The surprisingly diverse range of local services available within this remote region reflects the talents and tenacity of the inhabitants.

Technology and professionalism means that you will find a huge and unusual range of inspired and independent people offering a range of business service that, in small scale, can often challenge the need to travel to a city.

Many more are choosing to combine a professional career or self employed business with the freedom to live in there chosen location, with economic survival no longer requiring the same population drain to the city.

Trades & services providers can be hidden away in the most secluded and scenic locations, as well as the more obvious town or village location. A flexible attitude means that these businesses are available, for all to enjoy and benefit, without the need to travel off the island. Available via the worldwide web they are available to you at home too.

So from business services to beauty treatments, computer technology to building tradesmen, solicitors to gardeners, musicians to taxis - all are available to locals and visitors alike.