Good Afternoon!

I'm doing my homework and starting my due diligence to see if the island life is for me. Question- Can anyone speak to how the recession is effecting the islands? Regarding: unemployment rates, has tourism been down over the last 3 years , is it still possible to hit the ground running if you're diligent, and find a job relatively fast once you get there? I'm a realist , so no know pie in the sky scenario's please. Thanks!