ronnraymore
American looking for information about Belize
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Registration: 08 July 2015
Best cities to live in Belize by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Belize. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
I've spent some time in the MX Yucatan and never had a mosquito problem, but no experience with the BZ region. The World Health Organization (UN) usually takes care of the 3rdworld issues. While not female I still don't like to expose ... Read More
Best cities to live in Belize by Julien
Hi, Its not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Belize. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
Any comment about Corozal? I'm retired...no interest in work. Am SCUBA diver, really like the Palancar diving, which is why I am considering BZ. I have read the banks are problematic due to US banking oversight in the war on druggies. The ... Read More
Is local bank account needed right away? by GuestPoster8975
I posted a [way too long I think newbie intro] and figured I should start posting some specific questions. I'm moving to Belize next month (Nov) and will get someplace temporary until I explore and find where I want to settle. I setup a US ...
Wow!( What a bunch of Bureaucratic BS :o Don't want a loan...just have money available for local needs>? Read More
What do you like the most in Belize? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Belize? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Belize and the reason why you enjoy your ...
A religious cult has taken control of key positions in the Fed gov't resulting in the current state of "Big Brother" government which our founding fathers tried to prevent in the separation of "Church" and state. Ever since ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Belize by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Belize. What is ...
Yep...the cops are out of control and the legal system backs them in whatever they do. Only thing to do is get the media involved in outrageous cases like these. The public must learn just how dangerous the cops are and demand action to hold these ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Belize by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Belize. What is ...
Hmmm...nice...is that Mazatlan? I was considering that, but the diving is not nearly as nice as Palancar Reef. Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Belize by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Belize. What is ...
You feel that BZ does not offer the quality of life that I am seeking? I spent some time in MX and took Spanish in HS, so it's just a matter of emersion in the language to have this come back...happens during my travels in MX, and increasingly ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Belize by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Belize. What is ...
Yep...that's how people treat each other and why some go into politics and policing. At least there they admit they are thieves here they are honest politicians and law enforcement officers (hypocrites):( Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Belize by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Belize. What is ...
Thanks for the insight. Here cops are shooting people to death for driving away from a traffic stop and saying they were afraid for their life because the victim was attempting to run over them with the car...this is even when video shows the ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Belize by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Belize. What is ...
do the officials work with you or against you? Is everyone out for a way to get money out of you? Can you trust the officials? Read More
What area should consider ? by Dorarichie
Hi . My husband and I will be traveling to Belize in October for a month. Looking to move. What area should consider ?
I'm trying to get away from the awful winters in Kansas City, MO...which we import from Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, etc....very nice Canadian weather...eh?) Read More
What area should consider ? by Dorarichie
Hi . My husband and I will be traveling to Belize in October for a month. Looking to move. What area should consider ?
Where is this little slice of Hawaii? How does it compare with Corozal? How similar to Mexico, Cozumel? Lifestyle comparable to Cozumel, Merida, Cancun? Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
So, my Prius v wouldn't be vulnerable to road damage? Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Yep, I am really concerned about how the US gov't culture is changing ...kinda like the Weimar Republic change in the 1930's when a certain notorious political figure instituted his personal philosophy of how the government should rule the ... Read More
Looking for a long term rental in Corozal by jackie123
Hi, Looking for a 2 bedroom home to rent. Must be pet friendly as we have 2 small dogs. Non smokers, husband and wife,62 and 63 years old. Would like to be close to the water. Looking for a one year lease with the option to renew. Want furnished ...
Kathy, I'm in Raymore and considering retirement in Corozal. I would like more information on what you experienced there. Just the general living conditions that we take for granted on a daily basis. Any issues with the place that make you ... Read More
South West Airlines by Cochise8933
10/15/15 Houston to Belize City. Tucson to Belize City 11/7/15 (Sat. only) no return flights. Next schedule to open 9/29/15 through 6/3/16 (Tucson to Belize City) South West will increase service with ridership. More info call 800-435-9792
such a shame I'm not Canadian... hunh?) Read More
Interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions by ronnraymore
I am interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions. Would you mind sharing your wisdom. I take it we "Nortes" live in a enclave style community. Basic housekeeping questions: Water safe to drink, bath, cook, clean with? ...
Thanks. I currently live on a county gravel road...having escaped the city. I understand and need info for the Corozal area. Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
:lol: So refreshing...love that Brit humor. I knew from history class that BZ is former Crown Colony...hence the obvious question, and pleased by the confirmation. Too bad the Brit gov't efficiency didn't carry over like in India. Read More
Interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions by ronnraymore
I am interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions. Would you mind sharing your wisdom. I take it we "Nortes" live in a enclave style community. Basic housekeeping questions: Water safe to drink, bath, cook, clean with? ...
A contributor living in BZ informed me the QRP program was recently degraded so it is no longer as desirable. I've read that BZ has eased the citizenship requirements recently so as to encourage permanent residency. As I've said, I'm ... Read More
Interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions by ronnraymore
I am interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions. Would you mind sharing your wisdom. I take it we "Nortes" live in a enclave style community. Basic housekeeping questions: Water safe to drink, bath, cook, clean with? ...
Thanks :) My Prius v gets about 51 mpg and is new so probably won't need electronics or mechanical for a while. I appreciate the suggestion to travel via Cozumel. That is an idea I've got to look into. Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
I thought you are a Brit since those speed bumps are used in UK populated areas...probably where the BZs got the idea? Read More
Interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions by ronnraymore
I am interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions. Would you mind sharing your wisdom. I take it we "Nortes" live in a enclave style community. Basic housekeeping questions: Water safe to drink, bath, cook, clean with? ...
How is the feeling safe in Corozal? I agree that moving to BZ to live in a US style community is pointless. I enjoy the latin culture, music, food, community, market, etc. One of the reasons to choose BZ. I guess the COL here in the KC area is so ... Read More
South West Airlines by Cochise8933
10/15/15 Houston to Belize City. Tucson to Belize City 11/7/15 (Sat. only) no return flights. Next schedule to open 9/29/15 through 6/3/16 (Tucson to Belize City) South West will increase service with ridership. More info call 800-435-9792
Do not make the mistake of flying aa.... the worst airline in the whole world, including Malaysian Read More
What area should consider ? by Dorarichie
Hi . My husband and I will be traveling to Belize in October for a month. Looking to move. What area should consider ?
Corozal sounds pretty good to me. I've been communicating with an 8-year resident and she's pretty happy with the location, expat community, and local social activities. Located next to a shallow bay, not much for diving, it is storm ... Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
:lol: I like the metaphor...very appropriate. Thanks for the warning, otherwise I would never have suspected. This is the kind of knowledge I am looking to get before I arrive in-country. Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Tell me more about the "sleeper Police" on the major highways. Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
"When in Rome....." Read More
the drive thru Mexico was a piece of cake... by longd549
looking forward to doing it again....was lost the minute I crossed over....started in Brownsville...went thru the mountains, thenback to the coast... My debit card worked at all Pemex and If I broke out my map someone would point toward the next ...
What do you think of the Corozal area? Read More
the drive thru Mexico was a piece of cake... by longd549
looking forward to doing it again....was lost the minute I crossed over....started in Brownsville...went thru the mountains, thenback to the coast... My debit card worked at all Pemex and If I broke out my map someone would point toward the next ...
I'm in Kansas City (Royals, Chiefs) and am retiring in Corozal, BZ. I have a Prius v and would like to keep it. If I drive to BZ thru MX is there a place to cross over where there is no control? Transiting MX and having to pay $300+ tolls ... Read More
Interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions
I am interested in retiring in Corozal and have a few questions. Would you mind sharing your wisdom. I take it we "Nortes" live in a enclave style community. Basic housekeeping questions: Water safe to drink, bath, cook, clean with? ... Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Chilling account of a place to avoid....sounds like Boston!) Any comments about the Corozal area? Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
I already do that anticipating all the idiot drivers around here. But, every now and then one goes out of their way to be totally reckless and you just gotta get out of their way :o Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Yep...I experienced that peculiarity while driving in the Cozumel area...never understood why the other driver honked until now :top: Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
:D Best philosophy for life in general and driving in particular! Any comments concerning the Corozal area? Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Happens here too...lotsa Mennonites in MO Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Does the highway present unusual or exceptional risks out of the ordinary? :) Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Sounds like the situation I experienced driving around Cozumel. :) Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Thanks for the advice...I will definitely keep this in mind. :) Read More
Coming to Corozal by susbowers
Husband and I are coming to Corozal end of January - beginning of February to inspect some land. We are curious as to whether there is an expat group or individuals willing to meet with us to give us advice, ins and outs of living in Belize?
Just curious why the lack of interest reflected in the lack of postings. Is there some reason why this topic is not popular. I would think that such a wonderful place would generate a lot of "buzz" :D Read More
How to do it? by ronnraymore
Anyone advise me on the paperwork I need to deal with in extracting myself from the US and getting retired residency citizenship in Belize? I have no interest in Ambergris Cay what other gulf-side town offers the best options for safety, security, ...
Cochise...I calls it as I sees it...."condescending indeed?" What part of my presentation did you find condescending and why? My professions required clarity and brevity in verbal communication. It is a developed skill that is very ... Read More
How to do it? by ronnraymore
Anyone advise me on the paperwork I need to deal with in extracting myself from the US and getting retired residency citizenship in Belize? I have no interest in Ambergris Cay what other gulf-side town offers the best options for safety, security, ...
Thanks for your insight. I really see no benefit to spending a lot of time and money traveling all over Belize in order to consider a place to settle. The experiences of those already at those locations is all I need to determine if a place is ... Read More
How to do it? by ronnraymore
Anyone advise me on the paperwork I need to deal with in extracting myself from the US and getting retired residency citizenship in Belize? I have no interest in Ambergris Cay what other gulf-side town offers the best options for safety, security, ...
My my...aren't we touchy? You can go away...I need thoughtful, educated information considering this action to leave all behind and relocate to a country which I have never been to or personally know anyone who has. Civilization develops ... Read More
Coming to Corozal by susbowers
Husband and I are coming to Corozal end of January - beginning of February to inspect some land. We are curious as to whether there is an expat group or individuals willing to meet with us to give us advice, ins and outs of living in Belize?
I've noticed a remarkable lack of postings more recent than 2012...why? Did people lose interest once they made the recon to Belize? Read More
What area should consider ? by Dorarichie
Hi . My husband and I will be traveling to Belize in October for a month. Looking to move. What area should consider ?
/Corozal : is there a crime issue? How is the diving, I'm a carded diver for decades. I've seen some comments that living in Belize is like living next to a slum as far as thievery, break-ins, being outside after sunset, having to keep ... Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
So, you indicate the rule is left lane is the driving lane while the right lane is for left turns...sounds like a real issue if there is traffic congestion...is this not an issue? Read More
Driving in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Belize? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Sounds like the kind of place you really don't want to drive a car, unless there is very little traffic causing conflicts. Which side of the road is the official Belize Dept of Motor Vehicles choice, i.e., the legal side on which to drive...or ... Read More
How to do it? by ronnraymore
Anyone advise me on the paperwork I need to deal with in extracting myself from the US and getting retired residency citizenship in Belize? I have no interest in Ambergris Cay what other gulf-side town offers the best options for safety, security, ...
:) Since you appear to have been there, or are there, I will take your word since I am looking for the knowledge of those who have lived there to pave the way for me. Thanks Amigo :) Read More
How to do it? by ronnraymore
Anyone advise me on the paperwork I need to deal with in extracting myself from the US and getting retired residency citizenship in Belize? I have no interest in Ambergris Cay what other gulf-side town offers the best options for safety, security, ...
Why is living in Belize like living in the US Police State? Please explain in detail and not with ambiguity and generalizations. Why would living in an area controlled by criminals (drug cartels) be beneficial and desirable? Read More
How to do it? by ronnraymore
Anyone advise me on the paperwork I need to deal with in extracting myself from the US and getting retired residency citizenship in Belize? I have no interest in Ambergris Cay what other gulf-side town offers the best options for safety, security, ...
Over the past 30 years I have been a frequent visitor to the Yucatan, Palancar Reef diver, and would have chosen that area since I am rather familiar with it. However, the fact that Mexico is the Kidnapping for Ransom capital of the world I am not ... Read More
How to do it?
Anyone advise me on the paperwork I need to deal with in extracting myself from the US and getting retired residency citizenship in Belize? I have no interest in Ambergris Cay what other gulf-side town offers the best options for safety, security, ... Read More