David Holt
@David1946
American looking for information about Mexico
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About me
American
Lives in Lufkin Texas
Speaks English some Japaneese and some Spanish
Registration: 18 October 2010
Driving car to Mexico on vacation by tellitino
Hello, Can you drive your car over the border on vacation, just using your passport?
Thanks that is what i wanted it is very informative David1946 Read More
Driving car to Mexico on vacation by tellitino
Hello, Can you drive your car over the border on vacation, just using your passport?
What i was trying ask was how much would the Sticker Cost for a 36000 us Dollar Vehicle David1946 Read More
Driving car to Mexico on vacation by tellitino
Hello, Can you drive your car over the border on vacation, just using your passport?
How much would that Fee be for a 36000 US Dollar vehicle. Thanks in Advance: David1945 Read More
health insurance
Thanks a lot i will pass this on to a Family member of his David1946 Read More
health insurance
What does the IMSS insurance cost i know a Mexican Citizen that Desperatly needs insurance he is 88 years old Read More
Warm weather vs Cold weather who wins ?
Hi my name is David i live in the US in East Texas and i am sure some of you might have heard the saying if you dont like the weather in Texas wait a Minute and it will change i became interested in the Central and South American countries because ... Read More
New members of the Honduras forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Honduras forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello everyone My name is David i am not new to the Expat.com but am new to the Honduras Forum and have been reading about the cost of living there and other things i havent made any definite plans but i thought i might like to visit there in the ... Read More
Currency Exchange Rate
I have looked the Ecuador forum for a currency exchange rate from US Dollars to the currency used in ecuador and i didnt see it can someone please tell me the Exchange rate or if it isn the forum tell me where. ... Read More
Drugs! by chefpeppers
Hope this got some attention. Anyway, don't want to get in the weeds with this. I take prescription meds and over the counter vitamin supplements. How picky is customs? Should they all be in original bottles or will a daily reminder pill case be ...
I was also told to leave Meds in the original containers and i did just that and i didnt have any problems at all. David1946 Read More
Passport Stamping by canadianbcgirl
Has anyone tried to get there passport stamped at the local police station instead of the immigration office? I read that you could either get your passport stamped at either place.
When i was there in San Ignacio about 3 years ago i went to the police station and ask them about getting my tourist Visa stamped and they told me to get it done in Belmopan. David Read More
what is the best age difference for marriage? by denise cherry
I am in a serious relationship which has a 26year difference between us. I get mixed reviews from people in both my country and my boyfriends country. I know love and stability matter but I wonder does age too? So let me ask, in ur opinion which ...
I dont know if age matters either i was married to a woman that was 13 years older than me until she passed away and at thatime we had been married 29 years. David1946 Read More
Do you believed in a long distance love affair? by JasfurJQ
If you really destine to each other, why not.
not unless you have the time and money to travel to see your partner where they live. David1946 Read More
Feeling lonely and old. by Openwings
Hello, I've spent my life at work, just for a job as a secretary ! Because of that I couldn't find real relations or friends in this country and I've lost my german friends. I got througha very difficult period at work and now I feel lonely and ...
Hi Villereau My name is David i am 67 years old and retired and i almost never feel lonliness or old i walk 3 miles 2 times a day do 25 pushups and and 15 squat thrust 5 days a week i go out with my girl friend who is 37 years old i work in my ... Read More
To marry or not to marry? that's the question by The Loner
I'm getting closer to the age of 30,it's time to make important decisions in life and one of them is finding a wife. I've never had a female friend, let alone a girlfriend, And i know nothing about them but I've been observing closer friends and ...
Hi i i have girlfriends that spend time with me and i walk for excercise and do a little workout everyday work around my place i can find as much as i want to do so i dont feel lonliness very often. Have ... Read More
To marry or not to marry? that's the question by The Loner
I'm getting closer to the age of 30,it's time to make important decisions in life and one of them is finding a wife. I've never had a female friend, let alone a girlfriend, And i know nothing about them but I've been observing closer friends and ...
I was married for 38 years of my life and my wife passed away a few years ago and i have decided i want to spend the rest of my life single. David1946 Read More
Curious why so many Expats are choosing to move to Belize? by Texblondi2
I've been reading a lot of the topics here and the replies by Expats and what I keep hearing is: 1. Belize is not so cheap to live in. [color=#fa0421]It doesn't sound like all the Expats living in Belize are self made Millionaires, or even ...
Hello: The cost of living in Belize all boils down to how you want to live if you want to live like a king or Queen it will cost you like a King Or Queen i was there for a month and my Basic Cost of living was about 600 USD for that month a lot of ... Read More
What do you do for a living? by NicoleB
If you don't mind me asking ;) Do you work or are you with your Spouse? If you are with your Spouse do you so any sort of work (except for what most people don't call work...) I am traveling with my husband and don't work (just the usual ;) ). I ...
I am Retired now but i was a Maintenance Mechanic for a big company when i retired before that i was a Trailer Body Builder and before that a Welder. Have a nice day: ... Read More
Birth date - The Secret by Sazlyna Ramly
Hi I love to calculate the nos of birthdate in order to know the person character (its not palm reading). I do apply this when interviewing candidate... its fun.
Please tell me about myself My birthday is 09/o4/1946 David1946 Read More
what made you angry today ? by admars
when my boss told me this morning to stay 2 hours more, make overtime for this week grrrrrrrrr :mad: and you ?
I think all companies are that way at least sometimes i know i felt that way sometimes during my many years as a working man. David1946 Read More
what made you angry today ? by admars
when my boss told me this morning to stay 2 hours more, make overtime for this week grrrrrrrrr :mad: and you ?
When my grandaughter tried to tell me how to live my life and she has really made a mess out of hers. David1946 Read More
Money or Love? by edvilyn
Do you agree,that now a days, money is much preferable than love? I mean... people choose rich man rather than the one who love them... :/
I do agree that a lot of women focus on money more than love i am a 65 year old single man and i have seen this many times. Have a nice day: David1946 Read More
Tea or Coffee? by ChatMom
Do you like Tea or Coffee ?:)
I like Coffee in the morning and Ice Tea with lunch and dinner. David1946 Read More
Hersheys CoCo
Is there a Wall Mart Store near there If so you might find it there. David1946 Read More
Can you cook? by superanjanet
I love cooking and i am willing to improve of my cooking skills, so, this time im asking you guys.Whats the best dish that you ever cooked? Please add some tips or your favorite recipe that can make you proud. Thanks.:)
I never cooked in my life untill my wife passed away a little more than two years ago after awhile i was tired of eating out so i had to learn to cook by myself also i dont cook any thing special but it keeps me from starving and i plan to learn ... Read More
Valentines Day
Good morning i would like to wish all the ladies on the Blog a Happy Valentines day. David1946 Read More
happy week end by lukme
happy week end
Hi Lukme: Happy weekend to you too i am retired and having a great time so almost all times are happy for me. David1946 Read More
WHATS THE WORST JOB by Gee30
How do you describe a worst job?...
Hi Haley: I have a great Retirement and am having the time of my life but that kind of Retirement is slowly fadeing away I just heard a few days ago the Company I retired from is not offering a retirement plan to People that go to work for them ... Read More
WHATS THE WORST JOB by Gee30
How do you describe a worst job?...
Any job you work at and only make enough money to struggle by and if you make it until retirement then there is no retirement plan for you so you have to keep going. David1946 Read More
Tricky love situation - your thoughts? by Zander416
Ok, this may be lengthy simply because I want to give you all as much detail as possible. That way you can make a more informed... thought on this situation. First, I'm a typical white man born and raised in the USA. A few months ago, I met a ...
Hello my name is David i am single and have talked to some like this on the internet most of them lead up to asking for money and i dont know if this what is happening in your situation but please be care ful and do not send money. ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Costa Rica by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Costa Rica ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Costa Rica ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services ...
What about Keeping your us account and using your ATM cards there Is that possible. Thanks: David1946 Read More
thinking of moving to mexico
Hey if your Husband is hitting you it is time for you to get rid of him and go on with your life i am 65 years of age and have never hit a woman i believe it is wrong and there is no excuse for it. Read More
Expected & Disappointed ? by thktrang
Hi guys, what do you think of expecting? Has it made you often disappointed later on?
I have learned over the years to expect very little or nothing from anyone because i dont like being disapointed. David1946 Read More
Cimate by David1946
Hi My name is David i have been looking into spending some time in Ecuador and would like to know if there is an area at a little lower altitude than Ceuenca where the year round Temperature might be from 60F to 80F After working all my life in the ...
Ok thanks a lot for all the help you are very much appreciated. David1946 Read More
"Another New Year's Eve" -What do you think, how do you feel? by nimfa.tan
An excerpt from a beautiful, melancholic Barry Manilow song - "It's just another New Year's Eve Another Auld Lang Syne, Another night like all the rest, Let's make it the best" "And all our plans, Who says they can't come true? Tonight's ...
Its just another day but i hope it will be a great year for everyone. David1946 Read More
How will you welcome the new year? by pkshamjhu
Hi all, Lets post & share how you will welcome the new year 2012. How will you spend your night on 31 December 2011? With family? Friends? Alone? At home? Outside? Thanks to all.
Last year i was in San Ignacio Belize on new years the only person on the street besides me was a young Chineese woman. I wil be a little later this year. David1946 Read More
Where are all the friendly people? by mkitava
I find that people aren't as open and friendly as i am, and given the world we live in i get it. It seems it's not that easy to make friends on the blog. Does anyone else experience this? My fun-loving, free, open-minded age-mates.... get in ...
Thanks Hailey i needed that. David1946 Read More
125,000 US dollars per year by lovetotravel9849
Hello I am a new member on this site and am considering a position in KL. I am single and would like to rent a 2 bedroom condominium or house. The position pays 125,000 US dollars per year, and I am responsible for all taxes (I am looking into ...
I could be wrong but i think you can live a great life on 125000 USD anywhere in the world. I live in the us but i cant see anyone not being able to live on that income. David1946 Read More
Happy Holidays Everyone!!! How was it so far??? :) by gabby.gaviola
just wondering how was your holiday break... ^^,
Im retired everyday is the same for me. David1946 Read More
Wish u all a "merry Christmas" by lukme
Wish u all a "merry Christmas"
I wish you a merry Christmas also. David1946 Read More
How will you welcome the new year? by pkshamjhu
Hi all, Lets post & share how you will welcome the new year 2012. How will you spend your night on 31 December 2011? With family? Friends? Alone? At home? Outside? Thanks to all.
I will welcome the new year the same as i welcome every day i dont drink and or party anymore and i am retired so everyday is about the same. David1946 Read More
Where are all the friendly people? by mkitava
I find that people aren't as open and friendly as i am, and given the world we live in i get it. It seems it's not that easy to make friends on the blog. Does anyone else experience this? My fun-loving, free, open-minded age-mates.... get in ...
I comment but havent got a response i guess they dont like old people LoL. David1946 Read More
Are Rivers safe for swimming & tubing? by SusieL
Belize is famous for its exotic wildlife including the Alligators (or are they Crocodiles?) So, don't they live in the rivers? Why do I see all the tourists tubing and people under the waterfalls when it seems that it would be dangerous? When I ...
When i was in San Ignacio i saw people in the river that runs under Hawksworth bridge every time i was in that area never heard of anyone having a problem. David1946 Read More
MOVIE or TV series? by gabby.gaviola
what's more interesting and enjoyable?
I prefer Movies i dont like to be wondering what will happen in the next episode as in a series. David 1946 Read More
Anyone know if driving thru Mexico to get to belize is safe and easy? by CaseyShafer
Hi, My father and I are looking to travel to belize between December 22, 2011 and early January 2012. I am not sure about driving from the Long Beach California thru Mexico to get to Belize. I am hoping some one here has some experience with the ...
Hello I was in San Ignacio last winter less than a year ago while i was there i met a Belizean man that owned a Trucking Business and he said he used to drive through Mexico up into the Stateslot but he want do it now because of the danger due to ... Read More
ATM s in Panama
Hi my name is David and i live in East texas USA and i would like to know if my ATM cards will work in Panama because i am thinking of visiting there in the future. Thanks: ... Read More
Tea or Coffee? by ChatMom
Do you like Tea or Coffee ?:)
In the morning i prefer Coffee but with lunch and dinner i like ice Tea. Read More
relationships by yassmin
if you return to the past will you marry the same woman or will you marry the same guy?
I am not going back and give them a chance to wreck my life again. David1946 Read More
Driving into Belize from US by zorba
Does anyone have any recent experience with driving into Belize through Mexico? I hope to bring my car with all my possessions across in the next few months. Don't qualify for QRP, and don't have a lot of money.
Hey Zorba i was in San Ignacio for a month i spent less money than that its according how you want to live.I am single and was happy with a small room in a Residence and the owner cooked 2 meals a day for me at a low cost i flew there and back and ... Read More
Cimate by David1946
Hi My name is David i have been looking into spending some time in Ecuador and would like to know if there is an area at a little lower altitude than Ceuenca where the year round Temperature might be from 60F to 80F After working all my life in the ...
Ok thanks for the info you are very helpful. David Read More
Lowest cost of living in France by David1946
Hello everyone my name is David and i would like to know what area in france offers the lowest cost of living.I have read so many blogs i am interested in going there for awhile in the future.i am single and Retired so i dont need to work i am happy ...
Thank you James you are very helpful also. David Read More
Cimate by David1946
Hi My name is David i have been looking into spending some time in Ecuador and would like to know if there is an area at a little lower altitude than Ceuenca where the year round Temperature might be from 60F to 80F After working all my life in the ...
Thanks a lot oceanhideaway it really sounds nice i will look into that area a little closer. David1946 Read More
Lowest cost of living in France by David1946
Hello everyone my name is David and i would like to know what area in france offers the lowest cost of living.I have read so many blogs i am interested in going there for awhile in the future.i am single and Retired so i dont need to work i am happy ...
Thanks Kris im goin to consider it anyway and might still go there for awhile in the future. David Read More
Americans in Los Mochis by David1946
I have seen no Blogs from Americans living in Los Mochis Sinaloa Are there none there or are they not Speaking out i may possibly be moving there and would like to know something about that City i am Retired and will not need to work only play.Any ...
I think i will look elsewhere i like living too much thanks for all the info. David1946 Read More
Lowest cost of living in France by David1946
Hello everyone my name is David and i would like to know what area in france offers the lowest cost of living.I have read so many blogs i am interested in going there for awhile in the future.i am single and Retired so i dont need to work i am happy ...
Please tell me what is your Basic cost of living there such as Rent and utilities Electric Gas Water internet and food if you dont mind please. David1946 Read More
Americans in Los Mochis by David1946
I have seen no Blogs from Americans living in Los Mochis Sinaloa Are there none there or are they not Speaking out i may possibly be moving there and would like to know something about that City i am Retired and will not need to work only play.Any ...
You never can tell so i wish you good luck David Read More
Cimate by David1946
Hi My name is David i have been looking into spending some time in Ecuador and would like to know if there is an area at a little lower altitude than Ceuenca where the year round Temperature might be from 60F to 80F After working all my life in the ...
Ok thanks a lot i am still trying to make up my mind and i will let you know. Have a nice day: David Read More
Americans in Los Mochis by David1946
I have seen no Blogs from Americans living in Los Mochis Sinaloa Are there none there or are they not Speaking out i may possibly be moving there and would like to know something about that City i am Retired and will not need to work only play.Any ...
I recieved a private message from a man that has been to Los Mochis and he says that it is a Working Class Town and that might be the reason their are not many people there from other Countries that is all i have got so far. ... Read More
Cimate
Hi My name is David i have been looking into spending some time in Ecuador and would like to know if there is an area at a little lower altitude than Ceuenca where the year round Temperature might be from 60F to 80F After working all my life in the ... Read More
Lowest cost of living in France
Hello everyone my name is David and i would like to know what area in france offers the lowest cost of living.I have read so many blogs i am interested in going there for awhile in the future.i am single and Retired so i dont need to work i am happy ... Read More
cheap flights? by lacountry
Hello everyone- just joined. i am currently visiting in Florida and planning a trip to Belize in late November. So far he cheapest flights out of Miami are around $550us. I have been told the cheapest way to get there in thru Cancun (less than ...
That sounds like a good airfare price to me i went last December from Houston and the cost was 852us round trip i ask about one way they told me it would only be 50us less.Airfare changes according to time of year and how close it is to a Holiday. ... Read More
Internet stability in Belize by Christine007
Hey there My husband & I will be in Belize for 3 months from beginning November 2011. He is a Software Developer and would need 24/7 access to a high speed internet line - we are in the process of arranging this with the place where we are staying ...
I dont what area you will be in but i was in San Ignacio for a month and the problem i saw was the Electricity going of from time to time you might need back up power. David Read More
Cayo Friendship Club October 28 Meeting
Hey Sharon that Club sounds good im thinking about comming back but it will be sometime after Christmas this time. David1946 Read More
Americans in Los Mochis by David1946
I have seen no Blogs from Americans living in Los Mochis Sinaloa Are there none there or are they not Speaking out i may possibly be moving there and would like to know something about that City i am Retired and will not need to work only play.Any ...
Thanks Michlin: I dont know why there are not many From other Countries there but i will keep my eyes and ears open if i get any new info i will let you know. Read More
Americans in Los Mochis by David1946
I have seen no Blogs from Americans living in Los Mochis Sinaloa Are there none there or are they not Speaking out i may possibly be moving there and would like to know something about that City i am Retired and will not need to work only play.Any ...
i really dont understand why we are not getting any responses from that area it is a large city a lady i was in contact with there says there are no Americans there so mabe that is correct. Read More
Americans in Los Mochis
I have seen no Blogs from Americans living in Los Mochis Sinaloa Are there none there or are they not Speaking out i may possibly be moving there and would like to know something about that City i am Retired and will not need to work only play.Any ... Read More
How To Be A Successful Expat
I have an oportunity to move to Mexico in an Established Residence with someone in Los Mochis Sinaloa Mexico can someone please give me some info about this area. David 1946 Read More
Looking for a room and how much is the cost of a room in belize by puff1
Am a south african planing to travel to belize next month,pls i need to know the cost of living there,any use help we help me
You just have to take your time and lok for what you want ask questions on the street and in places of Bussiness until you find what you want i was able to find a room for myself for 175 per month belize its all according to how you want to live i ... Read More
Do and don't in Belize
Sorry i thought i was contacting Lee Austin. David Read More
Do and don't in Belize
Hi Lee Someone Named Leonard Eufaula recommended you for this task i would like to rent a small Apartment or a room in the San Ignacio area for the 2 months i will be there this time i put an add in the classifieds for this for 300 USD or less ... Read More
Looking for a place to rent
Ok thank you very much i will contact her soon. Have a good afternoon: David Read More
Looking for a place to rent
Hi Expats in Belize i am looking for a place to rent a small Apartment or a room i will be in Belize on Dec. 22nd until Feb. 22nd the first time i am 64 years old and single and i am looking for a place in the San Ignacio area if anyone knows of a ... Read More
Want to meet expats by Belizean@heart
Will be in Belize October 15-24. Would love to meet some expats and newby's. Specifically interested in meeting people on caye Cauler, San Ignacio, Corozal. Thanks and look forward to talking and hopefully meeting.
Hi Mary thought i would let you know im leaving Houston Texas Dec22nd 2010 will land in Belize city at 11:30 am i think and i am really excited about it maybe within a few days i can find a place to rent a small apartment maybe.Have a good evening . ... Read More
3 Main Concerns of Relocating to Belize by Wealthships
For those of you considering making a move to Belize, I'm just curious - what are your three biggest concerns about moving to Belize?
my 3 main concerns when moving to Belize would be an a low cost but clean Aparpment located within walking distance of a market or store availability of medical care and phone service to call back to the states that is not to costly. ... Read More