sloputtputt
American looking for information about Belize
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American, Single
Speaks English
Registration: 25 October 2016
Geography question somewhat
One thing...San Pedro is on Ambergris Caye....for all those you mentioned is either by vehicle or boat. Read More
Best usages and practices in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Belize means learning new ways of doing things and incorporating to your daily life unique practices. We invite you to share unique practices, tools or methods that could also make a difference in other countries. ...
Terrific...why are you making it so complicated? Each country has their own ways of life and naturally people who are visiting the countries will ask questions. What is a western style country? I hope you won't say, a country influenced by the ... Read More
Best usages and practices in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Belize means learning new ways of doing things and incorporating to your daily life unique practices. We invite you to share unique practices, tools or methods that could also make a difference in other countries. ...
Especially, when the atmosphere is laid back, do as you will way of life. think the only practice would be learning the different languages and customs. Read More
Best usages and practices in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Belize means learning new ways of doing things and incorporating to your daily life unique practices. We invite you to share unique practices, tools or methods that could also make a difference in other countries. ...
The only practices I know would be laying in a hammock, swimming, fishing, snorkeling, hiking, meeting people, going to restaurants, and night life every day. It couldn't get any simpler than that. I am sure those who are there are practicing ... Read More
Renting a condo or house
The demand is high and that is one reason why I want to buy property to rent out on Ambergris Caye. All the resorts that I check the booking were on Ambergris. Read More
Renting a condo or house
I was thinking either Ambergris Caye or Placencia. Read More
Renting a condo or house
I am planning to buy a condo or a house to rent out, but I want to see if it is worth while. Is there anyone in the forum who is renting out and if so, have you been successful doing so? I figured it would be very successful since I checked out the ... Read More
New to forum by Lewislhines
Hello. My name is Lewis and my wife is Laurie. We are going to be visiting belize in may for 2.weeks and depending on how things go, we hope to be moving to the county by next year. Try it out for a year and if all goes well, retire there. We have ...
You are going to make someone very happy by watching youtube. :D Have fun and I hope it works out for you. I am planning to do the same. Read More
Cost of living in Belize - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Belize, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
sittee4; I am not trying to be argumentative or antagonistic but, I think it is important for those of us in Belize to realize that many of the questions we get often may not be relevant to Belize. Questions are often asked based on peoples ... Read More
Cost of living in Belize - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Belize, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
is your apartment beachfront or have a beach view/? Read More
Cost of living in Belize - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Belize, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
Besides transportation, the cheapest price would be for doctor's visits. Everything else is moderate to expensive. What do you get for paying BZ $2000/month for an apartment? You have a nice house for being near the water. Unfortunately, the ... Read More
Home Brewing In Belize by Shaun Entwistle
OK... so where can i get malted barley, hops and yeast? Has anyone had any luck finding any of these?
I was wondering how you came about with the name Monkey :cool: By any chance, do you brew an Amber? It is my favorite beer. Read More
Speaking English in Belize by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking English is essential for a successful integration in Belize. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak English? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
It would be great to learn all the languages of Belize while living there. As for learning English, I grew up with it and that is one reason why I picked Belize to retire. Read More
Home Brewing In Belize by Shaun Entwistle
OK... so where can i get malted barley, hops and yeast? Has anyone had any luck finding any of these?
Out of curiosity, how is the water to brew beer? Read More
RV living in Belize by delaware2belize
Hello People, Does anyone live in a RV in Belize? If so do you live in a park? or your own land? How did you get the RV to Belize and how much did it cost crossing into Mexico? Thanks for your time D2B
https://www.trails.com/list_27584_rv-resorts-belize.html Read More
Following fashion in Belize by Priscilla
Hi everyone, Do you follow fashion trends in Belize? Every country and every culture has its own dress code. As far as you are concerned, have you changed the way you dress? Can one easily find fashion boutiques in Belize? Are clothes ...
I haven't received any...very odd. Read More
Following fashion in Belize by Priscilla
Hi everyone, Do you follow fashion trends in Belize? Every country and every culture has its own dress code. As far as you are concerned, have you changed the way you dress? Can one easily find fashion boutiques in Belize? Are clothes ...
and mostly, the dress code in Belize is tank top and shorts with or without flip flops. :cool: :D Read More
Driving to Belize by BCLawrence
We are considering driving to Stann Creek this summer from British Columbia. We are looking for the best routes through the US and Mexico. We might pull our tent trailer or we might hotel it.
The best way would be Interstate 5 from WA to CA to the border of Mexico to enter Tiajuana from San Diego and from there straight through Mexico to Belize. Interstate 5 is a nice highway and at times very scenic. If you are driving there leisurely, ... Read More
Opportunities for Adventure near Dangriga, Belize by BCLawrence
I am interested in purchasing investment property in Dangriga which I might retire to in a few years. In the meantime, i would like to make it available as a vacation rental. I understand compared to the more touristy areas rates are quite a bit ...
Airbnb...I heard that most people that have property there, use Airbnb to rent out. Read More
What Is Your Experience On What Belizeans Think of The USA&Americans? by Will The Old
The Emperor of Belize: http://amandala.com.bz/news/emperor-belize/ The above Editorial prompted me to start this thread. :) In keeping with the subject title of this thread, let me start this off with my impressions. In my relatively short total ...
Costa Rica 3/7? That would be another nice country to retire in. Read More
What Is Your Experience On What Belizeans Think of The USA&Americans? by Will The Old
The Emperor of Belize: http://amandala.com.bz/news/emperor-belize/ The above Editorial prompted me to start this thread. :) In keeping with the subject title of this thread, let me start this off with my impressions. In my relatively short total ...
I have read that the locals are very friendly and helpful when needed. I can't understand is how an American going to Belize distant themselves from the locals and treat them badly. It would be fun to mingle to be part of the culture. If they ... Read More
QRP Program by rayonthebay
Does anyone know what the current requirements are for the Qualified Retirement Program are? Also, what is the estimated waiting time? Any assistance is greatly appreciated.
Qualifying Process Anyone forty-five years and older may qualify for the program. A person who qualifies can also include his or her dependents in the program. Dependents include spouses and children under the age of eighteen. However, it can ... Read More
Environmental issues by ReyP
As I see news related to the environment I will post it here.
I am convinced...I am not going to PR.That is weird, no place is ever totally perfect, but okYeah, but with paradise you want perfection as much as possible. I just don't like the idea of being concern about sewage and garbage problems. ... Read More
Environmental issues by ReyP
As I see news related to the environment I will post it here.
I am convinced...I am not going to PR. Read More
Filing income taxes for income earned outside PR? by Linayjuli
Hello all! I've been trying to find information online, and I've asked some of my family in PR, but I haven't found a clear answer. My husband and I are considering moving to PR in the summer. He works from home for a US based company. ...
This sentence answered my question. What I meant about invested income is income from an investment. Read More
Environmental issues by ReyP
As I see news related to the environment I will post it here.
Because of this I am hesitant to live in PR. Read More
Environmental issues by ReyP
As I see news related to the environment I will post it here.
Speaking of environmental issues, have the landfill situation improved? I heard most of the landfills are not up to code. Read More
Filing income taxes for income earned outside PR? by Linayjuli
Hello all! I've been trying to find information online, and I've asked some of my family in PR, but I haven't found a clear answer. My husband and I are considering moving to PR in the summer. He works from home for a US based company. ...
How about an individual like myself moving from CA to PR with an invested income along with Social Security, do I pay federal taxes while living in PR? Read More
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This might help... http://www.shipping-worldwide.com/belize.htm Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
http://www.longtermlettings.com/find/rentals/Belize/Belize_Cayes/Caye_Caulker/ Read More
possibility of buying property by Canadian Millwright
Hello, I am new here...we have been to Belize on a cruise but are returning next year to look at the possibility of buying property
I have been keeping in contact with James McDonald who is a realtor on Ambergris Caye. Here is the website: https://belizerealestatemls.com/ Read More
Realtors by Shangri-laa
Hello everyone; Writing from Northern British Columbia, where at the moment it is -25 degees! Sun is shining and it is beautiful. Some time ago we decided to move somewhere else and have a completely new experience. So..... We will be moving to ...
I have been keeping in contact with James McDonald who is a realtor and works on Ambergris Caye. Here is the website: https://belizerealestatemls.com/ Read More
possibility of buying property by Canadian Millwright
Hello, I am new here...we have been to Belize on a cruise but are returning next year to look at the possibility of buying property
Here is a website with properties for sale in Belize. http://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/sales/blz Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
Here is three properties on CC... http://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/sales/caye-caulker-bz-blz Read More
possibility of buying property by Canadian Millwright
Hello, I am new here...we have been to Belize on a cruise but are returning next year to look at the possibility of buying property
What are the family situations up north? Read More
possibility of buying property by Canadian Millwright
Hello, I am new here...we have been to Belize on a cruise but are returning next year to look at the possibility of buying property
I am guessing there are some who need the climate change and can not live in a place where the temperature is constantly hot throughout the whole year. The way I see it is those who have to wear layers of clothing to keep warm, continuously digging ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
This might help... webportal.atlasintl.com/Customs%20Docs/belize.pdf Read More
Studying in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in Belize? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in Belize? ...
I am curious...what were you studying? Read More
A Heartwarming Story
Besides doing a good deed to help those in need, I bet he got tired of driving fast on snowed covered streets' Read More
Beaches on Ambergris Caye by sloputtputt
Are they natural or man made? I see a lot of pictures of beaches that shows rocks, I think they are rocks, between the beach and the water. Also, the dark spots in the water, is that coral? If so, that explains the piers.
Bill, if you say the sea bottom is quite silty, I am guessing the beaches are man made. Especially, the beaches in front of resorts. I was right about the piers according to the article that you linked. Read More
Beaches on Ambergris Caye
Are they natural or man made? I see a lot of pictures of beaches that shows rocks, I think they are rocks, between the beach and the water. Also, the dark spots in the water, is that coral? If so, that explains the piers. Read More
Pedro's Inn by sloputtputt
Hello everyone...I am planning to visit Belize this year to see what to expect when I plan to live there permanently. I was checking to see which hotel or motel to book to stay and I came upon Pedro's Inn which is the cheapest of all the hotels ...
Thank you Bill...very helpful indeed. I think I don't need to worry about the flights in and out of the airport during those hours since most likely I will be out and about during those hours. The only draw back I see is the noise in the ... Read More
Pedro's Inn
Hello everyone...I am planning to visit Belize this year to see what to expect when I plan to live there permanently. I was checking to see which hotel or motel to book to stay and I came upon Pedro's Inn which is the cheapest of all the hotels ... Read More
Placencia by ellenme
Hi to All! Just to tell you a bit about me. My husband and I have been coming here to Belize for almost 7 years and we love it here . We reside here in Placencia of and on and live in a condo here. We have made many friends here and great travelling ...
You said that you go to Chetumal to shop. Are things cheaper there than in Belize? Read More
Placencia by ellenme
Hi to All! Just to tell you a bit about me. My husband and I have been coming here to Belize for almost 7 years and we love it here . We reside here in Placencia of and on and live in a condo here. We have made many friends here and great travelling ...
http://www.wikiwand.com/en/BelikinWhat? No amber? :o :sosad: Read More
Placencia by ellenme
Hi to All! Just to tell you a bit about me. My husband and I have been coming here to Belize for almost 7 years and we love it here . We reside here in Placencia of and on and live in a condo here. We have made many friends here and great travelling ...
Hello Travelgirl...would you recommend Plancencia a good place to live? I was surprised it is not in the top five. By looking at videos or pictures of the beaches of Plancencia and the beaches of San Pedro Town, it looks like Plancencia has nicer ... Read More
Everyday life in Belize by kwn
Thank you for the info.- I have heard that there is a lot of crime, the govt. bureacracry is everywhere and the locals do not like foreigners- have you experienced any of these issues? I welcome your honest input- thanks again, Kevin
Ahhh, my type of living. Thus, my name...sloputtputt, I take life slow and easy. Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
Ouch!! Where I live here CA I don't have to worry about snow. At times, the temps will get down below freezing, but no snow. Except in 1978, it snowed 2 inches in the Silicon Valley. It was something to behold. It will be great to live in an ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
Ouch!! Where I live here CA I don't have to worry about snow. At times, the temps will get down below freezing, but no snow. Except in 1978, it snowed 2 inches in the Silicon Valley. It was something to behold. It will be great to live in an ... Read More
The holiday season in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Belize? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Belize? How do Belizians celebrate this very special time ...
Or go to southern Peru where on the east side of the Andes you have jungle and on the west side you have beaches that are in a desert. Read More
The holiday season in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Belize? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Belize? How do Belizians celebrate this very special time ...
Yes, and you would be deforming a beautiful tree. Besides, you have to have a very long ladder. I would go with an artificial tree. Read More
The holiday season in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Belize? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Belize? How do Belizians celebrate this very special time ...
Yes, and they are about 30 feet tall too according to this picture. http://belizeinfocenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Pine-Forests.pdf I can see one now in a person's house. :D Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
I was watching this video about driving through Placencia. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uu43XODDc6k It will show a sign that read Tipsy Tuna. Are you close to that sign? Only tourists rent the carts and not buy or rent by people who live there? ... Read More
The holiday season in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Belize? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Belize? How do Belizians celebrate this very special time ...
Trees from China...I betting that they don't stay fresh very long. I was guessing there aren't any pine trees in Belize thinking it being a tropical country Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
Was it the big white house? The beach is very nice.LOL, no not quite. That is my neighbor's place, he owns the beach bar and sports bar "Tipsy Tuna". My place is about 150 feet inland of there, on the side sidewalk and much ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
Thanks for posting that link. Nice drone video, It not only gave great aerial views of the Village, but it showed my modest home three times at 47, 1:12 and 1:38 seconds. ;)Was it the big white house? The beach is very nice. Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
This one is nice too... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2J7MEFDhQPw#t=58.628846 Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
When you say waterfront, are you saying there are no beaches in the north? Read More
The holiday season in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Belize? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Belize? How do Belizians celebrate this very special time ...
I can see it now...one of those trees shown in the picture in a house decorated with ornaments and lights. :lol: Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
If you decide to learn, I recommend Rosetta Stone. It is one of the best for Spanish. Of course the best way to learn Spanish or any languages for that matter is to be submerged in the language. Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
Hi Ivana...there is one advantage about Belize and that is you don't have to worry about taking Spanish lessons if you don't speak Spanish. On the other hand, I heard the beaches in Panama are more beautiful than Belize. Have you gone to ... Read More
The holiday season in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Belize? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Belize? How do Belizians celebrate this very special time ...
I always thought the trees would be palm and trees you would find in a jungle and or rain forest, but never any pine trees. I am surprised. Read More
The holiday season in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Belize? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Belize? How do Belizians celebrate this very special time ...
Speaking of Christmas...are Christmas trees sold in Belize or do people use artificial trees? I would think since pine trees are non-existent, people have artificial trees. Read More
Old To Belize. by Evaluxurious
:one :heart: Hi everyone am not new at all, just decided to join out of boredom and to place a few ads and also see if I get some foreign friends . Im a legal permanent resident of Belize living here 15 yrs. The country is a very quiet one, ...
That is so true...people should not compare the living style once they arrive in Belize. It is either take it or leave it. In order to live in Belize, a person has to basically forget where they came from.Nothing wrong in making comparisons, each ... Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
I am going to try my hardest, but if I am around people who are talking politics, I am going to cover my ears and yell....ME ME ME ME ME ME ME. :lol: That is not my primary reason for wanting to move to Belize. I always wanted to move to a ... Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
I always believe that political opinions will destroy friendships, therefore, I try to stay away from it so I don't lose friends. Also, it will destroy a fun in the sun, worrying about what a person said politically to get upset about it. Read More
Old To Belize. by Evaluxurious
:one :heart: Hi everyone am not new at all, just decided to join out of boredom and to place a few ads and also see if I get some foreign friends . Im a legal permanent resident of Belize living here 15 yrs. The country is a very quiet one, ...
That is so true...people should not compare the living style once they arrive in Belize. It is either take it or leave it. In order to live in Belize, a person has to basically forget where they came from. Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
Hey guys, aren't we wanting to live in Belize for one purpose and that is to get away from the political nonsense if you are an American? Let's try to keep politics out of this forum and only discuss the advantages, and of course, any ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 FlaNative...is your name telling us you are from Florida by chance? How did you like Peru? Did you visit Arequipa? I am half Peruvian and me amo Peru! Arequipa is my favorite city and the food is delicious there. When you said you will be ... Read More
Placencia by ellenme
Hi to All! Just to tell you a bit about me. My husband and I have been coming here to Belize for almost 7 years and we love it here . We reside here in Placencia of and on and live in a condo here. We have made many friends here and great travelling ...
The two places are so different, that one really needs to spend some time in each to decide. It really comes down to personal preference between a tourist oriented area accessible only by boat or plane, or a more laid back village environment ... Read More
Placencia by ellenme
Hi to All! Just to tell you a bit about me. My husband and I have been coming here to Belize for almost 7 years and we love it here . We reside here in Placencia of and on and live in a condo here. We have made many friends here and great travelling ...
Will have one opinion later next week!I am looking forward to your response. Read More
Placencia by ellenme
Hi to All! Just to tell you a bit about me. My husband and I have been coming here to Belize for almost 7 years and we love it here . We reside here in Placencia of and on and live in a condo here. We have made many friends here and great travelling ...
I can't decide between Placencia or San Pedro Town...has anyone been to both and if so, which one do you think is better? Read More
Old To Belize. by Evaluxurious
:one :heart: Hi everyone am not new at all, just decided to join out of boredom and to place a few ads and also see if I get some foreign friends . Im a legal permanent resident of Belize living here 15 yrs. The country is a very quiet one, ...
I don't think I will be bored while living in Belize...playing on the beach, snorkeling, fishing, exploring the Mayan ruins and the forest/jungle itself and not in particularly in that order. I have worked for over 30 years and now it i time for ... Read More
Old To Belize. by Evaluxurious
:one :heart: Hi everyone am not new at all, just decided to join out of boredom and to place a few ads and also see if I get some foreign friends . Im a legal permanent resident of Belize living here 15 yrs. The country is a very quiet one, ...
I agree with you...the last thing I want to see when I move to Belize are Walmart, KFC, etc. to remind me of what I will be leaving from. Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
https://d.justpo.st/media/images/2015/08/23/everything-we-hear-is-an-opinion-not-a-fact-everything-we-see-is-a-perspective-not-the-truth-four-no-three-1440381067.jpg That is so true... Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
You got that right. Overall, I am fed up with our government system. When power hungry people want to rule the US, if is time to say adios and say hello paradise. Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here – 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? DonÂ’t 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 ...
and that is one of the main reasons I am planning to move to Belize. I do not want to spend 4 or 8 years in the US miserably with either Clinton or Trump as president. Besides politics, I thought most Canadians and for most part of the US they are ... Read More
Real Estate Offer Price/Sale Price by Toddwinston
Hello all, I have plenty of real estate experience in Ontario Canada purchasing property. Right now it is definitely a sellers market here. Most properties are going for very close to asking, or above depending on the local….not much chance ...
Hello...possible chance for pictures of your property including the boats? Read More
Best Website for Panama Real Estate? by RogueResider
Can anyone tell me what websites they used to search for properties in Panama City? I'm having a difficult time getting an accurate picture of prices because I have to keep going to individual brokers.... Thanks! Brian
I use this website for international locations http://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/sales/search Read More
To buy or to rent a cart
I never thought of that...I guess I have to make it rustproof. :D Read More
To buy or to rent a cart
It seems that carts are the vehicles of choice for transportation (at least Ambergris Caye where I will be moving to). I heard that it is very expensive to rent. Are there any of you have bought a cart? They way I look at it is it would be better to ... Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
If you say so....now let's talk about Belize since this is why we are here. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
Cadbury I have known for years and I don't care for the taste of their chocolates. I never said I dislike chocolates that I have never tasted. If I could, I would try those of the top ten, but I am still going to stick to European chocolates. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
How come you can't except it being a personal taste? According to the link, that might be so, but I will emphasize that it is a personal taste. I am not saying American chocolate is bad, i just prefer European chocolate. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
The two doesn't become less a product, it is personal taste. If I saw American chocolate on a shelf with Belgian or Swiss, I would pick the two and not any American chocolate except if it was Ghirardelli chocolate. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
If you say so...but what it comes down to is personal taste. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
I know there is, but I still prefer chocolates outside of the US. I will admit one chocolate that I like from the US is Ghirardelli chocolates from San Francisco. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
You are right about the sugar content being higher for American chocolate, but I not a fan of it either. Give me a good European (besides Cadbury) chocolate any day. Especially, dark chocolate with 75% cocoa. I was in paradise when I visited ... Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
Monkey Town brew, is that the name of your brewery and how is the water in Belize to make the beer? That is what makes good beer, not only the hops and other ingredients that are used, more importantly, water. Read More
Banks in Belize by Bsimpson
We bank with Scotia Bank in Canada, are they also located in Belize and if so, can you transfer Canadian Currency via the local Scotia Bank and or ATM. What other banks are currently in the country?
Scotia Bank Address: 1st St S, Corozal, Belize Phone:+501 422-2046 As for transferring money from Canada probably you need to contact the bank. Read More
Visiting for 6 months to a year by Prudence L
Hello everyone! My name is Prudence, and my husband and I and our three children are looking for a nice friendly place to relocate to. So far we have narrowed our choices down to Belize and Ecuador. But before we relocate, we would love to visit ...
I have noticed that a person can buy a 4 bedroom house away from the beach cheaper than a 2 bedroom condo on the beach or near. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
Maybe they use in the UK and not in the US? Cadbury chocolate is known, here in the US, for chocolate Easter eggs and I refuse to buy them because I don't care how they taste and for the texture. Read More
Your best business development ideas in Belize by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Belize is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your opinion, what ...
For me it will be buying a condo for the sole purpose to lease. With the taxes, it will help the country amongst all other condos since tourism is the main factor in Belize. Especially, during the peak season. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
I nave never tried chocolate from Belize and I hear it is delicious. My guess Cadbury doesn't use it because I don't care for Cadbury chocolate. The texture and taste is off. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
You are right margewest...it is always good to help those in need. When I arrive in Belize, I will not ignore those who are less fortunate. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
I can't wait to brag about when the Caribbean Ocean becomes my front yard. Life will be so sweet when this is fulfilled. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
I am with you George. My plan is while in live in Belize is resting. Taking it easy by finding a hammock and lying in it. There will be times that I will go out and see the sites. One site I am looking forward seeing is the Mayan ruins. Read More
New to expat.com. by Regal Eagle
Hello all My name is George and I am new to the expat.com site. I am a retiree considering becoming a part year resident in Belize. I recently traveled to a local resort in Belize and had a positive experience. I will post on that later. I hope ...
The third would country aspect doesn't bother me a bit. I am tired of the stress while I live here in the US. I want to go to a country where I can relax and enjoy life the fullest and Belize fits that criteria. While I am doing so many ... Read More
U.S. Social Security Payments
I have read on the matter and what I read is you will receive SS payments while living overseas when you are qualified to receive the payments. The link below will explain more. https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10137.pdf Read More
Ambergris Caye
Hi...I have googled and read a lot of information regarding the caye. I am hoping a member here that lives there can tell me more about it first hand. Read More