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Hola, I've used this Expat.com for several years now, with great results. I've had excellent feedback and responses from every single country I have posted in, with the exception of Nicaragua. I wish I could tell you why that is, but I ... Read More

I have researched Assisted Living in Belize so I could move there with my father. In San Ignacio there is a facility and it is beautiful. What a wonderful place to live!! The name is Octavia Waight Centre. Check it out. The people that work there ... Read More

Greetings, I am new to the forum and hope to learn as much as possible about the beautiful country of Croatia from those of you who are living there. I have not had the opportunity to surf this country's ExpatBlog entries just yet. My goal is ... Read More

Hello to everyone in this blog! I am also trying to decide if Nicaragua is my destination for retirement. I'm trying to decide between Nicaragua and Ecuador. I plan to visit each location at some point. Plus, I continue to seek out information via ... Read More

The military service comment made me have a bit of sympathy for you. However, after further review it appears your "Amarican" dream never existed because how could you possibly live in the USA an not know how to spell A-M-E-R-I-C-A-N. Gobble ... Read More

Nichi, Thank you for responding to my post. I have a friend that lives in the Cayo District and she sent me the very same dentist, so I feel that I will be in good hands once I make sure their office can take care of my tooth issue. Many Thanks, ... Read More

Hi katgeorge, Actually, I had to reschedule my trip. I hope to go in a couple of months as well. So many variables must align before I can take off to rejuvenate my soul. I normally visit twice each year. I am way off track. No vacations for a ... Read More

Hello Olga, I just happened back to this post and found your response. Many thanks for the information and taking the time to post it. As for my father, I do not think he would be able to handle the move both physically and emotionally. It ... Read More

Hi Cavsguy, For whatever reason I scanned to the bottom of the list and saw your posting Subject Line. I am single, female, love to travel and looking for my retirement country. I may pick a starting place for my retirement country, and, who knows, ... Read More

Greetings, I think the term to use, if I understand your question correctly, is "exchange" your Euros. In 2009, I returned from an European trip and brought home Euros and some other foreign currency. I researched and found out that Bank of ... Read More

From my experience and IMHO, I think Costa Rica is more expensive than Belize. I've been to both places. Months in Belize. Not as long in CR, but I also do a lot of research. I have a digital file somewhere that compares about 12 Central American ... Read More

Hey you two! This post is not about storage. It is a comment about sharing the experience of the move. I just read this thread and loved it. You are both spot on with your approach to moving, the changes involved, and what to do with your ... Read More

Hi Scott, I am happy to help. Rainforest Realty covers all the districts in Belize. To answer your question, their office is located conveniently in downtown San Ignacio, Cayo district. All I know is for the past 3+ years each member of their ... Read More

I know there were a couple of family emergencies that have taken the team in different directions on several occasions over the past year and a half. Don't give up as you will be well taken care of. I just dealt the Hector this morning. He ... Read More

@scottemmert I highly recommend Rainforest Realty for your real estate needs. Macarena Rose is the owner and an International Broker. She is as honest as can be and extremely easy to work with. I have used her company to manage my property for ... Read More

Hi Heidi, I am planning a visit to Las Terrenas before the end of this year. This visit is setup by English speaking professionals. They take you all over the place for 3 days, and show you anything and everything you are interested in learning ... Read More

@LTSteve - Hey there, I feel that I must share by commenting on your comment (lol) DATED 2013/03/17 - located on Page 1 .... About 5 minutes ago I decided to attend the next October IL Chill Weekend in Las Terranes, DR. I have done a lot of ... Read More

Greetings bmcraig, Unfortunately, no matter how one goes about setting up their connection to the Internet, an ISP is the only way to make a connection. I wish I could tell you otherwise, but anyone who wants an Internet connection has to pick an ... Read More

Regarding Internet Service Providers. I have a friend that has a real estate business in San Ignacio, Belize and they have their own reliable wireless LAN, so you can setup the same way in your home. IMHO, the issues with ISP providers in Belize is ... Read More

Please Delete = Double Submission = Sorry about that... PS. When I posted the original message, it was supposed to be addressed to Stacman, instead, I made up a username that is not even in this forum - LOL...... I like to refer to things like this ... Read More

PS. When I posted the original message, it was supposed to be addressed to Stacman, instead, I made up a username that is not even in this forum - LOL...... I like to refer to things like this as: I had a "brain freeze" LOL.... Read More

Yep, I agree. As I recall $15K is the total QRP amount. I do not recall anything about a "vehicle being singled out," sorry to say. TO EVERYONE: Here is a great link that will most likely answer many of your questions for those of you who are ... Read More

Hello Spiceman39, Regarding the topic of "insurance". I pay homeowners insurance annually. So, if you require insurance, you can add it to your list of expenses. Also, this is just my humble opinion, but I feel you can reduce your cost of living ... Read More

@popeye1 - Greetings, Based on my research there are a few development projects going on in the San Ignacio, Belize area. I've been to visit two of them about 2 years ago. The development project I would have invested in, (if I did not find a stand ... Read More

Hi there @BelizeExpertise, Thank you for sharing all your knowledge on the topic, especially using the cement posts for under the home. After reading your post slowly and carefully, I have a question when you refer to "builder". I like learning ... Read More

Greetings @Jaanyvr, I'm baaack... How are you? It is so great to catch up with you again :top:. Too exciting that you've been living in your new home. Plus the fact, you are so pleased with workmanship. Hurray, it turned out like you planned. How ... Read More

Hi Gary, Welcome to you and your better half!! You are doing my dream job. How long did it take you to land the gig with IL? Do you have a journalism background? I've been reading International Living(IL)for over 6 years now, and subscribe to ... Read More

@Jaanyvr thank you for sharing your experience. I have also made the decision to go with Linda Vista when the time is right. I would very much appreciate it if you would post here again about your feelings, regarding the quality of Linda Vista's ... Read More

Wow, reading this thread is most enlightening. Oh and Happy New Year One and All.... I love to swim. I am a fish at heart, and based on my birth date of March 1st. That makes me a Pisces. I can be out in the middle of the ocean treading water and ... Read More

Thanks Eric! Lucky you, only two more years. Have you read the book that explains all the benefits of possessing two Passports? I bought it about 3 months ago,, but did not start it yet. I did skim a little and it appears to be most interesting. ... Read More

So, if I understand correctly, a person interested in becoming a resident has to stay in Belize the first year, continuing to renew your tourist visa (6mos = $50bze the last 6mos = $100bze), and you cannot leave for more than 14 consecutive days? ... Read More

@BelizeExpertise: Thank you for waking me up on this one. I will need someone who can help me keep everything, on the project, running smoothly so I am not taken advantage of. I have had some bad experiences lately by trusting people way too much. ... Read More

I have read and heard about this fact. It is a shame because if you can't get a deal on a airline ticket, it would be nice to have the option to drive. Depending on the type of vehicle and where you are driving from, driving has the possibilities of ... Read More

@CaribeGal Thank you for providing such an efficient breakdown in prices. The prices are enough to make me faint - lol. Such high prices for intermittent service. Where is the logic? I was so close to getting cable - it's part of my post in this ... Read More

Hello My Expat Friends, I am extremely interested in using the Mennonites to add on to my home prior to my move to San Ignacio. I want to add on 2 rooms and one bathroom. I have heard good things about their workmanship and ethics. But, someone ... Read More

@stanandregina Thank you the breakdown in setup costs, and for your feedback. Plus, the tip about certain providers blocking. I've heard about it briefly but didn't know which ISP felt the need to filter who sees what. I am happy to hear that you ... Read More

Does anyone know how much it costs to do business with Hughnet? 1. How much for Internet? 2. How much for a land line? 3. How much for TV connection? The Cable company offered us a deal if we would help them with installation fees. Besides helping ... Read More

Many thanks to each of you for adding your insight to each posting. I appreciate you all taking the time to do so :thanks:. I will take in all the data and do my best to do what works best for me and my business. This is one of the best expat ... Read More

Hello to @geonal and @las vegas, I agree with both @las vegas that @geonal that we have some very good business questions. I keep tossing the idea of starting a business before I leave the US, and keep it going while I live in San Ignacio (when I ... Read More

I love it! I\'m coming up on my one year anniversary here next month. I\'ve started two businesses (relocation services and property management companies), found a new love, and am enjoying the low cost of living and the wonderful tropical ... Read More

Basia, if you have time when you first arrive, go to a Hindu or Chinese store in Belize City and purchase a very cheap cell phone(like around $100 bze), and a SIM card (about $20 bze from Digicell). Then all you have to do is top it up with ... Read More

Hello.. We are Canadian citizens and have a valid passport, we want to move to Belize without giving up our citizenship,, is it possible ? i read on the net .. u can survive under $450/mth..is it true ? if so, we can rent our home here and live ... Read More

@ericwt Hello ericwt, After reading your post and re-reading my own post, I have mislead everyone. I am not yet living full time in Belize. I do spend time there frequently, but not able to make the full move just yet. While I wait until the ... Read More

Hello Fellow Explorers, When I found this blog, I could not wait to join in. I am supposed to be working - I work for myself so it means I will work into the early morning if need be, or not - LOL. I am so excited for BelizeBound2014! I'm sure all ... Read More

Hey doods, I hope you're feeling welcome here. This is my second post, I think. I am just finding the time to stop and check out how interactive this expat-blog site truly is.... :gloria Read More

Hi Toni, I went with a group out to the Carmelita Gardens. I really liked what I saw. I toured the location in Feb. 2011. There were no models built yet but I heard they have broke ground, so that's a good sign. There will be models to walk ... Read More