Kelly M.
@doglady
American looking for information about Belize
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About me
American
Lives in Kansas City Missouri
Registration: 02 May 2013
TUSK's Belize itinerary... Suggestions and Advice is appreciated by TUSK
Here are my Parameters: Destinations: My intention is to focus primarily on the Coast... AC, CC, Hopkins, and Placencia... And while I'm interested in both Northern and Southern Belize, I'm uncertain how much time a thorough recon will ...
I like CC a lot. The Sports Bar there is owned by a Vet (and his wife) and I had a lot of fun there watching my Royals win the World Series! When I was there I stayed in the rooms above the Happy Lobster. Its a family owned place and they live there ... Read More
Negative feedbacks when I stated I wanted to move to Belize by chuckL
KRISTANADREAU- Just posted on here looking to move to Belize. After reading most post they seem to not want ANYONE to move to Belize. They accused me of being a slave owning right wing redneck without even knowing me. I feel as if they are scaring ...
Don't let the nay Sayers deter you. Go there and stay for a while and decide for yourself. If you can live without the typical American lifestyle or have a lot of money and patience, you will do just fine. Adjustments ! Lots of people think ... Read More
Update from TUSK... by TUSK
I sent off my application for a passport and expect it back in a month or so. My buddy that currently lives in Belize is in the States (where we grew up) and we got to hang out for several hours the other night. I was encouraged with all of what ...
Wow. October is when I will be heading down too. Any chance of a meeting for lunch or something? Drinks? Whatever. I am very interested in talking to others who are in love with this land and wanting to make a go of it there. Safe trips all around. Read More
Howdy, everyone... by TUSK
I'm from the woods in rural Alabama and am considering expat locales within the Caribbean. Formerly a white collar worker (ACC, IT, FIN, consulting, etc), I've recently transitioned in to construction (self-employed). I'm ...
ABSOLUTELY! Go to Belize and stay for a few weeks or months. You will either love it or hate it. I've never met anyone that fell in between. Personally, I'm from a little town in South Missouri where there was about 317 people. I'm in ... Read More
Palm Bay Club on Amergris Caye by doglady
Does anyone know how to get a list of the owners at Palm Bay Club? Not the owners that currently own the entire property; but those that have purchased individual lots and are waiting to develop? Thanks in advance.
Very excited to get the airstrip started! We intend on building in about 5 years but to have the development going will be fantastic. Hoping the barge landing will come soon after. Any thoughts on when you might start developing your land there?? Read More
Palm Bay Club on Amergris Caye by doglady
Does anyone know how to get a list of the owners at Palm Bay Club? Not the owners that currently own the entire property; but those that have purchased individual lots and are waiting to develop? Thanks in advance.
Hello. I think we have already connected through the new developer Frank Pollara. But I would be very excited to meet you the next time we are in Belize. We'll buy you lunch! Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize 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 all. We have been on and off on forums for several years. We are Kyle and Kelly and currently live in the Midwest U.S. Our plan is to retire in Belize in a few years. We own a few lots on North Ambergris Caye so we are always interested in any ... Read More
Palm Bay Club on Amergris Caye by doglady
Does anyone know how to get a list of the owners at Palm Bay Club? Not the owners that currently own the entire property; but those that have purchased individual lots and are waiting to develop? Thanks in advance.
Still interested in getting to know the other owners in the Palm Bay Club subdivision at the North end of the island. I hear exciting things are happening there! Read More
Pets in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Belize have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Belize? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? ...
Regulations are easy enough to find and adhere to for entry. However, depending on where you are going in Belize you may want to take some extra precautions. There are many strays which have diseases/parasites and are unchecked; some highly ... Read More
Customer care in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Belize and ...
It has been our experience that customer service in Belize is as varied as here at home in the US. In a San Pedro restaurant we were charged double what the bill should have been and when we asked why the check was so high, we were talked to as ... Read More
Packing by CAtoBZ
Hello All, We're packing everything up for the big drive down in the next week or two. My wife has been reading on one of the expat Facebook sites about using plastic containers for clothes, bedding, etc. to prevent them from molding. I was ...
Everyone knows that there are websites that tells the most dangerous and the less dangerous driving routes thorough Mexico right? Please be aware ! Read More
Travel Ambergris Caye across channel to Mexico
Someone that lives there should discuss the passport stamp requirements and the fees to go between countries. We use to do it a lot but not lately; so I don't know the current fees or regulations. Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize 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 ...
You might find tourists that are interested in purchasing quilted bags and maybe clothing but blankets and throws might be harder to sell. Getting large items home in suitcases is harder. You might consider the cost of getting that machine into the ... Read More
Long term rental in the Dangriga/Hopkins Village area by kimincc
I'm trying to find a website for long term housing rentals in the Dangriga/Hopkins area, and I've come up with nothing. I would like to have a furnished 2 bedroom house, condo, or apartment at a reasonable price. If anyone out there knows of a ...
My trip is not solidly planned but in prep. stage. I will not be vacationing but would like to find a place to stay while I volunteer for local charity. I will come down whenever they need, right now the plan is September or October and stay as long ... Read More
New to group by cjwalker
Hello group, Im a 34 year old American looking to make the move to Belize, any information would be greatly appreciated especially in regards to a work permit. I visited Belize last year and fell in love with the country and will coming back the ...
What can you tell me about volunteering? I'm willing to give months to a cause but really want to know that its not depriving a local from having a job. Its been my experience that some businesses there ask for volunteers to avoid hiring and ... Read More
Reputable Charity Organizations
You might check PAWS on Caye Caylker. Madi is the lady's name and they have a web page. They need volunteers and donations. Read More
Medications by GuestPoster8975
Is there anyway to see online what medications are available in Belize vs what isn't?
Actually the $25 is for a real office visit. I have not had to see either doctor but the word here is go to the clinic which is free for minor things but see the doctor at the pharmacy for more serious attention. Read More
Medications by GuestPoster8975
Is there anyway to see online what medications are available in Belize vs what isn't?
I have found that certain medications will not be refilled. I came with a two month supply of sleep aid with 3 refills remaining and was told that I would have to see the doctor prior to them giving me a refill. The doctor inside the pharmacy is $25 ... Read More
Volunteering in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Belize? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
Im currently in Caye Caulker volunteering at the Pet Park. Its a dog rescue and we currently have between 10-12 dogs. Basically feeding, helping tourist/setting dogs up to be walked, giving lots of love and attention to the dogs when you are there. ... Read More
Chainsaw by bwd61
Hello, I will be flying down in a couple weeks to clear a small area on some property we bought earlier this year. A guy I have met there will be doing the clearing and requested that I should bring a chainsaw with me from the states because they ...
Just a thought.... you can rent a car, rent a bike, rent a golf cart. Is there a hardware store anywhere near you or a landscaping company that might rent you one? Read More
RV Camping Near San Ignacio
Check with the Trek Stop outside of SI. They have primitive cabin rentals and I believe they had a couple of RV connections as well. The people there are amazing and they have a small butterfly farm and some ruins on the property. Read More
Travelling to Belize flown into Cancun and taken the bus to Corozol? by Ginny777
Has anyone travelling to Belize flown into Cancun and taken the bus to Corozol? I would appreciate any information as to bus location to airport and times. I am going the beginning of January 2016. Thank you Ginny
Zackpilot-- the troubles are many small things and a few big things. For us its mostly just annoying hold ups and overcharges. We have had border employees take money when they were not supposed to and call them "stamp fees" or ... Read More
Travelling to Belize flown into Cancun and taken the bus to Corozol? by Ginny777
Has anyone travelling to Belize flown into Cancun and taken the bus to Corozol? I would appreciate any information as to bus location to airport and times. I am going the beginning of January 2016. Thank you Ginny
This is our usual route more or less. We love El Fagon in Playa Del Carmen so we make the trip to stop there on the way to Belize when we have extra time. The food is not the only reason. I married a cheap skate and it shaves from $200 -$500 off the ... Read More
Volunteering in Belize by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Belize? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
What's the best way to find legit volunteer work there? I have been in contact with a few that sound very enthusiastic when first approached but the emails for information go unanswered for days. I have time and I have ability. What's up ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize 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 all. I will be spending October and November in Caye Caulker and would love to know a little about the place. I like to eat cheap local food and leave my American cravings at home. We always try the local specialties no matter where we go so I ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here 3rd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize 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 ...
Not really new to the forum but back after a time away. I'm Kelly from Kansas City. I will be heading down to Caye Caulker for a couple of months and would like to know where to get the best local food. Also, for a person that will busy most ... Read More
coming to Belize in Nov
We love the Blue Tang in San Pedro. The people that work there are absolutely amazing. Alan Lima has left as front desk~ he was a great guy; but I'm sure they have replaced him with someone equally as personable. The hotel is right on the beach, ... Read More
Doctor fly bites! Help! by teed62
Hello! Well, we've been down here in Consejo for 4 weeks now and we are really enjoying ourselves, even while living through renovations! The only fly in the ointment appears to be that my body is not a fan of the doctor fly bites. Not ...
Has anyone tried baking soda on the bites? Read More
Moving to Belize, in search of simplicity by teamheisler
Hello! After much discussion about the ongoing degradation of quality of life here in the states, my wife and I have decided to come visit Belize in hopes of moving there ASAP. We have done about as much research as we can online without actually ...
Our move has been postponed for health reasons but I am interested in starting an account on our next visit. Is the process at the Credit Union the same as the banks? Read More
Palm Bay Club on Amergris Caye
Does anyone know how to get a list of the owners at Palm Bay Club? Not the owners that currently own the entire property; but those that have purchased individual lots and are waiting to develop? Thanks in advance. Read More
"Belizean-Style" House wanted SOON by doglady
We are looking to move to Belize at the end of this year of the beginning of next. Our time is flexible and our needs are simple. We have been looking for a "Belizean style" house for many, MANY, months now and can't seem to get the idea across to ...
Thanks everyone. We're planning a trip in October we'll do some checking while we are there. Any ideas on rental companies or agents or .....to check while we're in the area? Much appreciated. Read More
Moving to Belize, in search of simplicity by teamheisler
Hello! After much discussion about the ongoing degradation of quality of life here in the states, my wife and I have decided to come visit Belize in hopes of moving there ASAP. We have done about as much research as we can online without actually ...
The circumstances here changed. We had put our plans on hold for a while while we researched things. So much of the Lan Sluder books and the Belize Forums say that the schools are not up to par. I probably would have made the move with my own child, ... Read More
Moving to Belize, in search of simplicity by teamheisler
Hello! After much discussion about the ongoing degradation of quality of life here in the states, my wife and I have decided to come visit Belize in hopes of moving there ASAP. We have done about as much research as we can online without actually ...
"lmao" IS being nasty. Some of what I have posted is from others who have answered the same questions here (or on other forums) before. Much of it is from Lan Sluder's books or ebooks. And I have said before, I know people that lived in Belize for ... Read More
Moving to Belize, in search of simplicity by teamheisler
Hello! After much discussion about the ongoing degradation of quality of life here in the states, my wife and I have decided to come visit Belize in hopes of moving there ASAP. We have done about as much research as we can online without actually ...
Then stop being nasty with strangers and answer the people's questions. Read More
Moving to Belize, in search of simplicity by teamheisler
Hello! After much discussion about the ongoing degradation of quality of life here in the states, my wife and I have decided to come visit Belize in hopes of moving there ASAP. We have done about as much research as we can online without actually ...
You're right, I don't live there. But I have friends that do and I have spoke to them about the issues they had when they moved there 10 years ago; with kids and pets. I am also repeating the things that have come up in conversations with other ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
"Paved" is a matter of opinion. My answer would be, not paved to the standards of American or European roads. Some places; San Pedro is one and Caye Caulker is another, have cobblestone roads which are newer in some places. But for a rider, this is ... Read More
Moving to Belize, in search of simplicity by teamheisler
Hello! After much discussion about the ongoing degradation of quality of life here in the states, my wife and I have decided to come visit Belize in hopes of moving there ASAP. We have done about as much research as we can online without actually ...
There are some really helpful people here. But be aware that the advice will vary greatly. If you have never been to Belize, you should take the time and go (maybe without the children) and look around. Also, look at the things online that you would ... Read More
Safety driving to Belize thru Mexico by dodgerday
How safe is it to drive from Brownsville, TX to Chetemal, Mex?
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_970.html Read More
Soil Quality
Can someone tell me how to determine the best area for soil quality. Of course the closer to the coast the worse the soil. But what about the Dangria/ Hopkins areas? How do your gardens grow? We are wanting to set up a small garden and don't mind ... Read More
fishing by heather n andy
hi people,we are seriously thinking of moving to corozal in belize so any help or info would be great.it may sound silly but i wanted to know if you can catch fish off the beach in corozal,i went fishing off the beach in placencia and caught all ...
Hey Captain Dave-- I love fishing! But I have never been ocean fishing on a boat. My husband lived in Tibee Island Georgia for a while and worked at fish camps and did a lot fishing there. Which is really weird because he was a suit and tie guy when ... Read More
fishing by heather n andy
hi people,we are seriously thinking of moving to corozal in belize so any help or info would be great.it may sound silly but i wanted to know if you can catch fish off the beach in corozal,i went fishing off the beach in placencia and caught all ...
Hi Craig-- I am not the one to ask about Belize. We only go once or twice a year. But we are planning on moving there at the first of next year. We are taking a trip to explore a few places of interest (that we have not yet seen) in the fall of this ... Read More
fishing by heather n andy
hi people,we are seriously thinking of moving to corozal in belize so any help or info would be great.it may sound silly but i wanted to know if you can catch fish off the beach in corozal,i went fishing off the beach in placencia and caught all ...
We fished off the dock a few miles north of San Pedro. We did OK but a local lady was really getting them. It was snapper mostly. It made a big difference if we used fresh bait or the bait they gave us from the resort. The shop there gave us frozen ... Read More
Costs of moving from U.S. to Belize- Insight needed by TheBradleys
Hello. My husband and I are considering moving to Belize in the next year or so. I am reading everything I can about the country and moving there. We are too young to qualify for the QRP program and don't have the necessary [i]monthly[/i] income ...
Spoken like a true Texan! Read More
Cancun to Chetumal
Check into Belize Transfers. They use to pick up at the airport and will take you just about anywhere. My husband and I have used them a couple of times in the past and they are among the best for customer service in Belize. LOVE them for a straight ... Read More
Cancun to Chetumal
Sometimes we spend the night, sometimes we ride the bus and nap on the way. There are many ways to get between the two places. Would you prefer cheap or quick? Read More
Visitor through Perm. Resident. by kayana10
I have been to several sites and this is what I got out of reading them, regarding visitor visa through filing for permanent residency. Can anyone concur? You obtain a one month entry card on entering the country. After 30 days, you go to an ...
I'm convinced that San Pedro Belize is God's country!! For all of its flaws I have had NO complaints overall. People are soooo incredible, love the SAGA Society and the Holy Cross. Some of the best street vendors ever. Read More
Buying a car in Belize or bring one in with me ? by xcaret
My friend who spent time in Belize told me a group of Menonite people had a factory in Belize and were assembling chinese car parts and selling the finished product, I dont find anything when googling it . He also mentioned the Menonite folks build ...
Hi TexBlondi2-- OurMy first choice was AC and I've contacted a few people/agents in SP about lots. I especially liked the lot at GBE on the west side. But the agent there was more interested in selling me on his newest subdivision than the one I was ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
Kris--I pray that you have found your dog! I have encountered some Creole in various parts of the world. Jamaica and Haiti seem to be similar but I expected that Belize would be much different. But I think the basis would be good to know either ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
Thanks Tony. We are taking a Creole class here next month. Its Haitian but I think it will help us anyway. I am practicing your speech above. I think I'll lay that out for the next guy I meet here in Missouri with his hand out. See how it flies. Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
Thanks for your concern Dorothy. Like I said before, I have worked with petty criminals and the mentality that everyone owes them something for a long time. Those that ask with an expectation and no need usually get nothing from me. Shifty people ... Read More
Buying a car in Belize or bring one in with me ? by xcaret
My friend who spent time in Belize told me a group of Menonite people had a factory in Belize and were assembling chinese car parts and selling the finished product, I dont find anything when googling it . He also mentioned the Menonite folks build ...
We are planning a trip to Dangria/Hopkins area this fall and hope to spend some time in Corozal too. Having great post here is helping us narrow it down a lot. Our original plan was to live in San Pedro but we have almost decided that we wouldn't ... Read More
Buying a car in Belize or bring one in with me ? by xcaret
My friend who spent time in Belize told me a group of Menonite people had a factory in Belize and were assembling chinese car parts and selling the finished product, I dont find anything when googling it . He also mentioned the Menonite folks build ...
Thank you Canadianbcgirl!! I have never lived there but we have visited many times. Our experiences when dressed as tourist coming from a cruise ship were much different than our haggard look after riding the chicken bus all day. I especially ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
Sometime ago Melly wrote: "If you have a US attitude of "I want it all and I want it now." You will fail miserably in Belize. If you want to make a quiet and peaceful life without a bunch of stuff around you, you should be just fine. Treat the ... Read More
BTL and internet and security deposit refund
Thanks David for that info. We have gotten some confusing answers on cable costs. Do you know if that is countrywide prices? Or is that for your area? Thanks again. Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
Thank you Melly. I went to bed last night seriously rethinking our plan. In retrospect I am not sure why. We have only had two negative experiences in Belize, neither were all that traumatic. The first was an unscrupulous shop worker that didn't ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
I don't doubt the validity of your story. I don't doubt that being white makes me a target, been there, done that. In America and in Belize. Got screwed on my very first trip to Belize. Learned the lesson and moved on. I don't intend on behaving in ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
You learned a lot there Dorthy. I hope to do the same. But you understand that living next door to a church doesn't mean safety and that what is costume jewelry to us, may seem like valuables to a thief and/or poor person, right? Here at home I ... Read More
COROZOL AND MEDICAL CARE by tammyann
hello we are thinking about moving to belize nezt year....we are from connecticut usa but it very expressive to live here and we are force to move out of our state when my husband retires we are thinking about 6 months of renting and moving around ...
Not yet. We are moving to Belize in the fall and plan on exploring from there. Read More
COROZOL AND MEDICAL CARE by tammyann
hello we are thinking about moving to belize nezt year....we are from connecticut usa but it very expressive to live here and we are force to move out of our state when my husband retires we are thinking about 6 months of renting and moving around ...
Google "driving through Mexico" and you will find a map that is kept fairly up to date. It has the crime hot spots and the towns that should be avoided while driving in the country. We have decided it might not be worth the risk. Even though we have ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
I'm sorry that the good Dr. had a bad experience. But imagine for a minute that your family is hungry and you had a person move in next door with the letters "DR" before his name. Now imagine the attitude is already such that the rich gringos can ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
Its been said to me many times over the 5-6 years we have been researching that if you could have lived in America in the early 1900's; Belize is just the place for you. On the other hand, some folks just aren't cut out for that kind of atmosphere. ... Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
Did you ever consider another part of the country or is it pretty much the same except for the cost of living? Read More
we are thinking about moving to belize but i do have tons of questions by tammyann
hello everyone i am very new here.......and i do have questions about belize... my husband is being force to retire from his job becouse we want to keep our medical benifits.....so at end of this year he would be retiring and we cant afford to live ...
WOW Dorthy, How long did you live in Belize and where did you live? Read More
Ride from airpost
Doc-- have you contacted Belize Transfers? They are very reasonable and so helpful. They will pick you up almost anywhere and its a pretty comfortable ride in a large van. Read More
Disability by kayana10
Does anyone here receive disability from the states, namely those with mental illness? I was wondering about getting meds/costs, Dr. that would provide services, and legality of keeping your check while living in Belize. I have done research and ...
Here is another great publication by the United States Social Security Administration regarding collection of US Disability and Social Security Benefits while living abroad. http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10137.pdf Read More
Disability by kayana10
Does anyone here receive disability from the states, namely those with mental illness? I was wondering about getting meds/costs, Dr. that would provide services, and legality of keeping your check while living in Belize. I have done research and ...
For Americans living abroad may I suggest that you contact an attorney familiar with disability. Perhaps the one you used to get your claim approved if you had one. And read this from the SS ... Read More
Disability by kayana10
Does anyone here receive disability from the states, namely those with mental illness? I was wondering about getting meds/costs, Dr. that would provide services, and legality of keeping your check while living in Belize. I have done research and ...
Cultural faux pas?? It is not polite to ask someone to discuss their mental illness in a public forum. Ooopsie. Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
Popeye1---I have been researching moving to Belize for about 6 years. First thing to know is that everything you read or hear is relative. It is relative to the personal experiences of that person and it is relative to the time the incident (or lack ... Read More
Driving down with my dog and cat. by Artena
Greetings all, I am a widow and I would very much like to drive from BC, Canada to Belize with my animals. I realize it will be quite a trip, but I want my SUV and I want my Bull Mastiff and I am not leaving my 30 pound cat behind! I want to live ...
Our intention was not to drive the vehicle once it was there. Our intention was to find a place to park it and live in it until we finished our build. I haven't ever seen one there either but maybe its because the streets are not wide enough and the ... Read More
Driving down with my dog and cat. by Artena
Greetings all, I am a widow and I would very much like to drive from BC, Canada to Belize with my animals. I realize it will be quite a trip, but I want my SUV and I want my Bull Mastiff and I am not leaving my 30 pound cat behind! I want to live ...
Us too! We are curious if the RV trip was a success and how it was driving it through Mexico? We are also interested in whether you were well received in getting a permit to take the RV to the island. Thanks. Read More
Holistic medicine by Genych
There is a question that my wife and I discuss often lately. She is a trained and experienced physician and she also practiced a holistic medicine for many years in Canada. Her arsenal of treatments and healing technics is quite broad. And she has ...
I was in San Pedro once and a man approached me about an obvious affliction I have. He was saying a lot about local medicine and holistic healing would correct the problem. I can't wait to get to Belize and find someone myself. Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
You are a few months ahead of us in getting there and we are not sure where we are going to land. But we would love to buy you some coffee or a drink sometime. We expect that we will arrive sometime around the end of the year and what is available ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
THOUGHT OF THE DAY There are two ways to get enough. One is to continue to accumulate more and more. The other is to desire less. Compliments of the San Pedro Daily **************************************************** This is my personal ... Read More
Costs of moving from U.S. to Belize- Insight needed by TheBradleys
Hello. My husband and I are considering moving to Belize in the next year or so. I am reading everything I can about the country and moving there. We are too young to qualify for the QRP program and don't have the necessary [i]monthly[/i] income ...
Its such a shame when people have so little to say of interest that they automatically jump to calling people stupid that they have never met. I simply gave a little encouragement and some links to a young person who was curious about the country. I ... Read More
Costs of moving from U.S. to Belize- Insight needed by TheBradleys
Hello. My husband and I are considering moving to Belize in the next year or so. I am reading everything I can about the country and moving there. We are too young to qualify for the QRP program and don't have the necessary [i]monthly[/i] income ...
I do know what I wrote. TRAVELING to Belize has quite a few differences than MOVING to Belize. Let me clarify a little. When we travel to Belize once or twice a year we take the cheapest route possible. Usually flying into Cancun and bus the rest ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
There's nothing here to get our panties in a bunch over. Why so pissy? I thought this was a few people getting together to share knowledge and experiences; so I offered mine. Read More
Costs of moving from U.S. to Belize- Insight needed by TheBradleys
Hello. My husband and I are considering moving to Belize in the next year or so. I am reading everything I can about the country and moving there. We are too young to qualify for the QRP program and don't have the necessary [i]monthly[/i] income ...
Wow, that's odd. We usually make the trip for about $50 US or less each. It depends on if we spend the night or take the trip straight through. We generally have a backpack and a suit case each. We have also used the Belize Transfer company and they ... Read More
Costs of moving from U.S. to Belize- Insight needed by TheBradleys
Hello. My husband and I are considering moving to Belize in the next year or so. I am reading everything I can about the country and moving there. We are too young to qualify for the QRP program and don't have the necessary [i]monthly[/i] income ...
I don't live in Belize but I am an opinionated old fart so here goes my two cents. I would say finish school; you never know where you will be in a few years and the education may be necessary. It kind of depends on what you are majoring in whether ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
Absolutely 88. My friends and family keep asking "what are you going to do if things are bad there?" We tell them .... "duh, we'll go somewhere else." They just can't imagine how a middle aged couple can scrap the "American dream" life for a third ... Read More
Wanting to move to Belize by kmarlette
My boyfriend and I are looking into moving to Belize from the US. We are planning on going on vacation there before moving but here are some questions we need help with: 1)What is the job market for Americans that go down there like? 2) what is the ...
There is a Mail Boxes Etc. in San Pedro. Have you spoken to them? There may be one nearer you or they may have a stop in Belize City to get out of the country. Read More
personal belongings by mandankat
I want to bring a container of personal belongings without paying duty on them, what is the best approach to do that. Kathi
Has anyone done the math on the QRP? Is it worth the extra costs compared to the actual duties? If the duties on a newer car are 40% then the costs will more than balance. But if you are not really bringing a vehicle is it worth the money to join ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
We do not intend on getting a car. If we can't walk to what we need we will catch a bus. We already have the bus thing in us. When we come down, we fly to Cancun and take the bus the rest of the way into Belize. Sometimes we stay near the ADO ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
Easy guys (and gals). There are helpful bits of information in everything here. We do not live in Belize. We will by the end of next year, somewhere. My husband and I are looking for the places that most people describe in a somewhat negative way. ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
Maybe undeveloped and undesired IS what they want. I know that even in Kansas City tourist are a pain in the butt. They are great for the economy but they are a pain. Maybe the Belizean people would like us to stop invading their paradise. Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
LOVE this post! Thank you so much Annie. We plan to "live like Belizeans" too but we love beans and vegetables so I think doing without some meats won't bother us much. Do you mind sharing what it was that put you over on your budget? When we say ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
This is pretty interesting to us. We have asked a couple of times (not on this forum yet) about different areas. We are both from the criminal justice world, so petty crime and "shady" characters have pretty much been our lives. But dangerous is ... Read More
Building and Filling
Hello All and thanks so much for the warm welcomes. A question about clearing a little and getting fill. How does a person find out what it cost to fill a lot on Ambergris Caye? I have contacted builders- some answer, some don't. Other expats have ... Read More
Clue Me In--Groceries by doglady
If we chose to live in San Ignacio and bought our vegetables at the market on the weekend; what would our grocery bill be for these items.... Powdered milk beans--any kind rice chicken flour tortillas eggs We would get cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, ...
Per week for groceries listed? Where are you and where do you shop for these items. It seems that $25 in almost any currency is a great price for groceries!! Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
Of course, that's one of the best reasons for moving to Belize. But at some point someone in business has to say.... its time to make some money. Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
I would love to build on Ambergris Caye but getting someone to give me an idea of the cost is really not working out very well. The more trouble we have getting answers, the more my husband wants to rent. Anywhere. Which is really not as easy as it ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
This is a great little place. I have emailed the agent a couple of times; no answer. But I am patient, when the time comes, so will the right place. Thanks for the link. Read More
Clue Me In--Groceries by doglady
If we chose to live in San Ignacio and bought our vegetables at the market on the weekend; what would our grocery bill be for these items.... Powdered milk beans--any kind rice chicken flour tortillas eggs We would get cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, ...
I wonder how many of us have this same story?! It sounds as though my husband or myself wrote the above post. He is a corporate compliance officer and I was a parole officer for a many years, then went into Animal Control. We kid each other that its ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
Thanks Marilynne. Do you know about how much it costs to erect one of those homes? I have checked the Plett site, which sells them but can't get anyone to return an email about moving one the San Pedro or how long it might take or even how much one ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
Thanks. You have no idea how many times I have typed Belize Real Estate or Property for sale Belize and got nothing but stuffy subdivisions with agents that freak if you say chickens. Its actually kind of fun at this point. I will check out this ... Read More
Belize vs USA - Cost of Living by MyBetterHalf
I've read articles stating the cost of living in Belize is essentially the same as living in the USA. For those who have taken the plunge and made the move, can you give the rest of us an idea of what it takes to live there. I'm not looking ...
It may be prudent to explain my own brand of "simple" living to find a place to live. I am 48 and grew up most of my life in a three room house with an outhouse. Chicken came from the yard as did eggs, milk, and most veggies. Since then I; as well ... Read More
Clue Me In--Groceries by doglady
If we chose to live in San Ignacio and bought our vegetables at the market on the weekend; what would our grocery bill be for these items.... Powdered milk beans--any kind rice chicken flour tortillas eggs We would get cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, ...
Hi and thanks so much for the response. We haven't really shopped at the market, but the days we passed by it were big tourist days so we thought maybe that was the draw. I do not breed or sell dogs. At one time I was an Animal Control Officer. I ... Read More
Clue Me In--Groceries
If we chose to live in San Ignacio and bought our vegetables at the market on the weekend; what would our grocery bill be for these items.... Powdered milk beans--any kind rice chicken flour tortillas eggs We would get cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, ... Read More
"Belizean-Style" House wanted SOON by doglady
We are looking to move to Belize at the end of this year of the beginning of next. Our time is flexible and our needs are simple. We have been looking for a "Belizean style" house for many, MANY, months now and can't seem to get the idea across to ...
What about parking a motor home somewhere in or near San Ignacio? Corozal? We have looked at the RV park in Corozal but we need a fenced yard. We have a motor home that is in great working order and have considered living in it while we look for a ... Read More
"Belizean-Style" House wanted SOON by doglady
We are looking to move to Belize at the end of this year of the beginning of next. Our time is flexible and our needs are simple. We have been looking for a "Belizean style" house for many, MANY, months now and can't seem to get the idea across to ...
We're looking for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath, 400-700 sq feet. We need at least one room that is separate- we have dogs that don't get along so we keep them separated. Other than that; very, VERY, simple. Read More