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Up-to-Date Information on Relocation to Belize

July 21st, 2009 | Belize - Business, Belize - Relocation, Belize - Travel Tips, The Best of Belize | No Comments »

There aren’t too many sites out there with comprehensive coverage of what life in Belize is like. For tourists, www.belizetourism.net was always a popular choice. Sadly, it seems to have been abandoned as most of the information on it is outdated.

There are some things on the Belize Report site, as BelizeTourism.net calls it, that are helpful and accurate, such as information about the weather, and suggested lists of things to pack.

There is also a basic map of Belize, which, although isn’t very detailed, it gives you an idea of the layout of the country, and basically where everything is found.

If you want up to date information on relocation to Belize, and help and advice Read more

Can you Retire in Belize?

July 20th, 2009 | Belize - Culture, Belize - Family Friendly, Belize - Gringo Favorite, Belize - Relocation, Belize - Travel Tips | 1 Comment »

While there are a decent number of expats living in Belize, it does not have the same expat network and support system that you will find in countries such as Costa Rica. However, life in Belize can be much more pleasant, afterall, you don’t necessarily have to learn to speak Spanish!

Life in Belize is not for everyone. Before making the decision to move here permanently, you should come and stay for an extended period of time and see if you really can handle what living here means. Even before you make that trip, however, it is important to do a self-analysis to see if you fit the mold of the kind of person who can make it work in Read more

Health Advice for Traveling to Belize

July 16th, 2009 | Belize - Family Friendly, Belize - Travel Tips | No Comments »

Planning a trip to Belize and concerned about your health? There are only a few things to keep in mind before you come here.

Malaria pills are generally all that a doctor will prescribe for visitors coming to Belize.
That having been said, make sure you get a full check-up by your doctor, explain the length of stay in Belize and any special activities you will be doing. That way, they can make sure you have everything you need.
Make sure to ask about any additional shots.
Pack enough of your prescription medications for the duration of your trip.
Bring insect repellent, and USE IT!
Bring sunscreen, and USE IT!
Bring lotion for bug bites for the times you forget

Learn to Love the Things you Hate about Life in Belize

July 9th, 2009 | Belize - Culture, Belize - Family Friendly, Belize - Gossip, Belize - News, Belize - Relocation, Belize - Travel Tips | No Comments »

As with any country there are things that we love about Belize and things that we hate. At the end of the day, the good usually outweighs the bad, and that is why so many of us decide to stick it out here in our little patch of paradise.

One of the most frustrating things can be not being able to find the exact product you want, or not being able to get something you really crave from back home. Most stores stock some imported goods, but the selections can be extremely lacking in smaller towns. The solution: fall in love with the products of Belize! You won’t find fruit this good back in Montana!

The weather, which is one Read more

Typical Belizean Dish – Rice, Beans and Stewed Chicken

July 4th, 2009 | Belize - Culture, Belize - Gringo Favorite, Belize - Must See or Do, Belize - Places to Eat, Belize - Travel Tips | No Comments »

If you are coming to Belize, or thinking of relocating here, I hope you really like white rice and red kidney beans as these are two of the staples in the Belizean diet.

Don’t get me wrong, there is a variety. I mean, you can order “rice and beans” and you will be served a dish of rice and beans that have been cooked together in coconut milk. Or, you can order “beans and rice” and you will be served a dish of rice and a dish of beans that have been cooked separately, for you to mix to your liking. The contrast is startling.

Normally whether you eat rice and beans or beans and rice it will be accompanied Read more

Entry Requirements, Length of Stay, Departure Tax

March 15th, 2009 | Belize - Travel Tips | 1 Comment »

TravelBelize.org helps us out with the entry requirements for Belize:

With the exception of cruise ship passengers, all visitors to Belize must present a valid passport before entering the country. Please note that driver’s licenses and birth certificates are not approved travel documents and cannot be used to enter the country. Passports must be valid up until time of departure.

In cases where a visitor remains in the country for over 30 days, an extension of entry must be requested. Extensions are available for the cost of:

Up to 6 months for US $25 After 6 months US $50 per month

Nationals of the following countries do not require visas:

Australia
Canada
Hong Kong
Mexico
New Zealand
Norway
United

Work from Home on the Internet

February 9th, 2009 | Belize - Relocation | No Comments »

For those who are looking to relocate to Central or South America, oftentimes one of the best ways to secure a stable income (if you aren’t retired) is by finding online work. So, type in WORK FROM HOME in your search engine, and what do you find? A long list of work opportunities… but how do you differentiate the ones that are real from the scams? Is it possible to find real work online that will enable you to support yourself living abroad? The answer is yes! Working online over the internet from home is a great way to earn a living from a reputable company while living in your own personal paradise.

But how do you find work online? Read more

Personal Experiences of Retiring in Belize

February 5th, 2009 | Belize - Relocation | 1 Comment »

Ray Auxillou and Silvia Pinzon de Auxillou break it down for those thinking about retiring in Belize, and in other Central American countries, on their web-site.

The couple knew that upon retirement they would want to live abroad, since their minimal income would limit their means of living in the United States. They share their personal story from how they went about the process of deciding on Belize, to what they have encountered there.

I suggest this web-site as must read material for anyone considering a move or retirement in Central or South America.

Ray provides a lot of tips, and he and is wife also own a Hostel, the Falconview Tourist Backpackers Adventure Hostel, and have a Read more

Restaurant for Sale in San Ignacio Belize

February 2nd, 2009 | Belize - Business, Belize - Relocation | 1 Comment »

As seen on Mondinion.com, Listed with Rainforest Realty

* Built area: 27 m2 (300 sqfeet)
* Land / Lot area: 4,047 m2 (1 acres)
* Price: 82,500 USD (Built area: 3,055.55 USD / m2) (Land area: 20.38 USD / m2)

Villa/Restaurant with 2 Huge Lots
This GORGEOUS piece of land consists of 2 huge lots with their own separate entrance onto the property. The lots run back to back making a striking view. Completely fenced. All utilities. All weather Road.

There is a restaurant with a loft over the restaurant that could serve as a residence. There is a completed covered veranda eating area with separate and enclosed double restrooms. Full kitchen. Complete bar area.

There Read more

Discounts at San Ignacio Belize Lodge and Tours

January 26th, 2009 | Belize - Adventure, Belize - Places to Stay, Belize - Travel Tips | No Comments »

The Maya Mountain in San Ignacio is offering a 20% discount on any Adventure package and a free breakfast/dinner meal plan daily for one person.

For the 20% off on the package your reservation must be for a minimum of 4 nights for 2 adults and is valid for stays between Jan 1–Feb 14 and March 21–April 31, 2009. Children who are traveling with 2 adults get 50% off of their package price. (See the travel deal by clicking here.)

Up-to-Date Information on Relocation to Belize

Can you Retire in Belize?

Health Advice for Traveling to Belize

Learn to Love the Things you Hate about Life in Belize

Typical Belizean Dish – Rice, Beans and Stewed Chicken

Entry Requirements, Length of Stay, Departure Tax

Work from Home on the Internet

Personal Experiences of Retiring in Belize

Restaurant for Sale in San Ignacio Belize

Discounts at San Ignacio Belize Lodge and Tours

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