@Gales Point Mark
American expat in Belize
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American
Lives in Gales Point, Belize
Registration: 26 October 2018
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BEST VEHICLE DEALERSHIPS IN BELIZE? by mcforte
Greetings everyone,can you recommend a specific dealership in Belize, especially if looking to purchase a new pickup truck? Which ones have the best reputations, and possibly prices that are not too steep?Also, is it a custom in Belize that when ...
@paulewatson In answer to your question, "easily repairable in Belize", means a vehicle whose parts are easily found locally: anything Toyota or Mitsubishi; Ford / Chevy / Dodge trucks. Your common sense is true - avoid Jaguars and luxury vehicles. ... Read More
Satellite internet by barkerdp
Hi there,Can anyone recommend satellite internet providers in Belize? Hughesnet or Viasat. Thanks
@barkerdp Hughesnet is worse than awful. Now that much of Belize has 4G coverage on the mainland, I switched to broadband for internet. Read More
BEST VEHICLE DEALERSHIPS IN BELIZE? by mcforte
Greetings everyone,can you recommend a specific dealership in Belize, especially if looking to purchase a new pickup truck? Which ones have the best reputations, and possibly prices that are not too steep?Also, is it a custom in Belize that when ...
A few years ago I bought a used Nissan pickup from a very reliable car rental company in Belize City. I bought it from them because because this rental company uses only cars they bring down from USA (built to USA safety standards), and they ... Read More
Moving from Canada to Belize by Cliffbbj
happy new year to all …Im planing to move to belize from cold country canada….was there Nov.2023 and liked consejo shores ,corozal
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First venture to Belize by DaveBZE
Hi everyone, I’m in Vancouver, BC, Canada. I’m looking to visit Belize based on everything I’ve learned, particularly the laid back atmosphere, the beauty of the country, and english being the primary language. I’m ...
Hi Dave from Vancouver, Do check out Belize for at least a few weeks at least. Yes, Corozol area is nice, with many retired expats living comfortably there. Corozol is dryer with fewer bugs. But other parts of Belize are nice too, We do spend part ... Read More
Introduction and looking for information regarding RN jobs in Belize by dwisdom
Hello everyone, I am very excited to be on expat. I currently live near Atlanta, Georgia. I am an RN with a major hospital system in Atlanta. I have joined expat.com to research an exit strategy for leaving the US. I am looking for information ...
Yes, if you could start a business - based around your skills - employing Belizeans, this would be the best track to a fulfilling expat experience in Belize. There will be opportunities for you, especially in the post-pandemic world. Outline a ... Read More
First venture to Belize by DaveBZE
Hi everyone, I’m in Vancouver, BC, Canada. I’m looking to visit Belize based on everything I’ve learned, particularly the laid back atmosphere, the beauty of the country, and english being the primary language. I’m ...
Watch out for that "army" checkpoint that is not really "army". . . same sandbags, same uniforms, same 50-calibers. But, "surprise" ! Bottom line is - if you do get caught in one, don't run. You've got ... Read More
First venture to Belize by DaveBZE
Hi everyone, I’m in Vancouver, BC, Canada. I’m looking to visit Belize based on everything I’ve learned, particularly the laid back atmosphere, the beauty of the country, and english being the primary language. I’m ...
Hi Dave, Your plan is good - except do not under any circumstances attempt to drive thru Mexico. We did it twice - the first time was a wonderful experience. . . The second time we only made it thru the fake army roadblock in Tamualipas, set up ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Belize by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Belize, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
We came to our Coastal Road home near Gales Point in January and planned to stay for a few winter months. The coronavirus came and changed all that. Despite chances to leave earlier, we stayed in Belize as long as we could. We very much enjoyed our ... Read More
Drive to Belize by Brigitte B
I will be driving from Calgary to Belize sometime between mid August and end of September. If you're driving in that direction, from Alberta or from anywhere on the route, and would like to drive along, let me know. I will be crossing at Del ...
We very much enjoyed staying in Tampico, Veracruz, Villahermosa, and Oaxaca. Northern Mexico within 100 miles of US border is muy peligroso, but take your time and enjoy the country and the people after that. Read More
Drive to Belize by Brigitte B
I will be driving from Calgary to Belize sometime between mid August and end of September. If you're driving in that direction, from Alberta or from anywhere on the route, and would like to drive along, let me know. I will be crossing at Del ...
-Stay on toll roads. -Have full-coverage vehicle insurance from a Mexican insurer. -Dont drive at night. -Stay in hotels with guarded courtyards. -Avoid Tamaulipas, or if you must cross over at Texas border, drive out of Tamaulipas as fast as you ... Read More
Accommodation in Belize: scams you should look out for by Bhavna
Hi, Committing to renting or buying accommodation when youÂ’re new to or have not moved to Belize just yet is always a stressful endeavour. Would you like to help us in putting together a handbook of what to look out for when house hunting in ...
1* ALWAYS USE A QUALIFIED BELIZE ATTORNEY to research property title, hold escrow payments, and file new title - never shortcut this step even if real estate agent says she can save you money; 2* Visit Belize first before you commit to buy ... Read More
Coastal Road Paving Progress by jvr1330
It would be great if someone currently living down in Belize can use this thread to periodically update us on road paving projects. When down last November - the Hopkins Rd paving was well underway - albeit very slowly. We just had our land ...
The United Kingdom granted the ££ through an entity called the Caribbean Investment Fund. Read More
Coastal Road Paving Progress by jvr1330
It would be great if someone currently living down in Belize can use this thread to periodically update us on road paving projects. When down last November - the Hopkins Rd paving was well underway - albeit very slowly. We just had our land ...
Hi JVR, Actual "paving" has not yet begun on Belize's Coastal Road. Prep work has begun, however. I have seen and talked to work crews who spent months taking sonar readings of the road base all along this highway, especially around ... Read More
Planning to move to belize in October by niteshadow
planning move to belize in October for 1 to 6 months where and how do I get the right visa for 6 months or longer? what else do you think I need? not moving just suitcase and personel belongings
I have heard of these 90-day extensions. I'll try it - in Dangriga. Maybe the Dangriga Immigration staff only like old guys from Gales Point, but not Placencia. .Wonder why? If we have learned anything, it is that logic does not apply in ... Read More