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Laurie

@Cruisin Camper

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American looking for information about Belize

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Lives in Sparks, NV

Registration: 22 December 2012

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Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
11 years ago
MyBetterHalf

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 ...

Laurie

John, Sadly every board has its Trolls...... Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
11 years ago
MyBetterHalf

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 ...

Laurie

Just FYI - there was Pepsi in Belize at one time and they were ejected (or so I read)because of failure to pay taxes..... not that makes any difference now of course. Spirited conversation -I am enjoying some of these posts (but not all ... Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
11 years ago
gba327

Coming in April to tour the country by gba327

I am coming down for a week in April to tour the country and then file for the Residency Program. Any advice?? I have contacted the group that offers a tour of the country, does anyone know of a better way to see a little of everything. I plan on ...

Laurie

As far as I am aware of, Mexico still does not allow anyone other than Mexican Citizens the ability to own property there at any of the coastlines...... Have a few friends who have (or still do) own homes... but not the property itself. Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
11 years ago
gba327

Coming in April to tour the country by gba327

I am coming down for a week in April to tour the country and then file for the Residency Program. Any advice?? I have contacted the group that offers a tour of the country, does anyone know of a better way to see a little of everything. I plan on ...

Laurie

Wow, that seems a bit pricey to me - but I would rather get a feel for the local environment and people than to be flown around, etc. I'm just sayin..... Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
Cruisin Camper

prescription drug cost? by Cruisin Camper

Ok, I know that there are a million and one different drugs out there - but for example, can you readily get commonly used (here in the States) prescription medications for various ailments - antibiotics, cholesterol medications - think Lipitor, ...

Laurie

Thanks everyone for the additional information. Sorry I wasn't clear about my expectations of getting "brand name" medicines. I was thinking generic...... thanks again. Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
TheBradleys

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 monthly income (however, ...

Laurie

First time on this blog. My husband, myself & our 10 year old daughter are looking at relocating to Belize. We are looking for a simpler life. We currently live in the US. We are looking for pro & cons on where to live, work, safety, buying an ... Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
mperry1946

Why Retirees Leave Family Behind to Relocate in Latin/South America by mperry1946

Here is a topic my wife and I are tolling with as we, as retirees, consider packing-up, selling our properties, etc. and heading south to retire in the warm climes with our two adopted grand daughters. We will be leaving behind our children (who ...

Laurie

My DH and I are not overly concerned about packing up and moving as we have always planned on being a bit Nomadic when we retire permanently. We basically keep in touch with family via a the phone as mine is scattered all over the States. We are ... Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
mperry1946

Relocating to Belize? by mperry1946

Would like to know if any of the expats living in Belize would possibly offer their pro/con advice and information, based on their experience, about the retiring and possibly buying property, for Americans considering repatriating/retiring to ...

Laurie

Oh, and read the blogs you can find here, they are great! L Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
mperry1946

Relocating to Belize? by mperry1946

Would like to know if any of the expats living in Belize would possibly offer their pro/con advice and information, based on their experience, about the retiring and possibly buying property, for Americans considering repatriating/retiring to ...

Laurie

Would like to know if any of the expats living in Belize would possibly offer their pro/con advice and information, based on their experience, about the retiring and possibly buying property, for Americans considering repatriating/retiring to ... Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
Cruisin Camper

prescription drug cost? by Cruisin Camper

Ok, I know that there are a million and one different drugs out there - but for example, can you readily get commonly used (here in the States) prescription medications for various ailments - antibiotics, cholesterol medications - think Lipitor, ...

Laurie

Thanks for the info! Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper created a thread
12 years ago

prescription drug cost?

Ok, I know that there are a million and one different drugs out there - but for example, can you readily get commonly used (here in the States) prescription medications for various ailments - antibiotics, cholesterol medications - think Lipitor, ... Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
Julien

Expat blog gatherings in Belize by Julien

Hi all! What about meeting the other Belize Expat.com members in real life? Organizing an Expat.com meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An Expat.com meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...

Laurie

Once our plans firm up, I will post when we will be in the area. It would be great to hear others perspectives. Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
TheBradleys

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 monthly income (however, ...

Laurie

Just wanted to comment that I believe you must have a round trip ticket if you fly into Belize. With the restrictions the airlines now put on using the return part of the ticket, you may wind up not being able to use it at all. We just bought the ... Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaribeGal

Why so many private messages? by CaribeGal

I get a LOT of private messages from this group, and while I don't mind answering your queries that way, I wonder why more people don't just post to the forum? There are at least several Ambergris Caye/San Pedro expats that read this forum, and all ...

Laurie

I try to post here in the forums because that is exactly what I am looking for. I really do want everyones opinion because I feel I get a better view of things that way. Plus I enjoy reading the posts.... ok, I am a little odd that way!:D Read More

Laurie
Cruisin Camper replied to a thread
12 years ago
Cruisin Camper

Accomodations and getting around while fact finding by Cruisin Camper

So my husband and I will be coming down sometime in the coming year for a few eeks (he says two, I say three!) and want to explore as much as we can. From what I have (so far) I am liking the Corozal area. But here is my question. I have read on ...

Laurie

Laurie, I am in the same boat as you. I wanted to go for a couple of months, my wife is not sure she wants to go at all. We have settled on a month beginning the last week in October and returning the day before Thanksgiving. We will be staying 8 ... Read More