Spiceman39
American expat in Belize
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Lives in Golden Stream
Registration: 19 July 2013
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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 ...
As the temperature go up more Dr flies move in, some times like swarms of them. We were at Belmopan yesterday ate at P Pizza,to my surprise no Dr fly there, Visited sleeping Giant on the way back, again no Dr fly. Back to home base and Dr fly come ... Read More
Mosquitos, sand flies, doctor flies... oh my by KeriMeHome314
If it bites, it’s gonna get me and I know that slathering myself in deet several times a day can’t be good for me. My amazing community has pointed out several plants growing around my home that I can use to relieve the itching or ...
The cylindrical shaped sticker came from FTC in spanish look out Mathew Read More
Mosquitos, sand flies, doctor flies... oh my by KeriMeHome314
If it bites, it’s gonna get me and I know that slathering myself in deet several times a day can’t be good for me. My amazing community has pointed out several plants growing around my home that I can use to relieve the itching or ...
Good tip on Insect repellant. I will definitely try it. I have used the cylindrical shaped hanging sticker. It is mostly yellow and little green on it. Worked great for Dr fly Read More
Cooking like a local in Belize by Priscilla
Hello, Enjoying the local food of your expat country is great, but learning to cook the dishes yourself is even better. Please share what it's like cooking like a local in Belize. What are some of the most popular local dishes that are easy to ...
Hi We make Belizean dishes like Salbutes, Fish Panades , Belizean stew chicken and pork tacos in our Spice Farm Restaurant in Golden Stream Village -Toledo District. I will be happy to share Recipe info with any interested person. Wonder if Expats ... Read More
American-Canadian Couple Reportedly Found Strangled by laracuc
Does anyone know what happened? http://people.com/crime/missing-american-canadian-couple-dead-in-belize/
Well said bznorte. But we do not know what happened. Read More
Recent news,bad PR by karenjoe
"An American man and his Canadian girlfriend who went missing in Belize were found dead this afternoon, local police confirmed to ABC News". "Drew DeVoursney, 36, and his girlfriend Francesca Matus, 52, were reported missing by their ...
What happened is terrible ,I got phone calls from Friends and family. The whole world know what happened. It is a terrible crime. We always look to the Government for solution. May be more awareness among tourists about the risks of traveling in ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Belize by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Belize? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
There is so much I can share. There are days I considered myself lucky having being able to live in Belize. Then there are days just the opposite. Having a large property and having a large labor force is not really a plus. I love farming ,so I ... Read More
Buying Property by Chip1234
All I am in the very beginning stages of considering investment property in the south of Belize and have some questions for the locals. I understand the property laws would be similar to what i am used to in the USA, is that accurate? Are lands ...
Assuming you find the right property with clear title, you still need to have a plan what to do with the property and if any income can be generated from your planned investment Read More
Best place to exchange Belize dollars to USD Dollars by expatsurvivor
Hello All!. I have been living and travelling around from Costa Rica as a center-point. I have been to Belize a couple times and want to spend more time there. I hear rumors that USD dollars are hard to come by these days, so try not to accumulate ...
You may want to e mail me for details *** Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
I agree with sloputput. I wish Politics stay out of spots,entertainment industry and those of us spending time in "paradise" i even keep the subject out when I am with my own children. Read More
Just Plain Tired by Tx Hurricane
My wife and I are looking to relocate to Belize the Jan. of 2018. We will be traveling to Belize for a 30 day exploratory trip in Feb of 2017. We will be looking at the seaside locations as well as inland locations. We are in our late 60's and ...
Many people hear what they want to hear and see what they want to see . Keeping an open mind and scientifically analyzing the facts is a rarity any more. It takes intelligence ,tolerance and willingness to accept the fact that one could be wrong ... Read More
Mahindra Pik-Up by bwd61
Anyone heard anything good or bad about the Mahindra Pik-Up's. I've been to the dealer in Belmopan and they seem to be a good choice for the Cayo area. I really like that the diesel motor is non computerized, plus it has a lot of other ...
I have heard both good and bad. Bad first, One person told me the one she bought is the last Mahendra she will ever buy. reason she said was the body prematurely get rusty. i never heard anybody else say that. One positive comment i heard was, it ... Read More
Cost Of Living For Small Family by gtatix
Hi - Where to begin!? I'm 48 and currently on disability living near Toronto, Canada. My income is payable anywhere in the world - $2200/month [CDN] My wife is my age and my children are 12 and 13 Considering moving to Belize - Corozal area - ...
Thanks Karen Joe Read More
Anyone in the Toledo district? by Jackiesees1
Hi! My husband and I are coming for our first exploratory trip to Belize in February 2016. We eventually want to buy some land and want to look in the Toledo district. If any of you live there or have lived there, we would love to talk with you ...
If you have a clear title, in general it is a private property and can be bought. Spending time and doing research will be prudent. Real Estate agents (reputable ones) are helpful. Maya lands rights are settled by courts and process is in place ... Read More
Anyone in the Toledo district? by Jackiesees1
Hi! My husband and I are coming for our first exploratory trip to Belize in February 2016. We eventually want to buy some land and want to look in the Toledo district. If any of you live there or have lived there, we would love to talk with you ...
Looks like you have done your home work about Toledo. Jungle life is rough. Just a note of caution. Maya land right is another issue. One need to be very cautious. Thomas Mathew Read More