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Recommendations for areas to live for retirees

Last activity 21 October 2024 by Hood63

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kelley21063

Hi All,

My wife and I are selling out and moving to Belize. I've read that there is a large expat community down there. I'd like to ask for some recommendations for areas to live. Both of us are retired and are looking for a laid back community. We love to hear from you with your recommendations... Thanks!

mrfathersir

@kelley21063

Hi,

It really is about what you like, what you can afford, what geography you prefer, along with your needs and limitations.

Belize is not a large and you can get to any of the districts as part of a day trip with relative ease depending on your transportation(air, land, water).

I'd suggest visiting first if you can.

There are expats all over, but you can find lots of them near the beaches(coastal and cayes/islands), on the mainland in the northern area of the country closer to Mexico, in the center near the capital(Belmopan), in the west, and in the south, as well as near the mountains.

Belize is a diverse country. A small melting pot of sorts.

Some areas offer more infrastructure than others(utility access, paved roads, public transportation, larger medical facilities, shopping, etc). While some offer more self sustainable off grid living.

From what I've heard/read you need to be in the country and experience it for an extended period of time. You can find groups on social media for different areas specific to expats.


I know that was a long non-answer, but the answer really depends on you.

Hood63

It depends on the lifestyle you are looking for.

We have a place on the hummingbird highway in stann creek district. Low crime. Centrally located for exploration. We rent one of our houses out. Most people that rent from us are moving to belize or researching where they might want to settle. For more information feel free to contact me at mikronmachineltd@gmail.com we would like to help anyway we can. For pictures and availability just email me.

Mike

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