TaunyaFaye
American looking for information about Belize
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Lives in Boulder, Colorado
Registration: 16 January 2015
Pensions and tax
Same appears to be true in the US - when you cash out retirement accounts the US Gov wants their money. Read More
would i be able to Skype from an internet cafe in belize to US by scottemmert
Thats a long subject title. Ive read a little about this on other posts but can never come up with a clear answer. I want to be able to call my fam back in the states via skype ,leaching off wifi from an internet cafe of hotel/hostel that has ...
We just bought an unlocked phone and are heading to Belize with it. We are using Skype and Google Voice and it is working great here in the states. In fact I am wishing I had thought of this years ago to avoid all the headache and payments to ... Read More
30 day visa by Touqimonster
Hi Everyone, I plan on visiting Belize for 30 (ish) days and then carrying onto other destinations. But I won't have proof of departure because I plan on taking a bus or catching a ride out of the country. Do I really need to show proof that ...
We are moving to Belize in May - we will purchase refundable departure tickets and then just cancel them after we arrive for a refund. Not an ideal scenario, but we know others who have gone this route successfully. You will be asked about your ... Read More
Fruit-Wine Making in Belize?
Gales Point is somewhat known for their fruit and cashew wines, although we have not tried them yet. But we plan to and there is a lot of positive comments for their wine on various internet blogs. Read More
Driving to Belize from Canada -helpful tips as to which route to take? by Eltuko
Hi All... I am planning to drive to Belize alone from Toronto and spend 2-3 months to enjoy the weather, swim, get into shape and relax. Thinking to stay in Placencia or Corozal. If any of you canucks could provide with me helpful tips as to ...
Last Update at the State Department is December 2014: http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/alertswarnings/mexico-travel-warning.html We were planning to drive in May 2015, but were able to get the cost of shipping down to exactly ... Read More
Hopkins by mztoner
I am searching for as much information as I can get on Hopkins. Rentals? Are utilities expensive all over the country. I see a lot of people talking about Placencia, Corozal, Ambergris Caye , etc. But not much on Hopkins. Is it safe? Are there ...
I am finding it interesting that the beaches in Hopkins and along the Peninsula are covered in seaweed, however the property we just purchased is not. And it is not being maintained by anyone yet. It is curious as we have been up and down the ... Read More
moving to Belize and curious by mimiapa
Hello member. I would like to move to Belize,and would like to know the best and less expensive place to live and job opportunities for foreigners. And I was wondering if it requires s visa for a Tanzanian.I read on the internet that it ...
Habari yako?! I would not leave Tanzania for Belize - Tanzania ni nzuri sana!!! Read More
Bringing Food Items into Belize - Does anyone have advice by TaunyaFaye
Hello all! Does anyone have any advice on bringing things like spices, oils, vinegar into the country. My husband and I are moving to Gales Point in May and I would like to bring this stuff rather than through it out. Especially my spice ...
Thanks for the response. I did some other research as well and I think as long as I don't get carried away I should fine to bring at least my spice collection in. We are busily buying lots of plastic, watertight totes and I guess we will be ... Read More
road building by karenjoe
I am going to need to put in a 2,000 ft road to my property off of Hummingbird. I am not planning on paving it, but I need a good road bed. I have been quoted a price of $9/ft (US) for a real road bed. Does anyone have any experience with this, ...
There are a lot of other contractors available in Belize that are not on the list here. I recommend Erix Tobar with Tobar builders. It does not have the snazzy marketing and money to spend on that. He invests in his equipment and crew. But he is ... Read More
Where to buy a horse
Call Banana Bank Lodge near Belmopan. John and Caroline Carr have a lot of horses and can likely sell you one or know others that can. They have been in Belize for a long time and have always had horses. http://www.bananabank.com/ 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 ...
Thanks for the update. Apparently, there was budget but perhaps it was spent elsewhere. I heard a rumor that the world bank was helping to finance the coastal road paving. Not sure how accurate that rumor is. Regardless, it will be nice once it ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here - 1st quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
This reminds me of my summer 2014 - traveled to Belize, Mexico, Roatan (Honduros), Costa Rica and Panama looking for a place to settle. Just purchased a property in Belize. Had an amazing summer!!! Read More
Looking for expats in Belize to profile for IL magazine by JRClites
Hi all, I'm a correspondent for International Living magazine looking for some retired expats to profile. I鈥檓 just looking for basic info: what you did previously, how you spend your time now, a description of where you live now and what ...
So wonderful to hear all of the happy Belize stories! Very inspiring. My husband and I moving to Gales Point in May and all of these happy stories are just reinforcing our decision. Lots of moments of Yeahness! Read More
Up coming visit by trpr322
My wife and I will be visiting Belize, March 16- 23 ,2015. We are staying at the Great House and hoping to meet some expats and explore the country a little on this visit. We would like to correspond with you. We plan on renting a vehicle and ...
Just a note on Budget - They are less expensive but we have had major hassles every time with Budget. You get what you pay for we have learned. Read More
Bringing Food Items into Belize - Does anyone have advice by TaunyaFaye
Hello all! Does anyone have any advice on bringing things like spices, oils, vinegar into the country. My husband and I are moving to Gales Point in May and I would like to bring this stuff rather than through it out. Especially my spice ...
Thanks for the responses - we have a plan in place now with our custom's agent. Read More
Shipping companies by GrammyG
Hello everyone. I am a recently retired single lady who will be in Placencia from March 24 to June 24 to hopefully find a home or small hotel to purchase. I plan to use the QRP and ship household items at a later date. Can someone recommend a good ...
I assume this is the link to Michelle Lyons in Belize: facebook.com/michelle.lyons.belize?fref=ts There are several Michelle Lyons on Facebook. We are using Hyde Shipping as they were affordable, have provided good service and are working with ... Read More
Up coming visit by trpr322
My wife and I will be visiting Belize, March 16- 23 ,2015. We are staying at the Great House and hoping to meet some expats and explore the country a little on this visit. We would like to correspond with you. We plan on renting a vehicle and ...
Taking pictures of rental cars is excellent practice - we too have been saved by doing this. However we were treated very very well by Crystal both times that we rented from them. Sad to hear that they tried to pull this. Read More
Bringing Food Items into Belize - Does anyone have advice
Hello all! Does anyone have any advice on bringing things like spices, oils, vinegar into the country. My husband and I are moving to Gales Point in May and I would like to bring this stuff rather than through it out. Especially my spice ... Read More
up coming visit.
How long will you be in Belize? My husband and I are moving in late May/early June to the Gales Point area. If you are still in country then look us up. Read More
Vehicle by Imdone
Is it better to buy a vehicle in belize or should I bring with me when we move there? If I do bring one, which one? Newer model or older beater? Jeep Cherokee? Vw toureg? Or other recommendations? Thanks Ed
My husband and I are looking to buy a vehicle when we arrive in Belize in May/June of this year. If anyone knows of a good, used, solid vehicle (4WD) that can withstand the Coastal "highway" please let me know at taunya[at]ktlodging.com. ... Read More
Is anyone driving through Mexico from the U.S. to Belize in March? by GuestPoster09420
It would undoubtedly be safer to drive through Mexico in a group or caravan of at least two cars. Is anyone planning a trip by car from the U.S. to Belize in March? My partner and I are weighing the pros and cons of the trip by plane or by car with ...
Unfortunately we cannot travel in April - My husbands last day at work is April 30th. We are super flexible on departure points, but would like to take a route that is safest to avoid having all of the things we are bringing stolen. If there are ... Read More
Caravan wanted by Ruetta
We are looking to join or put together a caravan driving fromTexas to Belize. Our departure dates are around November 26th 2014 or we could do sometime in early January 2015. We are new to this so we are hoping for someone with some experience ...
I am also interested in how Kathy's trip went. We want to drive down in May with a Jeep Unlimited pulling a 121 enclosed trailer. We are on the fence about whether to do this and would love to have any information and would gladly join a ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
I have a potential option for you near Gales Point - you could be right on the beach. send me a private email at taunya@ktlodging.com if you are interested. We just bought a property there and the area has just lost its base mission camp. Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
I was just in Corozal on our way from Mahahual to Gales Point. Gales Point is not close to Placencia. It is in the Southern Lagoon - you can google it to get a good map. Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Gales Point is a village in Belize District in the nation of Belize, Central America. The village is on a peninsula in the Southern Lagoon http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?name=Gales+Point&where1=17.183,-88.333&lvl=10&FORM=INFOCM Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
We are have sold most everything, but since we are doing the majority of the building, we are bringing tools and I am an artist so will bring my easel and art supplies. We have a trailer that will house everything and we will either drive it ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
WOW! Arvada. We just moved from Boulder to Westminster. Sold our house in Boulder and are living in a tiny apartment just off Wadsworth (I can see it now) until we move. We are moving in May. We are on the fence about whether to drive or ship ... Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello there! I am hoping that you are the folks that our realtor, Mark, has told us about. We are moving to the Gales Point area in the May/June timeframe. Would be great to connect with you. Read More
New members of the Belize forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Belize forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello! Moving to Gales Point in May 2015. Read More