Pica1
American looking for information about Chile
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living permanent in new zealand
We have been looking and traveling for some time with the goal of retirement. May I suggest an excellent website for possible New Zealand Expats: www.enz.org has a wealth of information -- not only good blogs, but also extremely helpful people on ... Read More
What's life like in christchurch after the quake? by neave
Hi We are currently living in Mauritius for the past year and we are thinking to move to NZ pretty soon - it's my husband home. Actually he is from Dunedin. He is having a job interview and i think they want him to base in christchurch. We are not ...
Some answers to comments above Since I was born and raised in San Francisco and schooled in Los Angeles, the idea of earthquakes isn't very scarey. We have done some traveling and are looking for a place to retire. My husband is doing really well ... Read More
Are there any expats happily (or not!) living in
Greetings all in Chile. I've been using expat-blog for a few years, trying to nail down a place to retire. The Belize and Ecuador blogs were fabulous resources. We visited, but decided they weren't for us. We are now trying to gather info. on ... Read More
ex pat families living outside santiago by ConnieBColon
If you are a expat family living outside santiago can you please share were you live, what has been your experience relocating to chile like. If you have children how have then adapted. what has the application process been like for school ...
Greetings all in Chile. I've been using expat-blog for a few years, trying to nail down a place to retire. The Belize and Ecuador blogs were fabulous resources. We visited, but decided they weren't for us. We are now trying to gather info. on ... Read More
Ecuador & the US Dollar by PortMacGuy
Just wondering... What is life going to be like in Ecuador, in the event the US dollar crashes... Can anyone give me any kind of projection here... I was reading somewhere on the net, that it was not advisable to live in Dollarized country's ...
Hi all, Thanks for all your participation. Just letting you know that since the only place I am even considering in Ecuador is in or around Cuenca, I will be doing as Aurelie suggests and continuing on the Cuenca Forum. This will allow this string ... Read More
Ecuador & the US Dollar by PortMacGuy
Just wondering... What is life going to be like in Ecuador, in the event the US dollar crashes... Can anyone give me any kind of projection here... I was reading somewhere on the net, that it was not advisable to live in Dollarized country's ...
Thanks fdmcg. I suspect as much. The blogosphere is so full of everybody's angry comments, often from people who haven't even been to the place they're criticising. That's why 大咖福利影院s like this are so important. That, and, of course, visiting ... Read More
Ecuador & the US Dollar by PortMacGuy
Just wondering... What is life going to be like in Ecuador, in the event the US dollar crashes... Can anyone give me any kind of projection here... I was reading somewhere on the net, that it was not advisable to live in Dollarized country's ...
Thanks. Not much interested in dependancy, which is really a political term and can be in the eye of the beholder. (i.e. is gov't dependancy good roads, public education, welfare or???). But am interested in things like any specific gov't policies ... Read More
Ecuador & the US Dollar by PortMacGuy
Just wondering... What is life going to be like in Ecuador, in the event the US dollar crashes... Can anyone give me any kind of projection here... I was reading somewhere on the net, that it was not advisable to live in Dollarized country's ...
Hi all - I'd like to revisit and expand this question. My husband refuses to consider Ecuador on our list because he doesnt like their government. My question to you (please, only those folks who have or are living there) is: As an expat, have you ... Read More
checking out Orchid Bay by mwwin15
We are planning to do the Chill Weekend at Orchid Bay during the first week of July. Does anyone have any ideas on how much they use hightech, high pressure sales technics? I am also taking a couple more days to visit Corozal. Thanks! And ...
Greetings Teed62...and hello Sharon! Hubby and I visited Belize twice and for now won't be moving there (outside issues). But, boy is it gorgeous and the folks are terrific. We did not get to Orchid Bay when we were staying in Corozal, though. ... Read More
Hello from Vienna
Greeting to you all. I'm actually a fairly "old" member, having been researching and travelling for a while. I wanted to share with all those researching international living a VERY cool website which lists in real, day-to-day, terms, the costs of ... Read More
Up-to-date infos for US retirees in Ottawa
We've been looking towards S. America to retire. But I'm also becoming interested in Ottawa. Where can I find the most up-todate info. for retirees from the U.S? I am active and healthy and might consider working again if it makes me more ... Read More
Melbourne Suburbs
Hi all, We're an active retired American couple looking to retire outside of the US. After researching/visiting many lovely S. American countries, we are opening up to Australia, probably Melbourne. Melbourne looks terrific, but we've done the ... Read More
trying to understand it by susan marie
Can someone who knows set me straight? In order to permanently move from the US to Ecuador: My understanding is that no visas is required and is good for 90 days. Then in Ecuador i get an extension through an attorney? Please let me know if im ...
So generous of you Mike to clarify. We've been exploring several countries for retirement and are interested in Ecuador next. We came closest to moving to Belize, but after several trips, decided against it for now. I just wanted to say that our ... Read More
WE NEED ADVICE ABOUT COROZOL by THE SABOLS
My husband and I are planning to retire in Belize within the next two years. Before that,we are going to be cruising the islands for about a year on a 38" Erickson sailboat. We need any help we can get from anyone that can advise us about choosing ...
Thanks much. We are passing on Belize and re-assessing what exactly we do want! Seems simple, but it's not always apparent until you see it first-hand. We initially chose Belize because of the language ease, type of government and prices. But, ... Read More
How about Loja?
We are coming mostly to Cuenca and the surrounding area. We have read of the art and music in Loja, where we understand there is a music school of some repute. Has anybody been to Loja, and, if so, what did you think and where did you ... Read More
Is Cuenca a dog -friendly city? by kenandsusanoliveira
We are considering moving to Cuenca with our great dane and bring her with us all the time.Are businesses and people friendly towards dogs-- restaurants, outdoor cafes or markets etc. Any observations or advice are welcome.
I found a great website which lists Cuenca house rentals and whether they are "pet friendly." It's true that most of them are unfurnished, but there look to be about a third that are furnished and pet friendly. These do seem to ask for a minimum ... Read More
Meet other Expats in Cuenca in November by WendySueB
Hello! My husband, Tom, and I are interested in assessing if retiring early in Cuenca would work for us. We are in our 50s and have varied interests - mostly outdoors & active. Although the arts is a a love of mine, and technology is my husband's ...
A slight complaint to all. I'm noticing that it's becoming hard to follow all of the enthusiastic comments, because they're not always attached to the correct subject. It's like those mile long email strings that all have the same subject line, ... Read More
Hotels in Cuenca?
Thanks much Eddstaton. I'm assuming you've stayed there. Looking for only personal experiences to narrow down these choices. I love you bloggers!! Toni Read More
Hotels in Cuenca?
Greetings all. We're coming into Cuenca on Jan. 11th to stay for five days. We've looking for a nice hotel or short term vacation rental and are getting mixed messages, particularly via "Trip Advisor." Thought we'd found a nice and cheap place -- ... Read More
Is Cuenca a dog -friendly city? by kenandsusanoliveira
We are considering moving to Cuenca with our great dane and bring her with us all the time.Are businesses and people friendly towards dogs-- restaurants, outdoor cafes or markets etc. Any observations or advice are welcome.
This is good news. We are coming down for the first time on Jan. 11th and want to spend most of the next two weeks in the Cuenca area, which seems to best suit us. Because I'm an energetic retiree and dog lover, I may decide to set up a dog ... Read More
Is Cuenca a dog -friendly city? by kenandsusanoliveira
We are considering moving to Cuenca with our great dane and bring her with us all the time.Are businesses and people friendly towards dogs-- restaurants, outdoor cafes or markets etc. Any observations or advice are welcome.
Dear Miss Denver, Thanks so much for your honest reply...which certainly will not deter us from coming. I know there are westerners in Belize who have made really positive changes with shelters and education and know of a number of vets who offer ... Read More
Mosquitoes and other "biters"
Hi all. We just returned from our second research trip to Belize (thank you all the expat-bloggers who helped) and decided it wasn't for us. One downside near the Caribbean Coast was the mosquitoes. Didn't affect my husband, but they LOVED me. ... Read More
Is Cuenca a dog -friendly city? by kenandsusanoliveira
We are considering moving to Cuenca with our great dane and bring her with us all the time.Are businesses and people friendly towards dogs-- restaurants, outdoor cafes or markets etc. Any observations or advice are welcome.
Thanks to you all for the variety of answers here. Our plan is to rent somewhere near Cuenca with a goal to buy when we find the perfect place for our dog and cat. We had great luck on this same blog while we were considering a move to Belize. We ... Read More
Meet other Expats in Cuenca in November by WendySueB
Hello! My husband, Tom, and I are interested in assessing if retiring early in Cuenca would work for us. We are in our 50s and have varied interests - mostly outdoors & active. Although the arts is a a love of mine, and technology is my husband's ...
Greetings all - We just got through taking two trips to Belize and deciding that, while so beautiful, it's not the place for us to retire. Next on our list is Ecuador and we're very excited about Cuenca. I've already really learned a lot about ... Read More
WE NEED ADVICE ABOUT COROZOL by THE SABOLS
My husband and I are planning to retire in Belize within the next two years. Before that,we are going to be cruising the islands for about a year on a 38" Erickson sailboat. We need any help we can get from anyone that can advise us about choosing ...
Wow! Good luck to you. We'll be coming down for a second visit in November, but I'm sure you'll be up to your armpits in work! If we don't catch you then, we will keep in touch. Exciting, yes? Toni and John Sandler Read More
WE NEED ADVICE ABOUT COROZOL by THE SABOLS
My husband and I are planning to retire in Belize within the next two years. Before that,we are going to be cruising the islands for about a year on a 38" Erickson sailboat. We need any help we can get from anyone that can advise us about choosing ...
Greetings all - we are still torn between Corozal and the Cayo District, but intend to make a decision when we go there on Nov. 13th through the 25th.We currently are investigating names of goood attorneys. Should we have any, we will happily pass ... Read More
Questions for Expats by SusieBow
Hi, Hubby and I are in the planning stage of retiring to Belize and checking out the different districts. Would love to hear from Expats on why they chose the location they are living in and why. The goods, the bads and the benifits of why you ...
Good points about Ambergris Caye, Emily. My husband and I aren't rich by U.S. standards, but we are really afraid about the future of the money we do have. So, our plans are (sorry if I offend anybody here)"First Assets, then Asses" meaning that ... Read More
WE NEED ADVICE ABOUT COROZOL by THE SABOLS
My husband and I are planning to retire in Belize within the next two years. Before that,we are going to be cruising the islands for about a year on a 38" Erickson sailboat. We need any help we can get from anyone that can advise us about choosing ...
Hi there. Both December and January are great times to do what you're planning. These are among the dryest months and passed the hurrican season. I envy you! My husband and I are planning to move to Belize, probably early next year. We have made ... Read More
Living in Turks and Caicos by Gio
Good day all! i would like to get some info on life in the t/c islands. If anyone has lived there or is living there now, please tell me how life is over there. I.e. Is it expensive, how are the people ( I herad the were great) what kind of place ...
I would also like to hear from some new people on T/C. So far, my husband and I are set on Belize, but we are meeting with an assets protection associate who wants us to consider T/C. Anybody out there up to replying? Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Belize by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Belize. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Belize. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Which kinds of accommodation are available ...
Hi Soresa, Not sure if you're coming to the Corozal District, but if you do, I have the perfect little place. Copa Banana is a little bright yellow bed and breakfast type place just off the water in Corozal Town. The place itself is terrific, but ... Read More
Questions for Expats by SusieBow
Hi, Hubby and I are in the planning stage of retiring to Belize and checking out the different districts. Would love to hear from Expats on why they chose the location they are living in and why. The goods, the bads and the benifits of why you ...
Wow...great input and good news about the dreaded HIRE Act. Probably proves it's best not to assume ANYTHING gov't-wise is set in stone nowadays. Thanks so much Surendrak. Toni Read More
Cayo's Spanish Lookout
Wow! Good to hear from you too Sharon. John and I are coming down again in a few months, hopefully to settle. Thanks for the info. More later. Toni Read More
Questions for Expats by SusieBow
Hi, Hubby and I are in the planning stage of retiring to Belize and checking out the different districts. Would love to hear from Expats on why they chose the location they are living in and why. The goods, the bads and the benifits of why you ...
Thanks Bob, John and I are planning another trip some time in November to nail down a place. So far, our plan is to rent a house, preferably in the area in which we want to buy. Then, we can take our time getting just what we want, either buying ... Read More
Advice on buying land by SusieBow
My husband and I are interested in a piece of property located in the Corozal district that is for sale. We have sent numerous inquiries concerning this property with little or no response. So exactly how do we get the Real Estate Company (Remax) ...
Thanks much Jaanyr! and good luck to you both. I'd like to keep in touch to see how you're doing. We're making another trip down there in November, hopefully to buy...perhaps we can get together. Toni Read More
Cayo's Spanish Lookout
Well, we're not getting many bites, but we're still considering this area. We made one trip two months ago and will be headed back in another two weeks. We are seriously considering buying in Carmelita Gardens...like the idea, love the area. We ... Read More
Advice on buying land by SusieBow
My husband and I are interested in a piece of property located in the Corozal district that is for sale. We have sent numerous inquiries concerning this property with little or no response. So exactly how do we get the Real Estate Company (Remax) ...
Terrific. Please keep in touch. If we settle in Corozal, we can be your customers! Read More
Advice on buying land by SusieBow
My husband and I are interested in a piece of property located in the Corozal district that is for sale. We have sent numerous inquiries concerning this property with little or no response. So exactly how do we get the Real Estate Company (Remax) ...
Isn't that the way?? If you have any other real estate questions, do not hesitate to write me. John and I did have a ball in both Cayo and Corozal, as well as a very nice "quickie" in Placentia. Can't remember if you said it, but I remember the ... Read More
Advice on buying land by SusieBow
My husband and I are interested in a piece of property located in the Corozal district that is for sale. We have sent numerous inquiries concerning this property with little or no response. So exactly how do we get the Real Estate Company (Remax) ...
Wow, hard to believe they haven't responded. When we visited, we met with John Acott and looked at Remax properties in Cayo. John's based in Cayo, but I understand that he may also cover Corozal. His email is John@belizepropertycenter.com. He was ... Read More
Cayo's Spanish Lookout
We loved our visit to both the Corozal and Cayo areas, and are going a little crazy deciding which is better for us. An important item is shopping for day-to-day living items and food. Cayo's San Ignacio Town is really not my style so far...too ... Read More
We are coming to Corozol later this month by scottandsusie
we would like to meet others that have moved to Belize from the USA while we are there. Would you be willing to share a meal with us and possibly show us around a little? We would like to hear from you. Thanks Scott and Susie
Polarbearva, I really liked Corozal, but I do understand your comments. Again, I do think it comes down to your lifestyle. I don't think Corozal will ever be the tourist magnet that Ambergris or Placentia are, because of the lack of those things ... Read More
We are coming to Corozol later this month by scottandsusie
we would like to meet others that have moved to Belize from the USA while we are there. Would you be willing to share a meal with us and possibly show us around a little? We would like to hear from you. Thanks Scott and Susie
I think calling Corozal a pitstop is very short-sighted; It's just not filled with things to do, as a few other areas are. But, if you want Disneyland or more touristy areas, you go to Ambergris or maybe Placentia. Not everybody envisions ... Read More
checking out Orchid Bay by mwwin15
We are planning to do the Chill Weekend at Orchid Bay during the first week of July. Does anyone have any ideas on how much they use hightech, high pressure sales technics? I am also taking a couple more days to visit Corozal. Thanks! And ...
Great feedback about plans of Orchid Bay. Thanks. By the way, I wasn't "down" on Orchid Bay. I think picking a new property is also about how much of a pioneer you are. That's why so many new communities give you a discount if you sign up ... Read More
Questions for Expats by SusieBow
Hi, Hubby and I are in the planning stage of retiring to Belize and checking out the different districts. Would love to hear from Expats on why they chose the location they are living in and why. The goods, the bads and the benifits of why you ...
Susie, My husband John and I are a tad ahead of where you sound you are, but I'm happy to share what we've learned. We just got back to Reno, after a two-week trip. Our plan was to figure out which part of Belize we wanted to be in: Corozal on ... Read More
checking out Orchid Bay by mwwin15
We are planning to do the Chill Weekend at Orchid Bay during the first week of July. Does anyone have any ideas on how much they use hightech, high pressure sales technics? I am also taking a couple more days to visit Corozal. Thanks! And ...
A Headsup for the Orchid Bay seekers. We had a lovely time in Corozal last week (7/8 to 7/14), but because of the recent rains, encountered two-foot deep ruts in the roads and couldn't even make it to Orchid Bay. A real disappointment for us. I ... Read More
We are coming to Corozol later this month by scottandsusie
we would like to meet others that have moved to Belize from the USA while we are there. Would you be willing to share a meal with us and possibly show us around a little? We would like to hear from you. Thanks Scott and Susie
Hi Scott and Susie. We are coiming to Corozal, as well as Cayo next week (7/8-7/19. How did you find Corozal? We've had some excellent guidance by Wealthships, as well as many, many blogs and communications with realtors, with whom we'll meet ... Read More
Carmelita Gardens by Pica1
We've been researching Carmelita Gardens, a sustainable community in Cayo. Has anybody done anything more than read up on it? Taken a tour, spoken to anybody there? We're very intrigued, but I got a little nervous after reading the blogs about ...
Thanks so much Lan. I've really enjoyed this blog and getting some information from those with first-hand knowledge. Iam also in touch with someone who has bought land there and is having a house built. Thanks for the tip on bug spray. I'm not a ... Read More
Carmelita Gardens
We've been researching Carmelita Gardens, a sustainable community in Cayo. Has anybody done anything more than read up on it? Taken a tour, spoken to anybody there? We're very intrigued, but I got a little nervous after reading the blogs about ... Read More
Need for Solar?
I'm not sure if they are in need, but there are a number of new communities being built which boast sustainability as one of their most important goals. Carmelita Gardens in Cayo District is one that says most buildings will be off the electrical ... Read More
Orchid Bay development/community in Belize by PrincessLily
Hi there! I'm new to this forum and website. I was wondering if anyone out here has any first hand experience or information about the Orchid Bay development in Belize. I have been on their website and am aware of the tours they conduct each month ...
Hi Lily. We are looking into Corozal's Orchid Bay as well. We live in Reno NV now, but plan to attend an expats conference in Belize City in November. We received the materials from the conference last year and found them very helpful. The rep. ... Read More
Qualified Retirement Program by razorblade
My wife and would like to soon apply for the QRP. We are now in Washington, DC area. From what I have found out so far is the process can not be completed through the Embassy. Can anyone who has successfully completed the process share their ...
Thanks much. I'm sure I'll have more questions. I'm just thanking my stars for this blog! Read More
Qualified Retirement Program by razorblade
My wife and would like to soon apply for the QRP. We are now in Washington, DC area. From what I have found out so far is the process can not be completed through the Embassy. Can anyone who has successfully completed the process share their ...
Thnks to everyone for this discussion. My husband and I are planning to retire to probably the Corozal area. We're coming to Belize City in November for an ex-pats conference in November and hopefully will make up our minds with this visit. We'd ... Read More
Hello Everyone!
Greetings all - my husband and I are coming to Belize City for an expats conference in November and then returning in December for a short time as part of our annual cruise. We've been focusing on buying in Corozal and wonder if any of you are ... Read More