Expats, retirees, and visitors considering making a permanent move to Belize soon learn that the best place to choose is a gated community. Although Belize is generally a safe and peaceful country, gated communities provide an extra layer of peace of mind knowing that you and your property are always being kept safe around the [...]
Belize has become one of the biggest vacation destinations in Central America, but there's value in this country that goes well beyond serving as a weeklong vacation spot for adventurous travelers. Whether you're looking for a hot new investment opportunity or a place to retire, Belize has a lot to offer. What's especially great about [...]
Once upon a time, the migration route between North America and Costa Rica looked like a buffalo stampede. Retirees and people weary of stress-filled lifestyles snapped up property like kids in candy stores. But in a relatively short amount of time, the cost of living and property purchase costs skyrocketed in that nation, turning this [...]
If you've ever thought about what it would be like to retire in Belize, the Financial Times newspaper recently published an article on the subject. According to the FT, Belize real estate is experiencing a tremendous boom thanks to sustained increases in the tourism sector. Once considered an exotic outpost for divers, survivalists, and drifters, Belize is rapidly [...]
There are countless reasons to visit Belize. From its hospitable native population to its abundance of gorgeous scenery, Belize is a true tropical wonderland. But too many Americans and Canadians think of Belize as simply a place to vacation rather than an opportunity to build a future. If you're looking for a great place to [...]
If you are planning on retiring in the not-too-distant future, you may be thinking about where you should spend your golden years. For lots of Americans, Belize has proven to be the perfect country to retire to. This is due, in no small part, to the nation's abundance of sunshine and natural beauty. Whether you [...]
Experience delicious Belizean cuisine and drinks at Blackbeard's Beach Bar and Restaurant. Blackbeard's sits right on the waterfront overlooking the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Watch the waves and the sun as you dine on fresh ceviche, rice and beans with stew chicken, an overstuffed sandwich, or succulent grilled steak. Don't forget to cap off your meal with an ice-cold Belikin, the beer brewed in Belize [...]
What is life like in Belize? Well, it's a lot different than life in the United States, but in a good way. For one thing, there are no traffic jams or headaches dealing with crowded streets. Gasoline is expensive, so most people prefer to get around by bicycle, bus, or golf cart. In fact, there's not a single stoplight in [...]
Developer Mark Leonard never grows tired of being asked his opinion on why the Belize real estate market picking up steam. As the developer of Belize's Cerros Sands community, where luxury seafront condominiums are available at awesome prices, his standard reply is to trot out this list of reasons, all of which are committed to memory: -It takes [...]
Fried chicken is a staple ingredient in Belizean cuisine Whether it’s your first time traveling to Belize or you’re a seasoned holidaymaker in this beautiful country, you’ll soon discover that food here is a delight for all the senses. Belizean cuisine features a real medley of flavors, with traditional dishes incorporating Mayan, Spanish, [...]