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Thanksgiving Day in Belize
Thursday, November 22nd, 2007
Mr. John Madeira, retired technology executive now living in Belize, tells us about Thanksgiving Day in his new country:
“We made arrangements to eat Thanksgiving Dinner at Caves Branch. They do not celebrate Thanksgiving
Day in Belize. However, Caves Branch has lots of guests from the US at this time of year, so Caves Branch has a […]
Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Belize, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua: A Word of Advice
Friday, November 9th, 2007There are many pieces of advice I could give someone who is thinking about relocating to Central America, but the main one is this: learn the language.
While it is very true that most people in Central America speak English, it is also very true that English is the second language, not the first. […]
Nicaragua: Two Seas, Two Coasts, and an Almost Perfect Climate
Friday, November 2nd, 2007Over a hundred years ago, Mark Twain visited Nicaragua. His impression of the country was much like the impression any American might have.
“What a home one might make among their shady forest, their sunny slopes, their breezy dells, after he had grown weary of the toil, anxiety and unrest of the bustling driving world.”
There […]
Panama Has Something For Every Taste!
Monday, October 29th, 2007Panama is one of the top retirement destinations for Americans, and there’s really no doubt as to why!
Panama is peaceful, beautiful, and economical. English is spoken here, and American money is accepted, too.
Prices in Panama are low, and that includes real estate.
Health care in Panama is superior and inexpensive.
Retirees in Panama can get internet, […]
Belize: Land of a Million Beautiful Things
Thursday, October 25th, 2007What’s the big deal about living in Belize? It’s only beautiful, comfortable, economical, practical, and fun!
If you moved here for the sun, surf, and sand, Belize certainly has those things in abundance. Whether you wanted those things so you can be physically active: swimming, surfing, snorkeling, diving, fishing, etc, or whether […]
Oranges, Lemons, Limes, and Papaya in Your Back Yard? Must Be The Dominican Republic!
Wednesday, October 24th, 2007You know, many retirees claim that dairy products and fruit juices cause an upset stomach. For some people, this is true. But for many other people, that upset stomach is simply a reaction to a mixture of dairy and processed citrus. This mixture just doesn’t ’sit’ well with some people.
If you lived […]
Prices, Beauty, and Healthcare Are Superior In Panama
Tuesday, October 23rd, 2007When you look at a list of the World’s Best Retirement Destinations for Americans, Panama is on that list, rated in the top five. There are many good reasons for that.
One of them is the excellent health care in Panama. Hospitals, both public and private, are equal to and in some cases excel […]
Mazatlan, Mexico: Low-Cost Paradise For Retirees!
Monday, October 22nd, 2007Mazatlan, Mexico, is fast becoming a favorite retirement spot for expat Americans. It’s a large city - around 400,000 - but it has retained that Old World atmosphere in the midst of up-to-date facilities and amenities.
The beaches in Mazatlan are just as beautiful as the beaches in the expensive resort cities, but a […]
In Panama, Costa Rica, Mexico, Belize, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua: Every Retiree Needs A Wireless/Digital Picture Frame! Here’s Why!
Friday, October 19th, 2007Even though much of Central America is undeveloped, one can usually find internet access within the distance of a short walk or drive.
For most American retirees who have relocated to any of the Central American countries - Panama, Costa Rica, Belize, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, or Nicaragua, internet access is an important “must -have;” people […]
Relocating to Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Belize, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, or Nicaragua? Learn the Language!
Wednesday, October 17th, 2007If you are planning, or even just considering, relocation to Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica, Belize, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, or Nicaragua, you will do yourself a big favor by learning at least a little Spanish before you move there.
Even though most of the Central American people speak at least some English, and most speak excellent […]
