Belize is a young, English-speaking country situated on the upper east shoreline of Central America. It is known for its crystal-clear sapphire waters, world class diving, snorkeling, and ancient ruins, and rich biodiversity.
Whatever your adventure flavor, you’ll find it in Belize! Here are just a few of the countless recreational activities you might take part in. All this and more awaits in your tropical paradise.
The country has a long history of welcoming people with a genuine hospitality, friendliness and warmth. As the market continues to grow, the country offers a number of incentives to expats, including one of the world’s best retirement programs, minimal property taxes and a stable government.
Belize is renowned as one of the friendliest countries in Central America for real estate, and one of the few in the world where foreigners enjoy the same rights as nationals in land ownership and tenure. Because English is the country’s official language, property prices are generally quoted in U.S. dollars, and contracts, titles, and other documents will be in English.
Belize is appealing for its beautiful beaches, warm climate, affordable cost of living and generous financial & tax benefits.
Ancient Maya temples, tropical rainforests, world renowned snorkel and dive sites.
Belize is renowned as one of the friendliest countries in Central America for real estate, and one of the few in the world where foreigners enjoy the same rights as nationals in land ownership and tenure. Because English is the country’s official language, property prices are generally quoted in U.S. dollars, and contracts, titles, and other documents will be in English.
English is the primary language used throughout the country for both official and social purposes.
Belize sits comfortably facing the pristine Caribbean waters to the east, and bordering Mexico and Guatemala to the north and south.
The banks of Belize are required by law to have a set liquidity ratio at a minimum of 24%.
Belize is a young, English-speaking country situated on the upper east shoreline of Central America. It is known for its crystal-clear sapphire waters, world class diving, snorkeling, and ancient ruins, and rich biodiversity.
The country has a long history of welcoming people with a genuine hospitality, friendliness and warmth. As the market continues to grow, the country offers a number of incentives to expats, including one of the world’s best retirement programs, minimal property taxes and a stable government.
Belize offers stable banking with highest reserve requirement at 24%. The Belize Dollar is direcltly pegged to U.S. Dollar (2 BZD = 1 USD). Belize uses the British Common Law legal system and is ranked as #6 on the ‘Ease of Doing Business Index’ in Latin America. This is thanks to the country’s growing international relations & trade through groups such as CARICOM, OAS; and rooted political stability.
Belmopan
English
417,072+ (2024)
The Belize Dollar ($1.00 BZD = $2.00 USD)
Kriol, Garifuna, Mestizo, Spanish, Maya, English, Mennonite, Lebanese, Chinese and Eastern Indian
Belmopan
English
417,072+ (2024)
The Belize Dollar ($1.00 BZD = $2.00 USD)
Kriol, Garifuna, Mestizo, Spanish, Maya, English, Mennonite, Lebanese, Chinese and Eastern Indian
Belize, formally known as British Honduras, is a young country gaining its independence from Britain in 1981. About the same size in land mass as Massachusetts, this Caribbean country has the smallest population in Central America, at about 400,000 people.
Belize entered the map for divers and fishermen in the early 80s and since has become a mecca for the everyday traveler looking for an easy Caribbean getaway. Boasting balmy subtropical weather year-round, the coast and cayes average 80-85 degrees Fahrenheit year-round while the inland and mountain areas tend to be slightly cooler.
With an abundance of wildlife, marine life, and exploration opportunities including the Mayan Ruins, ATM caves, cave tubing and more, this country is quickly gaining traction as the place to be.
Top 3 Reasons Why People Are Coming to Belize:
1) No need to translate! English is the official language
2) Easy access from North America… with more and more direct flights coming
3) Beautiful and full of incredible wildlife
There are 6 districts in Belize: Corozal, Belize, Cayo, Stann Creek, Toledo, Orange Walk, with each region offering unique highlights. From world-class diving to birding to Mayan ruin exploration to a rich and vibrant culture, this country has something for everyone to enjoy.
Depending on what you like to do and see, you may find that one region better suits you than others. Let’s do a quick exploration of the regions and highlight some popular locations.
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