7 Reasons NOT to Retire in Belize (Common Challenges for Expats!)

Thinking about moving to Belize? 🇧🇿 While it's a popular retirement destination for North Americans, It's crucial to understand the challenges before making a long-term move. In this video, I'll share the often-overlooked cons of living in Belize. We'll discuss key considerations like: risk of hurricanes and natural disasters, infrastructure limitations, import fees and lack of shopping options and potential healthcare concerns. This video is a must-watch for anyone considering retirement in Belize, moving to Belize from the US or Canada, or exploring expat life in Central America. If you've seen my previous video on the pros of moving to Belize, this will provide a balanced perspective, helping you make an informed decision about your potential new home. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more insights into living, traveling, and working abroad! ----------------------------------------------------- Chapters: 00:00 - 1:00 Intro 01:01 - 03:32 Location/Weather 03:33 - 06:44 Infrastructure and Off Grid Living 06:45 - 07:35 Lack of Shopping Options 07:36 - 09:24 No Amazon 09:25 - 10:44 Import Fees and Grocery Quality 10:45 - 11:43 Island Time 11:44 - 13:17 Healthcare Considerations 13:18 - 13:57 Conclusion ----------------------------------------------------- Links to resources in this video: https://youtu.be/8Fd7gsUQDHk https://youtu.be/qLnznCpZI8M?si=NFZb5FbLwyOjGPYU ----------------------------------------------------- If you are interested in learning how to create a successful YouTube channel, Jumpstart your retirement travels or get certified to teach English abroad these are the courses that I took (Affiliate Links): ► YouTube: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/youtube-after-40?ref=f88b97 ► Retirement: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/retirement-travel-jumpstart?ref=f88b97 ► Bundle: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/bundles/retirement-travel-jumpstart-youtube-after-40?ref=f88b97 ► TEFL Certification Course: https://www.internationalteflacademy.com/lp-referral-program?grsf=ncoeb6 ----------------------------------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe to Almost Retired Abroad for more on living, traveling, and working abroad so you can retire on your own terms! 👍🏽 Like this video if you found it helpful! ----------------------------------------------------- Keywords: retire in Belize, expat Belize, living in Belize, Belize retirement, Belize visas, QRP visa Belize, cost of living Belize, Belize real estate, Ambergris Caye, Placencia, Corozal, Cayo District, Belize lifestyle, retire abroad, US expats Belize, Canadian expats Belize, English speaking retirement, Caribbean retirement. Affiliate Link Disclosure - Some links in this description may be affiliate links, which means Almost Retired Abroad may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them, at no extra cost to you. This helps to support the channel. Legal Disclaimer: Disclaimer: This video provides general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or immigration advice. Laws and regulations change frequently. Always consult with qualified professionals specific to your individual circumstances before making any decisions. "Almost Retired Abroad" and Kimberly are not liable for actions taken based on this information. #retireabroad #belize #costofliving