Headed to Yoli’s for trivia last Saturday and … we won! Our winnings came to $13 each, which, I believe, officially places us somewhere on the fringes of the big leagues. We’re practically professionals. We can probably now afford to…
Placencia Life: Manatees, Mosquito Trucks and Other Signs of Life
Placencia Life: Sea Breezes, Golf Carts & The Freedom to Disagree
Saturday morning belonged to my blog. It needed some major housekeeping. There is something oddly satisfying about rearranging words until they finally say exactly what you mean. I spent several hours rewriting articles about relocating to Placencia and reorganizing the…
Moving To Belize: Is Placencia Right For You? If You’re a Family
The answer is yes for some families, but not all. Placencia can offer children an incredible childhood filled with beaches, nature, outdoor adventures, and a strong sense of community. However, families need to carefully consider factors such as education, healthcare,…
The Cost of living in Placencia, Belize, 2026
Belize is not the cheapest place to live in Central America, but it’s still more affordable than the US and Canada.The cost of living depends largely on your lifestyle and how many people in your household. Apart from the cost…
Moving To Belize: Is Placencia Right For You? If You’re a Digital Nomad
The answer is yes—for the right type of digital nomad. Placencia can be an excellent base for remote workers who value lifestyle, nature, and community over nightlife, coworking spaces, and big-city conveniences. It offers something many popular nomad destinations can’t:…
Is Placencia Right For You? If You’re An Entrepreneur
The answer is yes – if you’re the right kind of entrepreur. Placencia can be an excellent place to build a business, but it rewards creativity, patience, and adaptability. Entrepreneurs who arrive expecting the infrastructure and customer base of a…
Why You Shouldn’t Open a Beach Bar in Placencia
Almost every newcomer has had the same fantasy: “I’ll move to Belize, buy a little place on the beach, serve colddrinks, and spend my days watching the sunset.” It sounds perfect. The reality is often very different because you’re competing…
Moving to Belize: Is Placencia Right For You? If You’re a Retiree
Is Placencia Right for Retirees? The short answer is: it depends on what kind of retirement you’re looking for. Placencia Might Be Right For You If … You Want a Slower Place of Life – businesses may not operate with…