Belize is a beautiful country located in Central America on the Caribbean Sea. Belize has so much to offer to anyone looking to live or retire there. Since Belize used to be a British Colony, English is a predominant language. It is very easy to communicate in Belize, which proves to be a huge plus with all of the tourists or foreign land owners. English is taught in the schools, signs are written in English and most importantly any kind of government form is in English. This makes Belize a desirable place for any native English speaker. Many foreign countries have a huge language barrier and Belize will make any English speaker feel right at home.

Belize is a very inexpensive place to live. You can enjoy Belize's high standard of living on a relatively small budget. Belize also has hardly any taxes. There is no income tax, inheritance tax, or capital gains tax. You can become a resident of Belize after living there for just one year. Living in Belize also means you can keep your citizenship of the country you came from too. Starting a business in this exotic country is extremely easy. The only qualification for starting your own business is that you must have a work permit or permanent residency status.

Besides the low cost of living, Belize offers some of the best water sports and adventures in all of Central America. Cave exploring, snorkeling, scuba diving, boating, fishing and jet skiing are some of the most popular sports in Belize.

Belize is a great place to relax. In Belize things are very laid back. No one is ever in a hurry to do anything. Many retirees find that the pace of life in Belize is extremely desirable. Native inhabitants are very kind and you will often engage in conversation with them whenever you come into contact with them. Belize really allows all retires to completely unwind and enjoy life in a beautiful country that really has so much to offer. You will enjoy fresh air, fresh sunshine, lots of walking and exercise and very little stress in this beautifully elegant country.

Living in Belize will teach you that things you thought were a necessity in the States really are not. There are no dishwashers or washing machines in Belize. The people here live off the land and do things for themselves. Many retirees find that it is really not that difficult to live without "American necessities." Many people actually come to enjoy washing their clothes by hand and using a washboard. And if by chance you are the small percentage that does not enjoy it, you can hire a local for a very small stipend to wash your clothes for you.

Belize has so much to offer to everyone and no one who has visited or retired in Belize has ever been disappointed with this easy going, refreshing, fun lifestyle in beautiful Central America.