Some expats and visitors get by without a car here in the Lake Chapala / Ajiic area. They walk, ride a bike, drive a golf cart, take a bus or taxi. Buses are frequent. Distances are short. Walks can be lovely. 
The Portuguese Constitution assures the principle of private ownership of assets regardless of the nationality of the owner. Thus there is no risk of confiscation by the Government authorities. Please note that the Constitution prevails over any law that exists in the country and can only be changed with a qualified majority in the Parliament which is hard to obtain and will (based on the last 40 years of democracy) always require the two main parties (which are both moderate parties) to...
Brand new cars cost about twice as much in Belize than they cost in the US. Everything is imported to Belize so the customs duty is high. Imported cars are rated by cylinders and the amount of gas it uses. If you bring in a four-cylinder pick-up truck that runs on diesel, it would cost lower duty than if you bring a V8 Expedition. Cars are so expensive here that it discourages people from having cars because even the used cars are pretty expensive. It is easier to buy cars here...
For me personally, I was surprised by how friendly people are and how much help and suggestions they give. I constantly encountered someone who would say, “Oh, try this,” or to go to a particular store if I’m looking for a particular item. I was surprised at how friendly they were because I think they have also experienced or at least they have an idea of how relocating is, and they just want you to feel comfortable. Lifestyle? I Found it in Comfortable Condo Living in Boquete, Panama
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condo community is a good place to call home. It has been our home for longer than a year and is located in a great location.
Some of the condos here are owned and some are rented out. Others have owners who come for a several months out of the year, while there are long-term residents here almost all the time.
The floor plans consist of two bedroom, two bath units with large patios on the back. The condos are all pretty much the...
condo community is a good place to call home. It has been our home for longer than a year and is located in a great location.Some of the condos here are owned and some are rented out. Others have owners who come for a several months out of the year, while there are long-term residents here almost all the time.
The floor plans consist of two bedroom, two bath units with large patios on the back. The condos are all pretty much the...
rebellion, their name was changed to "Republic of Tulé". According to historical information, this community was helped by a Canadian adventurer named Richard Marsh . Then, they were known as the "San Blas district", and their name was based on the first name that...