Archive for February, 2011
Seafood Guide for Fishing in Belize
Posted on February 28, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
This post goes out to Capt Jeff and Bill 2 of my favorite friends to fish with. They are both conscientious fishers and always make sure to throw back what should not be taken – be it wrong kind or too small size that ends up on the hook. [all info came from Seafood Guide [...]
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Oscar Swag Bags 2011
Posted on February 26, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
It was cool to read that Among items actors at this weekend’s Academy Awards will receive a $12,000 trip on a private island in Belize with a private houseman and the option to snorkel with sharks – electronic cigarettes with Swarovski crystals and other fabulous things in their 2011 Oscar Swag Bags. The Toronto Sun. [...]
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Trivia Smack Down
Posted on February 25, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Forrest was our guest Trivia quiz master Thursday night at Pedro’s Bar and he sure made us put our thinking caps on. You know the questions are hard when people are scoring a 3 or 4 of 10.The bonus round was all famous arches and we had to name the country and city in which [...]
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My Lucky Day
Posted on February 24, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Apparently I just won a big wack of cash 400,000 pounds whoo hoo. I was told because of numerous fraudulent schemes going around the internet – confidentiality should be accorded at all times and that I am expected to keep the news of my winning and my ticket number to myself until I have received [...]
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Make Some Noise
Posted on February 23, 2011 in 1,620 + posts, Useful Information
Interested in trying something new? How about learning traditional African drumming techniques and rhythms. Zac has taught for over ten years in Canada and is now sharing his drumming experience here in Belize. These classes will be held from time to time on Wednesday evenings at 6:00pm at Ak’Bol. Zac and Kirsten would Love to [...]
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Mathieu’s Delicatessen
Posted on February 22, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
For those of you who want to try something new for Breakfast in Belize Mathieu’s Delicatessen is a good way to go. They do eggs any style with cheese or bacon or ham – bread basket of various breads with peanut butter/ jelly/jam – granola with fruit – apple cinnamon bread – apple cinnamon french [...]
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Living Belize
Posted on February 21, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
I did not run off and join the circus or anything crazy. Our internet was down since early yesterday morning – which is how I ended up with the sunrise pictures below. We both woke up at 4:30 Sunday morning and found ourselves without internet so I suggested to tacoboy that we make an iced [...]
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Tropic Air Tours
Posted on February 18, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Went to Trivia last night and had a great time. Got a chance to catch up with lots of boarders and enjoy a heckling match with the Otter and Bill. Jack’s team went on to take the pot – more heckling. The internet was down most of the morning so I enjoyed a chilled out [...]
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Zenda – A Pup in Chains
Posted on February 18, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Zenda – A Pup in Chains Support International Spay Day On Valentine’s week, there is one question all dogs might ask if they could speak and that would be ‘How much do you love me?’ Most people love their dogs and care for them very much, but the way some people treat their dogs is [...]
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Stir crazy
Posted on February 16, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Now that the cold front is over I am really wanting to be finished with what ever it is and I am finally starting to feel better [and a bit stir crazy]. Paul called Dr Dan yesterday to tell him I was almost done my meds and update how I was developing. Dr Dan told [...]
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BuyPlaya ‘Run for Ak Lu’um’
Posted on February 14, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
BuyPlaya ‘Run for Ak Lu’um’ Draws Support of Riviera Maya Business Owners Annual 5K race and fundraiser scheduled for March 20, 2011 in Playa del Carmen Playa del Carmen, Mexico – March 14, 2011 – With just a few days remaining before the BuyPlaya 5K Spring Race, organizers, parents and local business owners are kicking [...]
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San Mateo Update
Posted on February 13, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Below is a great update from Heather Zwicker on the progress of the compost toilets for San Mateo area. She sent a picture to go along with – I will post that later this week – I wanted to make it clearer where it is marked off to show Chayan’s house and where the first [...]
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Nuevo Marketing Forms Strategic Alliance with Planet Central Advertising
Posted on February 12, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Nuevo Marketing Solutions and Planet Central Advertising Join Forces to Enhance Marketing in Belize Nuevo Marketing Solutions has entered into a strategic alliance with Planet Central Advertising to enhance its marketing services in Belize, Central America. The partnership combines Nuevo’s online expertise with Planet Central’s strong background in tourism and real estate, as well as [...]
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Belize Breeze
Posted on February 11, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
We had a really nice breeze this morning at our house – good airflow is a big thing to consider when you are renting or buying real estate in Belize. Went for a float in the pool this morning along with Cindy – Jack and Paul – it was nice to just lay there and [...]
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Belize Mail
Posted on February 10, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
How to handle your mail when you move to Belize When you’re moving to another country, one of the most challenging tasks you’ll face is how to deal with your mail, not only in your former country, but once you arrive in your new one. As an American Expat who recently moved to Belize, specifically [...]
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Officially Grounded
Posted on February 9, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
When Tim [Invest in Belize] heard I was still feeling tired he kicked my butt to Dr Daniel Gonzales at Ambergris Hope clinic on Laguna Drive to get a check up. I am glad he did as Dr Dan said it is looking strongly like I have a parasite – he put me on meds [...]
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Possible Showers
Posted on February 8, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
For all you foodies Hugo is back and he will be cooking up a feast Friday night 7pm at Pedro’s Bar. Hugo will be cooking two paella dishes – yum – 226 3825 for reservations. A bit more about Hugo – he from Argentina - has a restaurant in Alicante Spain which his family run [...]
