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bzallito
  8/25/2016 17:48 EST

I am an expat currently living in Belize and will soon start scouting in Mexico for possible relocation in a few months. I like to be near the water, but, I am especially interested in Social opportunities other than a bar. I am an active single female retiree. Anybody familiar with activities in Bacalar? Is it like a city or just water spots? Thank you.

sunshine71
  8/30/2016 23:18 EST

Not familiar with this city. What state is it in???

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bzallito
  8/30/2016 23:25 EST

Bacalar is in Quintana Roo. I have heard that the 7 lagoon area is quite beautiful. I think it is about an hour from Chetumal. I am looking for an expat community. Thanks for replying.

RVGRINGO
  8/31/2016 11:04 EST

Many such places are wonderful to visit in their comfortable season, but not really the best places to settle down and live. You have probably discovered that fact in Belize.

richmcintyre
  1/26/2017 18:54 EST

I am looking into Bacalar for a move as well. I spent many years in Belize, but it has just become too dicey on a number of fronts. Would really appreciate hearing from ex-pats who have made the move: insight, counsel, perspective. I am planning on being there sometime on the next 60 days, prior to a check-out trip to Ecuador and Colombia. If you are going as well, let's link up. Considering driving down from Cancun (want to see area south of Tulum) but could also go into Chetumal. Thanks in advance....

chiowner
  1/26/2017 20:05 EST

Hi, My husband and I are living on Caye Caulker and are moving as well to Mexico. We are going to Ajijic (lake Chapala). But we are leaving Feb. 28 or we would consider driving with you to Cancun. We are leaving sooner than you

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Launia
  1/27/2017 17:59 EST

Ten years in .Chetumal where I own a water front home. A safe city and areas. No mass tourism.
Check the .chetumal connection group on facebook and other expat groups for Yucatan, Cancun, Playa del Carmen

louixo
  1/28/2017 08:46 EST

I have visited Bacalar many times. It is a quiet coastal town with less emphasis on beach life. I think social opportunities would be considerably less than the other well known tourist destinations in the northern part of Quintana Roo. It is a beautiful place, but out of the mainstream.

stormy9200
  1/29/2017 16:07 EST

The area around Bacalar is a day sailors paradise. A big freshwater lake and maybe a half hour trailer to salt water. A big plus if you like the small sailboats.

richmcintyre
  1/29/2017 16:55 EST

Thanks for this, mate. The small sailboat thing is intriguing. I assume the saltwater you are talking about is Chetumal Bay? I've spent time in Corozal, but found the fishing thin the bay. Any input? Is there much of an expat group in Bacalar?

mannem
  1/29/2017 18:44 EST

You might find Bacalar expats by searching Facebook. That seems to be the platform of choice for many expat groups now.

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MsAlex
  1/30/2017 09:14 EST

I tried searching on Facebook, and no expat groups for Bacalar come up. If anyone knows of such a group (Facebook, Yahoo or anywhere), or of a publication that covers Bacalar (online or otherwise), please share that info. Thank you.

Alex

lilbeaver
  1/31/2017 09:25 EST

We are in Lake Chapala area and love it but there's a few things you might not like.3 days ago I woke up and it was 1 degree c 34 f very cold It still goes to 22-224 every day mornings very cool.Also this whole area although lovely is speed bump capital of the world. A few extra repairs to car??? Festivals 3 extra this month all mardi grass for each city.The last one is in Chapala and it lat all week of the 17th to 18th .

Launia
  2/1/2017 17:13 EST

Groups
- chetumal connection or the chetumal connection

- bacalar mosaico

hrlee7804
  2/3/2017 12:02 EST

those are both good sites.

richmcintyre
  2/10/2017 18:30 EST

Chio: I know Caulker well. Curious as to why you are moving up...share please.
RM

dwall
  1/16/2021 08:06 EST

https://www.facebook.com/expatslivinginbacalar/

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