An Expat Talks about Moving to Look for a place where you don't necessarily need a vehicle. Gas is expensive here. Rely on local transportation as much as you can. We bought a Chinese made truck (diesel) here. Not 4WD but a truck. We live in the Cayo, between San Ignacio and Spanish Lookout. Lots of unpaved country roads, hence the truck. Diesel is a bit over $6 USD/gallon. , Belize

What advice would you give someone preparing to move to your area about the actual move, choosing a neighborhood and finding a home?

Look for a place where you don't necessarily need a vehicle. Gas is expensive here. Rely on local transportation as much as you can. We bought a Chinese made truck (diesel) here. Not 4WD but a truck. We live in the Cayo, between San Ignacio and Spanish Lookout. Lots of unpaved country roads, hence the truck. Diesel is a bit over $6 USD/gallon.