Belize

Belize

The Jewel of Central America

The population density per square kilometer (lowest in Central America).

Percentage of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System in Belizean waters.

1,005,394

The number of cruise ship tourists that visited Belize annually pre-pandemic.

Belize Stories, Information, and Opinion

Conch in Belize: What Travelers Need to Know About the Rules

by CA Staff
September 9, 2026
Belize, Eating, Legal, Shopping, Travel

Conch is a Belize favorite, but when can you eat it and can you take a shell home? A guide to conch season, fishing rules, and shell restrictions.

Belize’s Investor Residence Reform: Turning Investment into Long-Term Commitment

by Luigi Wewege
September 3, 2026
Belize, Investing, Opinion

Why Belize’s one-year investor permit holds the country back, and the change that would fix it without lowering standards.

Hiring Domestic Help in Belize: What Expats Need to Know

Hiring domestic help in Belize involves more than agreeing on a wage. Learn about labor laws, working hours, employee benefits, and employer responsibilities.

Belize Lobsterfests 2026: When and Where to Experience the Caribbean’s Best Lobster Festivals

Plan your Belize lobster adventure! Three incredible Lobsterfests in July 2026: San Pedro, Caye Caulker & Placencia.

Why Central America is Becoming More Attractive in a Fragmented Global Economy

Central America is becoming more attractive as internationally mobile businesses and investors look beyond traditional financial centers.

Don’t Immediately Ask “Where Should I Live in Belize?” Ask These Questions First

“Where should I in Belize?” Expats say that’s often the wrong first question. Here’s what to think about before making the move.

Exploring the Delicious Belizean Barbecue Scene

by Gary Peterson
April 28, 2026
Belize, Eating

Explore Belize’s barbecue scene: affordable drum grills, roadside stands, and exotic meats. A firsthand account of adapting to local grilling traditions.