by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Oct 11, 2025 | Life in Belize, My Blog
September 1 Life in the jungle: First thing, I worked some more on chapter 2 of my book – The Canada that Took Me In. After the chickens were fed, I chopped in the coconut field. The vines are getting out of control. After a late breakfast, I worked on the new...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Oct 6, 2025 | Belize - Flora & Fauna, Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize, My Blog
Living in the jungles of Belize means sharing your space with some of the most fascinating—and sometimes dangerous—wildlife. Among them is the Fer-de-Lance snake (Bothrops asper), also known locally as Yellow-jaw Tommygoff, or the barba amarilla. This venomous pit...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Oct 6, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, My Blog
Living in the jungle of Belize is a dream for many—but it comes with unexpected surprises. I had visited Belize several times before moving here full-time, so not everything was new. Some of what I share is meant for those who have never been to Belize before and are...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Oct 5, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize
Living in the Belize jungle sounds like a dream—lush greenery, the calls of howler monkeys, and the freedom of an off-grid lifestyle in Belize. But along with its beauty comes a reality that every newcomer should understand: jungle living safety in Belize requires...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Sep 28, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, My Blog
With My Story of 23 Days Without Power Learn how to survive hurricanes in Belize with real-life tips, personal experiences, and a complete preparedness checklist. When you live in Belize, hurricanes aren’t a distant news story — they’re a reality you prepare for every...
