by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Sep 28, 2025 | Belize - Flora & Fauna, Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize, My Blog
Living in the jungles of Belize is a dream for many—lush greenery, howler monkeys calling at dawn, and incredible biodiversity all around. But with that biodiversity comes something every jungle resident quickly learns: jungle creatures that enter Belize homes are...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Sep 27, 2025 | Belize - Flora & Fauna, Jungle Lifestyle, My Blog
I cringe at my post title, “The Most Dangerous Animals in the Belize Jungle.” Ultimately, the title’s job is to make you click on it. But there are about half a dozen high-traffic websites recycling the same bad information under basically the same title. Most claim...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Sep 21, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize, My Blog
Visiting Belize gave me glimpses of the rainy season, but living here revealed its full impact. The biggest challenge wasn’t just the daily downpours—it was watching construction and maintenance projects grind to a halt for weeks or even months. If you’ve ever dreamed...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Aug 25, 2025 | Belize Keynote & Destination Content, Jungle Lifestyle, My Blog
When most people imagine life in the jungles of Belize, I’m not exactly sure what they picture: perhaps toucans flying overhead, lush greenery, and a peaceful escape from modern stress. That part is only partially true. But the reality of living in the Belizean jungle...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Aug 13, 2025 | Belize Keynote & Destination Content, Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize
Thinking about living in the jungle? Whether you’re dreaming of a back-to-nature lifestyle in Belize or planning a self-sufficient off-grid homestead in a tropical climate, jungle living requires more than just courage—it demands knowledge, discipline, and a...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Jul 29, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize, My Blog
I originally wrote and published this post in December 2020 while still on my bike ride and happened to stumble upon it buried in 1,000 other blog posts. I scanned through it, made some edits, and reposted it. I officially started living in Belize full-time on...
