Sharon settled in the Cayo District of Belize, where you have the rainforest, rivers and ruins. When she first arrived in Belize last January, Sharon Hiebing was confused.

Stunningly beautiful, cheap and English-speaking…it’s no wonder Belize is drawing Americans in ever increasing numbers.

Stunningly beautiful, cheap and English-speaking…it’s no wonder Belize is drawing Americans in ever increasing numbers.

An unlikely group of 19 students ranging from single 20-somethings to married Baby Boomers recently gathered in the Belize City Municipal Airport armed with laptops, textbooks and sunblock.

Some people get really excited about the "Retire Belize" Program.