What do expats find most challenging?

We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Belmopan. They wrote...

"Expats in Belmopan often find the slow pace of life challenging, as the local culture values a relaxed approach to work and life, which can be frustrating for those used to a faster, more structured environment. The language barrier can also be a challenge, as while English is the official language, many locals speak Kriol or Spanish. Adjusting to the local cuisine, which is heavily based on rice, beans, and local fruits and vegetables, can also be difficult for some expats. Additionally, the high levels of poverty and lack of infrastructure can be shocking and difficult to navigate for those from more developed countries. Lastly, the tropical climate, with its high humidity and frequent rain, can be uncomfortable for those not used to such conditions," wrote a member who made the move to Belmopan, Belize.

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"The most challenging aspects of the new culture: 1) the absence of the concept of customer service: for example, even a glass of water is charged in a restaurant, mostly Chinese controlled 2) the necessity of renting or buying a car as taxi service in the evening and at night is not there 3)the concept of unexposed Sewers as sewers do not have cover 4)the rarity of night life: bars, coffee places," explained one expat living in Belmopan, Belize.