The Christmas gifts for the worker's children behind Coco Beach were a success. Al & Jenine and Kath & I had a wonderful time sharing some joy. We made sure that everyone understood that many owners were behind the scenes helping us out.
Apples are a treat to Belizeans at Christmas time. They are expensive and hard to find. We bought 250 of them and gave all the staff enough for their families and all the construction workers.
There are five families behind Coco Beach and seventeen children. We got all the fathers together and gave them each enough toys so that every child got several. That way the fathers were able to provide for their families.
Everyone was thankful and thanks to all of you who helped us make this a special Christmas for all of them.
On the news side............
The Construction dock in front of Building A is GONE!
Southwind has purchased the Kingsbury Property next door and the construction dock has been moved to that property. The second pool has most of the concrete done and is waiting bottom finish and a little more tile work. I'm thinking the Hotel and Restaurant are another 4 to 6 months away from finishing. The reception center part of it will probably be finished sooner.
Coco Beach hosted a jazz party last night at the pool bar. Happy hour drinks and a live band.
We awoke to a beautiful, sunny Christmas morning. Kath and I wish you all safe travels over the holidays and a very Happy New Year!
Friday, December 25, 2009
Monday, December 7, 2009
Merry Christmas!
Kath and I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and a safe New Year.
As the Season begins, we are considering the construction workers and their families that live behind Coco Beach and what their Christmas may look like. There are 21 adults and 13 children. Children are ages 1 to 15 years. 10 Boys and 3 girls.
We are going to Belize City in a few days and are going to purchase some toys and food to give out to these families. If anyone is interested in participating in this as a group effort, please send me an email (scubawalk@aol.com) and let me know what you want to do.
Cullen and Kath
As the Season begins, we are considering the construction workers and their families that live behind Coco Beach and what their Christmas may look like. There are 21 adults and 13 children. Children are ages 1 to 15 years. 10 Boys and 3 girls.
We are going to Belize City in a few days and are going to purchase some toys and food to give out to these families. If anyone is interested in participating in this as a group effort, please send me an email (scubawalk@aol.com) and let me know what you want to do.
Cullen and Kath
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
My Daughters Wedding
For all of you that were kind enough to ask about the wedding of my daughter Elizabeth to Kevin Stoll, it was a complete and wonderful success. It is really hard to express how special the whole week was.
Most of the guests arrived at Coco Beach on Sunday, November 15. All the rental units here were full. Many of the guests went on excursions to the jungle to zip-line or visit the ruins on Tuesday. Wednesday everyone hung around the pool most of the day. That night they went to San Pedro for the Bachelorette Party. I have seen video of Liz dancing on the bar at Wet Willy’s. It was quite the party.
Thursday morning, Tuff-E-Nuf, took all of us to Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley for some snorkeling. It was a very nice day and their guides did a wonderful job. Lots of music and dancing on the way back. Thursday night we held a cocktail party in Kevin’s penthouse unit.
Friday was a beach and pool day. The Bridal Party met in the afternoon at Belizean Cove to have the rehearsal. Coastal express picked us up at the Coco Beach dock for the Rehearsal Dinner at Sunset Grill.
Saturday morning, Francis Wilson hosted a brunch for the Bridal party at Rendezvous Restaurant. Coleen prepared a wonderful breakfast for us.
The wedding was in front of Belizean Cove Resort.
Liz was beautiful. She is a special woman and it was her day.
Most of the guests arrived at Coco Beach on Sunday, November 15. All the rental units here were full. Many of the guests went on excursions to the jungle to zip-line or visit the ruins on Tuesday. Wednesday everyone hung around the pool most of the day. That night they went to San Pedro for the Bachelorette Party. I have seen video of Liz dancing on the bar at Wet Willy’s. It was quite the party.
Thursday morning, Tuff-E-Nuf, took all of us to Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley for some snorkeling. It was a very nice day and their guides did a wonderful job. Lots of music and dancing on the way back. Thursday night we held a cocktail party in Kevin’s penthouse unit.
Friday was a beach and pool day. The Bridal Party met in the afternoon at Belizean Cove to have the rehearsal. Coastal express picked us up at the Coco Beach dock for the Rehearsal Dinner at Sunset Grill.
Saturday morning, Francis Wilson hosted a brunch for the Bridal party at Rendezvous Restaurant. Coleen prepared a wonderful breakfast for us.
The wedding was in front of Belizean Cove Resort.
Liz was beautiful. She is a special woman and it was her day.
The reception was at Capricorn Restaurant. There was a steel pan player and drummer during the meal and a fire twirler that performed afterwards. Everyone had a wonderful time.
Liz and Kevin left Sunday afternoon for Bora Bora to honeymoon. Kath and I wish you all could have been here.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Thursday, October 1, 2009
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Building Authorities answer questions about development
The Island Newspaper, Ambergris Caye, Belize Vol. 19, No. 37 October 1, 2009
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Pictured is the enclosed structure at Coco Beach, which has been approved by the Ambergris Caye Local Building Authority (ACLBA).
Letter of Approval signed by ACLBA Chairman Fidel Ancona. A couple weeks ago The San Pedro Sun reported on Cabinet’s approval of the South Beach Belize development. In an effort to better understand the issue, The Sun asked the Director of the Central Building Unit of the Central Building Authority (CBA) Paul Satchwell a number of questions. According to Chairman of the Ambergris Caye Local Building Authority (ACLBA) Fidel Ancona, Paul Satchwell, approved three structures for the South Beach Belize project. Ancona stated that Satchwell made a sole decision without consulting all of the members of the Central Building Authority (CBA). Ancona further stated that the approval was made without consulting ACLBA and that Satchwell apologized for not having consulted with them. As such, Ancona stated that no kind of construction has started and will not start until the approval is granted by ACLBA. In an interview with The Sun, Mr. Satchwell addressed our questions.
1) Did you approve the construction of the building? As the Director of the Central Building Unit of The Central Building Authority my responsibilities include the review and approval of drawings for proposed structures, so yes I did review and approve the three sample buildings.
2) Was it illegally approved? Definitely not! As the Director of the Central Building Unit of The Central Building Authority one of my responsibilities is to review and approve drawings for proposed structures.
3) Can the ACLBA stop a structure that has been approved by the CBA? The ACLBA like all other Local Building Authority (LBA) act on behalf of the Central Building Authority, but they do NOT have the authority to stop a structure that has been approved by the CBA
4) Does the CBA have any jurisdiction over ACLBA? According to the Belize Building Act 2003, the CBA has responsibility for the entire country of Belize, and the LBA’s represent, and act on behalf of the CBA in cities and towns.
5) Is any member of the ACLBA a member of the CBA? Not at this time.
6) Did you apologize to the ACLBA? Yes I did apologize to Mr. Ancona for not informing him/the ACLBA that the CBA had been asked to review the drawings and determine if the project should be approved.
7) Did you consult with all the members of the CBA in regards to the three structures? There is/was no requirement for me to do so. One of my responsibilities as Director of the Central Building Unit of the CBA is to review and approve proposed structures for and on behalf of the Board CBA.
8) Does South Beach satisfies all the building standards of the CBA? The drawings submitted do, and inspectors from the CBA have inspected the setting out done and that is in conformity with the approved documents.
9) Does South Beach has all their permits in place? The South beach Project has satisfied all the requirements of the CBA for the three sample homes for which they have requested approval.
10) Where does South Beach stand right now? The documents submitted have been reviewed and have satisfied the requirements of the CBA and as such they can proceed with the approved works.
11) Is it true that any project exceeding 10,000 square feet can only be approved by the CBA? Because most, if not all LBA’s do not have the expertise readily available to carry out a comprehensive review of larger projects, it would not be in the best interest of public health and safety for such projects to be reviewed by LBA’s.
12) What is the actual square footage of the South Beach structures? The Newport Structure is 1,540 S.F. and the Palms Court structure is 12,360 S.F.
13) What is the size of the largest project that the ACLBA can approve? The whole issue of if, and how the LBA’s should be limited still needs to be discussed.
The other project that has been of concern is a concrete structure in front of Coco Beach Resort situated north of San Pedro Town. The developers are constructing a concrete enclosed structure that emerges from the sea. The structure, according to Ancona is an attached palapa to a pier. Close inspection reveals that it is not a palapa, but an enclosed structure within the water with its foundation constructed within the water bed. Ancona stated that the ACLBA does not and is not responsible for the approval of “over the water” structures. In a letter date June 4th, 2009 from the ACLBA which was signed by Fidel Ancona and addressed to Mr. Azueta, approves the construction of the pier and open palapa. In order for the structure to be legal, the developers must get the green light from seven entities. These entities are the Ministry of Natural Resources, Department of the Environment, The San Pedro Town Council, Public Utilities Commission, Land Utilization Authority, Fisheries Department and Ports of Belize. Ancona stated that the only role the ACLBA authority plays is to ensure that the enclosed building is structurally sound. In order for the ACLBA to ensure that it is sound, the project must be built “as per sketch submitted to the Physical Planning Section (PPS).” When asked what the sketch entails, Ancona stated that ACLBA did not receive one. The Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment in a letter dated September 13th, 2007, approved the application to “manage an existing pier in front of Coco Beach Resort not exceeding 300 feet long and 8 feet wide.” The letter makes no reference to an attached structure and sketch.
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Pictured is the enclosed structure at Coco Beach, which has been approved by the Ambergris Caye Local Building Authority (ACLBA).
Letter of Approval signed by ACLBA Chairman Fidel Ancona. A couple weeks ago The San Pedro Sun reported on Cabinet’s approval of the South Beach Belize development. In an effort to better understand the issue, The Sun asked the Director of the Central Building Unit of the Central Building Authority (CBA) Paul Satchwell a number of questions. According to Chairman of the Ambergris Caye Local Building Authority (ACLBA) Fidel Ancona, Paul Satchwell, approved three structures for the South Beach Belize project. Ancona stated that Satchwell made a sole decision without consulting all of the members of the Central Building Authority (CBA). Ancona further stated that the approval was made without consulting ACLBA and that Satchwell apologized for not having consulted with them. As such, Ancona stated that no kind of construction has started and will not start until the approval is granted by ACLBA. In an interview with The Sun, Mr. Satchwell addressed our questions.
1) Did you approve the construction of the building? As the Director of the Central Building Unit of The Central Building Authority my responsibilities include the review and approval of drawings for proposed structures, so yes I did review and approve the three sample buildings.
2) Was it illegally approved? Definitely not! As the Director of the Central Building Unit of The Central Building Authority one of my responsibilities is to review and approve drawings for proposed structures.
3) Can the ACLBA stop a structure that has been approved by the CBA? The ACLBA like all other Local Building Authority (LBA) act on behalf of the Central Building Authority, but they do NOT have the authority to stop a structure that has been approved by the CBA
4) Does the CBA have any jurisdiction over ACLBA? According to the Belize Building Act 2003, the CBA has responsibility for the entire country of Belize, and the LBA’s represent, and act on behalf of the CBA in cities and towns.
5) Is any member of the ACLBA a member of the CBA? Not at this time.
6) Did you apologize to the ACLBA? Yes I did apologize to Mr. Ancona for not informing him/the ACLBA that the CBA had been asked to review the drawings and determine if the project should be approved.
7) Did you consult with all the members of the CBA in regards to the three structures? There is/was no requirement for me to do so. One of my responsibilities as Director of the Central Building Unit of the CBA is to review and approve proposed structures for and on behalf of the Board CBA.
8) Does South Beach satisfies all the building standards of the CBA? The drawings submitted do, and inspectors from the CBA have inspected the setting out done and that is in conformity with the approved documents.
9) Does South Beach has all their permits in place? The South beach Project has satisfied all the requirements of the CBA for the three sample homes for which they have requested approval.
10) Where does South Beach stand right now? The documents submitted have been reviewed and have satisfied the requirements of the CBA and as such they can proceed with the approved works.
11) Is it true that any project exceeding 10,000 square feet can only be approved by the CBA? Because most, if not all LBA’s do not have the expertise readily available to carry out a comprehensive review of larger projects, it would not be in the best interest of public health and safety for such projects to be reviewed by LBA’s.
12) What is the actual square footage of the South Beach structures? The Newport Structure is 1,540 S.F. and the Palms Court structure is 12,360 S.F.
13) What is the size of the largest project that the ACLBA can approve? The whole issue of if, and how the LBA’s should be limited still needs to be discussed.
The other project that has been of concern is a concrete structure in front of Coco Beach Resort situated north of San Pedro Town. The developers are constructing a concrete enclosed structure that emerges from the sea. The structure, according to Ancona is an attached palapa to a pier. Close inspection reveals that it is not a palapa, but an enclosed structure within the water with its foundation constructed within the water bed. Ancona stated that the ACLBA does not and is not responsible for the approval of “over the water” structures. In a letter date June 4th, 2009 from the ACLBA which was signed by Fidel Ancona and addressed to Mr. Azueta, approves the construction of the pier and open palapa. In order for the structure to be legal, the developers must get the green light from seven entities. These entities are the Ministry of Natural Resources, Department of the Environment, The San Pedro Town Council, Public Utilities Commission, Land Utilization Authority, Fisheries Department and Ports of Belize. Ancona stated that the only role the ACLBA authority plays is to ensure that the enclosed building is structurally sound. In order for the ACLBA to ensure that it is sound, the project must be built “as per sketch submitted to the Physical Planning Section (PPS).” When asked what the sketch entails, Ancona stated that ACLBA did not receive one. The Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment in a letter dated September 13th, 2007, approved the application to “manage an existing pier in front of Coco Beach Resort not exceeding 300 feet long and 8 feet wide.” The letter makes no reference to an attached structure and sketch.
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Construction News
Construction continues and Doug has projected a December completion. The dock building has a roof and should be painted in the next few weeks. The hotel and restaurant shells are done. The pool bottom has been poured and they are working on the sides. Most of the villas have cabinets and woodwork installed and they are doing painting and finish work. I know we will all be thrilled when the construction ends and the fun begins.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Posted in the San Pedro Daily today
The third project that has come under the microscope is the construction of pier a 300 foot in length with an attached 16 feet by 16 feet open palapa in front of the property belonging to Coco Beach Resort Limited. Ancona stated that the project received the green light from the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment since September 13th, 2007. The 2007 letter of approval stated that the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment approved the application for permission to “manage an existing pier in front of parcel no. 4764 situated north of San Pedro Town.” The pier should not exceed 300 feet long and 8 feet in width. In the letter issued by the Ministry, no reference is made to any structure attached to the pier. When asked why the ACLBA approved the attached structure, Ancona stated that they approved the project “as per sketch submitted to the Physical Planning Section.” When asked what the sketch entails, Ancona stated that the ACLBA did not receive a sketch nor did the Physical Planning Section have one. When inquires were made by members of the ACLBA in regards to the attached structure, the ACLBA was verbally told about the attached structure being part of a “sketch.” According to Ancona, Coco Beach Resort Limited submitted a second sketch which indicated the attached structure. Ancona stated that the ACLBA did not approve the second sketch. That attached structure is already under construction on the pier. San Pedro Sun
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Owners Meeting
Doug is planning an owners meeting in mid January. The exact date will be sent out in the next news letter. Should be the 15th or 16th. If you have apreference, let Doug know.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
The National Anthem of Belize
"Land of the Free"
O, Land of the free by the Carib Sea,Our manhood we pledge to thy libertyNo tyrants here linger, despot must fleeThis tranquil haven of democracyThe blood of our sires which hollows the sod,Brought freedom from slavery oppression's rodBy the might of truth and the grace of God.No longer shall we be hewers of wood.Chorus: Arise! Ye sons of the Baymen's clan,Put on your armors, clear the land!Drive back the tyrants let despots flee – Land of the free by the Carib Sea!Nature has blessed thee with wealth untold,O'er mountains and valleys where prairies roll;Our fathers, the Baymen, valiant and boldDrove back the invaders; this heritage holdFrom proud Rio Hondo to old Sarstoon,Through coral isle over blue lagoon;Keep watch with the angels, the stars and moon;For freedom comes to-morrow's noon.Chorus: Arise! Ye sons of the Baymen's clan,Put on your armors, clear the land!Drive back the tyrants let despots flee – Land of the free by the Carib Sea!
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
San Ignancio
We visited San Ignacio for the night and would highly recommend this trip. The Spanish Lookout area is beautiful. Xuanantinich is definitely a site worth visiting. We found this awesome boutique spa and resort called Ka Anna. The rooms are beautiful. The restaurant is enclosed and air conditioned. The food was superb! The rooms are pricey but we were able to negotiate 50% discount since it's low season. They are located about 15 minutes from the Guatemalan border, so a visit to Tikal is easy.
We also checked out another resort. The Mystic River Resort. Located in the jungle overlooking the Macal River. Restaurant was very nice. We didn't try the food. The room are very nice. The resort is VERY remote. They also offer low season rates.
Enjoy!
We also checked out another resort. The Mystic River Resort. Located in the jungle overlooking the Macal River. Restaurant was very nice. We didn't try the food. The room are very nice. The resort is VERY remote. They also offer low season rates.
Enjoy!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Road South
We took a ride south yesterday, where the road ends and found Ras ta farin...it's a very small cabana run by Robert and his nephew (who does massage). Cold beers, rum and delicious bbq chicken (very large serving). Good prices and fun place to hang out.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
July 09 construction photos
Attached are construction photos I took on July 25 before we left. Cullen, I forgot to take a pic of the dock from your porch so reverse this one from my porch. Sorry about the duplicates. My first time or early onset of alzheimers. Carl Hanson A2
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
News
I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer. The blog has been quiet for a while. Where is everybody and what are you doing? I miss hearing from my friends.
I was wondering if any owners or recent visitors to Coco Beach have tried to use Skype or any other VOIP service from the resort to call the Unites States and if so, were they successful? I heard a rumor that the BTL had blocked VPN's and Skype.
I was wondering if any owners or recent visitors to Coco Beach have tried to use Skype or any other VOIP service from the resort to call the Unites States and if so, were they successful? I heard a rumor that the BTL had blocked VPN's and Skype.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Insurance
I received the following notice about insurance for Building B. I assume that everyone else has received a similar notice for their buildings. Is this billing amount for the total building or just one unit? I emailed Rosalba several weesk ago and have gotten no answer.
RENEWAL NOTICE
Name of Insured
Coco Beach Resort
P.O. Box 1
San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, Belize
Policy Number :
20210DQU00M1
Period:
June 1st, 2009 thru May 31st, 2010
Premium:
$ 4,864.00 BZ
$2,432.00 US
Total Sum Insured $ 2,838,000.00
Policy Type : Fire & Associated Perils including Hurricane
Location: Building “B”, At Coco Beach Resort, North San Pedro Town, Belize
Description
Sum Insured Three storey concrete building used as condominiums (Building B) $ 2,838,000.00
RENEWAL NOTICE
Name of Insured
Coco Beach Resort
P.O. Box 1
San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, Belize
Policy Number :
20210DQU00M1
Period:
June 1st, 2009 thru May 31st, 2010
Premium:
$ 4,864.00 BZ
$2,432.00 US
Total Sum Insured $ 2,838,000.00
Policy Type : Fire & Associated Perils including Hurricane
Location: Building “B”, At Coco Beach Resort, North San Pedro Town, Belize
Description
Sum Insured Three storey concrete building used as condominiums (Building B) $ 2,838,000.00
Monday, April 20, 2009
Good Food
Just returned from a quick trip. We discovered a new restuarant/bar on the north side (north of Palapa Bar). Ak Bol....food is terrific and very inexpensive (salbutas for $1, COLD beer for $2) Owner's goal is to provide good, inexpensive food. Nice, relaxing place to hang out....tell Milio, Brando and "Johnny Cakes" Gloria says hi!
Thursday, April 16, 2009
House Hunters
Tonight, April 16, House Hunters International will have a special featuring Coco Beach Resort on HGTV at 10 EST.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Easter week in Antigua Guatemala
Click on the images to enlarge and look at the detail
During Holly Week, Antigua Guatemala hosts the most beautiful religious celebration in the Americas, when huge processions wind their way through the town’s streets. Actually, the celebration begins on Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent, and reaches its climax on Good Friday, when Antigua streets are thronged with processions and reverent spectators. The processions consist of big floats, or 'andas', bearing statues of Christ with a cross, that are carried by hundreds of purple-robed men and boys.
A float with the Virgin Mary Follows by women dressed in black clothing. The processions move slowly through Antigua cobblestone streets, the feet of the bearers cushioned in the sawdust carpets, which are destroyed as the procession passes over. Visiting Antigua during lent and Holly Week means an extraordinary spiritual rewarding experience which you will never forget.
Antigua Guatemala is famous for its spectacular and elaborate religious festivities during Easter Week (Holy Week - Semana Santa). The Carpet Tradition (Alfombras de Acerrin) draws national and international visitors who crowd streets not just to see the processions, but also to participate in the detailed elaboration of these colorful carpets to adorn the processional route.
It was amazing. Even young children were carrying these huge floats. They changed carriers every block or so. Everyone knew what to do and where to change. In the States there would have been a law suit and parents would have been everywhere telling their children what to do and how to do it. The kids just fell in line and did it. Traditions handed down for centuries.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Contact Coco Beach Resort
The phone number for the front desk at Coco beach is 501-226-2515.
They can also be contacted at frontdesk@cocobeachbelize.com.
Sandra Gutierrez is at the front desk daily from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM.
They can also be contacted at frontdesk@cocobeachbelize.com.
Sandra Gutierrez is at the front desk daily from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Construction news
Construction on the new reception building and hotel is moving along. The hotel will be four stories and have an elevator. Both are due to be complete in December.
Work on the pier has not started. It was planned to be completed in May.
They are still working on the last villas. Tile work is done and the cabinets will go in as soon as the windows arrive.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Coco Beach Pool Bar has soft opening
Our new bar had a "soft" opening this afternoon. Tanya served drinks and we tested out the bar. Fernando's sister and three of her friends are visiting from Bolivia. They enjoyed the pool and a good time was had by all.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Monday, March 2, 2009
Crime
There was a break in at Coco Beach Resort early Monday morning. An elderly couple was sleeping in unit C1. Sometime after 2:00 AM, an intruder climbed through an open window in the Master bedroom and stole cash, jewlery and credit cards. The window was approximately 8 feet off the ground so there may have been two persons involved. Police were contacted and they visited the condo and took a report. The tourists did not wake up and could not provide a description of the person.
This is a reminder to lock your doors and windows and don't leave valuables unsecured.
This is a reminder to lock your doors and windows and don't leave valuables unsecured.
Friday, February 27, 2009
EXERCISE GROUP
The ladies of Coco Beach (named the Coconuts by our Qi Gong leader, Donna) have been exercising every morning by the pool. What a way to start the day after the previous night of good food and rum drinks. We have had a great time and could not have had a better view to look at while working out. Thanks to all who have participated. Elaine and I are still going strong.
Coco beach Construction
Special shout-out to Carl. The pump stand is back!
Construction is continuing on the villas.
The office/hotel has been started. The footings and foundation are going in. I don't know what the building is going to look like but will continue to post pictures as it goes up.
The pier construction has not started yet. Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Medical and Evacuation insurance
If you are staying at Coco Beach and have any type of medical problems, please call me at
622-8201 or Kath at 622-8200. We have oxygen and some basic medical supplies at our condo and are glad to help out.
I would also suggest that everyone have evacuation insurance to get you back to the United States if you have a problem.
I personally have DAN Insurance http://www.diversalertnetwork.org and from first hand experience they paid for everything. A private medical jet to Miami runs around $30,000 US. Our insurance through DAN is less than $200US per year for a family and covers diving accidents, decompression chamber and medical evacuation. You don't have to be a diver to carry the insurance.
I also suggest that you check your Medical Insurance to see if it covers expenses outside the United States. Some do and some don't. Doctor's visits here and medicines are relatively cheap but it helps to know so you can make an informed decision.
622-8201 or Kath at 622-8200. We have oxygen and some basic medical supplies at our condo and are glad to help out.
I would also suggest that everyone have evacuation insurance to get you back to the United States if you have a problem.
I personally have DAN Insurance http://www.diversalertnetwork.org and from first hand experience they paid for everything. A private medical jet to Miami runs around $30,000 US. Our insurance through DAN is less than $200US per year for a family and covers diving accidents, decompression chamber and medical evacuation. You don't have to be a diver to carry the insurance.
I also suggest that you check your Medical Insurance to see if it covers expenses outside the United States. Some do and some don't. Doctor's visits here and medicines are relatively cheap but it helps to know so you can make an informed decision.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Suggestion
Can I suggest that everyone go back and revise their personal profiles so that they show their unit number after their names and if you are comfortable use your real names on this board. We are all friends and using screen names and such makes it hard to keep up with who we are talking to. At any time, I can lock up the board so only members can look and comment to it if that makes everyone happy.
Any other suggestions to make this message board better?
Any other suggestions to make this message board better?
Coco beach pier
Noted from this weeks local newspaper, approval of our pier construction permit was defered again until next month. I don't know how this effects our completion date.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Assessment Fee
Did I miss an email? I was just informed of a $500 US assessment fee for Coco Beach. Does anyone have the details on this fee?
Gloria
Gloria
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Meeting Notes
Just a comment on the meeting notes: For the record, I do not approve of "sharing" facilities between Belizean Shores and Coco Beach. Specifically pools. I prefer the intimate and private setting we now enjoy with just owners and periodic renters. In my opinion, having shared pools with Belizean Shores will increase the foot traffic between properties and bring in more opportunity for problems. Let's keep Coco Beach to the owners and their renters. Certainly, the restaurant would be open to the public just as Captain Morgan's restaurant is...let's keep it that way .. comments are appreciated.
Gloria
Gloria
Thursday, January 29, 2009
HOA Minutes
I saw Doug yesterday and reminded him about the HOA meeting minutes. He said they should be out in a few days.
In the mean time, these are the estimated completion dates for various parts of the project.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
HOA Meeting
The meeting was very well organized and informative. Doug will email the minutes out in a few days. Once the minutes are out and people have a chance to digest them, there may be things that need to be discussed and we can begin to cover those topics.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Storm
Just to let all of you know that it sometimes rains here. Much needed to fill the cisterns. At least it is warm rain.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Paul Hooker
Paul Hooker, an owner at Belizean Cove Estates, died in a diving accident the day after Christmas. For those of you who knew him, he was a true friend. He always had a smile on his face and offered a helping hand to anyone. He will be remembered and missed always.
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