Real Life Recess

Real Life Recess is a personal blog and lifestyle platform centered on life in Placencia, Belize. It’s run by an expat family who share genuine insights about living, parenting, and exploring their adopted Caribbean community. The tone is warm, reflective, and geared toward readers planning long-term stays, moving, or just seeking a deeper sense of daily life beyond typical tourist paths.

The content spans practical guides—like how to navigate local schools or finding the best coffee—with personal reflections, community events, and seasonal stories. One memorable post celebrated a family’s journey toward Belize residency, complete with local ceremony and everyday moments that make life there rich and real .

Real Life Recess connects with readers looking for more than travel tips. It offers cultural context, honest decision-making advice, and heartfelt narratives that help future residents understand what it truly means to live in Belize.