Punta Gorda: A Charming Forgotten Town
Escape the crowds in northern Belize and the Cayes, and make your way down south to a charming and tranquil town called Punta Gorda, locally known as “PG”. This town is often forgotten, yet it boasts luscious rainforests, fascinating caves, excellent fishing, seaside views, and a peaceful environment authentic to Belize. Rich in natural attractions […]
Orchid Bay in Northern Belize
Luxury Meets Chic There is a new, exotic resort that is off-the-beaten-track in the Corozal District, overlooking the Chetumal Bay, with a tranquil vibe, marine biosphere, and talcum white sands; strategic yet isolated. As its name implies, Orchid Bay in Northern Belize is home to lush tropical gardens with over 200 varieties of wild orchids […]
Belize’s 1st Eco-Resort: The Lodge at Chaa Creek
In the 1970s, a couple of travelers, Mick and Lucy Fleming, settled in Belize’s Cayo district. Converting an old citrus farm on the banks of the Macal River, to an eco-friendly establishment. From humble roots, Chaa Creek became Belize’s first eco-resort in the 1980s. Today, the Flemings continue to uphold those values with their eco-resort. […]
10 Things You Will Need in Belize
Packing can be a hassle and stress when traveling. Make your life easier with this list provided, and make sure you have everything you need to spend your vacations in Belize. Your destination plays an important role in the outcome of your experience. Imagine forgetting your travel documents or sunscreen at a crucial period. This […]
Marie Sharp Hot Sauce
Proud Product of Belize The Marie Sharp Hot Sauce phenomenon started in 1981, the year of Belize’s Independence. Since then the country, as well as the hot sauce, have evolved and flourished together. It seems like there is a bottle of Marie Sharp’s hot sauce on every table in every home and in every restaurant in […]
9 Waterfalls Worth Chasing in Belize
Inspiring natural scenery at its best, Belize has some of the most majestic and soothing waterfalls. Check out these 9 cascading beauties worth chasing and enjoying when in Belize. Imagine capturing the rush of water against limestone rocks, listening to the soothing swishing sounds as the water hits the pool at the bottom of the boulders, […]
Cahal Pech Maya Site in Belize
Easy Access The Cayo District is full of wonders. Only a five-minute walk up the hill from the principal town of San Ignacio, you can find the oldest known Maya Site in Belize, overlooking the Belize River Valley. This site was first settled by the ancient Maya between 1500 and 1000 BC. The name means […]
Best Restaurants in San Ignacio, Belize
From an all breakfast-themed menu to some good old fire hearth rice and beans and international cuisine, San Ignacio has a buffet of wonderful selections sure to satisfy your taste buds. Here are a few restaurants considered the best of the best. These venues are nothing short of amazing. Each has its unique touch and […]
Tea Tasting Medicinal Walk in Cayo
San Ignacio Resort Hotel Last week I had a jungle walk along the grounds of the San Ignacio Resort Hotel in the Cayo District. Having visited Cayo all my life, I was under the impression that this kind of vegetation only existed deep in the rainforest. I was so wrong! I took a medicinal walk, […]
San Ignacio Resort Hotel in Cayo, Belize
Unique History There are lots of hotels in the Cayo district, but by far the most iconic is the San Ignacio Resort Hotel which has stood atop the town of San Ignacio and the surrounding rivers and terrain for the past 44 years. This family-run hotel was the brainchild of Don Escander Bedran, a businessman […]