Barbados Wants You to Come Work Remotely for Up a Year
There’s nothing quite like sticking your toes in soft, pink sand as you look out at the crystal clear water of the Caribbean. And now, Barbados is considering letting visitors do it for a whole year. Some may dare say, the ultimate work from home destination. Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley said the country […]
Belize enters 2nd Stage of its Single-Use Plastic Phase-Out
With the Environmental Protection (Pollution from Plastics) Regulation 2020 coming into effect on January 15, Belize now enters its next milestone of its Plastic Phase-Out; that is, phasing out single-use plastic products. Now, the Government of Belize reminds all importers, customs brokers, and members of the public that prohibited plastic products can no longer be […]
The City of Belmopan and a Brief History of the Young Capital
In the Americas, the country of Belize was the last British colony on the mainland. The City of Belmopan, “the new capital,” is the youngest city established in 2000, although it was later designated as Belmopan in 1973. Belmopan is located near the town of Roaring Creek in the Belize River Valley at 50 miles west […]
Belizean Made: The Revolution of Belize Fashion
Our placement in Central America, the tropical influence of our Caribbean shores and islands, as well as the intricate blend of Mayan, Hispanic, Kriol and Garifuna cultures have each lended a rich foundation to draw Belizean fashion inspiration from. While September celebrations may look different this year, we reflect on the unmistakeable Belize heat and […]
The Points Guy Shares All You Need to Know About Belize Reopening
For those dreaming of heading to Belize for some Caribbean sun this summer, The Points Guy has shared all you need to know. Essentially, The Points Guy outlines what you need to visit Belize at reopening, what is open, and how to get there. Of course, he also shares the best ways to travel on points to […]
Over 1,000 Belizeans Apply for Repatriation
With Belize introducing its 5-Phased Travel Reopening Plan last month, on-going repatriations continue for Belizeans abroad. Starting June, a number of repatriation flights via United Airlines landed in Belize after approval from the Repatriation Program; repatriation is being led by Belize’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Health and National Security. Upon arriving in country, all passengers […]
Belize introduces ‘Safe Corridor’ for Tourism Reopening
As Belize prepares to reopen on August 15 to international passengers, the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) and Ministry of Health (MOH) prepares a ‘safe corridor’ for tourism. Alongside the MOH, BTB, and other agencies, Belize continues to work to ensure all safety protocols and procedures are in place to minimize the spread of COVID-19 at […]
Belize will track arriving Passengers with a Health App
Starting August 15, all passengers arriving to Belize via Philip Goldson International Airport will be required to download the Belize Health App and register for entry into the country. When Belize does welcome leisurely flights again, all passengers will be required to either come with a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of their […]
First Humanitarian Charter from Belize for Stranded Migrants
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Belize organized its first humanitarian charter flight carrying on Friday, July 3. On board, 32 stranded Salvadorans nationals returned to El Salvador before repatriating 13 Belizeans from El Salvador. Due to COVID-19 related border and airport closures, the 13 Belizean were stranded for nearly four months. Within the […]
Forbes lists Belize in Top Caribbean Beaches for 2020
As Forbes says, we all need a break and a chance to recharge, considering how deeply stressful and painful our world has become. We are in the unique position of opening our eyes to a new world of possibilities and change; while much of the planet gets back to work, we need to remember to […]