Win a five-night holiday for two to these Belize Collection resorts
It may be small, but Belize packs a might punch with plenty to fall in love with. Epicurean enclaves, ancient Maya temples, roaring jungle cascades, and so on—Belize makes for an unforgettable getaway. And now, The Belize Collection is giving one lucky winner, plus a guest, the chance to spend five nights at two of […]
For The Love of Art: Paint Along with Watercolor Whiz Yaoling Lee This Weekend
An art lover’s dream, spend Valentine’s Day weekend with another one of Belize’s ‘greats’ in this 3-day workshop, incorporating breathtaking watercolor artwork. Paying homage to the lush surroundings of Belize’s very own Garden City—the City of Belmopan—you’ll be mentored by watercolor artist Yaoling Lee during these three days’ exchange of art and culture. Born and […]
Are Kate Middleton and Prince William Headed To Belize for Their Next Royal Tour?
Rumors are swirling with excitement as major news outlets report Kate Middleton and Prince William’s next big royal tour may be in the works, with a final destination to Belize in the Caribbean. Britain readies to enter the Platinum Jubilee year next Sunday; marking 70 years of Queen Elizabeth on the throne, the royals are […]
Ready, Set, Break: Spring into this hidden eden inside a Belize forest reserve
Belize is a modest country, but it’s one of the most picturesque in Central America and ideal for a spring (break) vacation—especially in this hidden corner of a forest reserve. A half-asphalt, half-red clay road leading to whatever enchantment nature decides to bring your way, your drive ends just outside the western town of San […]
Your Best Inspo from Belize for ‘National Plan For Vacation Day’
Whether you’re planning on a pre-summer glow this Spring Break, a mid-year escape, or just need an excuse to take on another imagined day—there’s no time like the present to start planning your future vacation. After all, experts predict a surge in travel demand as early as February, so the window of opportunity to benefit […]
Umaya Resort — The Newest Addition to The Belize Collection’s Boutique Resort Group
From active and authentic escapade to pure relaxation, The Belize Collection—a boutique resort group entirely owned and operated by Belizeans—adds Umaya Resort & Adventures on Maya Beach in Placencia to its growing portfolio. The all-suite, 60-room boutique hotel features locally loved woods, like Santa Maria and Mahogany, alongside views of the Caribbean Sea and the […]
Summits of Southern Belize: Where To Hike in Stann Creek
Visiting Belize, with its embarrassment of wilderness and cinematic coastlines, might convince you to forget about even heading out to the islands. A bastion of undiscovered authenticity where it’s always possible to live like a local, this is a place where the fishing culture is alive, the rain plentiful, and the hiking legendary. The drive […]
How and Where To Spend Christmas & New Year’s Eve Celebrating in Belize
If you’re ready to say a big goodbye to 2021 and hello to 2022, you’d best make sure you do so before the midnight curfew this New Year’s Eve. Whether you’re all about taking in the fireworks champagne in hand or dining extravagantly, there’s something for you on this list of Belize hotspots (restaurants and […]
Belize To Reopen Land Borders on January 1, 2022
While details of reopening are to be discussed further, Belize’s National Assembly, which is the Legislature of Belize, approved the reopening of land borders effective 1st January 2022. The health conditions applicable to such travel are yet to be determined; the Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in a regular session on […]
Olympic Figure Skating Silver Medalist Michelle Kwan Nominated as Ambassador to Belize
Michelle Kwan has been nominated for the position of U.S. ambassador to Belize within the Biden administration. The former Olympic figure skater, 41, posted the announcement from the White House to her Twitter account on Wednesday, writing, “I am honored to be nominated by President Biden to serve as ambassador to Belize, and if confirmed, […]