Win a seven-night Cayo and Ambergris Caye Holiday in Belize
When there’s lavish lodgings smack in the middle of untamed, natural beauty and the service is just as pristine as its highly filtered photographic surroundings, you know you’re in for a singular experience. That’s what awaits in Belize with this seven-night prize, thanks to the Belize Is Paradise Sweepstakes by The Lodge at Chaa Creek and […]
First Look: Aruna Resort & Villas, Ambergris Caye’s New Resort Community Development in Belize
Nestled at the base of the Yucatan Peninsula, the tiny English-speaking nation of Belize with a population of just about 400,000 is becoming its own compelling alternative to crowded Caribbean destinations. Ambergris Caye has become the stepping stone for retirees and emigrants in pursuit of a Caribbean retreat and entrepreneurs eager for a slice of […]
A Country-By-Country Guide To Traveling in the Caribbean Right Now
Champagne-colored sands and clear-as-gin waters brought a record 31.5 million tourists to the Caribbean in 2019, which plummeted to as low as 60 percent estimates since the earth-shattering pandemic in March 2020. As one of the most tourism-reliant regions in the world, the Caribbean is finally seeing a jump-start to a stalled economy thanks to […]
Alaia Belize Nominated in “Mexico & Central America’s Leading New Hotel 2021” for World Travel Awards
In spite of an enormous hardship in Belize’s travel industry, the year 2021 saw new hotels and even restaurants open as nothing short of impressive. Representing resilience all on their own, there have been a few noteworthy launches—almost entirely on Ambergris Caye, Belize’s most visited island. Unsurprisingly, one has made its mark as one of […]
Elsa, First Hurricane of Atlantic Season, Cancels Flights Across Caribbean
Elsa strengthened into the first hurricane of the 2021 Atlantic season in the early hours of Friday July 2, battering the eastern islands of the Caribbean. As of 2 p.m. Eastern time, the center of the fast-moving hurricane, with sustained winds of 85 miles per hour, was passing near the islands of St. Vincent and […]
Belize’s Lobster Season Reopens Today: How To Make The Most Of It
Lobster lovers, you’ve waited long enough to enjoy this spiny crustacean! Belize’s 2021-2022 Spiny Lobster Season officially opens today, which means fishermen are out right now scouring the seafloor for this Caribbean delicacy. Spiny lobsters in Belize, unlike Maine lobsters in America, lack claws. Instead, their meat is in their tails. Seafood aficionados all agree: […]
Best Belizean Breads: Creole Bread, Powder Buns, Creole Bun & Johnny Cakes
Aesthetics aside, Belize stands out in another important respect: food. After all, the Creole diet can be as diverse as their genealogy. Breakfast is usually Johnny cakes or the always-lovable fry jacks. Rice and beans are virtually a daily occurrence (enjoyed by everyone, not just Creoles) alongside some kind of meat, like stewed chicken, fried […]
Waves & Wonder: A Reef-to-Ridge Package To Book This Summer
Meet Belize, the Caribbean and Central American nation where travelers can get the best of both worlds in one package: Mayan ruins blanketed by vine-draped rainforests and the second largest living barrier reef in the world. Despite its seemingly small size, Belize offers ample adventure for adrenaline junkies, while miles of beaches and secluded rainforest […]
The Ultimate Teen Adventure in Belize: Sharks, River Rafting, and Ziplines
School’s out for summer. School’s out forever! Well, maybe not but you’ve got until at least September to maximize their time off—which means there’s no time to waste on vacation. And satisfying even the pickiest of young teenagers starts with your destination. More often than not, adults select a resort and assume the pool alone […]
Antigua Reduces Taxes by 50% for Intra-Regional Travel Today
Antigua and Barbuda has announced a 50 percent reduction in taxes on airline tickets for travel within several countries of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). The government says the measure will last for six months in the first instance. “We think at this time where regional travel is relatively low, extremely flat, that there is very […]