Opt for Belize’s Outdoors: Eloping Safely in a Socially Distanced Destination
It’s OK to give yourself the space to be upset when you need to sacrifice a moment, a milestone, or an event as a result of this pandemic. And for many since the onset of COVID-19, that milestone was a wedding. While postponing can be emotionally taxing for all the couples and families—not to mention, […]
When We Travel Again: Escape to a Jungle Lodge in Belize
After a day of high adventure in Belize’s rainforest — caving, hiking, canoeing, zip-lining, birding, wildlife-spotting, horseback riding, climbing Maya ruins, or mountain biking — at one of the country’s jungle lodges, you can look forward to a delicious meal, good company, Wi-Fi and a comfy bed. Is it a divine coincidence that this freedom of […]
R & R in the Belizean Rainforest with The Lodge at Chaa Creek
Going off the grid doesn’t necessarily mean having to camp in the wilderness and battling the elements. Which is fortunate, given that as the country of Belize moves towards reopening fully, everyone wants a getaway. A getaway that hits all the recent buzzwords in travel: privacy, social distancing, and fresh air. Over the past few […]
Belize’s Expands Safe Corridor To Include Car Rentals, Tourism Sites, Restaurants
Belize’s Tourism Safe Corridor for tourists has been expanded to now include all Gold Standard and Certified entities. This includes the already certified hotels and tour operators, while restaurants, tourism sites, gift shops, car rentals and taxis will now be added. Tourists can therefore move around freely but are highly encouraged to remain within the […]
Bare Feet, Beaches & Bicycles: A Caye Caulker Vacation
On Caye Caulker, you won’t find cars, packed restaurants, or overly crowded beaches. What you will find: bikes, golf carts, casual beachfront restaurants and a thriving Caribbean pulse (don’t be surprised to find casual drumming sessions on the beach). After all, the small Central American island is just a wee portion of the largest reef […]
Can Airlines’ Pre-Flight Tests Resurrect Leisure Travel to the Caribbean?
Roughly half of the Caribbean’s 28 island nations have moved to reopen borders, including Belize. Facing one of the biggest downturns in international air travel and tourism amid a still surging coronavirus pandemic, Caribbean nations and airlines are hoping rapid COVID-19 testing will help them lure travelers back. American Airlines, the region’s primary air carrier, has […]
Belize Eases Travel Restrictions, Relaxes Safe Corridor Requirement
In a virtual press conference held October 16, the Caribbean nation of Belize eases travel restrictions for incoming tourists, previously limited to its Tourism Safe Corridor. Now, effective Monday, Oct. 19, Belize’s Tourism Safe Corridor will relax, allowing for increased freedom of movement to other Gold Standard approved businesses. Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Dean Barrow […]
Oceana Belize Hosts 1st Ever Virtual Ocean Hero Awards
Since 2009, Oceana Belize honours and expresses gratitude to those tirelessly working towards marine conservation by sharing the stories of men and women committed to safeguarding Belize through their ‘Ocean Hero Award‘. On Wednesday, October 14, Oceana formally recognized two outstanding Belizeans as the 2020 Ocean Heroes during its first ever virtual award ceremony. This year’s […]
Belize’s Balmy Private Islands Trend Amidst Pandemic
While nearly all leisure travel was paused because of the coronavirus pandemic, the demand for private islands has risen worldwide. Brokers and travel industry experts have said that since March, prospective buyers around the world are showing an increased interest in escaping to an exclusive island. After all, those that are exploring their options are doing […]
The Best Places To Rent A Beach House in Belize This Winter
Escaping the winter cold — even for just a few days — is always a good idea. Beach destinations are a-plenty in Belize, but it’s a matter of destination, and what amenities are a priority to you and yours. So while these Vacasa properties are worth a visit year-round, they’ll be especially appreciated in the colder […]