Belize Reopens in Two Weeks — What To Know
After 192 days of border closure, leisure travel to Belize will reopen its airport October 1, 2020 – just two weeks away. Travelers arriving on or after Oct. 1 are required to test negative for Covid, whether within the 72 hours of travel or on arrival at the airport. Arrivals who produce a positive test […]
Belize to launch the Belize City Downtown Tour Map Mobile App
Taiwan ICDF officially hands over the Belize City Downtown Tour Map Mobile App to the Belize City House of Culture & Downtown Rejuvenation Project In an effort to invest in the improvement of the core competencies of Downtown Belize City and to encourage socio- economic integration, the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation and Taiwan […]
JetBlue to Launch Major Expansion in the Caribbean this November
In a recent announcement, JetBlue Airlines will be launching seven new non-stop routes to the wider Caribbean region, all out of Newark Liberty International Airport starting November 19. The new routes will include one daily flight to Aruba; two daily flights to Cancun, Mexico; one daily flight to Montego Bay, Jamaica; a daily flight to Nassau in The […]
First Cruise Line will officially Resume Sailings in the Caribbean Nov. 7
At a Glance: The Caribbean’s first cruise line to resume sailing will begin November 7th The SeaDream Yacht Club’s strict COVID-19 Protocols include Abbott ID Tests for negative Covid Test entry requirements of each port The 112 passenger ship will depart from Barbados on a 7 day round trip cruise with multiple stops in St. […]
Belizean Actress Indira Andrewin Shines in Venice with ‘Best Actress’ Nomination
Debuting at the 77th Biennale Cinema Film Festival in Venice, Italy, the 21-year-old Belizean actress and model Indira Andrewin makes waves with Selva Trágica, earning her a nomination for Best Actress. The 77th Venice Film Festival was held from September 2-12, 2020, albeit in a “more restrained format” due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Australian actress Cate Blanchett was appointed […]
Boutique Resort Buyout: Exclusive Luxury in Belize at Ka’ana
Traveling in luxury and style just became more easy — and safe! If you’re ready to travel again but leery of the risks it may entail, the opportunity to buyout an entire boutique resort in Belize might be just the ticket for your next luxury getaway. Amidst travel restrictions, vacationing may seem out of the picture for the unforeseeable […]
A Few of Belize’s Memorable Annual Celebrations
Belize is a small country with a population that has undergone tremendous upheaval every century since the Spanish arrived, with plenty to celebrate every year. Here, a mixture of Mayan, Catholic, and Caribbean culture makes for a busy calendar of holidays, celebrations, and festivals in Belize. However, this diversity in culture still keeps a few consistent […]
Belize Readies for a Reopening after 192 Days of Closed Borders
After 192 days of border closure, leisure travel to Belize will resume on October 1, 2020 with its airport reopening. Travelers arriving on or after Oct. 1 are required to test negative for Covid, whether within the 72 hours of travel or on arrival at the airport. Arrivals who produce a positive test result will […]
Barbados to become a Sovereign Republic by November 2021
Announced by Barbados Governor General Dame Sandra Mason, Barbados is to become a republic by November 2021, effectively removing Her Majesty the Queen as Head of State, for its 55th anniversary of independence. Delivering the Throne Speech at today’s state opening of Parliament, Governor General Dame Sandra Mason declared that it was time for Barbados […]
Toledo: A District for the Wayward Foodie
Experience the real Belize, for the up close and personal foodie, in Toledo District – a cultural and culinary haven. For the wandering history buff, visit a local Maya site, such as the captivating Nim Li Punit, under the direction of an experienced local guide. The adventurous among you are encouraged to visit the Rio […]