UK Trials a 20-Minute COVID-19 Rapid Test
With countries all over the world preparing to open their borders, the conversation has inevitably turned to how freedom of movement can be implemented; without resulting in a spike of COVID-19 cases. While nations have announced different rules about mandatory quarantines for incoming travellers, a new test is being explored that takes just 20 minutes […]
Celebrate World Reef Day 2020
Today, June 1, we join the global celebrations of World Reef Day 2020. And with the second largest barrier reef in the world, Belize has lots to celebrate. After the inaugural World Reef Day in 2019, let’s look back at the importance of the reef and steps you can take to protect it. Protecting the […]
Ten More Belizeans Return Home by Cruise
Ten more Belizean crew members return home by sea for repatriation via their cruise ship, Carnival Glory, on Sunday, May 31. For the first time in 72 days, the Belizean staff disembarked to touch land; Carnival Cruise’s Carnival Glory was docked offshore Jamaica awaiting clearance before their repatriation to Belize. Docking in Belize City, the […]
How to Plan Your Belize Vacation – One Year in Advance
Though a Belize vacation can be best enjoyed spontaneously, planning a trip one year in advance can pay off. We’re talking about those massive family reunions, the once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon, and in-demand boutique resorts that book up the moment they go on sale. Whether you’re eager to get planning again, or are simply thinking about the future, […]
Belize’s International Airport To Remain Closed on IATA’s Advice
In a virtual press conference on May 29, Prime Minister Dean Barrow announced Belize’s Philip Goldson International Airport, will reopen under approval from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Belize also raised the principal condition that travelers would need to present a negative PCR COVID-19 test taken in the last 72 hours before departure. While there wаѕ […]
A Handful of Lunch Hotspots in Belize City
From its signature meat pies to vegan dishes and grilled specialties, the old capital of Belize City is a dynamic dining destination that almost never stands still. In Belize, you won’t find any chain restaurants or franchises, with more and more independents popping up to offer everything from authentic Japanese food to stand-out vegetarian-friendly options—changing […]
Belizean Cruise Workers Come Home Through Repatriation
After weeks of delayed efforts to repatriate crew members amid COVID-19, Belizean cruise workers are finally returning home. On May 23, Royal Caribbean’s Rhapsody of the Seas became the first cruise ship to drop anchor offshore Belize City in over a month. Onboard, 10 homesick Belizeans arrive in Belize territory after not touching land for approximately […]
Eco-Tourism is the Future and Belize is the Destination
At a time like now, destination stewardship is critical as countries prepare to reopen borders and welcome travelers back—this includes a tentative reopening date for Belize’s air borders. When travelers are ready to go, destinations like Belize must be prepared to welcome travelers in a sustainable way. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to reshape a new […]
Caribbean Nations Plan Border Reopenings
With economies heavily dependent on tourism, Caribbean countries like St. Lucia, Antigua, Aruba, and even Belize are eager to reopen their borders. Not to mention, CARICOM endorsed plans for a phased reopening of Caribbean borders solely to intra-regional travel in first instance, for as early as June. Given the COVID-19 crisis being “largely contained” within […]
Muy’Ono Resorts reopen in Placencia & Hopkins
Enjoy a staycation to a Muy’Ono Resort! Starting to feel cabin fever being stuck indoors too long? We can relate. Now, more than ever, local hotels need your help amid COVID-19. And with a local vacation, you can support Belize’s tourism industry while exploring your own backyard. So how about heading down to southern Belize […]