Cave Tubing in Belize on a Hot Summer Day
Belize has one of the highest concentrations of ancient Maya sites in the area with over 900 ruins across 8,000+ square miles. Not all the sites are huge city ruins or abandoned temples – many are actually smaller villages and caves. Caves were used extensively by the Mayas for various reasons, but one of the […]
Ten Great Reasons to Move to Belize
Have you ever fantasized about living on a tropical island? Belize has many of them, however the mainland has just as many charms. Although, that’s just one reason why Belize is a great place to live, or move to. Below, you’ll find ten more. You get more for your money Your major expenses, such as housing, […]
Belize: How Much Time Is the Ideal Vacation?
People often ask how much time they need for the perfect Belize vacation. Although, two weeks is often just enough time to experience many of the amazing things Belize has to offer. With everything there is to see and do in Belize, how do you decide what type of Belize vacation you want? Should you […]
Plan a Trip to Spanish Lookout, One of Belize’s Best Small Communities
In a country full of small, hidden gems, the community of Spanish Lookout stands out. This farming municipality with a population of 2,500 is a wonderful place to visit. Spanish Lookout is in the Cayo District. It is about nine miles northeast of San Ignacio, the eco-tourism capital of the district. It’s an enjoyable, easy […]
The Little Known ‘Big Hat’ in Belize: Nim Li Punit in Toledo
The ancient people who lived in the Nim Li Punit Maya site took advantage of a convenient location between the mountains and the sea. This allowed for a healthy trade between inhabitants of the city and communities around them. Nim Li Punit people grew cacao and corn crops among many others. A wide variety of stones […]
Canoe down the Mopan River in Cayo
Belize’s gorgeous waterways include beaches, lagoons and rivers. One of the most scenic rivers in Belize is the wide, winding Mopan River. When you’re in Belize, spend a few hours riding an inner tube down this river. It’s a wonderful way to relax, enjoy the scenery and spot wildlife. The Mopan River The Mopan begins […]
How a Belizean Hot Sauce became a Global Sensation
When you visit Belize, you might notice that a bottle of Marie Sharp’s hot sauce is on every table in every restaurant, diner and bar. How did this popular sharp, named after its founder Marie Sharp, become a global sensation? In 1980, Marie Sharp was in her kitchen working on a sauce made from various fruits, […]
Discover Placencia’s Laid-back Life at Sirenian Bay Resort & Villas
If you’ve been cooped up at home and the idea of watching the waves crash on the shore quickens your pulse, there’s a reason. Beaches, say the University of New Hampshire researchers, do more than just warm our spirits and delight our eyes. And that’s exactly what you’ll find at Sirenian Bay Resort & Villas. Skeptical? […]
Chabil Mar Resort – An All-Inclusive Placencia Experience
Scientists say that standing on a beach can lower blood pressure and flood the brain with endorphins. Why not see how that feels in Placencia where Chabil Mar Resort sets a new standard for luxury vacations? People love vacationing at beach resorts more than any other type of getaway. It’s easy to understand why. Being […]
A Fairytale Island Escape: Half Moon Caye, Belize
Half Moon Caye is an island off the coast of Belize, about 55 miles south-east of Belize City. Not to mention, it’s one of seven sites that’s apart of the Belize Barrier Reserve Reef System, a World Heritage Site. Located in the southeast corner of the Lighthouse Reef Atoll, it was dedicated as a monument […]