A Rapid Test in Belize’s Airport To Cost US$50 Per Person
Belize is set to reopen to international travelers on August 15th. All passengers without proof of a negative PCR Test, taken within 72 hours of travel, will be tested. A rapid test in the Belize airport will be a US$50 health screening fee, as confirmed on July 24 by BTB and BHA. Additionally within the […]
Virtually Dive in Underwater Belize to Protect Our Oceans
Join the United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Wild for Life for a virtual, immersive dive through three unique but connected marine ecosystems in Belize! Mangroves, seagrass and coral reefs are all threatened by human activity. Instead, this marine journey allows you to explore underwater magic as three different personas. Firsthand, you can see how biodiversity functions to deliver […]
Belize releases Enhanced Health & Safety Guidelines for Tour Operators
As Belize prepares to welcome back international visitors, the Belize Tourism Board (BTB), in collaboration with its industry partners, has prepared the new health and safety protocols for Tour Operators under the Tourism Gold Standard Recognition Program. These protocols aim to prepare Tour Operators to safely resume operations, as well as to protect both employees […]
Are long-term Caribbean stays a solution to a winter tourism dip?
Promoting the Caribbean as a safe tourism option for long-stay visitors during the coming winter season is an interesting initiative put forth by Kedrick Malone, former director of tourism for the British Virgin Islands and now president of a consulting firm in the BVI. On July 10, he outlined a “COVID-19-free” Caribbean winter destination idea […]
Placencia Airport Closure – July 17th, 2020
Traveling to Placencia later this year? Keep in mind that the airstrip in Placencia (PLJ) will be temporarily closed between July 17th to November 17th, 2020. The latest delay in the recent closure, according to the Belize Airports Authority (BAA), is to facilitate a revamp of the runway. Revamping, lengthening, widening and the installing of […]
Former SC Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer to be new US ambassador to Belize
Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate André Bauer, of South Carolina, to be the new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Belize. Bauer, 51, served as the state’s lieutenant governor from 2003-2011 under then-Gov. Mark Sanford. He has been a long-time fixture in Republican politics, starting […]
New Beachfront Properties on the Market at Ambergris Caye
Many of those who consider relocating to Belize continue to make the island of Ambergris Caye home. Excellent weather, relaxing island vibe, beautiful beachfront properties and countless dining and entertainment option, make this slice of paradise an expatriate favorite. The town of Ambergis Caye is known as San Pedro. Ambergris Caye, stretching 24 miles, is […]
Tropic Air Belize to fly Domestic & International passengers separately
TROPIC AIR INTENDS TO FLY SEPARATE INTERNATIONAL AND DOMESTIC NETWORKS STARTING IN AUGUST With the resumption of service from the Belize International Airport (PGIA) on August 15, Tropic Air will operate dedicated aircraft from PGIA to San Pedro, Caye Caulker, Dangriga, Placencia (Riversdale), Punta Gorda, San Ignacio and return. However, these flights will not carry […]
Altun Ha Maya Site and The Jade Head
Exploring Altun Ha Like many ancient ruin sites, the Maya City of Altun Ha is filled with mystery and wonder. Known as Rockstone Pond in Mayan, it is located close to the coast, approximately 31 miles north of Belize City. It was once an ideal place for commerce in the ancient Maya world. Nowadays, the […]
USA Today: “Carnival Cruises won’t return to full cruise capacity until 2022”
Today, USA Today shared insight into the plans for Carnival Corp. The Cruise giant Carnival Corp has a few cruise lines with Belize as one of their cruise destinations in guests itineraries. When in Belize, Carnival passengers have the luxury of getting to enjoy a selection of adventures as they stop at Fort Street Tourism Village Cruise […]