Delta is Blocking Middle Seats Until October
As U.S. airlines grow hopeful that the summer travel season will bring an uptick in fliers, one carrier has vowed to keep its social distancing rules in place until at least October. Delta Air Lines has announced that it will continue to block middle seats; this policy is for all of its aircraft through September 30. […]
Temporary Closure of Placencia (PLJ) Airstrip starting June 2020
Hoping to travel to Placencia later this year? Keep in mind that the airstrip in Placencia (PLJ) will be temporarily closed starting June 22, 2020 – for a period of five months. According to the Belize Airports Authority (BAA), this closure will be done to facilitate a revamp of the runway. Revamping includes lengthening, widening, […]
“Restart tourism to overcome COVID-19”, says United Nations
The UN secretary general says tourism could be used as a platform for overcoming the effects of Covid-19. “Tourism can promote solidarity and trust – crucial ingredients in advancing the global co-operation that is so urgently needed at this time.” – Antonio Guterres Previous research by the UN’s tourism arm suggests that up to 120 […]
Is a Reprint of the Flavors of Belize Cookbook on the horizon?
Your Belize culinary journey would be incomplete without sampling the flavors and traditions of some of Belize’s most diverse cultures: Maya, Mestizo, Creole, East Indian, Garifuna, Lebanese, Chinese, Mennonite, Caribbean and British, all of which are represented in this cookbook. The Flavors of Belize cookbook represents a remarkable collaboration of people, places and culture. Received […]
Belize – One of 20 Countries in the World for Lowest Cases of COVID-19
Everyday, new cases of the novel coronavirus are being reported daily from around the world; the first cases began emerging in the Chinese city of Wuhan in late December. More than 406,000 people have died from COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, while seven million infections have been confirmed in at least 188 […]
More than 400,000 people flew over the weekend, TSA says
This weekend marked the most air travel since the coronavirus pandemic caused the industry to bottom out this spring. More than 400,000 people were screened by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) on two days over the weekend – both Friday and Sunday, the agency said. It is the first time that has happened in nearly 11 […]
Celebrating World Oceans Day
World Oceans Day is celebrated annually on June 8 to celebrate and honor our ocean, which connects us all. In Belize, miles of Caribbean Sea surround our coastline, protected by the intriguing barrier reef. But with all this protecting our little country, what are we doing to protect it in return? For 2020, World Oceans Day […]
Stats: 65% of U.S. Travelers Look Forward To Travelling Again
A majority of Americans (65 percent) are looking forward to travel again, both internationally and domestically, according to new research by Zapwater Communications, a travel and lifestyle communications agency. In addition, two in five (39 percent) are hoping to travel within the first six months after travel restrictions are lifted. The agency surveyed 1,280 U.S.-based frequent […]
Belize should be on your Caribbean Bucket List
Lockdown has provided all of us with a chance to make our travel bucket list once life can return to a new normal. Indeed, including travel and freely moving around again. It has become obvious that some places have managed to contain the virus better than others, making them prime locations for vacations post-COVID. The […]
Belize records 19th Case after 53 Days of no new COVID-19 Cases
In a statement released on June 5, 2020, the Ministry of Health confirms Belize’s 19th case of COVID-19. This new case comes approximately 53 days after the last four cases were reported on April 13, 2020. Belize’s 19th case is a 27-year old male who arrived on Saturday, May 23. His returning cruise ship was a […]