Four More Repatriation Flights from Belize by United Airlines in June
Though now is not the time to travel, some international visitors were left stranded by immediate border closures and government travel restrictions. In Belize, the Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA) and all borders were closed in mid-March to all leisurely travel. Though for North Americans stranded in Belize, four (4) more reparation flights have now become […]
Jetset Magazine features Coral Caye – A Family Coppola Hideaways
Jetset Magazine features the beautiful Coral Caye in its latest article “Future Travel Plans: Private Island Experience at Coral Caye, Belize”. Fit for a romantic, restorative or adventurous getaway, Coral Caye is a private island retreat on the cusp of Belize’s world-famous barrier reef. As the Placencia coastline fades away in the short 25-minutes boat ride, so does […]
Octopus Encounters in Belize | Night Diving at Hol Chan
Scuba divers in Belize thrilled to encounter octopus hunting at night in Hol Chan Octopus are one of the most bizarre and fascinating creatures on the reef. They are also one of the most intelligent. Possessing problems solving skills, phenomenal memories, complex social structures, and reasoning ability, they are the most intelligent invertebrates on the […]
Belize: A Sanctuary for Manatees
Manatees are some of the most unusual and interesting marine mammals in the world. There are 800 to 1000 individuals that call Belize home, with its coastline highly conducive to manatee life. These playful and gentle giants, often described as “Sea Cows,” live in shallow and warm waters. They have a very slow metabolism, so […]
Belizean Awarded by Queen Elizabeth for Exemplary COVID-19 Service
Everyday, millions of people act on their power for good. These individuals use their hearts, hands, and minds to help strengthen communities and solve persistent problems. As such, the Point of Light Awards is an homage to their stories to inspire others so we may each, in our own way, answer the call to make a difference. […]
A Timeline of COVID-19 in Belize
Since the COVID-19 coronavirus was declared a pandemic in March 2020, Belize’s timeline started simultaneously. Developments happened quickly, by the day, though Belize went 53 days without a new case. As such, the disruption of our daily routines and schedules may have caused us to lose track of the timeline of events that transpired since […]
TSA Prepares for Safe Summer Vacations
With the Memorial Day holiday weekend kicking off the start of summer, the Transportation Security Administration (TSSA) is focusing on safety for a very different travel season amidst COVID-19. TSA has made changes to their security screening process in airports to reduce the potential for cross-contamination security checkpoint, to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. […]
IOM Organizes Repatriation for Belizeans Stranded in Latin America
Among border closures across the globe, including Belize’s own, Belizeans are stranded abroad seeking repatriation. As such, the Іntеrnаtіоnаl Оrgаnіzаtіоn fоr Міgrаtіоn (IОМ) in Belize is working to repatriate Belizeans stranded in Latin America; specifically, from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. Belize’s COVID-19 timeline included border closures for Belizean nationals trying to enter, or leave, the […]
The Caves Branch Experience
If adventure is a top priority on your vacation then experience Ian Anderson’s Caves Branch, an oasis tucked away in Belize’s lush rainforest! Just off the Hummingbird Highway, this jungle lodge boasts a 20 year history in Belize – now home to some of the most thrilling and adventurous tours Belize has to offer. What first […]
Royal Belize named in Fodor’s Top 12 Private Islands
If you’ve been relishing the same view outside your window for the past few weeks, no one blames you for imagining yourself on a Belize private island instead. Think about it: You’re still following the rules of self-isolation. Only this time, you’d be surrounded by the Caribbean Sea’s gentle waters and soft white sands. Your […]