Why Belize Must Move to Ban Gillnets
It took five responsible divers and one equally zealous resort director to once again call attention to Belize’s gillnet ban. Having worked hard to build a reputation for being a Western Hemisphere leader in oceanic conservation, Belize took a step backward on November 15, 2019, when Ray Caye dive masters happened upon 450-feet of gillnetting […]
Altun Ha: An Amazing Archaeological Site to Visit in Belize
Altun Ha is one of several important Maya sites that dot Belize. Although Altun Ha is still being explored, it has already given archaeologists and historians important clues about the way the Maya lived, traded and developed their economies. Where Is Altun Ha Located? The site is about 30 miles from Belize City and it […]
Wildlife Sanctuaries
Wildlife is one of Belize’s best-kept treasures with about 145 species of mammals, 139 species of reptiles, and over 500 species of birds; it is an absolute wonderland and such a beautiful sight for our travellers. Which means it is of key importance that the wildlife is protected from hunters and poachers, so as to keep […]
A Look Back At The Citrus Industry
Citrus Pioneers Citrus is the oldest and most important agro-industry in the country. Old records show that citrus was being grown in British Honduras as far back as 1859. In the Stann Creek Valley, since 1913, when three gentlemen decided to become investors in a joint venture. Three pioneers, a colonial surgeon, Doctor Smith Osborne […]
Three Perfect Days in Caye Caulker
Caye Caulker, a laid back island located 20 miles north-northeast of Belize City, is the perfect beach vacation option. Attracting visitors due to its proximity to the Belize Barrier Reef and access to incredible diving and snorkeling, it is one of the most popular destinations visited in Belize. Looking to visit the island? Here is how […]
Tacos Galore in Belize
Tacos Galore Whether your favorite taco is Al Pastor, Carnitas, Chorizo, Street Tacos, or Asada, everyone can agree on how versatile they can be. Simply put: tacos make people happy. Tacos are traditionally served as warm corn/maize tortillas stuffed with many different types of juicy, marinated meat and spices. As a country that has always […]
Chaya: The Maya Spinach in Belizean Cuisine
Throughout the Yucatan, Quintana Roo, and Belize, there is a precious green superfood called Chaya, which forms a vital element of Maya-Mestizo cuisine. In Belize, especially for village dwellers, we learned to eat from the bounty of the land. It is customary for a Chaya tree to be a part of any home garden. Fortunately, […]
Salt Life Belize
San Pedro’s newest development community is shaping up to be more than just a place to retire or invest. The next 2 years are going to be bringing big changes to South Ambergris Caye. Salt Life Belize, located 3.5 South of the San Pedro Airport is bringing a lot of life to this end of […]
Woodcutters of British Honduras
During the 16 and 1700’s explorers and conquistadors from Spain and England were colonizing the “New World” in search of wealth and territories for their monarchs. The lure of Belize was the riches of its interior, proximity to the American colonies, the familiar English language, and most importantly access to the Caribbean Sea. Groups of […]
Belize’s Latest Art Exhibit with Yaoling Lee
Belize’s art pulse beats strong, with new artists emerging constantly. Within, Belizean resident Yaoling Lee premieres her newest art exhibit at the historic Museum of Belize with “The River of Art Flows Everywhere”. The Taiwanese-Belizean artist exhibits 63 art pieces of f Oil Paintings, Watercolour, Plein Air, and Charcoal. Using Belizean men and women as […]