Africans in Belize
The earliest African arrivals to Belize, then known as British Honduras, appears in a text penned by a Spanish missionary in 1724. Said text claims that the British had been importing slaves from Jamaica and Bermuda; in truth, the British had claimed the territory we now know as Belize in the middle of the 1600s. […]
Ray Caye: This Sunny Belize Island is Like No Other
Join the eco-off-the-grid community at a brand new haven that represents the future of resort tourism. According to MarketWatch, people in today’s society have become so enmeshed in their digital lives, some suffer health crises when their electronic devices disappear or fail to work. Taking advantage of this reality, writer Kari Paul took a deep […]
Best Spas in Belize
No matter what part of the year you choose to visit Belize; going to the spa is always a great idea. Many people look for complete relaxation and a holistic approach for their wellbeing, while others prefer something more luxurious and upscale. Luckily, this destination offers all that and more. From being near the jungle […]
Adventure in Belize
Belize is hands down one of the best destinations for you to visit – all 8,867 square miles of it. From its lush and beautiful jungles to breathtaking and scenic hills to its relaxing and refreshing sandy beaches and azure blue Caribbean Sea. Belize is home to many ecosystems and biodiversity, all of which you […]
A Black & White Christmas Affair – Belizean Fruit Cake Recipes
One of the highlights when visiting any country is the food. It’s what brings people together. Sharing a meal with family and friends is the most communal and binding thing as it is at the root of our survival. It is a great vehicle for sharing culture with people from different backgrounds and simply the […]
Coffee, Wake Up Your Skin
Many awake with a morning pour, but how many know the benefits of coffee for our pores? While you may commonly associate coffee with waking up in the morning, it is also a fantastic, natural addition to your skincare regimen. Here are a few ways that you can easily incorporate your coffee grounds into your […]
Christmas in Belize
What can you expect from a Christmas in Belize? Though our coconut palms don’t dress up quite as pretty as your traditional conifers on Christmas – the sun-soaked coast, sparkling blue waters, and famously friendly people make Belize an irresistible tropical escape for the holidays. With average temperatures ranging between 71°F (22°C) to 80°F (27°C) during December, it’s […]
5 Perfect Days in Placencia
Placencia, a small coastal village in the South, is a popular vacation spot in Belize with access to both marine and jungle adventures. Situated on the Southernmost tip of a narrow, sandy peninsula, this quaint village offers laidback beach vacation options and off-the-beaten-path adventures. Wondering how to spend your time on the peninsula? What makes […]
The Creole People of Belize
The Creole people in Belize are those with some amount of African blood. They are the descendants of African slaves who were brought to Belize in the 1700s and 1800s. Some also are descended from those who immigrated from Africa. The Creole people once encompassed about 60 percent of the Belize population. However, many of […]
Garifuna Music
In Garifuna culture, music accompanies most activities, often spontaneously and everyone participates. There are no “stars” in the commercial sense, and even children learn and take part as an endemic part of their formation. Garifuna is a rich amalgam of all the elements of cultural traditions that they are fortunate to have inherited. Besides the […]