What You Should And Shouldn’t Do When Visiting A Maya Site in Belize
Belize remains one of the few places in the region where those visiting a Maya temple are allowed to climb the ancient monuments. You don’t realize what an incredible privilege it is to do so until you are faced with the green expanse rolling beneath you as you gaze from the summit of, say, El […]
Take a Deep Dive into Belize’s Culture & History at These Museums
Perhaps one of the best ways to learn more about destination, museums play an important role in preserving the heritage of a country. From art to music to history and even science, there’s a type of museum to fit every niche and interest one can think of. Whether you’re a history buff, you’re learning to […]
The Remarkable Journey of Travellers Liquors Limited: A Belizean Legacy
Travellers Liquors Limited, a Belizean company that has etched its name in the rum industry, began its remarkable journey in the 1950s. What started as a small bar in Belize City has since transformed into an internationally recognized brand, thanks to the creativity, foresight, and determination of its founder, Don Omario. Today, Travellers continues to […]
15 Creole Phrases To Learn Before Visiting Belize
The Creole are one of the many ethnic groups that make up Belize’s cultural diversity. As such, most Belizeans speak English and Creole, or “Kriol,” as a part of our Belizean identity. Before you visit, have some fun with learning a few phrases of Creole to feel right at home. Who Are the Kriol? The […]
Lubaantun and the Crystal Skull – Everything You Need To Know
Who needs Agatha Christie when Belize is home to one of the most mysterious tales of all? If all things historic and mysterious buoy your imagination, traveling to distant places like Egypt and Istanbul where ancient archaeological sites proliferate could eat up your bank account and your calendar. But why spend hours on a plane and […]
Regenerative Artisan Experiences through Belizean Cultures
Belize is not the hidden gem it once was, tucked away from the world. In the past few years, many have ventured beyond the pristine beaches to the jungles lying inland, which hold unbelievable adventures that are only just being discovered. But there’s one more colorful aspect that adds to the vibrancy that is the […]
THE WINDING ROAD TO CARACOL: Belize’s Largest Ancient Maya City
Located 500 meters above sea level on the Vaca Plateau in the foothills of the Maya Mountains, the Caracol Maya Site is one of the highest points in Belize. From its center rises a towering pyramid known as Caana or Sky Palace—to this day, it is the tallest structure in Belize. Not only is Caracol […]
Cultural Experiences in Belize That Will Change Your Outlook On Life
Going into 2022, we will see a significant shift in the way people travel. No longer are millennials looking for Instagrammable spots, but instead are setting their sights on something deeper: community. According to Booking.com’s 2022 travel trends report, 58% of travelers agree it’s important that their trip is beneficial to the destination’s local community. […]
NatGeo higlights Caracol as a Maya Metropolis in Belize
“What does it mean to say a city is “lost”? We know where to find the remains of most great ancient cities, and many places commonly considered to have been lost were not unknown to regional societies. What is lost typically is not the location of a city so much as its story, its life […]
Meander Into The Maya Underworld: Capturing The Cover at Barton Creek Cave
Eustress. A feeling to dare forward: excitement, adrenaline, fulfillment, and achievement, all balled up in one notion to push past the boundaries of a comfort zone. And once you’re enveloped by darkness and the unknown, that spells out spelunking. Frankly, going caving is cool, to begin with, but when it’s into a ceremonial cave to […]