Shouldn’t every vacation be a celebration? After all, you’re leaving your work, cares, and responsibilities behind. If you’ve been lucky enough to book a holiday at Belize’s Hamanasi Resort, you’ll jump for joy knowing that here, cultural celebrations – and first-class service – are simply the norm.
Come any time; a celebration awaits you
Given the diverse heritages that have merged into this true melting pot of a nation, you’ll find a wealth of opportunities to join the fun during your stay in Belize.
In the spring months, enjoy the country’s unique Holy Week celebrations. Visitors return annually for four-day fests that run the gamut from sports competitions to religious pageantry. Or, celebrate National Heroes and Benefactors Day in March – an ode to all those who have helped to build Belize.
In September, it’s all about celebrating Belize, with the country’s Independence Day observed on the 21st. During this month, enjoy a plethora of activities—including regattas, carnivals, fishing tournaments, song competitions, and mega-parties.
Of course, one of the biggest, most joyous, and most can’t-miss celebrations, especially for anyone spending time in Southern Belize, takes place on November 19th: Garifuna Settlement Day, celebrating the arrival of the first Garifuna people in 1832. Awash in traditional music, dancing, and especially drumming, this festival of thanksgiving and tradition draws folks from around the world every year. In Hopkins, the heart of Garifuna culture in Belize, expect tons of fun and festivities, including drumming and dancing.
A Wanaragua Dancer. Photo Courtesy of Hamanasi
Meanwhile, the year-end holiday season is a fusion of cultural celebrations. It includes Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Eve, so visitors get their fill of celebratory fun, food, pageantry, and more. In Southern Belize, expect to catch a glimpse of the captivating Wanaragua – or Jankunu-, a traditional Garifuna dance observed during the Christmas season.
Enjoy a sojourn that exemplifies authenticity and luxury
Photo by Hamanasi guest Anja Phenix (@thedroneangel on Instagram)
The resort you choose for a vacation can make or break a stay, and if you’d like to be spoiled and pampered, only Hamanasi Resort will do. This 2023 “Best of the Best” TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice award winner is the ideal “home-away-from-home” during any of the celebratory trips you take to Belize.
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- Hamanasi Resort Photo by Ben Kim
Situated on Belize’s southern coast, the beauty and majesty of this resort take a back seat to the amazing level of hospitality you can expect during your stay, and all-inclusive packages are filled with extras that will leave you delighted. Accommodations are lush and varied, dining is elegant, and if you’ve longed for a vacation at a Caribbean property that offers proximity to jungles and pristine beaches, this is it.
But don’t take our word for it. Here is a taste of what guests have been saying:
No matter what time of year you choose to stay, there’s no doubt that you’ll be celebrating the fact that you made the right resort choice in no time.
Featured Photo by Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort
