It never fails- as soon as I feel that first chill in the air, when the leaves begin changing colors and preparing to drop for the winter, I start daydreaming of a tropical getaway. Picturing a place of eternal sunshine and shorts. Where it is warm all year long and the coldest thing around is the beer. A place of sparkling sea and verdant foliage. A place like Belize! Here is why, when the weather turns colder up north, you should fly south for a Fall or Winter getaway to Belize.
An Easy Choice for a Quick Getaway
Belize offers visitors so much more than just sun-kissed beaches and cool cocktails. Far more fulfilling than the standard resort-style vacation, a trip to Belize can be filled with adventure, discovery, culture, and new cuisine. Being English-speaking and in close proximity to the US and Canada makes Belize an easy choice for North Americans to conveniently reach and then comfortably navigate.
A small country in both territory and population, Belize is big on biodiversity and small-town charm. Belizeans are happy to chat and point you toward delicious street food or fun activities. The country is miles away from ordinary, but it feels as familiar as home.
Get the Best of Both Worlds in Belize This Fall or Winter
With miles of coastline and hundreds of little islands in the Caribbean Sea plus the dense jungles and captivating remnants of the ancient Maya empire of Central America, Belize is a best-of-both-worlds destination. Steeped in history and ripe with culture, this is a vacation you’ll never be bored on. Whether you’re exploring the colorful street markets or the thriving coral of the barrier reef, Belize offers its visitors picturesque scenes and thrilling experiences. Beat the gray days and winter doldrums with tropical adventures and sunshine.
Get Here (And Get Around) With Ease
Photo by ROEming Belize
A mere two-hour flight from Florida, getting to Belize may be quicker and easier than you expect. Carriers with flights to and from the country are United, Delta, American, Sun Country (from Minneapolis), Alaska Airlines, Southwest, WestJet, Canada Air, and beginning this fall- JetBlue. Getting around within Belize is a piece of cake as well; two tiny local airlines provide quick connecting flights to many of the popular destinations throughout the country. Highspeed ferries and private boat transfers to the islands abound or you can hire taxi or shuttle services for land travel. If you are a bit independent and intrepid you can rent a vehicle and guide yourself through vast tracts of savannah, rolling farmland, through dense jungle, and steep mountains—road signage is in English!
When the weather turns chilly at home, escape to beautiful Belize and thaw out under the Caribbean sun. No matter your vacation preferences, you’ll find the perfect itinerary here. From world-class diving and snorkeling to sport fishing and sailing along the reef, water babies love Belize. The history, culture, agrotourism, and adventures of the mainland entice and excite travelers looking for that off-the-beaten-path type of experience. Not the average island vacation, a retreat that provides more than simple relaxation, it will ignite your wanderlust and spark your spirit. Drop the snow shovel and grab your passport, swap out your boots for sandals and come recharge yourself in Belize this Fall or Winter.
