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Many kayak packages include equipment, guides, cooks and diving. Some packages feature fresh water excursions up river and a rainforest experience. Continue reading
In Belize, the culture of Lobster Festivals is a beckoning engagement for the senses and a chance to be timeless in the immaculate destinations awaiting your discovery. These tantalizing Caribbean seafood fiestas are overflowing with aromas and a plateau of … Continue reading
Experience less of a float trip, more of an adventure. Cave tubing in Belize puts you on the lookout for crocodiles, iguanas and howler monkeys. You float past limestone and crystal formations where ancient Maya people once worshipped. Continue reading
With mounting excitement for cashew mania, make sure to visit this year’s “Cashew Festival of Crooked Tree-Belize”, an invitation to savor unique local dishes infused with the seasonal abundance of the tasty cashew fruit! Continue reading
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, established in 1990 is world renowned for being the first jaguar reserve. This “one of a kind” reserve was established as a result of jaguar studies conducted in the area by Alan Rabinowitz. Besides being the … Continue reading
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Belize is a rewarding, authentic destination for travelers in search of unique, intimate experiences in a Caribbean/Central American getaway. A Belize vacation will stir your soul, expand your mind and change your life. Serenely situated in one of the last … Continue reading
Don’t miss the chance to mingle and enjoy one of the largest 3-day events of Belize, this May 3rd – 5th, 2013, held in the country’s Capital, Belmopan. With an expected 32,000 attendees, this event is geared toward all ages, and has developed over a period of years, into a show of the diversity in Belize. Continue reading
Its almost perfect circular shape made it very popular amongst tourists who often visit this place. This place is most attractive for scuba divers who are exploring the depths of this hole. It is known that there are a plenty of cave networks in this place. Divers are also attracted with plenty of rare animal species and forms of life which can be found only in this place. Continue reading
Chocolate lovers have an even sweeter excuse to discover Belize, as the annual “Chocolate Festival of Belize” provides 3-days of indulgence starting May 24 – 26, 2013! With rooted Maya history in cacao production, this anticipated event captures the traditional … Continue reading
The tapir, known as the “mountain cow ” in Belize, are forest dwellers, active mostly at night as they forage along river banks and forest clearings. They feed on grasses, aquatic vegetation, leaves, buds, and fruits of the low-growing shrubs. … Continue reading
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Wishing your Easter is filled with love, peace, joys of spring and the season’s blessings! Continue reading
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Placencia’s sandy beach, Placencia Tim Rock Lonely Planet Photographer © Copyright Lonely Planet Images 2011
The boat-billed heron is commonly known as the boatbill and lives in mangrove swamps from Mexico south, Belize, Peru and Brazil. It is nocturnal and its bill seems to be extremely sensitive and opens at the merest touch, drawing in water and prey. Continue reading
Spring Break fun in Belize is unlike any other destination, from cultural influences to an enrich experience, you are sure to walk away with a lifetime of memories! Continue reading
Set sail for the challenge of Belize, a unique treasure in the sailing world. As an expert sailor, you’ll be challenged by stiff winds, strong currents and the Belize Barrier Reef; hidden coral heads make navigation tricky. Sail along or … Continue reading
Conch meat is very popular in the Caribbean Islands as well as in Belize where it is usually made as a stew or soup and served with white rice or as an appetizer in the form of fritters. Continue reading
At right – Kinich Ahau – The Maya Sun God. Ever since its discovery, the jade head has been the subject of much controversy among Belizeans. For years most of us have believed that, shortly after its discovery, this unique Maya masterpiece was spirited out of the country and never returned to its rightful home. Continue reading
Start the tradition as this event celebrates its 15th Anniversary this March 11th, 2013! La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge was designed in recognition of Belize’s Ancient Maya settlers’ historic usage of the rivers to travel and transport goods throughout the country. This race was created by Richard Harrison of Big-H Enterprises as a means of uniting different groups consisting of professional and amateur racers in a fun and enduring match, for the records! Continue reading
Belize has a wealth of tropical fruits, and if you are visiting this beautiful country on vacation, make sure you take the time to sample some healthy local treats. Continue reading
Salbutes is one of my favorite Belizean staples. In this blog post I will provide you with the recipe on how you can make salbutes. Continue reading
Located on the coast of the Caribbean Sea in Central America, the Placencia Peninsula is an ideal Caribbean getaway with subtropical weather moderated by sea breezes and average year round day and night time temperatures of 75-80°F (24-27°C). The Caribbean Sea water temperature also stays around 80°F (27°C) year-round. Continue reading
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Tagged Belize, belize travel, belize weather, Caribbean Sea, central america belize placencia, placencia belize, placencia belize travel, weather in belize placencia, when is a good time to visit belize, when is a good time to visit placencia
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In this blog post we will feature the National Bird of Belize – The Keel-billed Toucan. The Keel-billed Toucan is a colorful Latin American member of the toucan family and is also the national bird of Belize. Known as the “bill bird” locally, the bill of this bird is vivid and is composed of the following colors: yellow, orange, red, green and black. Continue reading
The Guinness World Records -a reference book published annually, containing a collection of world records, both human achievements and the extremes of the natural world named the Main Street in Placencia the “World’s Narrowest Street.” Continue reading
Located in Southern Belize, the peninsula of Placencia has some of the country’s most beautiful and spectacular beaches and these together with a vast array of inexpensive and comfortable accommodations make it an ideal vacation destination. Placencia Village is also a perfect base to explore many of the top attractions in southern Belize. Below we have compiled the best tours you must do while vacationing in Placencia: Continue reading
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Tagged Attractions in Placencia Belize, belize travel placencia, Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary Tour Placencia Belize, explore maya temples from placencia belize, Monkey River Tour, placencia belize diving and snorkeling tours, placencia belize sailing tours, placencia fishing tours, Things to do in Placencia Belize
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A charming and gorgeous Peninsula in Southern Belize, Placencia is an ideal vacation destination to do many fun things. Below are five fun activities that you can do when you are in Placencia: Explore Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary This is … Continue reading
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Placencia has a long history of occupation starting with the Maya who established at least 14 sites around the Placencia Lagoon. They were principally engaged in the making of salt as well as participating in the extensive coastal trade. Continue reading
Travelers and locals to the Placencia Peninsula during February 16th and 17th, will find added delight in the artistic beautification of this destination, as the Placencia Sidewalk Arts & Music Festival creates a colorful display of local talent alongside the historic beach sidewalk. Continue reading
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During the months of March, April, May, and June around the full moon, giant whale sharks can be seen at the Gladden Split Marine Reserve in Placencia Belize. Continue reading
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According to Travel Belize, Placencia is a peninsula and Creole village on the Caribbean coast, located in the Stann Creek district. You’ll find 16 miles of white sands here, surrounded by mangroves, rainforest and ancient Mayan ruins. This tropical location offers plenty of activities but not too much by way of attractions. You’ll need to let the sea, surf and sand be attractions all by themselves to truly get the best out of Placencia. Continue reading
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The villagers enjoy the easy life as much as visitors – as you’ll find out during Lobster-Fest, celebrated over a fun-filled weekend in late June, shortly after the opening of the lobster season. You could also try to visit during the Sidewalk Arts Festival, held around Valentine’s Day, when you can meet some of the artists and musicians of Belize’s vibrant arts scene. Continue reading
Scuba divers and snorkelers from across the globe come to Belize for water adventures that are unlike those anywhere else. Your experiences are authentic and unspoiled, like the country itself. Belize is definitely unique in every aspect. Continue reading
How you feel about Placencia depends on why you’ve come to Belize: if it’s seaside pleasures and tourists you’re after, you’ve come to the right place. But if you were hoping to get off the beaten path, forget it: the path to Placencia is not merely beaten, it is professionally flogged. Continue reading
Today we would like to show you a map of Placencia Village. Our Placencia resort is located near the airstrip – maybe like five to ten minutes away. As you can see we are very close to Placencia Village, South … Continue reading
Lunar cycles play a vital role in fishing and nowhere in Belize as grandiosely as at Gladden Spit Marine Reserve off the coast of Placencia in southern Belize. Continue reading
What is a vacation, if not a chance to do something new and exciting? In Belize with scores of reef, beach and inland activities to choose from, this is your chance for adventures of your own making. With so much … Continue reading
Located in the Caribbean Coast of Stann Creek District, Placencia is one of the most popular travel destination in Belize. Below are six interesting facts about Placencia. 1.) In the 17th Century, Placencia was settled by the English Puritans who … Continue reading
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By Hazel Morgan According to Travel Belize, Placencia is a peninsula and Creole village on the Caribbean coast, located in the Stann Creek district. You’ll find 16 miles of white sands here, surrounded by mangroves, rainforest and ancient Mayan ruins. … Continue reading
Fishing is great all along the coast of Belize, from the Port Honduras and Punta Icacos lagoon of Toledo to Rocky Point on Ambergris Caye. Any of the many rivers which empty into the Caribbean along Belize’s coasts can guarantee a daily catch. All kinds of fishing can be done — spin, fly, trolling – all year long, and the abundance of game fish guarantees excellent sport fishing. Continue reading
Even our guests try to find a good way to spell Laru Beya Resort & Villas. Continue reading
A popular tour that is a must do while vacationing in Placencia is the Monkey River Tour. This adventurous tour offers an excellent opportunity to learn about the flora and fauna of Belize while spotting howler monkeys, gibnuts, deers, ocelots, peccaries, tapirs, coatimundis and agoutis Continue reading
After having walked in Placencia for a few minutes , I hitched a ride to go to Seine Bight. Bumpy road, rather, more of a sandy road. Having been on the vehicle for a mere 5 minutes, we got ditched into the sand and stayed there for a couple hours trying to get the vehicle out. Continue reading
Here are three exciting and fun things to do in Belize: Scuba Diving With underwater visibility routinely extending to 200 feet, divers of all age and abilities find their way to Belize. Divers are eager to explore the spur and … Continue reading
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Tagged Belize, Belize has world class fishing, Blue Hole Belize, Fishing Trips in Belize, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Punta Icacos Lagoon in the south, Scuba Diving in Placencia, seasonal whale shark encounters at Gladden Spit, Snorkeling in Placencia Belize, South Water Caye Marine Reserve, Sports Fishing in Belize
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When you travel to Belize, you will take part in a host of extraordinary, untrodden experiences, but you wont feel like a stranger in this land. One of the most endearing aspects of the Belizean people is their ability to achieve a very real and intimate connection with visitors from any country and every walk of life. The warm and friendly welcome youll receive in Belize combined with the breathtaking adventures youll experience will stir your soul, expand your mind and forever change your life. Continue reading
Placencia Village sits at the end of
a beautiful 16 mile white sand peninsula. Continue reading
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Laru Beya Resort and Villas are absolutely perfect for a couples getaway or family fun!!! We attended a wedding in May 7, 2011 on the beach! My husband and I can not wait to go back. The rooms are very comfortable and decorated perfectly. Continue reading
For vacationers dreaming of unspoiled, sun-kissed beaches, spectacular sea views and a laid-back atmosphere where “stress” is not allowed, Placencia is THE location in southern Belize. Continue reading
