If you’re the curious sort, you may wonder how certain words wind up in dictionaries. It’s the job of lexicographers whose responsibilities are to keep these guides updated and current. One interesting example of a word that morphed into contemporary use and remains approved by all lexicographers is “chill.” Chill is a versatile word. A noun, verb, or adjective, origins of “cele” or “ciele” are…
If you are a cave or archaeology enthusiast and you are staying in Placencia Village and do not want to leave the Peninsula, then you must explore as many ruins as possible on full-day tours. Of course, you could type “Mayan ruins near me” in search or just read the blog below to find out about six Mayan ruins near Placencia, Belize, several of which…
Abundant rainfall, balmy temperatures, and huge swathes of pristine land make Belize one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet. More than 4,000 different native flowering plants can be found in Belize as well as more than 700 different species of trees and other flora. Scientists have only just begun to catalog all of the different plants in the country, a difficult task as…
One of the best ways to get the most out of your vacation is to attend one of the many Belize festivals and live events that occur in the country throughout the year. Belize is a true melting pot society where diverse cultures such as the Maya, Mestizos, Creole, and Garifuna each contribute their own traditions and celebrations involving food, fun, and history. Here are…
The Belizean culture is unlike anything else on Earth. It’s a unique blending of many different influences, ranging from the Spanish Mestizos, to the German Mennonites, and the Ancient Maya. Today, aspects of these people live on in the nation of Belize and its folktales.
Every nation celebrates ethnic holidays to recognize the importance of their unique cultural heritages, but in Belize, Garifuna Settlement Day on November 19th is so important, it lasts an entire week! One of the most homogeneous societies in Central America, Belize has become the proud homeland of myriad cultures, but few are as colorful and friendly as the Garifuna people whose roots stretch back to…
When was the first time you heard someone describe a performance as a “perfect 10”? It’s the ultimate compliment for skating and gymnastics competitors, and those who recall classic films are likely to remember 10 as the criteria British actor Dudley Moore used to describe the woman of his dream in the movie, “10.” Did you know that 10 is an ideal number of people…
Have you ever wondered why some promotional offers are called sales while others are referred to as flash sales? There is a distinction. Regular sales are run-of-the-mill promotions while flash sales emulate the descriptors: Anyone wishing to take advantage of a flash sale can’t dawdle because they run for very short time periods and require prompt responses. Flash sales are the bane of procrastinators! If…
A Belize all inclusive vacation has the power to add years to your life Admit it: the last time you declared “Enough!” and decided to relax and recharge was so long ago, you can’t put your finger on the year, much less the exact date. It happens. You are fully caught up in a life that can make you wish you were an octopus with…
In honor of Placencia’s proud history as a vibrant fishing village, for the 8th year in a row, a fun fishing tournament will be held when the 2023 Placencia Lobsterfest takes place between July 14th and July 16th. Which day is most important? Saturday the 15th. That’s the day avid fishing fans will show up to compete, and you’re welcome to come up with any…