Belize, with its long coastline fronting the Caribbean Sea, and close access to the second-biggest coral reef in the world, is a paradise for anyone who enjoys snorkeling and scuba diving. The Belize Barrier Reef provides shelter and feeding for thousands of unique species of marine life. With abundant small islands and atolls dotting the length of the reef, divers and snorkelers in Belize can…
A narrow stretch of golden sand beaches along the Caribbean measuring 16 miles long but just half a mile wide, the Placencia Peninsula is one of the best places to enjoy some fishing in Belize. Whether you prefer a quiet spot on the flats to attempt a Caribbean Grand Slam or prefer some spin casting out on the reef, the Placencia Peninsula and nearby area…
November is here, marking the beginning of the “high season” and one of the absolute best times to visit this remarkable country. The rains of summer are over, and November is a month of long, sunny days and deliciously warm temperatures topping out at around 83°F (28°C). November is also when competition heats up between airlines, making it easier to get great deals on airfare….
Lonely Planet, one of the largest publishers of travel guides in the world, has just published their list of the top 10 countries to visit in 2019 which includes Belize. Noted for its gorgeous offshore islands (called “cayes” locally) and pristine rainforests, Belize was recommended by Lonely Planet for being relatively “untouristed” and having a government firmly committed to protecting and preserving the natural environment….
The leaves on the trees may still be in the process of changing, but the time to plan your amazing Christmas vacation in Belize is now! With more than 400 offshore islands, gorgeous sandy white beaches, and sunny, warm weather all winter long, the Christmas season is the most popular time to visit Belize. It’s very easy to get to Belize. Affordable airfare deals can…
The ancient Maya are renowned for their highly accurate calendars developed from highly accurate astronomical observations as well as their enormous stone pyramids that still dot the landscape of Belize today. But a recent discovery has revealed how the Maya fed an estimated one million people – with a large-scale salt factory to preserve fish and meat. A new paper published in the Proceedings of…
The ancient Maya civilization was one of the most advanced societies ever created. The ancient Maya built colossal pyramids in the middle of the jungle, created the world’s most advanced calendar, and recorded detailed astronomical observations that accurately predicted eclipses and other events. And while the ancient Maya civilization began somewhere in Mexico, it was in Belize that they achieved their greatest accomplishments. Archeologists estimate…
The wild, pristine beauty of Belize offers something to inspire even the most jaded traveler. Ranging from thick jungles, home to colorful birds and exotic animals, to deep caves where ancient Maya priests once sacrificed children to their bloodthirsty gods, there is truly something remarkable to see and explore in every corner of Belize. Of course, the “showstopper” in Belize is the offshore reef, the…
Sometimes known as the Great Blue Hole, the Belize Blue Hole is a gorgeous natural phenomenon located inside the lagoon of the Lighthouse Atoll approximately 43 miles off the coast of Belize City. Measuring more than 300 meters (980 feet) across and 100 meters (350 feet) across, the Blue Hole is an almost perfectly circular body of deep blue water that was created more than…
This year, residents of Minnesota and the Upper Midwest will have the option to enjoy a getaway winter vacation to the sunny shores of Belize in Central America. Sun Country Airlines, based in Minneapolis, has just announced that it will begin flying to Belize for the first time ever beginning on December 22, 2018. Each Saturday throughout the 2018/19 winter season, Sun Country Airlines will…