One of the most talked about new trends is the 4-day work week that’s becoming commonplace in the U.S. Four-day work weeks are also creating a new vacation niche for people with shorter work weeks. This emerging trend has spurred Laru Beya Resort on Belize’s Placencia peninsula to promote a 4-day getaway that is equally beneficial because short, intermittent getaways accomplish so many goals: Go…
To whom do you turn for travel advice? Uncle Richard who fancies himself a global traveler and offers advice before you ask for it? Perhaps you count on the Internet to ferret out tips on specific destinations that you’re interested in exploring. Some people are so fascinated by other cultures and societies, they keep scrapbooks of clippings from travel magazines, pining over text and images…
All-inclusive resorts are not just hot; they’re sizzling. You’ll find them throughout Central America but there’s only one place you can go to find a resort where everyone speaks English: Belize. Thanks to its former status as a UK colony, English remains the nation’s first language. But which all-inclusive resort has your name written all over it? Laru Beya Resort, a premier property that offers…
Eleanor Tweddell’s credentials are impressive. Her career as a life coach, mentor, writer, podcaster, communications consultant, and author are stellar, but she considers her most important role is that of “wild adventure promoter.” After realizing that most people are so afraid of their wildest dreams, they ignore them, she decided to help clients vanquish their fears. Have you been ignoring your desire for a wild…
Frequently referred to as “one of the world’s most influential brands,” Conde Nast never met a media challenge the company couldn’t conquer. Whether venturing into the realm of print, video, film, digital, audio, or social, the amount of influence this powerful conglomerate wields is built on a solid foundation of credibility and innovation, harkening back to founder Condé Montrose Nast. He began empire building in…
You might think that the humble lobster is nothing more than a tasty seafood dish that comes with a huge price tag, but in fact, lobster lore associated with this feisty crustacean is the stuff of legends. Marina Santos was so curious, she authored a paper for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Sea Grant Program that refuted tales that lobster in 1770’s New England was…
From England to Portugal, and from U.S. southern towns to exotic Asian ports, fishing villages have morphed into tourist destinations for very compelling reasons: They’re charming, nostalgic, and retain a “taste of yesterday” when life was decidedly more laid-back. If you don’t have time to fly around the world to visit one, you’ll find that Belize is home to one of the most charming examples…
If you’re heading to Belize this summer, we’ve got 5 recommendations for “can’t miss” spots guaranteed to delight and impress based on endless recommendations from tourists who are not shy about expressing their opinions. You’ll likely join this universe – even if you don’t get to every one! 1. The Belize Barrier Reef. Astronauts spot it from the stratosphere but seeing it up close can…
Any idea why the words Earth Day appear in the April 22nd square on your calendar? This day of commemoration salutes awareness of the same issues that continue to plague today’s world: Toxic, polluted air, hazardous waste dumped into waterways, and other environmental offenses that make people and animals sick. Until 1970, it was legal to release harmful agents and there wasn’t a thing people,…
Once upon a time, spring break almost always straddled the Spring Equinox which took place this year on March 20, 2023. But spring break dates are anything but uniform these days, so if you’ve got students attending different colleges, it may feel like spring break 2023 is endless! Since you’re already an expert at managing your kids’ disruptive college and school schedules throughout Covid, we…