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A Foodie’s Guide to the Top Flavors of Southern Belize

Forget Paris and put your trip to New York City on hold. The temperatures currently registered in both cities are high enough to make you realize that it’s not worth a visit to either city, despite their reputations as international cuisine hubs. Instead, head south to Belize where temperatures are cooler and where Caribbean breezes are so refreshing, you’ll enjoy every moment of your visit….

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Why This Underrated Beach Town Keeps Travelers Coming Back

In case you haven’t heard the news, “underrated” beach towns are trending because “quiet coastal escapes are in, and crowded tourist traps are out,” say trend trackers working on behalf of the international Best Western Hotel chain. Why this shift in preferences? Travelers are watching their budgets more carefully, given the threat of tariffs expected to impact North America, and they’re specifically seeking out destinations…

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Monkey Around All You Want During This Monkey River Tour From Placencia

Primates evoke a sense of humanity we can all identify with—even those of us who didn’t follow in the footsteps of primatologists like Louis B. Leaky, Jane Goodall, or Dian Fossey. Nor did most of us spend time at Africa’s Olduvai Gorge where anthropologists discovered some of the earliest human fossils and bone tools on Earth. Fortunately, there are primates closer to home in the…

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7 Tips For Staying At An All Inclusive Belize Resort

Are you yearning for a stress-free Caribbean vacation, where the sun-kissed shores await without the hassle of planning every detail? We understand the desire for a rejuvenating all inclusive getaway. Look no further than Laru Beya Resort, nestled on Belize’s renowned peninsula: Placencia. Because you’re weary, these 7 tips are going to resonate with you. They cover a wide range of experiences and activities you…

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Discover a Slower, Sweeter Side of Southern Belize

You may be surprised to discover that not every fan of Caribbean vacations has a desire to stay active for the duration of their holidays. Exhausted northerners are delighted to craft itineraries that consist only of relaxation, requiring little more than showing up on the beach of a lush resort where doing nothing is easily accomplished. At Belize’s Laru Beya Resort, folks eager to compete…

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Sustainable Travel Ideas for Your Belize Beach Vacation

If you keep tabs on travel trends you know that sustainable travel has become a major driver of getaways because people are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint, says travel writer Caroline Bologna. “Green travel should really be thought of more holistically as ‘responsible travel,’ taking into account not just the environment but also the local community, the economy, and travel culture,” added…

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This Placencia resort proves one property can deliver your entire Belize vacation

Can one Belize resort serve as all things to all people? That depends upon the resort you’re referring to and whether it’s designed to give everyone the exact experience they crave. This is especially true if you are still searching for a summer destination that offers so many benefits, you’ll find it impossible to pick another place! Do you favor locally owned properties because they…

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Why Walking the Sidewalk in Placencia Is a Must-Do Adventure

If you were fortunate enough to have your parents introduce you to Shel Silverstein’s classic book Where the Sidewalk Ends, you know that this literary genius’s poems and tales are the stuff of which dreams are made for both kids and adults. But his is not the only sidewalk that enjoys international fame. You probably recognize these: The iconic Abbey Road and Carnaby Street in…

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Why This All-Inclusive Belize Resort is Perfect for Families

If you’re like most of us, you agree with the statement written by Rebecca Holman for Grazia, the UK online publication, that “parenting is so much harder now than it was for our parents.” Though today’s moms and dads can count on myriad resources to help with kids—playgrounds, classes, day care centers and nannies—the world has become more complicated, the reason psychologist Penelope Leach updated…