Category: Belize

The top 4 islands to visit in Latin America

The top 4 islands to visit in Latin America

By on Mar 13, 2015 in Belize, Central America, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, Regions, South America
To find the real hidden jewels of Central and South America, take to the ocean and seek out the islands. As you’ll see from the following list, islands are often home to the most interesting and rare environments in a country. These semi-isolated destinations are the best place to snorkel, swim, and test the waters
Central America's secret seven

Central America's secret seven

By on Feb 27, 2015 in Attractions, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Cuba, Going Out, Guatemala, Mexico, North America, Panama, Regions
From beautiful colonial cities and ancient Mayan sites to volcanoes, vast lakes and tropical beaches, Central America has it all. Whilst Mexico and Cuba might be more well known to tourists, there are plenty of hidden gems that can easily be discovered. Here is a selection of seven stunning sites among the region’s many rich
7 luxury travel experiences worth every penny

7 luxury travel experiences worth every penny

By on Oct 15, 2014 in Belize, California, Central America, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Family Travel, Greece, Italy, Leisure Travel, Middle East, New York, North America, Speciality Travel, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe
If you had to spend the earth for the ultimate experience, would you? Where do you draw the line on luxury and extravagance? The perfect holiday is a fusion between accommodation, food, relaxation and attractions. From all the things we take away from our holidays only one really lasts: the experience we had. Over time
7 amazing sights to see in Central America

7 amazing sights to see in Central America

By on Jun 19, 2014 in Attractions, Belize, Central America, Featured, Going Out, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, North America
Despite Mexico’s soaring popularity as a holiday destination, the rest of Central America seems to have fallen by the wayside. Years of turmoil may have put visitors off, but there are so many sites to see from the Caribbean coast to the Pacific Ring of Fire that have gone unnoticed. Here are 7 places to
6 of the best Central American journeys

6 of the best Central American journeys

By on Apr 10, 2014 in Attractions, Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, Going Out, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, North America, Panama, Regions
For those considering Central America for the first time, we offer a handy guide to six of the best Central American journeys. Discover the rainforest canopies of Costa Rica, snow-white beaches of Belize, old colonial towns of Guatemala and much more. Guatemala A breathtakingly beautiful country that is fast becoming one of the most sought-after destinations
Top 10 islands in the world

Top 10 islands in the world

By on Feb 25, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Chile, Europe, Featured, Florida, Greece, Madagascar, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, South America, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
Popular travel review site TripAdvisor has come out with the results of its annual Travellers’ Choice® awards. Among them are the awards for the best islands in the world. Wonder which ones made the top 10, according to the opionions of TripAdvisor readers? Then read on… 1. Ambergris Caye, Belize Cayes For the second year
Top 5 attractions in Belize

Top 5 attractions in Belize

By on Feb 19, 2014 in Attractions, Belize, Central America, Going Out, Regions
Belize is probably not the number one location on your list of countries you must visit. It should be. Sitting just on the Central American east coast, Belize benefits from Caribbean temperatures and beaches on the Caribbean Sea. More than that it offers a wide range of stunning attractions which tap into the ancient history
The 10 most exotic scuba diving destinations in the world

The 10 most exotic scuba diving destinations in the world

By on Jan 30, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Belize, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Central America, Egypt, Europe, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe, Worldwide
There’s nothing quite like the scuba dive – you glide downward into what just might as well be another world, and in many ways is. You see things that are impossible anywhere else. It’s a passion that has to be lived to be fully understood. Here’s a look at 10 of the top places in
Belize, Bonaire and Bulgaria: the 3 hottest travel spots

Belize, Bonaire and Bulgaria: the 3 hottest travel spots

By on Jan 29, 2014 in Attractions, Belize, Bulgaria, Caribbean, Central America, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Netherlands Antilles, Regions
Beautiful, blissful and beguiling describe the three hottest vacationing spots that are climbing the charts quickly this year. From diving in Belize, exploring Bulgaria’s quaint villages or even snorkling in Bonaire, we promise your holiday will be one to remember. Be brave in Belize A must for every traveler’s tick list, the Great Blue Hole
5 great places for snorkelling and diving in the Western Caribbean

5 great places for snorkelling and diving in the Western Caribbean

By on Jan 09, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Belize, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Central America, Florida, Honduras, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
Its Caribbean cruising season and what better time to look at the finest destinations this beautiful region has to offer for underwater exploration.  The Caribbean offers some of the most relaxing and indulgent holiday experiences imaginable but when you feel like getting up from your sun lounger and trying something a little more active, the
Top 10 luxury country breaks in Central America

Top 10 luxury country breaks in Central America

By on Jul 24, 2013 in Accommodation, Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, Featured, Guatemala, Honduras, Hotels, Nicaragua, Panama, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel
In Central America there are so many luxuries awaiting your discovery. Here we’ve selected 10 of the best remote luxury escapes to be found across the region, from a boutique hotel in Costa Rica – possibly all too often overlooked by luxury travellers as a budget destination – to a world class resort in Belize,
Go cocoa-mad at Belize Chocolate Festival

Go cocoa-mad at Belize Chocolate Festival

By on May 13, 2013 in Belize, Central America, Events, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany
Chocolate lovers can enjoy three days of sheer indulgence at the “Chocolate Festival of Belize” from 24th to 26th May 2013 in the Toledo District, the chocolate mecca of Belize. This annual event reflects Belize’s rooted history in cacao production, dating back to the times of the Maya, and includes a full programme of fun
The world's best islands

The world's best islands

By on Mar 29, 2013 in Africa, Asia, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Chile, Europe, Greece, Madagascar, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, South America, Thailand, US Virgin Islands, USA, Washington, Western Europe, Worldwide
Remember National Geographic’s top 10 islands to visit last October? It caused quite a stir as there were some that made the list that you perhaps wouldn’t expect. Now Tripadvisor has produced a similar top 10 islands list, and interestingly not a single island makes both lists! I’m not sure what this tells us –
Chaa Creek: beautiful, accessible Belizean nature

Chaa Creek: beautiful, accessible Belizean nature

By on Jul 10, 2012 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Belize, Central America, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel
Chaa Creek is a well-known commodity in Belizean tourism, due to their dedication to sustainable tourism. They’ve received recognition from Green Globe, Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, Travel & Leisure, and many more respectable institutions. Last year, Chaa Creek was awarded the Hotel of the Year award from the Belize Tourism Board. Chaa Creek gets its name

Hidden Valley Inn - a Belizean paradise

By on Jul 07, 2012 in Accommodation, Belize, Central America, Hotels, Regions, Resorts
Hidden Valley Inn is what I imagine a resort in Heaven is like. There’s a reason that celebrities and other people who desire privacy find their way to Hidden Valley. Many of the other properties in the area are in the triple-digit range of acreage. Hidden Valley sits on 7,200 acres. They have the tallest
The central appeal of San Ignacio Resort Hotel

The central appeal of San Ignacio Resort Hotel

By on Jul 04, 2012 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Belize, Central America, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel
While many of the resorts I stayed at in the Cayo District of Belize are miles away from anything, San Ignacio Resort Hotel is right in the town of San Ignacio. The resort has been around since 1976 and is prestigious enough to have hosted Queen Elizabeth II in 1994. You can use San Ignacio