What to Expect at our Belize Adventure Basecamps at Lighthouse Reef and Glovers Reef
Not sure what to expect when staying at our Basecamps in Belize? We look at all the ins and outs at staying at our two Basecamps on Lighthouse Reef and Glover’s Reef. First of all, when you arrive to a Basecamp, your group will be given a overall tour by the local guides who will […]
What is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and how does this designation help the Belize Barrier Reef System?
A World Heritage Site is a place that is listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as of special cultural or physical significance. Let’s take a closer look at the UNESCO designation and its impact on the Belize Barrier Reef System. The Creation of the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System as […]
The Best Way to Visit and Explore Glovers Reef Atoll
We always get lots of great questions about Glover’s Reef Atoll, so we put together some of the key facts and information where you can quickly find out more about one of our most popular vacation destinations in Belize. Where is Glover’s Reef Atoll? Glover’s Reef Atoll is an elliptical shaped reef measuring 20 miles […]
Southwest Airlines Announces New Nonstop Flight from Ft.Lauderdale to Belize
With prices starting at just $79 one way to Belize…we are excited about this recent news from Southwest Airlines. Starting on June 4, 2017, Southwest Airlines will offer a daily, year-round non-stop flight, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Belize City. The direct flight will depart Ft. Lauderdale (FLL) at 11:30AM arriving in Belize City (BZE) […]
Celebrating the Holidays in Belize – The Story Behind the Jankunu Costumes
The Garifuna communities in Belize celebrate an important cultural tradition during the Christmas and New Year holidays. The Habinahan Wanaragua Jankunu Festival (also known as the John Canoe festival) is a traditional Garifuna dance festival which sees masked and costumed dancers parading the streets and roaming from house to house accompanied by the beat of […]
A Christmas Recipe from Belize – Rum Popo
We wanted to share with you this festive recipe for Rum Popo. Rum Popo is the Belizean equivalent to the holiday drink Egg Nog. It is a traditional drink that is made in homes throughout Belize during the Christmas season. The recipe below makes 4 bottles and is perfect if you are looking to give […]
How to Find the Best Flight Options to Belize
Need to get away and warm up but not sure how to get there? We have good news. As we approach the start of 2017, taking that much needed Belize vacation has never been easier. Just this year, we have seen new direct flights open up to Belize City from Toronto, Denver and Houston. American […]
Exploring the Atolls of Belize – But What is An Atoll?
Belize is home to three of the four atolls in the Western Hemisphere. The fourth atoll is located near Banco Chinchorro in Mexico. The three atolls located off the coast of Belize are Glover’s Reef Atoll, Lighthouse Reef Atoll and Turneffe Atoll. What is an Atoll? An atoll is a ring-shaped island formed of coral […]
Popular Garifuna Musicians of Belize
For those who love international music or anyone who wants to learn more about where all that great music comes from in Belize; here are some musical facts so you can culturally prepare for your next trip and make the most of it while you’re there. To start, Garifuna music contains Afro-Indian, Hispanic, and English […]
An Insight Into the Traditional Garifuna Drumming of Belize
November 19th marks a very important holiday in Belize. This is Garifuna Settlement Day and it is celebrated each year on this day and during the week leading up to the holiday. This public holiday in Belize is celebrated across the country, but in particular in the Garifuna communities including Dangriga, Punta Gorda, Seine Bight […]