St George’s Caye Day
St George’s Caye Day A celebration for all Belizeans countrywide As we know September is a month of Celebration, and after the Carnival festivities end the week prior, this weekend we keep celebrating. On September 10th, all people of Belize rejoice to commemorate St. George’s Caye Day. This year the celebration uses the theme: “Industrious […]
Belize Carnival
Belize’s September Celebrations starts off with Carnival September is an active month of Celebration, and it all starts with Belize’s Carnival, a traditional festivity which includes masquerade competitions, pageants, and concerts, but it all peaks the first weekend of September with the “Road March”! Belize’s Carnival is back after a 2-year hiatus, and the theme […]
A Legend in Belize
Sharon Matola, a biologist and environmentalist, has had a huge impact on the tiny country of Belize, and it is with great sadness that we learn of her passing. As they say, it all started with the ‘Best little Zoo in the World’. Sharon first came to Belize as part of a team shooting a […]
Thank you from the Belize Crew!
All of us at Island Expeditions have been completely blown away by the response to our Island Expeditions Belize Crew Fundraiser through GoFundMe. We have received well beyond our expectations in terms of donations. We would also like to acknowledge the memorial for our past guest, Mary MacDonald, whom recently passed away. Her family have […]
Go Fund Me Fundraiser for Island Expeditions Staff
When the press announcement came that Belize would completely close its borders on April 5, 2020 , we were already worried for what might happen to this tiny country so dependent on tourism. In September, with borders still closed and a worrisome surge in Covid cases within the country, we are becoming deeply concerned about […]
Discover Belize Part 1 – Visiting the Belize Zoo
This is the first installment of a series of photo blogs for our Discover Belize series. Join us on a photographic journey through Belize as we visit one of the most ecologically and culturally diverse areas in the world. In this first edition we head inland and visit the Belize Zoo with photographer Malcolm Robertson who […]
10 Best Adventures and Experiences To Do in San Ignacio, Belize
Are you planning a visit to San Ignacio during your Belize vacation? This small town has lots to offer for all travellers and is a hub to explore the diverse cultural and adventure tours in the Cayo District of Belize. Here’s our guide on the best things to do in San Ignacio, Belize: 1. […]
Belize 2020 Paddle Boarding Trip in Photos
Paddle board expert and instructor Norm Hann and guests recently joined us on the Coral Islands SUP trip. We loved following their adventures as they explored the Southwater Caye Marine Reserve on Belize’s Southern Barrier Reef by paddleboard. We wanted to share some of their awesome videos and images in our latest blog post! Check […]
12 Romantic Things to Do in Belize
Belize is idyllic for a romantic getaway with its miles of beaches, idyllic palm-fringed tropical islands, lush rainforests, secluded eco-resorts, and endless natural beauty. It’s the perfect destination to create memories, fun adventures, and bond together as a couple. Here’s our guide to the best romantic things to do in Belize: 1. Hike to […]
Belize Unplugged – A Digital Detox on Half Moon Caye, Lighthouse Reef
A digital detox is a term we are hearing more often. But what does this mean? It’s a period during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers. But why is it important for us to do this? Research says technology can be stressful and this is something that most […]