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 […]
The Case for Traveling Solo
People balk at the idea of solo travel, and for good reason. Heading off on your own into the great unknown can be downright scary. We’re all familiar with stereotypical travel promotions: couples on the beach hand in hand, romantic dinners al fresco, groups of friends, family fun and the story continues, with rarely a […]
Belize Traveller Insurance – Starting Feb. 15, 2022
Starting February 15, 2022 the Belize Government has manadated that all foreign travellers arriving into Belize must purchase a travel insurance policy for any covid related expenses. The cost for this policy is $18 USD per traveller (including adults & children), and can be purchased in advance of travel. This policy is in addition to […]
The Best Places to Stay in Belize
We all have dream vacations that we would like to take. Some of us want to experience ancient architecture. Others want to experience foreign cultures or enjoy exotic cuisine. Then, of course, there are those who want to relax on a sandy beach in the warm sun or see fabulous natural sights. If perchance, you […]
Vaccination of Belize’s Tourism Sector Given Priority
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) announced the start of a vaccination program that gives priority to tourism sector front-line workers. On March 30, 2021 the second phase of the National Covid-19 immunization campaign started, which includes members of the National Assembly, police officers, teachers, the judiciary, as well as staff at the Customs and Immigration […]
Covid Test Requirements for International Travel
If you are planning to travel to Belize, make sure you understand the covid test/vaccination requirements to enter the country and to always follow state and local recommendations/requirements related to international travel.
Reasons Why Belize Should Be Your First Travel Destination
We are all ready to turn the page to new beginnings. Even though the world continues to deal with the current health crisis, we are all adapting to a new way of living, adopting new practices such as wearing masks, sanitizing our hands constantly, and social distancing. Travel is rapidly adapting as well, following new […]
Gold Standard Certification
We are happy to announce that we have been approved and recognized with Belize’s Tour Operator Gold Standard Certification. In order to ensure and guarantee safe travel conditions for all our guests and staff members, we have implemented enhanced health standards and protocols following the latest government-approved guidelines. As a tour operator, we have […]
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 […]