Belize Independence Day

Happy Independence Day! Belize is turning 41  “Wave fi wi rag, Wave fi wi flag”! It’s time to celebrate in Belize!  (Translation: “Wave our rag, Wave our flag”) On September 21, 1981 – only 41 years ago, Belize, the only British colony in Central America became an independent nation. On this day each year, Belizeans […]

Belize: September the Month of Celebration

September is a month filled with holidays and celebrations in Belize.  Festivities commemorate the Battle of St George Caye on September 10 and Independence Day on September 21.  The people of Belize celebrate this month carnival style with parades, vibrant costumes, dancing, music and jam-packed revelry!  It is a tradition in Belize that the celebrations […]