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.
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 documented and shared his adventures with these incredible photographs.
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.
Belize is one of the best tropical travel destinations for outdoor-loving family travellers. There are outdoor adventures galore from snorkelling and paddling the Belize Barrier Reef to gliding through the rainforest on a zipline and hiking to secluded waterfalls and swimming in natural pools. Belize is a family travel playground and is an English speaking, child-friendly destination.
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!
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.
In March 2018, The Government of Belize committed to phasing out the use of single-use plastics such as plastic shopping bags, drinking straws, Styrofoam, plastic food utensils, clamshells, flat plates and cups.
On Jan 14, 2020, the Government of Belize announced the phase-out plan to ban single-use plastics is now officially under the legislation. This is an important and positive step for Belize to enact this to reduce pollution and protect Belize.
We are delighted to see Belize and our SUP trips featured in this recent Lonely Planet article as one of the “9 best places for long-distance SUP adventures”. The article highlights our stand-up paddleboarding trips in the beautiful Southwater Caye Marine Reserve. The Coral Islands SUP trip is the ultimate lodge to lodge paddleboard experience created with SUP master instructor, Norm Hann.
Happy New Year from all of us at Island Expeditions! As we enter a new decade, many of us are making our physical, mental and spiritual health a top priority. There's no better way to keep those resolutions on track by planning a wellness vacation.
Have you tried Fry Jacks? Here's a recipe to make this delicious Belizean staple and a lovely alternate breakfast, dessert or treat to serve over the holidays.
Fry Jacks are one of the most popular foods in Belize. These small triangles of dough are fried until golden brown and served warm as an accompaniment to breakfast or lunch dishes. The most popular way they are served in Belize is alongside traditional breakfast foods like scrambled eggs and refried beans. For a sweet treat, they can be topped with jam, powdered sugar, or honey.