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A Celebration of Culture, Music, and Heritage in Dangriga

Garifuna Settlement Day

Garifuna Settlement Day: A Celebration of Culture, Music, and Heritage in Dangriga

In Dangriga, the vibrant heart of Belize's cultural landscape, the Garifuna Settlement Day on November 19, 2023, was not just a day of festivity but a profound showcase of history, culture, and youth empowerment.


Do it for the gram!

The most Instagram-worthy spots in Belize

The most (one-of-a-kind)  Instagram-worthy spots in Belize
Add them to your bucketlist 
 

Rio Frio Pools and Cave 
Located in the picturesque Mountain Pine Ridge area of western Belize, these captivating caves offer the perfect escape, especially during hot days. 


Paying Tribute to Ancient Mayan Heritage

First Maya Pok-Ta-Pok Ball Court in Belize

The Belize Tourism Board Inaugurates the First Maya "Pok-ta-pok"  Ballcourt in Belize 

The Ts’unu’un Pok-ta-Pok Ball Court was created as part of the Belize Tourism Board’s (BTB) efforts to safeguard Maya heritage and promote tourism in northern Belize.  The ball court is located at Jardín Pachamama on the Yo Creek - San Lazaro Road in the Orange Walk District.

 

Pok-ta-pok ball court

 


Our new video for Glover's Reef & Maya Mountains is here

Belize - A cinematic experience

Experience Glover's Reef & Maya Mountains 

Exciting news for adventure seekers! We have a new video for our "Glover's Reef & Maya Mountains" trip, and it promises to take viewers on a cinematic journey like no other.


Are you ready for the ultimate lobster-themed celebration? 

Lobster Festival Belize 2023

Get ready for Lobster Festival 2023 in Belize!

The upcoming 2023/24 lobster season is set to start in July, and with it comes a series of Lobsterfests that have become major dates in the calendars of coastal communities, especially San Pedro, Caye Caulker, and Placencia.

 


Resolutions for a new year filled with adventure

New year…   More travel!

New Years' resolutions (ideas) for adventure travelers!

 

New Year's resolutions are a great way to set goals and make positive changes in our lives. And while many people focus on resolutions related to personal growth and self-improvement, travel can also be a powerful tool for achieving these goals.


The Habinahan Wanaragua Jankunu Festival

Holiday Traditions of Belize

Traditions of Belize: The Habinahan Wanaragua Jankunu Festival
 

Are you an adventure seeker looking for a unique cultural experience during the holiday season? Look no further than the Garifuna Jankunu Dance in Belize!


Bring a taste of the country into your own kitchen

Five Belizean foods to add flavor to your holiday season

Belize's favorite holiday foods!


The holiday season in Belize is a time to celebrate with delicious food and drinks. Belize in December should be on your Christmas wishlist.  If you're planning a trip to Belize or just want to bring a taste of the country into your own kitchen, here are five must-try Belizean foods to enjoy during the holiday season:
 


The answer may surprise you

Countdown to Christmas Begins

One of the incredible parts of Belize is its diversity.  The many different cultures and people that all come together to represent Belize, each have unique traditions. Here are a few of the many Holiday traditions celebrated in Belize:

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