The Cayo District is a treasure trove of hidden gems. At the end of canopied roads, you discover resorts as singular as hand-crafted jewels, nestled within dense jungles teaming with brilliant birds and vibrant foliage. Table Rock Jungle Lodge is one of these hidden nuggets, synonymous with all things uniquely Belize.
Read moreWith over a decade of experience in the region maintaining and renting some of the country’s most beautiful and well-kept vacation rentals and resorts, Azul Management is your premier choice for turn-key property and rental management services in Belize.
Read moreSapphire Beach Resort, a premier travel destination located on the white sandy beaches of Ambergris Caye in Belize, unveils its newly renovated facilities and upgraded amenities designed to deliver tranquility and relaxation to every guest. Our recent renovations expertly combine modern indulgences with the idyllic allure of crystalline waters and unspoiled nature.
Read moreGetting good recommendations can be helpful with so many things to do and see on Ambergris Caye. One resort is looking to do just that. Bella Vista Resort and its family of businesses, including a sister resort, tour company, and restaurants, offer the full-service experience in Belize.
Read moreThe western part of Belize is well known for its natural beauty and mountainous regions of the Cayo District. Amidst the wild country is one of its main urban attractions – San Ignacio Town, known for its natural surroundings, mouth-watering cuisine, wine and dining corners, ancient history, and home to accommodations that feature the best views of the town and beyond. This is indeed the perfect base to start exploring this side of the country.
Read moreThe trendy Las Terrazas resort, located 3.5 miles north of San Pedro Town, hosted a grand launch party to introduce its new reimagined menu, turning…
Read moreThe second Best Western hotel in Belize was officially unveiled on Thursday, August 18th, in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Named Best Western Grand Baymen Gardens Resort, it is located just five minutes south of downtown. With 33 one and two-bedroom condos, amenities include swimming pools, a pool bar, a fitness center, and two tennis courts.
Read moreThe first of its kind in Belize, the Alaia Resort-member of the Marriott Autograph collection is now open south of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Boasting more than 1,000 feet of beachfront access, the resort features modern amenities, gorgeous grounds, and impressive details. Alaia is the perfect getaway for those looking for comfort, luxury, and pampering when visiting La Isla Bonita.
Read moreCondé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, with Turneffe Island Resort being awarded the coveted title of Number One Central American Resort.
Read moreBased on the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2020 annual readers survey, Matachica Resort has been named amongst the top ten resort hotels in Central America, fifth in Central America and the best in Belize.
Read moreBelize’s newest “Tourism Gold Standard” Recognition Program for hotels, restaurants and tour operators is a 9-point program to enhance the tourism industry’s health and safety standards by adapting new behaviours and procedures
Read moreIn continuing to roll out their local tourism initiative, Matachica is offering a Beach Club pass as well as reduced overnight stay rates.
Read moreResorts like Gaia Riverlodge are rolling out a domestic tourism initiative, welcoming local tourists to explore and enjoy some of the best that Belize has to offer.
Read moreIt was a family post-Christmas vacation we had planned for months. With my sister and son joining us in Belize from frigid Wyoming, along with my husband, son and 85-year-old mother, we were destined for a remote island off the southern coast of Belize. Here we would spend four days in glorious sunshine and crystal-clear Caribbean waters where we planned to dive, snorkel, paddleboard, kayak, eat too much, laze in hammocks drinking one-too-many Belikin beers and even read a book while decompressing after the ever-so-hectic holiday hysteria. We were well-prepared for fun in the sun, heck I even gifted everyone colorful long-sleeved swim shirts to protect us from all that sun! In hindsight, I see this was my first step in jinxing us. Bring an umbrella and it won’t rain, prepare for too much sun and you can bet the weather will make sure you don’t need it!
Read moreIn Belize, I liken the iguana to our cute but pesky squirrel.Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and yes, I think iguanas are cute, even when they eat my flowers! And similarly, they have been and still are hunted and consumed by indigenous populations and remain a part of our cultural cuisine.Considered a delicacy, especially the developing eggs the female carries in March and April, the hunting season for iguanas is closed from February to June of each year as this is their breeding season.
Read moreSix bartenders, five judges, several bottles of liquor, and lots of Belizean ingredients set the stage for a fun afternoon at Matachica Resort. The occasion? An impromptu bartending competition initiated by Lawrence Picard, a three-time winner of GQ/Bombay Sapphire’s Most Imaginative Bartender Competition in Las Vegas, Nevada USA.
Read moreFounded by the larger-than-life Ian Anderson, who was one of the first to put hospitality on the map in Belize many years ago, Caves Branch Jungle Lodge has been adored by adventure travelers for decades.
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