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Upe Nai Cultural Center, located within the lush hills of San Antonio Village, offers more than a meal; it invites travelers into the heart of Maya culture through food, family, and tradition. Here, ancient techniques come alive as guests cook over open fires, grind corn by hand, and learn the stories woven into every dish. This immersive experience is a celebration of heritage, connection, and the timeless joy of sharing a meal made the Maya way.
Read moreEditor Tamara Sniffin reflects on the November–January 2026 issue of My Beautiful Belize, celebrating experiences that invite you to truly feel Belize. From the beat of Garifuna drums to the warmth of a Maya fire-hearth meal, this issue highlights cultural, creative, and natural connections—from painting in paradise to exploring Chaa Creek and the Green Iguana Project. Each story captures how rhythm, flavor, and discovery reveal the heart of My Beautiful Belize.
Read moreFrom making chocolate to experiencing of learning to make corn tortillas from the cooked corn to the flattened baked discs of dough, the fact that our visitors can participate and take back with them memories of a unique, truly Belizean experience is a bonus!
Read moreTo residents of San Antonio Village, Cayo District, the word TANAH means home. It means the hot food from the fogon, the language of our ancestors, the history of our people, the hard work on the milpas…Tanah – in Ka’atech!
Read morePopulated by primarily Yucatec Mayas, San Antonio village is known for its artists and healers.
Read moreIf the thought of spending a few nights truly unplugged, with only the sound of tweeting songbirds and trickling waters to distract you, Mystic River Resort is a perfect choice.
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