Travel Blog

A day with the Bella Vista Resort Family

Getting 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.

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Looking to invest in Ambergris Caye Real Estate?

Condos, investment properties, residential and commercial lots, Ambergris Caye has a booming real estate industry. With the market growing and the island ever developing, owning real estate on La Isla Bonita is an investment you don’t want to miss.

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Tiburon Rum: A taste of the Spirit of Belize!

The Caribbean is known for its love of good rum. If you ask any Belizean, “What’s their spirit of choice?” rum will surely be among the top! There is no shortage of local rums in Belize, and among this tropical libation is the highly acclaimed Tiburon Rum.

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Three Destinations: Where will you celebrate Lobster Fest?

Pack your bags and book your flight, the dates for Belize’s Lobster Festivals are out, and you won’t want to miss out on these tasty festivals! Three destinations, plenty of entertainment, and some of the most delicious lobster meals around, all in celebration of the opening of the Spiny Lobster Fishing Season.

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San Pedro is ready for Easter 2023!

The Easter Holidays are here, and we are ready for some island fun! A top destination for both Belizeans and foreign visitors, the 2023 Easter on La Isla Bonita is shaping up to be one of the best yet. There is plenty of activities for the whole family, from beach parties to egg hunts and live entertainment.

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Sunset Dining at The Purple Pelican

Tucked away on the western side of San Pedro Town on a back road in the Boca del Rio is San Pedro’s newest dining experience. A sister business and right around the block from the popular Sandy Toes Beach Bar, The Purple Pelican Restaurant has brought fine dining to the area.

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Where to find the best views and fine dining in San Ignacio Town

The 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.

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Playtime Sports Bar opening in San Pedro on New Year’s Day

A new hang-out spot for sports enthusiasts will officially open in downtown San Pedro on January 1, 2023. Playtime Sports Bar, located on the second floor at the Sancas Plaza on Trigger Fish Street, is the go-to place for catching the latest game, enjoying delicious food, your favorite drinks, and soaking in the complete sporting ambiance offered by the friendly staff.

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Aqua Belize premiers new menu for the coming Tourism Season

Everyone who knows me knows that Asian food is one of my favorite cuisines, just below my beloved Belizean food. Feed me sushi, noodles, and even a bowl of good fried rice, and I’m a happy girl with a full belly. One of my favorite restaurants serving Asian cuisine here in Ambergris Caye is Grand Caribe’s Aqua Belize. I’ve long been a fan of their Voodoo sushi roll and shumai (shrimp dumplings).
Now that Aqua has released a new menu with some creative Asian Fusion dishes, and of course, I had to try them, I now have some new favorites!

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BTB’s Restaurant of the Year Elvi’s Kitchen showcases new menu dishes

Awarded the Belize Tourism Board Restaurant of the Year 2022, the iconic Elvi’s Kitchen recently reopened after a month of renovations with a fresh façade and new tasty surprises on its menu. From artisan liqueur and cocktails to delightful seafood, traditional Maya/Mestizo dishes, and new vegan dishes, the Elvi’s Kitchen experience never disappoints!

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Belize Recognized as one of the World’s Most Friendly Countries

Belize’s contagious, warm hospitality, stunning natural beauty, and cultural richness have earned the country international recognition as one of the friendliest nations in the world. This outstanding recognition of the Jewel was announced this week in the Condé Nast 2022 Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards.

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Belize @ 41! Belizeans celebrate Independence Day

In a sea of festive colors and to the sounds of Soca music, Belizeans across the country celebrate the most important day on our calendar, Independence Day. For the last two years, Belize’s special day celebrations were kept small due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but this year the festivities returned grander than ever!

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Second Best Western Hotel in Belize opens on Ambergris Caye

The 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.

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