Archive for the ‘Belize’

  • Before planning a Belize vacation Before planning a Belize vacation
    Wake up to the noise of out of the ordinary birdlife as well as the roar of monkeys distantly. Begin your day by fresh tropical fruit from the numerous orchards or simply taster the chocolate which is as well made cocoa that is been grown in the locals farms. Every day will start an innovative adventure during Belize vacation. Get familiar with the natural world, in fact relax, as well as experience what it is similar to be someplace entirely different. Bond with the local people moreover try to understand the culture of Belize whilst bordered by the captivating rainforest. You will surely feel comfortable at this site moreover will surely get the chance to travel around. Your time at the city of Belize will be exclusive as well as exquisite  [...]
    March 11th, 2010
  • The more you want to see the more you need to get deep into The Great blue hole, Belize The more you want to see the more you need to get deep into The Great blue hole, Belize
    The Great blue hole, Belize is positioned immediately at a distance of 60 miles off the coastline of Belize; it is a submerged sinkhole that the majority of the researchers think is the biggest of its sort. The shape of the Great blue hole, Belize is circular as well as is featured by its affluent, blue color; it is more than 984 ft crosswise as well as 410 ft deep. It is found in the core of a coral island which is identified as Lighthouse Reef, where an islet of coral encloses the low, waters of a sea, which is light turquoise-colored. The levels of waters there are so trivial that divisions of the loop neighboring the dark blue sinkhole are in addition recognized to summit the façade during the low tide. The sinkhole in the beginning crafted  [...]
    March 10th, 2010
  • The blue hole, Belize – a global wonder for the locals The blue hole, Belize – a global wonder for the locals
    As it is known to all The Great blue hole, Belize is the biggest blue hole all across the world, moreover it is quite huge sinkhole placed deep under the water off the shoreline of Belize. It is located close to the mid-point of the Lighthouse Reef, which is an undersized islet placed at an approximate distance of 96 km in the eastern region of the mainland of Belize. The hole is close to wholly spherical in shape, above 305 meters crosswise as well as 146 m in depth. Lighthouse Reef Atoll Blue Hole The blue hole, Belize is actually the consequence of recurring collapses of a cave system of limestone formed at some point in lower sea level locates in the track of the preceding ice age. The superficial border is simply not many feet at the bottom  [...]
    March 10th, 2010
  • Adventure at its best at the Mountain Pine Ridge Belize Adventure at its best at the Mountain Pine Ridge Belize
    The Mountain Pine Ridge is a natural reserve in south central Belize’s Cayo district. Spread over a huge 300 sq miles of forest reserve, this reserve is just south of Western Highway, and the ridge can accessed via the Chiquibul Road or via the Cristo Rey Road from Georgeville and Santa Elena respectively. The reserve was set up in 1944 and the main purpose rather than preservation was to manage the pine forest. The human presence in the area is very sparse and the largest population of some hundred people is found in D’Silva forest station, which also doubles up as the headquarters of the Forest Department’s western division. Nevertheless, the reserve is all about nature at its best. It is the home to various mammals like the White-nosed  [...]
    February 19th, 2010
  • Archaeological ruins of Belize Archaeological ruins of Belize
    The wonderful nation of Belize is known throughout the world for its crystal clear waters and the breathtaking diving opportunities besides the other popular activities like boating, trekking and bird watching. Besides the adventures in the waters and tiring walks, Belize is home to a large amount of Mayan ruins and as such there are plenty of sites for history lovers to visit. Let’s go through the popular archaeological sites of this wonderful country. Lamanai: This place is located in north central Belize and more specifically on the western bank of the New River Lagoon. The Maya people were the original inhabitants of the place. Subsequently, there were British and Spanish people in the area as well. This ancient Maya city dates back to  [...]
    February 18th, 2010
  • San Pedro – the pride of Belize San Pedro – the pride of Belize
    San Pedro is a famous city, located on the south of the Ambergris Cay in Belize. Part of the Belize district, the town is home to around 12,400 people, which makes it the second most populous town in the district. Tourism is the life line of the city and it is known the world over for its scuba diving capabilities. Most of the visitors to San Pedro are renowned divers and the island’s hyperbaric decompression chamber is heavily visited by tourists. San Pedro is a very small city and the main means of transportation for tourists are the golf carts, which can be hired easily.  Besides, one can also roam around on bikes or scooters along with cabs. As regards to major branded hotels, they have not set up shop on the shores of San Pedro yet.  [...]
    February 18th, 2010
  • An Underwater Holiday at the Turneffe Islands Belize An Underwater Holiday at the Turneffe Islands Belize
    The Turneffe Islands are unique amongst the 3 offshore atoll reefs in the wonderful nation of Belize. The best feature of the islands, in addition to being easily accessible from the mainland country and spread over 30 miles in length and 10 miles in width. Normally reefs are not that easily accessible from the mainland in Belize, however, that’s not the case with the Turneffe Islands. The islands can be easily reached from the capital Belize City and another important aspect of the island is its breathtaking diving opportunities for every level of diver, be it an expert or a novice. The islands are a favorite amongst divers in general and the novice divers are seen in large numbers along the western reef line of the islands, which is known  [...]
    February 17th, 2010
  • The best of Belize in the Placencia Peninsula The best of Belize in the Placencia Peninsula
    The Placencia Peninsula is a part of the Stann Creek District of the wonderful nation of Belize. This small village is home to some 750 residents. With a population of under a thousand people, you may think the place will offer limited attractions, however, that’s not the case, the Placencia village offers the best of Belize in one neat small package. The village is home to some of the best tropical pastimes, the Central American region has seen, also the village has some very affordable hotels for you to spend a day or two. There are also some good restaurants on the beach area along with diving, snorkeling and fishing opportunities. The village is not about just white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, there is much more that Placencia  [...]
    February 17th, 2010
  • A quite holiday in San Ignacio A quite holiday in San Ignacio
    San Ignacio is a small town in western Belize. The town is the capital of the country’s Cayo District. Located on the banks of the Mopan and Macal Rivers, the town is around 72 miles west of the capital Belize City. The population of the town is around 16,400 people. Over the years, this town has absorbed the Santa Elena village. San Ignacio along with Santa Elena forms the country’s second largest urban area. These two towns are separated by the popular Macal River and a piece of history, the country’s only suspension bridge dating back to 1949, better known as the Hawksworth Bridge. Santa Elena and San Ignacio are collectively referred to as “Twin Towns” even though San Ignacio has a much larger population as compared to its sister  [...]
    February 16th, 2010
  • The Barrier Reef – A Natural Wonder The Barrier Reef – A Natural Wonder
    Belize’s Barrier Reef is made up of a number of coral reefs across the country’s coast. At 186 miles long off the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, this reef is ranked as the second largest coral reef system in the world. The biggest reef record goes to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. The Barrier Reef is a very popular tourist spot in the whole of Belize and as per records an estimated 130,000 visitors are found at this place annually. The reef is also amongst the most diverse ecosystems, the entire world has seen. The reef is native to some hundreds of invertebrate species along with 500 different fish species and 36 soft and 70 hard coral species. The best part here and an important aspect which makes this place even more interesting  [...]
    February 15th, 2010