Adventures in Belize Blog
Every year on September 10, the nation of Belize celebrates a brief encounter at sea in 1798 that forever changed the course of history in Central America.
Prices are especially good for travelers from across Central and South America who want to visit Belize. A new interline agreement between COPA Airlines, one of the largest airlines in Central America, and Tropic Air, a Belizean airline, mean that it's now more affordable than ever to enjoy a fantastic vacation or affordable business trip to Belize.
The local media in Belize was abuzz last week week following the arrival of a team from National Geographic. Visiting the country as part of their world tour to research and take photographs for an upcoming dive guidebook, dive master Chris Taylor and his wife, travel writer Carrie Miller, spoke to the local press about why they were including Belize for the upcoming book, scheduled to be released in early 2020.
Many people come to Belize for the great weather, amazingly beautiful natural areas, and exciting adventure options without realizing that the country is home to a unique blend of different cultures and peoples. Belize is a true melting pot society, one where people of different backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, and languages all live harmoniously side-by-side.
As a land of unspoiled jungle landscapes and majestic mountains, a week in Belize is simply not enough time to fully explore this magnificent country. If you want to experience the ultimate adventure vacation in Belize, you'll need a plan.
Although Belize is just a small country located on the Caribbean coast of Central America just south of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, it is a wonderland of both lush jungle on the mainland and tropical paradise on its hundreds of offshore islands. Just a few hours' flying time from major cities across the United States, Belize is the ideal place to enjoy an unforgettably romantic vacation.
Written in 1902, J.M. Barrie's story Peter Pan about a mischevious young boy who never grows has spawned several films, television shows, and books. The setting of the original Peter Pan book was on a mythical island known as "Neverland."
For nearly 200 years, Belize City was the capital of the country. Today, it's still the largest urban area and transportation hub in Belize. All international flights land at the Philip Goldson Airport just nine miles away, so Belize City is often the first place that visitors see.
Looking for a great place to spot an incredible variety of avian species in their natural habitat? More than 600 species of birds have been recorded in Belize, and the month of May is one of the best times to spot these feathered wonders in the wild.
Belize came in at number 10 on the prestigious Fodor's Go List for 2018. Belize was singled out as a "true getaway" that is full of beautiful, untouched nature and pristine landscapes.
