Adventures in Belize Blog
In Belize, offshore atolls and islands are known as cayes (pronounced "keys"). Belize has hundreds of cayes, all of which are located on the Belize Barrier Reef, a 185-mile long stretch of coral reef system that is the biggest in the northern hemisphere.
Long before Europeans ever dreamed of crossing the Atlantic, the ancient Maya culture in Belize built enormous ball courts, pyramids, palaces, and extremely advanced astronomical observatories. For reasons still debated by archeologists, the ancient Maya culture abandoned most of their cities around the year 900 AD, and many of them were reclaimed by the jungle, only excavated and re-opened to the public in recent decades..
Interested in enjoying a fantastic vacation without paying an arm and a leg? Belize is one of the most affordable getaway destinations, and you can enjoy a really great vacation for far less than you might think.
Begin your journey back through time as you enter the amazing realm of Belize's cave systems. Here is a list of the most popular cave systems that you should definitely visit on your next Belize vacation.
Ambergris Caye, the largest island in Belize, and its colorful capital of San Pedro is a top tourist draw thanks to its lovely beaches, an abundance of seafood restaurants, and close proximity to the top scuba diving and snorkeling sites on the reef.
Looking for the perfect places to enjoy a fun spring vacation this year? Well, look no further than Belize. Located just a short flight away from the United States, Belize has plenty of sand, surf, and beautiful nature to explore. Here are five great beach resorts for couples or families on spring break in Belize.
Many couples dream of getting married in an idyllic, tropical location overseas but fear that such an extravagant event will be too costly. But the good news is that getting married in Belize is incredibly affordable.
It's always a little embarrassing to answer "When is the best time to visit Belize?" because the answer always seems like a cliche. Yes, no matter what time of year, Belize remains a great place to visit due to its fabulous weather, wide range of exciting activities, and interesting festivals.
Belize is home to the second-largest barrier reef system in the world, second only to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Belize Barrier Reef is a world-famous mecca for activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, sea kayaking, fishing, stand-up paddling, and sailing.
Many visitors to Belize come to the country unsure about what to expect when it comes to the local food. Belize, however, is famous for its fresh-caught seafood and organic produce, and one of the best places to learn more about food in Belize is at one of the country's open-air markets.
