Belize is a country in Central America, whose coasts are washed by the Caribbean Sea. Its tourist attractions are, by the way, very varied, the main ones being the keys, the coastal atolls and the coral reef.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio will open his resort on a private island in 2018, and will be called 'Blackadore Caye, A Restorative Island'. It will be located in the Blackadore Cay, in Belize, and will have among its priorities to conserve the vegetation of the island. The specific characteristics of the accommodation are still a well kept secret, which is only revealed to be a luxury hotel complex focused on health, well-being and sustainability.Actor Leonardo DiCaprio will open his resort on a private island in 2018, and will be called 'Blackadore Caye, A Restorative Island'. It will be located in the Blackadore Cay, in Belize, and will have among its priorities to conserve the vegetation of the island. The specific characteristics of the accommodation are still a well kept secret, which is only revealed to be a luxury hotel complex focused on health, well-being and sustainability.
Our recommendation, in case you choose Belize as a diving practice destination, is to visit Belize from the second half of December, until the first week of March, at which time the water temperature is the lowest with twenty-six degrees. But if you want to enjoy the sun and the beach, we recommend traveling in mid-April, where the water temperature starts to rise, until June where they reach twenty-nine degrees in summer as the maximum temperature.
This small town between Mexico and Guatemala has in a very short time become one of the favorite destinations of ecological tourists. Here you will find ancient preserved Mayan cities, lush rainforests and white sand beaches with crystal clear waters where you can relax. As if this were not enough, the official language is English and the weather conditions are pleasant throughout the year. With so many paradise islands easily accessible, there is no doubt that more and more people are coming to visit. From beaches and ruins to the famous Blue Hole; Don't miss the next ten attractions in Belize. Keep reading!
Geographically it is part of Central America and has borders with Guatemala and Mexico, but that does not necessarily make it part of Latin America. It was the last country in the Americas to achieve independence, in 1981, but officially Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom remains "sovereign," as in other territories in the Caribbean.
One of the possible destinations in the Caribbean is Belize, a small and wonderful state, both on the coast and inland. On the coastline we have the Ambergris Cay or Placencia Beach, for example, both major tourist destinations.
Occupying one of the last unspoiled places on earth just south of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, Belize is a beautiful Caribbean getaway. There tourists can rest on the white sand, dive the largest coral reef in the Western Hemisphere, walk through lush jungle and explore ancient Mayan ruins all in one vacation. There is much to visit in Belize for travelers.
Trips outside Lighthouse Reef mainly focus on divers, especially day trips that can be very hard for the boat ride out there. If you look carefully though, you will find that some great tours focused on non-divers and liveaboard trips so you can see the beauty of the area that is above the water, as well as below.
If you are thinking about your next vacation destination in the Caribbean Sea, maybe these 5 reasons will convince you, or at least incite you to dream about this country. Belize is a small country located between Mexico and Guatemala on the Caribbean coast. But to be dazzled (especially in pictures) we'd better go step by step (or better, point by point):
Swim with a variety of fish, sea turtles, stingrays, and nurse sharks among the coral formations of one of the largest barrier reefs on this 7-stop cruise from Caye Caulker to Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
Cross the border to Guatemala to visit the Mayan temples of the Tikal archaeological complex, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Uncover marine life around the Belize Barrier Reef on this snorkeling cruise from Caye Caulker. Swim in protected waters among turtles, sharks, manatees, pristine corals, and a shipwreck.
Go on an adventurous jungle hike followed by an expedition into the Crystal Cave, a vast limestone cave system filled with intricate rock formations and huge caverns.
Pass the gateway of the Mayan Underworld, stepping into hidden chambers revealing ancient Mayan artifacts, human skeletons and geological processes that have helped to shape the Mayan underworld.
Travel hassle-free with a pre-booked transfer to/from hotels in San Ignacio from/to hotels in Placencia and Hopkins.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to your accommodation in San Ignacio. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to Flores Peten Guatemala. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
meet the guide at the cruise port , for a memorable kayaking adventure. Hike along a short jungle trail then explore the cave network under the Maya Mountains as you paddle a stable, sit-on-top kayak.
Go on an adventurous jungle hike followed by an expedition into the Crystal Cave, a vast limestone cave system filled with intricate rock formations and huge caverns.
meet the guide at the cruise port , for a memorable kayaking adventure. Hike along a short jungle trail then explore the cave network under the Maya Mountains as you paddle a stable, sit-on-top kayak.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to your accommodation in San Ignacio. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Cross the border to Guatemala to visit the Mayan temples of the Tikal archaeological complex, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Travel hassle-free with a pre-booked transfer to/from hotels in San Ignacio from/to hotels in Placencia and Hopkins.
Pass the gateway of the Mayan Underworld, stepping into hidden chambers revealing ancient Mayan artifacts, human skeletons and geological processes that have helped to shape the Mayan underworld.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to Flores Peten Guatemala. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Uncover marine life around the Belize Barrier Reef on this snorkeling cruise from Caye Caulker. Swim in protected waters among turtles, sharks, manatees, pristine corals, and a shipwreck.
Discover the history of the Ancient Mayans. Explore the historic Mayan Temple of Altun Ha. Go tubing down a relaxing river through a series of caves and zipline over the jungle canopy.
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The Belize District is centrally located between the northern and southern borders of the country with a variety of transportation options to any point both inland and out to the cayes. Fishing, snorkeling, diving and swimming are excellent around nearby St. George's and Goff's caye while the rivers and lagoons are great for boating and sightseeing.
In the western part of Belize, you will find Cayo District, located in approximately 2,000 square miles of succulent landscape. This area shows an incredible fortune of interest and activities for tourists and is also the entrance to Guatemala and the incredible ruins of Tikal. Mountain Pine Ridge is often called the main attraction of the area, but Cayo District also includes many great Mayan ruins, towns such as San Ignacio and Santa Elena, the border of Benque Viejo and the villa between the scenic Río Mopan and Río Macal.
While Corozal District depended for many years on the sugar industry, at one time having its own sugar factory located in Libertad Village, today the economy is more diversified. Sugar production and other agricultural crops such as papaya are still central to the way of life of many rural Corozalenos, but occupations in the tourism industry are slowly becoming more prominent. Now almost 65% of Corozalenos depend on the Commercial Free Zone for employment.
Sugar, though, no longer reigns supreme in Orange Walk. In addition to the economic boost from eco tourism, there has been agricultural diversification in recent years. This has seen the recent introduction of fields of soybean, onions and papayas as cash crops. The Orange Walk district is also well known for its cattle and rum production.
Connecting to any of the southern destinations from either the capital Belmopan or the commercial center Belize City is a beautiful scenic ride on the Hummingbird and Southern Highways. This region is easily accessible by daily commuter flights to Dangriga and nearby Independence.
This eclectic and fascinating land is only just starting to get the attention – and visitors – it deserves and is gaining recognition as Belize’s “emerging destination”. The paving of the Southern Highway is finally nearing completion, the bus service runs regularly, and there are now several daily commuter flights on Tropic Air and Maya Island Air.
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