Caracol Maya Ruins
Caracol is the most extensive Maya site in Belize and one of the largest in the Maya world… Caracol (The Snail) was built during the Classic Period (AD 200-1000) when the Maya’s greatest temples were erected and their civilization flourished. The city core covers 15 square miles, but during its peak the city radiated from
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Corozal
Corozal Town & History The sleepy town of Corozal is nestled along the scenic Corozal Bay, only a few miles from the border with Mexico. It was founded in 1848 when Mestizo refugees fled the Caste Wars in the neighboring Yucatan Peninsula. For the next few years several thousand immigrants found refuge in Corozal. They
History of Belize
Pirates to Loggers Belize’s history dates back thousands of years and it’s as colorful as the country’s landscape. Belize’s treacherous coral reef was the perfect hideout for pirates and buccaneers after plundering merchant ships. However, these outlaws of the sea soon realized that there were 2 very valuable commodities in the bountiful lands of Belize
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Video Be One with Belize
Shot in stunning HD video, this short 15 minute film explores Belize’s Coral Reefs, Jungles, Maya ruins and Cultures for the adventurous traveler or those seeking rest and relaxation. It highlights everything that Belize has to offer and will give you a preview of what awaits for your Belize vacation. Courtesy of the Belize Tourism
Whale Shark Diving
Gentle Giants Whale Sharks are one of the biggest fish in the sea. The largest one ever measured was 40 feet in length with a mouth almost 5 feet wide. However, despite their size they are quite gentle. If they approach a diver or snorkeler, which they sometimes do, it’s more out of curiosity than
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Interview with Captain about Belize Sailing
Cliff Wilson is the owner and captain of luxury catamaran that offers private charters. He has been sailing in Belize and taking guests to explore its coastline for many years. We talked to Cliff about his views on sailing in Belize. Tell me about yourself. Where were you born? What do you do? What key
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The Creole Language
If you look at the faces of Belize they represent a diverse cultural landscape. There are Creoles, Mesitzos, Mayas, Garifunas, Mennonites and many newly immigrant groups such as Chinese, Lebanese and East Indians. Despite their different cultural roots, the one thing that everyone who grows up in Belize has in common is the Creole language.
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Alex’s Treks Around Belize
I was born and raised in Belize City. My backyard was the beautiful Caribbean Sea and lush jungles. As a kid, I remember taking picnic trips to deserted islands, and diving for conch to make fresh ceviche. Going on horseback rides in the jungle or boating up rivers was always a thrill. When I got
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Sarah & Ben’s Belize Vacation Album
Sarah and Ben spent a week exploring the jungles of the Cayo District and then relaxing on the beaches of Placencia. Some of the sites they visited during their Belize vacation included the Maya Ruins of Caracol, the ATM Cave and the Silk Cayes. In Sarah’s own words, “We wanted to take a special trip to a
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Andre’s Belize Vacation
Andre Walther recently visited Belize all the way from Germany. Along with his girlfriend they explored the jungles of Orange Walk and Cayo. Then they moved on to the island of Caye Caulker to relax for a few days and snorkel the Barrier Reef. Some of the sites they visited during their vacation included the Maya Ruins of
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