Just the thought of holding a boa constrictor in my hands is enough to make me shiver. Seeing others do it is nerve rackingly exciting if that makes sense. At Belize Zoo just outside of Belize City you can play with a boa constrictor if you want, watch others do it or simply avoid the snake section.
The Zoo is totally dedicated to conservation of natural wildlife native to Belize. All of the animals are native to Belize and have either been rescued from captivity or donated to the zoo. These animals include jaguars, red macaws, coatis, monkeys, storks, and even a tapir, the zoo’s biggest star. Every year in April kids are invited to sing happy birthday to Read more
You’re finally in Belize and you face the big question, do I rent a car? Do I take a taxi? How do I get
around? The truth is you should have probably thought about that before you got to Belize, but now
you’re here and I have to help you. Here are your options
Taxis will take you anywhere you want to go. They are more expensive then public transportation but it
certainly won’t cost as much as a New York cab ride. The best idea is to agree on a price to your desired
location before you get in. If you don’t agree on a price beforehand then it’s up to the cab driver to
decide how much Read more
True Belize home cooked meals are hard to find. Most restaurants try to dress up the local food in familiar costumes that we foreigners will recognize. El Fogon is totally different. The owner and four other cooks are cooking it up old school Belize style. If you haven’t been to El Fogon, chances are you haven’t experienced a restaurant quite like this one.
Located in the heart of Ambergris Caye, near the airport, El fogon is a hidden gem, literally. Finding this restaurant is like a treasure quest and the reward is great indeed. At this local favorite, food is prepared on an open fire hearth. Just like the grandparents used to do it decades ago. The Read more
A short distance from San Ignacio, next to the Belize Botanical Gardens is duPlooy’s jungle Lodge. This eco-lodge is for the adventurous tourist who wishes to immerse themselves in the Belizean rainforest.
Laying amidst the deep beautiful Belizean jungle are spacious bungalows and jungle lodge rooms. They include private bathrooms, beds and futons for up to four people and relaxing hammocks. Two houses are also available for larger groups. La Casita is a two-bedroom, two-story house with two bathrooms, one with a jacuzzi and the other with a large bathtub. There are hammocks and plenty of sitting and lounging room on both wrap-around porches. The vibrant colors of each room, mayan tapestries and beautiful natural wood will Read more
After a short hike through the Belize rain forest you come to the entrance to a cave. You descend down into the dry cave and walk through it and then another one. Then you come to another cave, but this one isn’t dry, there’s a river flowing through it. It’s dark and and you can’t see the other side. You get on an inner tube and float down river until you come to the other side and then through yet another cave until you’ve circled back to where you started. Then you’re starving and it’s time for lunch.
That’s the experience of may who come to Belize and embark on the great adventure that is cave tubing. The Read more
The water is clear, teeming with schools of fish, the bright colored coral surrounds you as you dive deeper into Belize’s world-famous barrier reef. Every year thousands of tourists come to Belize with the sole purpose of diving in these waters.
The barrier reef is immense and there’s hundreds of great diving spots but if you are an experienced diver with the proper certifications, you have to visit the Blue Hole. The Great Blue Hole is an underwater limestone sinkhole 984 feet across and 407 feet deep. The Blue Hole is closest to Ambergris Caye. This giant sinkhole is full of marine life, including several kinds of sharks and impressive coral formations. Here’s a few things to Read more
There aren’t too many sites out there with comprehensive coverage of what life in Belize is like. For tourists, www.belizetourism.net was always a popular choice. Sadly, it seems to have been abandoned as most of the information on it is outdated.
There are some things on the Belize Report site, as BelizeTourism.net calls it, that are helpful and accurate, such as information about the weather, and suggested lists of things to pack.
There is also a basic map of Belize, which, although isn’t very detailed, it gives you an idea of the layout of the country, and basically where everything is found.
If you want up to date information on relocation to Belize, and help and Read more
While there are a decent number of expats living in Belize, it does not have the same expat network and support system that you will find in countries such as Costa Rica. However, life in Belize can be much more pleasant, afterall, you don’t necessarily have to learn to speak Spanish!
Life in Belize is not for everyone. Before making the decision to move here permanently, you should come and stay for an extended period of time and see if you really can handle what living here means. Even before you make that trip, however, it is important to do a self-analysis to see if you fit the mold of the kind of person who can make it work Read more
Planning a trip to Belize and concerned about your health? There are only a few things to keep in mind before you come here.
Malaria pills are generally all that a doctor will prescribe for visitors coming to Belize.
That having been said, make sure you get a full check-up by your doctor, explain the length of stay in Belize and any special activities you will be doing. That way, they can make sure you have everything you need.
Make sure to ask about any additional shots.
Pack enough of your prescription medications for the duration of your trip.
Bring insect repellent, and USE IT!
Bring sunscreen, and USE IT!
Bring lotion for bug bites for the times you
As with any country there are things that we love about Belize and things that we hate. At the end of the day, the good usually outweighs the bad, and that is why so many of us decide to stick it out here in our little patch of paradise.
One of the most frustrating things can be not being able to find the exact product you want, or not being able to get something you really crave from back home. Most stores stock some imported goods, but the selections can be extremely lacking in smaller towns. The solution: fall in love with the products of Belize! You won’t find fruit this good back in Montana!
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