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.
Belize is a small country in Central America, bordering Mexico and Guatemala. Previously it was known by the name of British Honduras and was pirate land, base of assaults of the Spanish galleons and conflicting lands on which even Guatemala perceives a certain demand for property.
The translation of the word "Garifuna" is something like "people who eat cassava" and is used to designate a Caribbean ethnic group whose origins date back to the African slaves brought to the Caribbean during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. They also have their own language, the "Garifuna", although this language is only spoken by one third of the almost one million people who make up this ethnic group, as well as by most Hondurans of color. It is very curious that the Garifuna language is different according to the sex of each one, men use a more closed vocabulary and women use words from Arahuaco. Such is the richness and uniqueness of this culture that its language, traditional dances and music of the Garífunas were declared as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of Unesco.
The Mountainous Maya region attracts lovers of outdoor adventures. Recognizing the value of healthy ecosystems, the Belize government has allocated much of this region as protected areas. As a result, the environment remains very healthy and unspoiled, with abundant wildlife and native vegetation. The Mountainous Maya region of Belize extends west of the Hummingbird Highway and the area that borders the Western Highway.
In Central America Belize is the country with the largest cave system. Yes, its geography hides a network of underground caverns difficult to believe, all created from the action and force of water.
The number one diving region in Belize and home to the Great Blue Hole, Lighthouse Reef is a diver's paradise and it is rightly people come from all over the world to dive here. Day trips are offered from all over the country; in the south of Dangriga and Placencia, Caye Caulker, Belize and the most popular exit area of Ambergris Caye. Liveaboard trips are also a favorite among divers, the boats depart mainly from Belize City.
Belize doubled its commitment to tourism that defends the environment at no cost without options for "massification" or "all inclusive", thanks to a careful offer of boutique hotels and crystal clear waters that are the dream of every diver.
Beliefs, Rituals and Meals Belize is known for its demographic multiculturalism and its diversity really shines during the Christmas season. The Christmas traditions of Belize are typically celebrated throughout the month of December after the lighting of the Christmas tree that marks the opening of the season. During the weeks before Christmas, families usually flock to the city center (mainly Albert Street) to take advantage of all the Christmas offers of new Christmas trees, ornaments, marley (linoleum) for the floor and curtains for Prepare the house for Christmas day.
The Caribbean is full of festivities and the truth is that not only here but also in other parts of the world, parties related to seafood are quite common. Well, in July in Little Belize, the Lobster Festival is celebrated here. Those days people from all over the country and foreign tourism arrive at Caye Caulker, the affectionate island as they also call it, to enjoy a whole weekend full of parties and of course, full of delicious lobsters.
Travel hassle-free with a pre-booked transfer to/from hotels in San Ignacio from/to hotels in Placencia and Hopkins.
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.
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 your accommodation in Flores Peten Guatemala. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
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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. Reward yourself afterward with a delicious local lunch onsite.
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.
Cross the border to Guatemala to visit the Mayan temples of the Tikal archaeological complex, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Head to Caves Branch River, 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.
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.
Head to Caves Branch River, 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.
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.
Book a shared shuttle from Belize city to your accommodation in San Ignacio. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Travel hassle-free with a pre-booked transfer to/from hotels in San Ignacio from/to hotels in Placencia and Hopkins.
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. Reward yourself afterward with a delicious local lunch onsite.
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 your accommodation in Flores Peten Guatemala. 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.
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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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