Belize

THE PERFECT RECIPE FOR A LUXURY HONEYMOON OR A RELAXING FAMILY HOLIDAY

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WELCOME TO BELIZE

The coast of Belize and its nearby islands offer the perfect recipe for a luxury honeymoon or a relaxing family holiday.

WHY VISIT BELIZE?

Powdery sands, excellent snorkeling and scuba diving on the second largest barrier reef in the world.

We tend to recommend 7-10 nights here, often in combination with neighbouring Guatemala or Mexico.

The country’s interior remains largely undiscovered with Mayan ruins are concealed within pristine rainforest. Opportunities for adventure abound, including caving, canyoning, mountain biking, horse riding and trekking. Those with a few extra days might consider a dip into Guatemala to explore its volcanic landscapes, rich Mayan culture and colourful colonial architecture.

BELIZE INSPIRATION

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Belizean cuisine is a vibrant fusion of Caribbean, Mexican, and African influences, reflecting the country’s diverse cultural heritage. Key ingredients include fresh seafood, beans, rice, and tropical fruits. Signature dishes are rice and beans with stewed chicken, conch fritters, and ceviche. Meals are often flavoured with coconut milk and spicy habanero peppers, showcasing a balance of sweet, savoury, and spicy flavours.

Belizean music blends African, Creole, and Mayan influences. Punta is the most popular genre, characterised by upbeat rhythms and dynamic drumming. Traditional dances like the brukdown and garifuna jankunu feature vibrant energy and storytelling, reflecting Belize’s rich culture and communal spirit.

LISTEN IN

Belizean coffee; Marie Sharp’s Hot Sauce; Conch shell jewellery; Belizean rum and chocolate; Mayan crafts or a handmade garifuna drum.

A few of our favourite reads, past and present:

Beka Lamb by Zee Edgel

In Times Like These by Narda Garcia

Words of Rain by Yasser Musa

PLACES TO VISIT

Discover more of our favourite locations in Belize…

Ambergris Caye

Toledo District

Cayo District

Placencia

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Dive the Second-largest Coral Reef in the World

Once calling only the most daring, Belize is quickly becoming one of Latin America’s rising stars. Just half of the territory comprises land, making the oceans a big part of the allure. The Belize Barrier Reef spans 300 kilometers from Cancún to Honduras and is the world’s second-largest coral reef system, making it a premier diving spot. In southern Belize, Placencia tempts with turtle and Whale Shark sightings close to the shore, while Hopkin’s waters, further north, teem with marine life and vivid corals.

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Explore the Sacred Maya Cave of Actun Tunichil Muknal

Actun Tunichil Muknal, often dubbed the “Cave of the Crystal Sepulchre,” is a portal into the Maya’s mystic past. Inside, calcified remains of human sacrifices and intricate ceremonial altars reveal rituals and appeasements to the Maya gods. Trek jungle trails and wade through rivers, all before descending into the subterranean chambers that plunge down almost four miles.

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Lobster Festival

The Belize Lobster Festival is an annual seafood celebration that marks the beginning of lobster season. A fusion of Belizean culture and culinary passion, the event is celebrated across the country, in places such as Caye Caulker, Placencia, and San Pedro, The festival sees locals and tourists indulge in lobster delights, while vibrant parades with live music, dance performances, and even lobster-themed competitions bring the streets to life.

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Celebrate Belize Independence Day

Celebrated on September 21, Independence Day marks Belize’s official separation from British rule in 1981. This national holiday is met with a burst of patriotic fervor, with streets erupting with parades, colourful costumes, and rhythm. Belizeans proudly don their national colours, while flag-raising ceremonies, carnivals, and fireworks fill the skies. Folk dances, music, and traditional foods play a central role.

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Skydive into the Great Blue Hole

Take to the skies to explore the Great Blue Hole, one of the world’s largest marine sinkholes, reaching depths of 125m and widths of over 300m. The free-fall descent is regarded as one of the more extraordinary skydives in the world, providing a bird’s-eye view of the deep azure chasm. The Great Blue Hole sits within the expansive Belize Barrier Reef, 70 km offshore. The jump requires a water landing, but tandem jumps can be organised with no prior experience.

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Discover Caracol

Nestled deep within the Chiquibul Forest Reserve, this ancient city once rivaled the grandeur of Tikal in Guatemala. The site’s centrepiece, the “Sky Place” or Caana pyramid, dominates the landscape, offering panoramic jungle views from its peak. With its intricate ball courts, stone slabs detailing age-old victories, and plazas echoing rituals of the past, Caracol offers visitors a journey through the intricacies of Mayan politics, warfare, and cosmology.