The New York Times is known for unearthing truths, so when readers stumbled upon journalist Susan S. Lichtendorf’s article, “Travel Brochures: Separating Fact From Fantasy,” the headline grabbed them. Lichtendorf describes a young woman, desperate for a winter escape, seduced by a travel brochure that proved to be nothing but hype.
This happens more than you imagine, which is why the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (USFTD) undertook an investigation to find out why so many travelers were misled by print and electronic promotions. Why call this to your attention? Because meaningful travel moments can’t be found in brochures—they’re made anew each day if you choose the right destination.
Thinking about your own escape?
If finding a destination that’s more beautiful and vibrant than can ever be described in a brochure is your goal, head for Belize—and select Belizean Dreams Resort as your vacation headquarters. One visit to this property’s website tells you all you need to know about the lush environment you can expect. These are no AI-generated images!
Get a taste of paradise via pull-down menus describing Belizean Dreams’ two bountiful all inclusive packages and browse tour options available to you as a guest of this popular resort. Of course, it’s up to you to memorialize the uniquely personal and meaningful moments, and we’ve got suggestions for preserving them.
Memory making your way
Josh, a young travel professional, has explored 70+ countries 15+ years. He is a pro at preserving memories, believing that no brochure can do justice to a beautiful, in-person experience. During your Belizean Dreams holiday, expect to gather memories in multiple forms, each one guaranteed to remind you forever of your sojourn in paradise.
- Make a shadow box of mementos collected during your escape. Include your boarding pass, a seashell, post card, and tickets to events.
- Use your phone to snap photos, print your favorites, and create a gallery using a map of Belize as the background.
- Purchase a small journal and describe your adventures at the end of each day.
- Curate a travel video using your phone, telling the tale of your Belizean Dreams experiences.
- Select the best photos, purchase matching frames, and design a collage showcasing your holiday.
- Compile a scrapbook if framed photos, shadow boxes, or journaling aren't your thing.
- Make a Belize playlist. Record tunes at Belizean Dreams’ Friday Night Live Drumming performance and if you’re hooked, visit Hopkins Village to take drumming lessons.
- Collect local food recipes. The resort’s talented chefs may share their culinary secrets with you if you ask.
Should you get rid of the travel brochures you’ve collected over time? Of course not. But use your getaway to drive home the fact that meaningful moments are not now—nor will they ever be—adequate substitutes for the memories you make on your own—especially if those memories are made during your hiatus at Belizean Dreams Resort!
