The most often told version of the beginnings of the modern spring break usually includes references to an upstate New York swimming coach who pioneered the idea of taking team members to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to get a leg up on spring training. Coaches of other sports adopted the idea...
11 Reasons Why Your Next Vacation Should Be in Belize
There are so many more reasons to visit Belize than we have room to list here, but hopefully, this enticing selection of 11 justifications will not only surprise and delight you but send you scurrying for the suitcase that’s been gathering dust since the pandemic brought travel to a halt....
Escape The Cold And Visit Belize During The Best Months Of The Year: Jan-May
It didn’t matter where you lived as Christmas 2022 approached because even the most conservative weather reporters weighing in on the “once in a generation” arctic blast that swept across North America weren’t shy about scaring the public. Plunging temperatures, dangerous cold, and the snow and ice that caused a...
Discover Hopkins Belize Where Honeymoon Dreams Come True
Nothing shouts “honeymoon bliss” louder than sun and beaches. Add swaying palms, toe-teasing sand, and ocean waters so blue, they defy color charts and heaven pales in comparison.Have beach locations become trendy because couples have had to endure Covid lockdowns? Not necessarily. Experts say that tropical honeymoons are very much...
This Often Overlooked Garifuna Community Is The Perfect Weekend Escape
From the bible to ethnographic profiles, we often use imperfect oral traditions to inform our perspectives about a society. In Belize, there is no shortage of speculation about one of the nation’s most prominent people: The Garifuna. According to writings of British major John Scott in 1667, this society's earliest...
Dreaming of a Pre-Baby Getaway? You Two Deserve a Babymoon
If asked to list the types of vacations offered to today’s travelers, how many would you come up with? Some are obvious (e.g., the quintessential honeymoon) while others have fewer sentimental attachments—like girlfriend trips and adventure getaways. Given the travel world’s propensity for coming up with innovative new angles for...
Plan Your 2023 Belize Beach Vacation Today
Located in Central America, Belize is the ultimate beach vacation destination for families, honeymooners, and adventurers. Aside from its ideal balmy weather all year round, Belize is home to some of the best beaches in the region. Add ancient Maya cities, a UNESCO Barrier Reef that is popular for scuba diving and...
Life-changing Trips in Belize for Couples
Whether you're in a new relationship or have been together forever and a day, one of the best ways to strengthen the partner bond is to travel together. And while traveling always presents some challenges, there are numerous benefits that result from pushing your boundaries and getting outside your comfort...
How To Have an Eco-Friendly Belize Vacation
You recycle. You ride your bike to help cut fossil fuel emissions. You even check clothing labels to make sure items are made of yarn that’s biodegradable. If you’re ready to take the next step, how about an eco-friendly getaway that meets all the right travel practices?Start by choosing a...
Do I Need a Covid Test to Travel to Belize?
Debra Kaplan’s University of Pennsylvania blog post about the history of travel documents offers a fun introduction to the past. During the late 15th century, Middle Eastern authorities began to “demand that all travelers carry documentation,” she found. These precursors to passports were called “safe conducts.” Fast forward to the...