Liz Weiss, writing for U.S. News and World Report, decided to focus on what she called “boundary-pushing” trips that appeal to nomads in search of thrills. She suggested Queenstown, New Zealand where bungee jumping is king, trekking Patagonia, dog sledding in Scandinavia, safaris in South Africa, and climbing Mt. Everest. Each...
Hopkins Village Belize: Where Adventurous Couples Thrive
Do you consider yourself one-half of a dynamic duo of adventurers who can’t wait to experience the next thrill together? Count yourselves lucky because your willingness to literally go out on a limb with the person you adore helps strengthen a couple’s bonds, according to a survey undertaken by The...
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...
What It’s Like to Travel to Belize Right Now
It’s been less than a year since The Nature Conservancy proclaimed Belize “a conservation success story,” based on the nation’s emphasis on climate and biodiversity. Despite the nation’s small size—it compares to Vermont or Massachusetts—the number of advances made by government entities and recommendations made by conservation groups and organizations...
The Best Belize Honeymoon Destination in November & December (That You Can Actually Afford)
Once upon a time, planning a wedding destined to take place any month but June was considered gauche, but these days, say data trackers at The Knot website, anything goes, including ceremonies in November and December. Winter weddings aren’t the only change in traditions suggested by today's influencers: Guest garb...
6 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Belize Beach Vacation
Q#1: Is it true what travel experts say about the world’s best snorkeling and diving off the Belize coast? A: Home to the world’s second-longest barrier reef, visitors have access to sites like The Great Blue Hole, the Silk Cayes, and other world-class diving and snorkeling hot spots. The secret...