Unlike its Central American neighbors, Belize stands alone in terms of its history and culture, because only Belize was named a member of the British Commonwealth. As a result, England’s influence has differentiated the nation from others, a fact not lost on visitors looking for a vacation experience that is...
The Garifuna of Hopkins Village Belize: The Rich Heritage of a Proud People
There’s much more to Belize than sand, surf, and sun. This land is home to remarkable people, too. North Americans learn all about U.S. roots when history teachers explain how the Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock in search of freedom from English kings and persecution.Curiously, a segment of Belize society...
Start Planning A Family Spring Break in Belize
If you’re interested in knowing how and why you dream but haven’t found answers that satisfy you, you may be relieved to learn that despite centuries of investigation, little progress has been made in this topic, say Cleveland Clinic researchers. Scientists have yet to figure out how long dreams last...
Adventure Day In Hopkins Belize: Go Hiking, See The Barrier Reef, & Enjoy The Unique Wildlife
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...
Best Decision You’ve Ever Made: An All-Inclusive Belize Vacation
How complicated is your life? If your answer is “Very!” you’re likely a multi-tasker extraordinaire who juggles work, family, social, and volunteer roles. When your phone rings and you learn that someone needs your help, you’re the first to say yes. Nobody deserves a vacation more than you do and it’s important...
Why You Should Stay In Hopkins If You’re Planning To Visit Southern Belize
It’s easy to see why Belize made it to the top of your vacation destination list. The flight is short. English is spoken. And summer in Belize gives you lots of space to enjoy adventures since the absence of crowds won’t require you to queue for attractions or dinner reservations at popular...
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...
Escape To Sunny Belize And Save Big on All Inclusive Vacations
When last were you offered a substantive discount for coming to an all-incluisve Caribbean resort where everything you desire could cost $50 per night less? We all love discounts! Discounts make us feel powerful; like we’re discovering a big secret that offers savings on something we really want, but for...
Top Things to Do in Hopkins Belize in 2023
Veteran travelers who believe that there’s only one place to go for a Belize vacation – Ambergris Caye – are frequently surprised to learn that they can have a more relaxing, tranquil holiday in Hopkins where “laid back” is elevated to an art and where attractions and activities are equally...
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...