For U.S. primary school students, lessons about the midnight ride of Paul Revere are mandatory. Teachers still use the phrase “One, if by land, and two, if by sea,” to teach kids about the secret signal given by Revere to alert patriots about the route British troops were taking. His warning helped win the American Revolutionary War. In Belize, where Brits held dominion from 1783…
What do you look for when considering Belize all inclusive resorts? Access to diving and snorkeling? Proximity to Belize cultural sites? Maybe it’s all beach all the time. We can help! We surveyed frequent travelers and learned that there are 10 things respondents consider most often when comparing beach resorts. Use them as your guide as you check out our picks for the five top…
Frequently referred to as “one of the world’s most influential brands,” Conde Nast never met a media challenge the company couldn’t conquer. Whether venturing into the realm of print, video, film, digital, audio, or social, the amount of influence this powerful conglomerate wields is built on a solid foundation of credibility and innovation, harkening back to founder Condé Montrose Nast. He began empire building in…
If there’s anything avid tourists learned during imposed pandemic restrictions that removed the most pleasurable activity from their lives, it’s that it’s okay to want to “have it all.” When one appreciates the bounty of pleasures received by taking even the simplest holiday trip abroad, life seems richer, more vital, and certainly more fun. For travelers seeking a Belize escape this summer, having it all…
You might think that the humble lobster is nothing more than a tasty seafood dish that comes with a huge price tag, but in fact, lobster lore associated with this feisty crustacean is the stuff of legends. Marina Santos was so curious, she authored a paper for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Sea Grant Program that refuted tales that lobster in 1770’s New England was…
Any idea why the words Earth Day appear in the April 22nd square on your calendar? This day of commemoration salutes awareness of the same issues that continue to plague today’s world: Toxic, polluted air, hazardous waste dumped into waterways, and other environmental offenses that make people and animals sick. Until 1970, it was legal to release harmful agents and there wasn’t a thing people,…
Once upon a time, spring break almost always straddled the Spring Equinox which took place this year on March 20, 2023. But spring break dates are anything but uniform these days, so if you’ve got students attending different colleges, it may feel like spring break 2023 is endless! Since you’re already an expert at managing your kids’ disruptive college and school schedules throughout Covid, we…
Did you know that people who reside on beaches enjoy physical and mental benefits not enjoyed by urbanites? In fact, folks whose homes or vacation venues include accommodations with ocean views enjoy the benefits of depression reduction and enhanced relaxation. To help you understand how much you can improve your well-being by choosing a Belize beach holiday, we offer an easy-to-recall alphabet of perks awaiting…
There’s a reason cruise ships have remained a popular option for travelers: Vacationers know upfront that everything they need and want is included for one price so if they don’t want to spend more, they don’t have to. International resorts adopted this model decades ago when owners saw the wisdom in these types of bundles, but if you’re not yet convinced that they’re the only…
You might think that the history of an official holiday like Memorial Day is cut and dry, but its origins paint a more vivid picture that’s riddled with controversy, say curators at the National Museum of American History. The earliest Memorial Day observances were organized by Americans who were legally unable to serve in the armed forces. This holiday’s roots are founded on efforts by…