Things to do in Placencia, Belize What’s your definition of adventure? A romantic liaison? Close encounter of the ferocious kind? Perhaps cave exploration defines the limits to which you will go to get your heart rate up! Because there are so many adventures to be had in and around Placencia Belize, we’ve made a list, each of which can be booked through Laru Beya Beach…
The Gladden Spit promontory is one of the most beautiful areas of the Belize Barrier Reef. Together with the Silk Cayes (islands), this area measures approximately 40 square miles (105 square km) and is now called the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve (GSSCMR) which is a protected marine area under Belizean law. Gladden Spit itself is one of the only three atolls found…
Family therapists Sally and John Connolly know a thing or two about the benefits of leaving familiar surroundings behind and taking romantic vacations to keep their relationship healthy and happy. In fact, Sally likes to quote Dr. John Gottman, the University of Washington researcher, whose focus is on relationships: “It is easy to find things to like [about each other] while on a vacation,” even…
Even if you love your job, chances are you refer to your work situation as a jungle on occasion. Crazy bosses. Impossible co-workers. Disruptions that make you wonder if you will ever get through the never-ending list of looming deadlines. All of this stress can come home to roost and impact your health, which is why even trained therapists recommend a vacation so loaded with…
Located in Belize’s southeastern Stann Creek District, the Placencia Peninsula measures about a mile wide and 16 miles north to south with beautiful beaches along the Caribbean Sea on the eastern side and a mangrove-lined lagoon, an angler’s paradise, on the western side. Just a quick drive or few minutes’ flying time from Belize City, Placencia has become one of the most popular visitor…
Can you imagine someone saying that Seattle, Washington is a mirror image of Charleston, South Carolina? Even creative people would have to dig hard to find commonalities. Truth is, the U.S. is around 428-times larger than Belize, yet Northern and Southern Belize are so unique, both sides could be separate countries.The food is different. The landscape is, too. And for folks who, for one reason…
Belize may be a small country in Central America, but it’s big on fun for the whole family. There’s so much to see and do in this exotic country that once people come here as kids, they’re often hooked for life. As the only English-speaking country in Central America, Belize holds multiple attractions for families such as nature reserves and parks, ancient Maya pyramids and…
Placencia Village Sidewalk © Muzamanzie Photographs, Belize On February 9-10, 2019, the village of Placencia will host the 16th annual Placencia Sidewalk Arts Festival. The village’s world-famous central sidewalk will transform into an interactive art gallery and music festival. Booths will line the sidewalk selling delicious local foods and drinks, paintings, handmade clothing and furniture, sculpture, and wood carvings. Although it has just around 1,000…
In winter, the weather outside is often frightful, but it’s always much more delightful when you’re in Belize! The country enjoys a year-round tropical climate similar to Miami where “winter” means long sunny days and perfect T-shirt and sandals weather. And the world is really starting to take notice of Belize’s amazing beaches. Condé Nast Traveler, the luxury lifestyle and travel publication, recently included Belize…
Thanks to its unique history and diverse geography, Belize enjoys one of the most diverse natural environments on the planet. The islands and offshore reefs are teeming with fish, sharks, rays, and sea turtles while the rainforests and jungles of the interior are home to monkeys, crocodiles, giant iguanas, tapirs, and jaguars. Below are 5 amazing nature and wildlife tours to do on your vacation…