The University of Exeter, the British Trust for Ornithology, and the University of Queensland teamed up to conduct a study that got attention from the international mental health community: People living in neighborhoods with a preponderance of birds “are less likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and stress.” It didn’t matter where study participants lived—urban or suburban neighborhoods. As long as birds show up regularly,…
For travelers who think that visiting France, Germany, Italy, or Japan is too burdensome because it’s impossible to get around without having undertaken a few language lessons or acquiring a helpful translation app, you’ll be happy to know that you won’t have to do either because English is Belize’s primary language. A reminder of British colonization that lasted from 1783 to 1981, English is spoken…
When American Express Travel researchers asked customers whether they prefer “lesser-known” vacation spots to the world’s top destinations, 79% of respondents said “yes!” It seems these savvy travelers love finding spots before they get too popular. Reasons they gave for preferring hidden gems over popular tourist spots include: Wanting to discover trending destinations before they go viral Believing that hidden gems offer more direct cultural…
According to a 2024 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) estimate, the U.S. is home to 19,633 airports, a number that doesn’t seem daunting since the nation sprawls across 3,809,525 square miles. By contrast, Belize measures just 8,867 square miles yet it’s ably served by a much smaller number of airports, which makes flying to the country and getting around a fairly easy process. When planning your…
Analysts at Expedia Group Media Solutions surveyed the world’s youngest generation to see how this demographic influences family travel. They found that a new niche has been added to the list of Baby Boomers, Gen Xs, Millennials, and Gen Zs: Gen Alpha, covering anyone born between 2010 and 2025. By 2025, Two billion kids will comprise the Alpha generation and every one of them is…
It can be hard to get an accurate read on the number of North Americans who work remotely, say researchers at the Sloan School at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), because numbers are so fluid. But one fact can’t be refuted: The recent uptake in the work world’s adoption of remote and hybrid work has made a profound difference in society. “Remote work has…
Are you happy to announce to anyone who will listen that you are a dedicated foodie? The lofty designation describes anyone who finds themselves claiming the title because they exhibit these characteristics: There isn’t a food you won’t try The next meal is always on your mind You judge the quality of any gathering by the food Photographing your dishes before you eat has become…
We don’t have to tell you that inflation has taken a big bite out of discretionary spending, so when it comes to booking vacations, you likely look for every way to cut costs. Popular strategies for accomplishing this goal are using consolidators and discounters to book affordable plane flights, traveling during the off-season when there are bargains to be found, and using rewards cards. But…
Belize’s breathtaking biodiversity unfolds through abundant rainfall, balmy temperatures, and vast swathes of pristine land. More than 4,000 different native flowering plants can be found in Belize, as well as more than 700 different species of trees and other flora, showcasing the incredible richness of Belize flora and fauna. Scientists have only just begun to catalog all of the different plants in the country—a challenging…
It’s impossible to find out exactly who came up with three seasonal descriptors that tourists look for when making vacation plans—high, low—but even the most uninformed nomad knows that low season is filled with perks. Included on the list are saving money, shorter lines, rate drops, fewer crowds, better service, and more ambiance, making low season the time savvy travelers are on the move. If…