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Invite the Entire Family to a Multi-generational Vacation in Belize

No matter the ages of your family members, they’re likely familiar with today’s buzziest acronyms. Your teens probably experience FOMO (fear of missing out) regularly, and thrifty grandparents know the value of BOGO (buy one, get one free) when they shop. Let them all know that there’s a new acronym on the scene: JOMO (the joy of missing out). Writes Richard Sima for The Washington…

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From Fishing Village To Beach Mecca: Dream Big in Placencia Belize

From England to Portugal, and from U.S. southern towns to exotic Asian ports, fishing villages have morphed into tourist destinations for very compelling reasons: They’re charming, nostalgic, and retain a “taste of yesterday” when life was decidedly more laid-back. If you don’t have time to fly around the world to visit one, you’ll find that Belize is home to one of the most charming examples…

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Could You Use a Dose of Belize Beach Bliss? Find it at This Caribbean Haven

Be honest: Could you use a major dose of beach therapy, but your doctor can’t prescribe it? Don’t fret. You can always self-diagnose your need for a Caribbean getaway because you likely know that no medication made by the pharma industry could possibly substitute for this kind of therapy. What happens from the moment we dip our toes into the sand? Our mood changes and…

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Discover Foodie Paradise on Belize’s Placencia Peninsula

Conde Nast Traveler magazine editors said it best when they published an article bearing this headline: “Belize Should be on Every Culinary Enthusiasts Radar.” That’s a grandiose statement to make, but in fact, writes Julia Eskins, the “nation famous for its archaeological sites, rainforests, and reefs is finally getting attention for its diverse and sustainable food scene.” At the heart of this paradise is the…

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Laru Beya Resort: Where Comfort and Relaxation Meet in Placencia Belize

Are you aware of the fact that the moment you relax, what researchers call “an awareness of comfort” immediately impacts the body and the mind? It’s a phenomenon that led four Japanese researchers to an important study that ended up being included in the U.S. National Institutes of Health archives recently. What happens to you when you relax? If your answer is “I can’t recall,”…

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10 Interesting Fun Facts About Belize

This increasingly popular vacation hotspot is located just a few hours flying time from the United States. And if you’re looking for the perfect place to stay in Belize, we’ve got you covered. Laru Beya Resort on the picturesque Placencia Peninsula offers an exciting range of package add-ons and à la carte tours. Our All Inclusive Package includes private rooms, scrumptious meals, unlimited local drinks,…

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On Belize’s Placencia Peninsula, Beaches Are Always The Star Attractions

When journalist Rebecca Norris was asked by the online travel website Veranda to research the world’s most beautiful beaches, the destinations she cited included Portugal, Greece, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia, Tahiti, and French Polynesia, each of which requires long plane rides, adjusting to multiple time zones, and plenty of patience. Instead of spending so much time getting to and from her beach suggestions, why not take…

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Is Placencia Belize Safe? A Friendly Guide to Safety and Security

Undertaking a search for a vacation spot should always be more about safety and security than it is about the number of sites you can take in during an average vacation. If you’re researching Belize, expect to discover a large amount of feedback from a variety of sources, but like everything that’s published on the net, it’s important to be discriminating. That said, here’s the…