Win 2-Nights at Spectacular Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge

A few months ago, Jeff and I visited Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge and were BLOWN AWAY. By the staff, by THE FOOD, by Chef Sean Kuylen, by the countless waterfalls and hiking trails, by our gorgeous villa and…7200 ACRES of the beautiful Pine Ridge region of Belize. SOOOooo different from life out on the cayes. Just spectacular. We never wanted to leave and promised we’d be back very very soon.

The screened in porch at our villa
The outdoor porch, seating area and plunge pool at our villa

We unfortunately can’t get back now. We are closing and selling one fishing lodge, and building and opening another but…we want you to experience Hidden Valley too!

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Summer is unofficially over. The end-of-summer blues might be creeping in. Kids are heading back to school, no more planned long weekend at the beach to day dream about…time to buckle down and get back to work!

Sign at the Wilderness Lodge
Traditional decor at the lodge that I love

But…here’s an idea. Instead of mourning summers end, why not start plotting your next tropical getaway? OR, if you are living here in Belize, I’ve got the PERFECT way to shake off some of that slow-season island fever.

One of many many waterfalls

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Here is perfect kick-starter for your post-summer daydreams. How does TWO FREE NIGHTS at gorgeous Hidden Valley Inn sound?

First, if you missed it, you can read my entire blog about Hidden Valley. The best culinary experience Jeff and I have either had in Belize. Ever. Incredible.

Young gentleman teaching us about cacao
Learning about cacao and getting ready to make delicous mole

Next, it’s easy to enter. (Though these links and sign-up forms are very TECHNICAL for me – so I apologize in advance if easy is the wrong word! 🙂 )

There are two steps:

  • Sign up for my email list (starting Tuesday, Sept 3rd, 10am Belize Time!) so that you can get my new posts as they are published and my monthly newsletter. If you’ve already signed up…perfect.
  • Now that you are signed up for my email list, click below in this form and enter your email addresses again so I know that you signed up! This is the official raffle list! (Sorry for all the entries but I want to make sure to get the newbies and those who have been on my list for months or years!)
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If you are getting any error messages or having issues, please give me your email address and name in the comments below and I’ll make sure you are signed up!

Now that you are entered, check out Hidden Valley’s website so you can start daydreaming.

And…that’s it.

WINNER will be chosen at random next Monday – September 9th – at 10am, my time.

The Prize: A Two-Night Stay in Hidden Valley’s Best Available Room (!!!!) including Complimentary Loggers Breakfast for Two, Based on Availability, Valid until September 30, 2025

Send pictures! Say hi to the crew for me! I’ll be back as soon as I can.

Einer, Chef Sean and Rachael Roe

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63 Comments

  1. Kathryn Clark on September 3rd, 2024 at 10:15 am
    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:49 pm

      You were the FIRST entry! You are on the lists!

      • Mike Redmond on September 8th, 2024 at 9:41 am

        Excellent

  2. Alan Morrow on September 3rd, 2024 at 2:10 pm

    [email protected]

    I tried to enter but didn’t get a response that I did or wasn’t successful.

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 3rd, 2024 at 4:48 pm

      You are on the list..successful. Thanks for entering!

      • Paula on September 4th, 2024 at 10:44 am

        Not sure I got entered – it was a wonky response when I tried.

        Thanks!

        • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:44 pm

          I checked and you did it correctly. Good luck 🙂

          • Sharon Adams on September 8th, 2024 at 11:11 am

            Having trouble entering. Icon is spinning.
            I’ve been a loyal subscriber. Family is booked for a third trip in December.



          • San Pedro Scoop on September 9th, 2024 at 7:19 am

            I gotcha 🙂



    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:48 pm

      Entry #28. You were on the list.

  3. Camaro Young on September 3rd, 2024 at 2:18 pm

    [email protected] Camaro Young

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:47 pm

      You are totally in. Entry #29.

  4. David Martin on September 3rd, 2024 at 8:36 pm

    Hi, I got the same error message twice:
    “Aw, shucks. We didn’t get your entry. Plz try again.”

    • David Martin on September 4th, 2024 at 2:17 pm

      Ok, I’m entered. Just saw my confirmation!

      • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:41 pm

        Yes – you are on. Good luck 🙂

  5. Chris Cash on September 4th, 2024 at 8:45 am

    Getting error message

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:47 pm

      I got you on both lists. Good luck for the raffle. (I hope that works! UGH!)

  6. Alex Sallee on September 4th, 2024 at 9:06 am

    I entered… or tried to. It didn’t give me a confirmation. So just in case! [email protected] 🙂

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:45 pm

      You made it on the list – entry #46!

  7. Lovinia Cal on September 4th, 2024 at 12:17 pm

    Same ….many errors . Lovinia Cal
    [email protected]

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:43 pm

      You are on the list. Thanks!

  8. Ianne on September 4th, 2024 at 2:13 pm
    • Vanina bull on September 4th, 2024 at 6:56 pm

      Hi I would like to enter I keep getting an error
      Vanina bull
      [email protected]

      • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:38 pm

        Sorry about the errors. You have been added!

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:41 pm

      Added you. Good luck!

      • Greg Maas on September 8th, 2024 at 2:30 pm

        Did I make it on your list Rebecca?

        • San Pedro Scoop on September 9th, 2024 at 7:17 am

          You definitely did.

  9. Kara Cox on September 4th, 2024 at 3:56 pm

    Getting error messages. Please enter me
    Kara Cox
    [email protected]

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:40 pm

      All fixed – you are on the list!

  10. Mara on September 4th, 2024 at 5:15 pm

    Getting error messages. Please enter me
    Mara Itza
    [email protected]

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:39 pm

      You are on both lists! Thank you.

  11. Karen on September 4th, 2024 at 8:16 pm

    Looks lovely!

  12. Karen on September 4th, 2024 at 8:20 pm

    I’m also getting an error. Hoping for the best!

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:37 pm

      You are added! Thanks for entering!

  13. Traci Lajoie on September 4th, 2024 at 10:49 pm

    Also getting an error unfortunately but would like to enter

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 5th, 2024 at 3:36 pm

      You are on the list! Good luck 🙂

  14. Billy Frank Thornton on September 5th, 2024 at 12:20 pm

    Would love to see Hidden Valley Resort. Jennie Staines is a friend of the Chef and loved the place.

  15. Dave King on September 5th, 2024 at 12:54 pm

    Also not sure….

  16. Genne Rhaburn on September 5th, 2024 at 5:13 pm

    I really need a vacation 😩
    [email protected]

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 7th, 2024 at 1:42 pm

      Oooof I hear you. ON the list!

  17. Jennifer on September 5th, 2024 at 9:35 pm

    Hopefully I entered everything right! 😬
    But just in case [email protected]

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 7th, 2024 at 1:41 pm

      You were on there – I double checked. #118 🙂

  18. Dimas on September 5th, 2024 at 11:11 pm

    Hi. As per most, I’m getting error as well. I would like to enter.

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 7th, 2024 at 1:38 pm

      Sorry for the errors! You are now on the list.

  19. Charles Moore on September 6th, 2024 at 7:19 am

    I got an error message also [email protected] Charles Moore

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 7th, 2024 at 1:38 pm

      You are properly on the list! Good luck 🙂

  20. Denise Boucher on September 8th, 2024 at 8:04 am

    Denise Boucher
    [email protected]
    Thank you!

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 8th, 2024 at 8:45 am

      You are in!

  21. Terry Uding on September 8th, 2024 at 8:17 am

    I tried to enter the contest, but….I’m hoping to come to San Pedro in January 2025, I live in Portland Oregon (USA) and this has been my dream for 8 years now. I’ve been reading the Scoop for as long and feel as if I know you all already. Please enter me if it’s not too late, I need all the help I can get! I realize the drawing is tomorrow… see you all in January. Much love 💘❤. [email protected].

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 8th, 2024 at 8:47 am

      You are on the list!

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 9th, 2024 at 7:23 am

      Gotcha!

  22. Judy Hanson on September 8th, 2024 at 9:00 am

    Think I got it all done…thanks so much for all your wonderful information about Belize.

  23. Marley Marshall on September 8th, 2024 at 9:46 am

    Got an error the first time. Trying again.

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 9th, 2024 at 7:20 am

      You are on the list.

  24. Sophia on September 8th, 2024 at 9:49 am

    I’ve been following you for years 7+ & I ended up marrying a man who is half Belizean 😆. & yes, I met him after I had my eyes set on Belize.

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 9th, 2024 at 7:19 am

      Gotcha on there!

      • Sophia on September 11th, 2024 at 7:32 am

        Thank you!

  25. Jo Latta on September 8th, 2024 at 12:50 pm

    Looks like a fun trip! Thank you

  26. Kate Wimber on September 8th, 2024 at 7:45 pm

    Subscribed but error on the second part

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 9th, 2024 at 7:25 am

      I gotcha Kate.

  27. Kaley on September 9th, 2024 at 5:35 am

    I’m getting an error too 🙁 can you please add [email protected]?

    Thank you!

    • San Pedro Scoop on September 9th, 2024 at 7:26 am

      You are on the list. 🙂

  28. Edisa Perdomo on September 9th, 2024 at 8:53 am

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