TODAY! Conch season is here in Belize. October 1st until April 30th or sooner if the Queen Conch quota set by the department of fisheries is filled. The giant sea creature (he’s technically a snail but…let’s not ruminate too long on that) is a favorite across Belize. Shells on display on the main road inKeep reading »
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Ready, Set, SWIM Ambergris Caye! Some of the Best Beaches in Belize
Finding the Best Beach in Belize on the country’s Most Popular Island Belize is fast becoming well known for the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere (second only to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef), for our gorgeous snorkeling, diving, sailing…all types of water sports. The closer you get to the reef, the whiter theKeep reading »
Your One Day Itinerary For Ambergris Caye, Belize – For First Time Visitors
I would never recommend just one day on Ambergris Caye. I really think that you need at least 4 or 5 days and ideally a week to get the feel of the place, to do many of the great activities, to visit some of our restaurants and then visit your favorite ones again, to getKeep reading »
Has Secret Beach, West Ambergris Caye, Jumped the Shark?
When traveling north, there is one bumpy road that will take you to the west side (or the leeward side) of the island. It takes you from the reef side to a strange scrubby moonscape of jagged limestone… …stunted trees and lush mangroves and then the other side of Ambergris Caye. Crystal clear, calm blueKeep reading »
Belize Food Tours…A Must-Do Tour on Every San Pedro Visitors’ List
San Pedro, Belize is a town of amazing food. From the fruit stands to the street vendors to the more upscale restaurants, it’s not easy to find a bad local meal here on Ambergris Caye. You may not know EXACTLY what San Pedrano cuisine is right now…but after you take the Belize Food Tours…with aKeep reading »
MEN AT WORK: My Favorite Breakfast Spot, Estel’s, Opening Delayed Slightly…
Estel’s Dine by the Sea originally announced TODAY as the opening date…it was apparent when I rolled up yesterday for a sneak preview that would not be the case. If you don’t know Estel’s from visiting the island or the 100 photos of my breakfast that I have posted all over social media or the gushingKeep reading »
Shopping in Belize: My Favorite Souvenirs On Ambergris Caye
Shopping for souvenirs on vacation is one of my least favorite things to do. I do NOT enjoy wasting quality beach, snorkel and tour time sifting through…junk. And often it is just that. Shot glasses, fridge magnets, junky jewelry, tacky t-shirts. What seemed funny when you riding on your vacation high, is more just…embarassingKeep reading »
The BEST Dessert in San Pedro, Belize (and The Entire Country)
2013 was my year of desserts…but it is as if that year never ends! After deciding not to worry about things like calories or vitamins, minerals or fiber content (for the time being!)…a big slice of pie or cake seems like the perfect lunch, a brownie, a very satisfying dinner. A stop at anKeep reading »
The Cute, The Quirky and the Ugly: The Signs of Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker
I am a giant GIANT fan of hand-painted, colorful signs for businesses, private houses…for just about anything. Neon? Flashing lights? Gaudy pre-printed signs? Not a fan. So as I look through thousands and thousands of my pictures from the past few years, I thought I’d post just a handful. I’ll let you categorize them asKeep reading »