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Come to Belize, Marry A Garifuna Drummer: An Expat in Punta Gorda

February 12th, 2014

I met Ruth and her husband Ray at one of my favorite spots, Hickatee Cottages in Punta Gorda, Belize.  Every…

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Placencia, Belize Has a Serious Food Scene: Dragonfly Moon and Mojo Lounge

February 1st, 2014

In my last post about the DELICIOUS food in Placencia, I raved about Rumfish y Vino…YUM and the gorgeous gelato…

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Chabil Mar Villas, Placencia, Belize: I NEVER Wanted To Leave

January 31st, 2014

I had two nights planned in Placencia Village staying on the low budget end of thing.   First night at Lydia’s…

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A Quick Look Around Independence, Belize Or Is it Mango Creek?

January 29th, 2014

The town of Independence is not a tourist hotspot (YET – the cruise ships are coming!) but its well known…

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Placencia, Belize Has a Serious Food Scene: Great Restaurants You Want to Try

January 28th, 2014

The Placencia Peninsula has a relatively small population.  Placencia, the most visited village at the tip of the peninsula, has…

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An AWESOME Tour in Belize’s Banana Belt Or “Going Bananas in Belize”

January 27th, 2014

My home island of Ambergris Caye isn’t known for agriculture.  Years ago, there were coconut plantations but now tourism is…

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Placencia, Belize: The Beach, The Sidewalk, The Bars, The Restaurants, I’m Loving It

January 26th, 2014

And what’s not to love?  I’ve been here a few times in the past year and this place grabs you…

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Gorgeous Glass Beads Made in Placencia, Belize For Jewelry & For Dread Locks

January 25th, 2014

A few weeks ago, someone sent me a facebook link for someone making pretty PRETTY glass beads in Placencia, Belize…

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Final Public Consultation Meeting Held on Norwegian Cruise Lines “Nature Park” in Southern Belize

January 24th, 2014

Wednesday night I attended the Public Meeting, the FINAL public meeting, about the environmental impact of the proposed Norwegian Cruise…

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The BEST Dessert in San Pedro, Belize (and The Entire Country)

December 31st, 2013

2013 was my year of desserts…but it is as if that year never ends!   After deciding not to worry about…

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Experience Mayan Culture in Southern Belize: It’s SERIOUSLY Hard Work!

December 5th, 2013

The Living Maya Experience is a relatively new initiative and home visit that you should go on when you are…

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My Favorite Dining in Punta Gorda – Gomier’s Restaurant, Asha’s Culture Kitchen and Da Lazy Fish

November 27th, 2013

This is maybe my third or fourth post about my new favorite town in Belize:  Punta Gorda.  I’ve called it…

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Hickatee Cottages: A MUST STAY in Punta Gorda and a Bargain in Belize

November 25th, 2013

I have been back in San Pedro (aka The Far North) for a few days now and the more I…

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MayaBags in Punta Gorda, Belize: All I Want For Christmas Is You

November 23rd, 2013

I found the #1 item on my Christmas list for 2013 in Punta Gorda, Belize.  Seeing these bags in person,…

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The “Real Belize”: Punta Gorda Has SO Much Character & I Love It

November 22nd, 2013

I really didn’t have many preconceived ideas about the southernmost sizeable town in Belize – Punta Gorda.  I knew the…

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A Beautiful Morning for The Garifuna Landing, Music and Dancing in Punta Gorda, Belize

November 19th, 2013

Today is a holiday in Belize –  Garifuna Settlement Day to commemorate the landing of the Garifuna people in Belize.…

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Destination Eating in Belize: Maya Beach Hotel & Bistro

November 11th, 2013

Last year the Belize Tourism Board awarded the Maya Beach Bistro, Belize’s “Restaurant of the Year” for the second time.…

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My Two Favorite Gift & Souvenir Shops in Placencia

November 10th, 2013

I am not good at exploring gift shops on any vacation even when travelling around Belize.  I think I am…

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My 20 Minute Tour of Dangriga & Garifuna Settlement Day

November 10th, 2013

Just a few days ago, I hopped on a bus from Placencia, Belize to travel to San Ignacio.   As…

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Placencia, Belize: Candy Colored Cuteness, Coffee And Desserts

November 9th, 2013

I’ve only been to Placencia in Southern Belize two times but based on the number of pictures that I’ve taken?…

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