Belize Music Festival

Belize is a beautiful subtropical paradise that located on the Western edge of the Caribbean Sea. It is the only English speaking country in Central America but it also has a very diverse population and culture. Belize formally known as the British Honduras is an independent democratic country and a member of the British Commonwealth.The second largest barrier reef in the world is located within Belize and it attracts visitors from around the world. Some of the best snorkeling, diving and fishing opportunities in the world are just off shore. Belize also has 3 of the only 4 atolls found in the Western hemisphere surrounded by beautiful blue water. Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker are world class tourist destinations that are less than a mile from the Barrier reef.Many visitors fall in love with Belize after just one visit and aspire to retire and move to Belize permanently. In recent years many retirement developments have been built to accommodate all the new citizens. The cost of living is very low which makes a retirement income stretch further than back home. Belize has most all of the conveniences available that are found in the US and Europe. Belize City has a ... [more..]

If you are looking for a vacation where you can find sand, sun, crystal blue waters and friendly people, look no further than the beautiful country of Belize. Located in Central America, Belize is bordered by Mexico, Guatemala and the Caribbean Sea. Belize is also the only country in Central America where English is the official language. This country and the all inclusive Carribean resorts have plenty to offer all that visit her beautiful landscape.Belize is a great place to go when you really want to get away from the cold winter temperatures. The tropical climate averages around 75 degrees Fahrenheit in January. This can sound quite appealing when the temperatures back home hover around the freezing mark. Belize is also known as "Mother Nature's best kept secret". Belize is home to the longest barrier reef in the northern hemisphere. The Belize Barrier Reef is a series of coral reefs that run 186 miles long. It is also part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System that runs continuous from Cancun, Mexico to Honduras, making it the second largest coral reef system in the world after the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. This reef is Belize's top tourist destination with spectacular ... [more..]

Belize is an extraordinary country, it is slightly smaller then the size of Massachusetts and the population is just over 280,000 (that is smaller then the size of the capital city of Tallahassee). The country is located in Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Guatemala and Mexico.Returning to Belize feels like coming back home, to a 'small town' not an entire country.Be sure to look at another informative article, Belize History: The Maya, Spanish, and British Occupation to give you a brief introduction to the rich history of this country.I also recommend the CIA - World Fact Book web page on Belize to provide you with even more information.On to the reasons to visit Belize.............1) Extremely friendly people who welcome you to their country! Belize is home to over 11 different ethnic groups that primarily include Maya, mestizo, Garifuna, Creoles, Mennonites, and British (and a number of US Expats!).2) A rich ancient and modern Maya culture, Belize was settled by the Maya who constructed major monumental architecture that still exists today after more then 2,000 years has passed. See the EzineArticle on Belize: Maya Ruins & Archaeological Sites You Don't Want to Miss.3) UNESCO World Heritage Site - Belize's ... [more..]