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Belize City is a real jewel of a destination that is rapidly gaining popularity with travelers. It has so much to offer and has something for every taste, and the people are known to be very friendly. Topping the list are the Mayan ruins this country was an ancient Mayan powerhouse in the day. Other attractions include tropical jungles with exotic plants and animals, fishing, swimming, and diving in the sea with attractive reefs. The country has the second longest barrier reef in the world, as well as three major offshore atolls. Belize City, San Pedro and Placencia are the usual preferred places to stay.    

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Belize is known as “mother nature’s best kept secret” with the worlds 2nd biggest barrier reef, three hundred kilometers in length. Belize is located between Mexico and Guatemala. The official language is English, with that being said Belize is the only Central American country to speak English. Belize City is a tourist destination and is the largest city in Belize, with a population of 57, 169 local people.

 

 The best time to travel to Belize City is during the winter months and the beginning of spring, December to April, when it’s a cooler and drier time of year. September to October is a low season for tourist arrivals because of the tropical storms and hurricane seasons. During this time very little hotel and restaurants are open. On Sundays all businesses are closed, absolutely nothing is open; it’s like a ghost town.       

The best way to get around Belize City is by taxis or on foot during the day in a safe area like
Fort George. Hitch hiking is a very inexpensive way to get from place to place because it’s free. This method of transportation is commonly used with the locals, but not recommended with tourist.

 

The Belizean dollar is close to the US dollar. Two Belize dollars equals one US dollar, although US dollar is accepted all though Belize. ATMS are accessible is most tourist destinations.

 

Take a scenic flight and enjoy the beautiful view of Belize City, the worlds 2nd longest barrier reef and many other sites like the Baron Bliss Lighthouse and the St. John’s Cathedral. Or, take a private helicopter ride over the Blue Hole of Belize, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the museum of Belize which was once a prison in the 19th century. The museum is based on the history of Belize as well as the history of the prison. They even have one of their old jail cells still open for tours. Take a trip to the Belize Zoo and see over one 125 animals like jaguars, storks, and crocodiles. If you love scuba diving or snorkelling head to the famous barrier reef. Stop by St. John’s Cathedral, Belize’s oldest building that was built by slaves over the course of eight years.

 

Attend the Independence Day Parade on September 21st celebrating the day Belizeans got their independence from Great Britain with a big parade. Everyone wears the Belizean colours, blue, red, and white. The National Arts Festival is normally in February at Central Park which showcases local jewelers, painters, sculptors, and tattoo artist. Celebrate Sir Barry Bowen’s life, the creator of the beer brewing empire in Belize. They call it the Sir Barry’s Bellikin Bash which happens in September at memorial park where popular Belizean artist perform live.  They also have beer keg contests with lots of food, and people dance all night long.

 

Celebrity is a popular Restaurant that offers American style steaks and sandwiches; Mexican style fajitas and quesadillas, and pastas; Mediterranean style hummus, kofta and kebabs. But, sea food is the chef’s specialty.  Nerie’s Restaurant has a menu for those that want to try something new and different. Try their curried lamb, gibnut, stewed cow foot or deer. Cenie’s Deli is a breakfast café. Eggs, bacon, pancakes and many more is offered on their menu.

 

Some things you might want to bring on your trip to Belize City:

 

·         Simple clothing

·          Little to no jewelry

·         Shorts and t-shirts

·         Swim suits

·         Comfortable shoes/ sandals

·         A  hat or sun glasses for protection from the sun

·          Sun screen

·         Bug spray

·         Boots or hiking shoes if you’re going to do some exploring in the rainforest or hiking areas

 

As far as safety concerns go, Belize City is pretty safe. Police are usually patrolling tourist areas.  Travelling at night isn’t recommended but travelling with a buddy is.

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