Belize

Lost in Belize III: Where to Eat in Ambergris Caye

March 9, 2010
By Island Tips

Though traditional Belizean cuisine features many fried dishes, such as the fry jacks or fried corn tortillas, there’s plenty of healthy fare to be found in Ambergris Caye, such as grilled red snapper caught daily, tropical fruits platters, and conch ceviche. Here’s a roundup of my favorite places to eat on the island. Breakfast:...
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St. George’s Caye: Name This Bar and Win a Hotel Stay in Belize

March 5, 2010
By Island Tips
St. George’s Caye:  Name This Bar and Win a Hotel Stay in Belize

Spring may be coming soon, but if you need a warm-weather vacay pronto, play "name that bar" and you could be heading to Belize. St.
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Save $500 on a 5-night Stay in Belize

March 1, 2010
By Island Tips

SHERMAN’S EXCLUSIVE The Deal Shave more than 40 percent off all-inclusive rates. Stay St. George’s Caye, a resort on a private island, offers 11 thatched-roof cabanas, just 20 minutes by boat from Belize City.
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LATIN AMERICA: Mexico Dusts Off Leadership Role – Inter Press Service

February 23, 2010
By Island Tips
LATIN AMERICA: Mexico Dusts Off Leadership Role – Inter Press Service

BBC News LATIN AMERICA: Mexico Dusts Off Leadership Role Inter Press Service The 15 CARICOM countries are Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat, St Kitts and Nevis, ... Rio Group's Unity Summit to Focus on Haiti CRIENGLISH.com PM Douglas tackles youth empowerment issues at Mexico-CARICOM Summit Communication's...
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Weight Loss Cruises

February 23, 2010
By Island Tips

Big cruise ships have the reputation of catering to overindulgence…especially when it comes to eating and drinking. So when planning for your weight-loss goals, how about a guilt-free cruise that may actually be good for you?
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Fort Lauderdale: Obsess Over The Beatles ‘Eight Days a Week’ on The Tribute Cruise

February 3, 2010
By Island Tips
Fort Lauderdale: Obsess Over The Beatles ‘Eight Days a Week’ on The Tribute Cruise

Were you curious about Oxford University's mini-program this summer featuring an entire class on The Beatles? but want something less academic and stuffy? The Beatles Tribute Cruise has come to your rescue. The cruise will set sail on March 28 for one week, departing from Fort Lauderdale and making stops in Belize and...
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Belize: Answers to your vacation FAQs

January 29, 2010
By Island Tips
Belize: Answers to your vacation FAQs

(Courtesy ashled2/myBudgetTravel ) Here's a Q&A with Eric Wechter , the editor of Fodor's Belize , 4th edition. He's also the Belize expert for Fodor's 80 degrees initiative , an interactive planner for finding a warm-weather escape best suited for your personality.
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Family Cruise January 2010

January 18, 2010
By Ken
Family Cruise January 2010

taylorlwhite posted a photo: Left Miami and went to Cozumel, Mexico and Belize City, Belize!
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Electric outlets of the Caribbean

September 5, 2006
By Ken

Here is a brief guide to electric systems used around the Caribbean. If you’re not familiar with the different plug types, you can see illustrations here. Anguilla, 110V, 60Hz, North American NEMA1-15, North American NEMA 5-15 Antigua, 230V, 60 Hz, North American NEMA1-15, North American NEMA 5-15 Aruba, 127V, 60 Hz, North American NEMA1-15, North American NEMA...
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DiCaprio’s island cost $1.7 million

July 7, 2005
By Ken

I’ve found a few more details on Leonadro DiCaprio’s purchase of Blackadore Caye of the coast of Belize. The island apparently cost around $1.75 million, which seems like a pretty good deal to me. The resort will feature an airstrip and renewable energy sources. Update: A satellite image of Blackadore Caye is available through Google...
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