Belize
SMILE. YOU’VE LANDED IN BELIZE.
Affectionately referred to as “The Jewel” by native Belizeans, Belize is unique among Central American nations—it’s English-speaking, small (about the size of New Jersey) and un-crowded. It is also one of the world’s newest nations, having gained independence in 1981.
LANGUAGE ENGLISH
CURRENCY BELIZE DOLLAR
READ SASTUN BY ROSITA ARVIGO
TASTE COCHINITA PIBIL
SIP SEAWEED SHAKE
EXPERIENCE DIVING WITH WHALE SHARKS
BIRDING IN BELIZE
Belize is birding paradise. More than 615 non-introduced avian species have been recorded in Belize’s territory.
FAQs
When is the best time to go to Belize?
Temperatures are fairly constant year-round, with highs in the mid-80s and lows in the 70s. March can be windy on the coast.
We’d love to meet you. The expert travel planners at LANDED have been helping clients experience Belize since 2006. We’ve got you. Speak with one of our Belize experts today, at 801.582.2100.
What language is spoken in Belize?
Maya and Spanish are also commonly spoken. Plautdietsch is spoken in the Mennonite communities.
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What is there to do in Belize?
In the mountainous interior, you can zipline, scout ancient Maya cities, track jaguars, swim in river pools, and explore caves.
Belize is famous for its reefs, cayes, and atolls. Many visitors come to Belize purely for the snorkeling and diving. This is one of the best locations in the Western Hemisphere for swimming with whale sharks.
Want a Belize travel expert to help you sort through the options? Overwhelmed by the idea of creating and managing the perfect Belize vacation for you or your family? Speak to one of our expert travel planners today at 801.582.2100.
When is hurricane season in Belize?
Most of our clients leave the travel logistics to us. Doesn’t that sound better? Speak with one of our Belize experts today, at 801.582.2100.
Is it safe to travel to Belize?
Generally speaking, Belize is safe for foreign visitors. Travel anywhere, and you’ll want to exercise increased caution. All travel carries inherent risks. It pays to have a professional guide and heed his advice.
Belize City has neighborhoods with high crime rates, but those are not the places you are likely to visit as a foreign traveler. It’s Belize City’s crime rate that makes the national crime rate alarming. Most of our clients leave the city immediately upon their international arrival.
As with many countries, borderlands and remote areas can carry a higher risk. This is occasionally true in some of the Guatemalan and Mexican border regions, where armed groups have entered Belize in search of rare plants and animals for the black market.
When considering travel to Belize, it’s best to consult with those who know the situation on the ground. The expert travel planners at LANDED know Belize first-hand and by heart. Speak with us today at 801.582.2100. We’re at your service.
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