Placencia Belize: The Honeymoon Destination Made For You

The Best Place To Honeymoon in Belize In 2022

Imagine a tropical destination that never requires you to board a boat, positioned alongside the Caribbean Sea in a country less than two hours from the United States. That’s the Placencia Peninsula. This thin strip of land stretches a full 16 miles from north to south, though it rarely extends beyond a half-mile in width. The beach is always in reach — along with excursions out to the Belize Barrier Reef, journeys into the interior to explore the wild jungle and the food and culture of the various villages up the coast.

Yet despite all this, Placencia Peninsula — and the town of Placencia Village which is its major cultural and commercial hub — manages to maintain a sleepy and inviting vibe. The tourist industry has developed enough to offer all the comforts and amenities you could want, but the area has yet to lose its rustic charm or become overwhelmed with foreigners and tourist traps. Placencia Village’s main street has been recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the smallest in the world, and you’re more likely to see people navigating the peninsula in a golf cart than you are to see them in a conventional car.

In other words, it’s the perfect place to unplug and forget about life back home — and the perfect place to attune yourself to that special someone. Fortunately, it’s a philosophy that the locals understand well. Because while Placencia has yet to be overwhelmed by the tourist industry, the area still has a reputation for both its friendly residents and its thoughtful hospitality industry. It’s also a region that’s proud of its ecological tourism. It’s a movement that Belize has been proactive in fostering, so that each new generation can let their love blossom into full bloom here.

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The region’s most romantic resort is arguably Chabil Mar. Positioned directly on the beach, this boutique resort is small enough to offer you a personalized Belize honeymoon experience — and our seasoned and knowledgeable local staff can make sure that all the little details fall perfectly into place. Fortunately, you don’t have to do any planning if you don’t want to. Chabil Mar’s Belize honeymoon packages are distinct and varied enough to suit just about any couple — from the outdoor adventurers hoping to venture into the Stann Creek District to the beach bums who would like to spend a full week island hopping. Belize may not be an especially big country, but the opportunities for adventure are huge. Can you imagine a more promising way to begin the adventure called marriage?

For more information about visiting Belize for your honeymoon , feel free to chat with our Concierge at: concierge@chabilmarvillas.com or contact our Reservations Manager at: reservations@chabilmarvillas.com. Or perhaps you would like to call toll free from the US or Canada: 1-866-417-2377.

6 Ways to Make Your Belize Honeymoon Unforgettable!

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The cake is history. So are champagne toasts. Even the bridal bouquet has a new home. What began with a kiss, ended with “I do,” and as you two head for your Belize honeymoon, you’re probably so tired, all you want to do is sleep! Give it a day. You’ll both be eager to make memories—especially if you booked your romantic stay at Chabil Mar Villas, where honeymooners go for seclusion, pampering and superior hospitality. Once you’ve caught your breath, the Chabil Mar team stands ready to send you off on adventures that turn ordinary honeymoons into spectacular ones.

Swim with the fishes

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Marine reserves throughout Belize amaze honeymooners eager to see so many undersea wonders. Observe them from a boat or jump into the water, especially around the Belize Barrier Reef where you can swim with giant Tarpon, flirt with stingrays and Eagle Rays and introduce yourselves to dolphins and barracuda if they happen to swim by. There’s a manatee refuge, too. With hundreds of species of marine life, the only witnesses to your undersea hugs, Belize’s underworld adventures could be the highlights of your stay!

Meet the animals

Belize Jaguar

Not every honeymoon couple is eager to roam jungles and rainforests in hopes of spotting Belize’s big cats, howler monkeys and other animals indigenous to this region so opt for a Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center experience. Wear good shoes to explore all 29 acres of savannas and exhibits and do ask your guide to point out the orphans, critters born at the zoo, lovingly rehabilitated creatures and animals received as gifts from other zoological societies. Identify all 125 of Belize’s indigenous animals housed at the zoo and impress your new spouse.

Experience Belize’s past

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Long before Belize became a melting pot of diverse peoples and cultures, generations of Mayans roamed the land. They disappeared without a trace, leaving behind spectacular vestiges of palaces, temples, ball courts and artifacts that are mysterious, exotic and priceless. If you’re both curious and eager to learn more about the Mayans, explore some of Belize’s best ruins, caves and compounds. The Chabil Mar team recommends Xunantunich, Lubantuum and Nim Li Punit and can make arrangements to get you to one–or all three.

Dive in

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It’s time to find out how daring each of you can be by visiting The Big Blue Hole, a natural wonder comprised of collapsed undersea caves that left a perfect circle in the ocean that’s 1,000 feet across and 412 feet deep. Maintained by the Belize Audubon Society, it was a favorite of iconic marine biologist Jacques Cousteau and a world-class dive experience that attracts people from around the world. If just the thought of dropping into this vast hole is scary, have Chabil Mar staff book a helicopter so you two can see it from the air instead.

Stroll Placencia

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Still recovering from wedding shopping? You may have told friends you’ve had enough, but you’re sure to change your mind if you visit Placencia Village, an epicenter of fun that is part of the reason Placencia took a prestigious travel award for being a top Caribbean destination. Because Chabil Mar is close to the village, you won’t have to go far to discover quirky shops, indulge in world-famous Belize chocolates, tour art galleries, check out pubs and indulge in delicious local foods. If you haven’t yet thanked your parents for throwing you the wedding of your dreams, pick out gifts for them here in Placencia Village to show them you were raised right.

Get your romance on

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We think Belize sunsets are extraordinary. Our beaches are pristine. Belize’s sultry shoreline begs couples to stroll hand-in-hand along Placencia’s 16 miles of sand. You’re here for romance, so take full advantage of intimate moments and lush enclaves on Chabil Mar grounds or sail along the shoreline in a private boat provisioned with picnic foods, cold beer, rum punch and anything else you desire. Since Chabil Mar staff specializes in romance, find out why so many honeymooners recommend this resort to friends after they return home!

For more information about visiting Belize for your honeymoon , feel free to chat with our Concierge at: concierge@chabilmarvillas.com or contact our Reservations Manager at: reservations@chabilmarvillas.com. Or perhaps you would like to call toll free from the US or Canada: 1-866-417-2377.

 

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Forget Disney: Belize Family Vacations Can Make Your Kids Smarter

“Parent’s” magazine has been dispensing advice for decades, so when writers like Hollee Actman Becker are given opportunities to see how family members benefit from taking vacations together, she put her own kids on a plane to test the theory. They flew south. On their return flight, her kids’ eyes sparkled as they asked, “When are we going again?”.

The glow in their eyes was no accident. It’s the look kids get when they’ve been pried away from electronics devices and delivered to a beautiful place where television pales in comparison to marine life of a great barrier reef. Staff at Chabil Mar Resort in Placencia, Belize are familiar with that look. That’s why they have carefully crafted family vacation packages designed to suit people of all ages and interests.

Family vacations up a family’s HQ (Happiness Quotient)

British child psychologist Oliver James states, “Family holidays are valued by children, both in the moment and for long afterward in their memory.” He says that traveling boosts a child’s brain development thanks to sensory experiences (like sailing, diving, experiencing wildlife in their own habitats) and cultural ones (meeting people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, practices, and even foods).

Dr. Margot Sunderland agrees. She says family vacations are “associated with higher IQ in children,” so a trip to Belize could make your kids smarter while you and your spouse get the respite you need. How smart? Find out for yourself by coming to Chabil Mar where recreational opportunities are everywhere you turn.

Oh, the places you’ll see!

-Stroll Placencia Village so the kids learn about Belizean culture—no geography class substitutes.
-Visit ancient Mayan Ruins, some of which contain the skeletal remains of sacrificial victims.
-No kid takes a Belize chocolate tour pass where parents say yes to sampling.
-Cockscomb Basin, the only jaguar preserve on the planet, teaches kids that not all Jaguars are cars!
-Invite the kids to chat up the noisy Howler Monkeys on a Monkey River visit.
-Introduce them to kayaking and scuba diving on visits to Laughing Bird or Silk Cayes.

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At Chabil Mar, vacation packages for families are so popular, parents have taken their children out of school for visits because they know that classroom lessons don’t hold a candle to what they can learn on a visit to a country like Belize. The entire family can spend quality time together within the large, luxurious accommodations at Chabil Mar that are guaranteed to bring all family members closer.

Expect to be impressed by the number of extras you and your family enjoy at single package pricing when you browse this web page with your children. If that doesn’t convince you to start planning right now, we are pretty sure your children will make a convincing argument for a family vacation!

7 Ideas For The Perfect Family Holiday in Belize

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Not every family complained about spending too much time with loved ones during 2020. Anecdotal evidence suggests that Covid cemented relationships, improved and strengthened bonds. That’s why planning a family holiday to Belize devoted to unabashed fun should be on your family calendar — in ink — for 2022. 

What’s the first thing to do to make this trip happen? Finding an ideal “home base.” No property outshines Chabil Mar Resort on the Placencia peninsula when it comes to accommodation options, onsite activities, gourmet dining and a wealth of tour options members of your family will love.

Need ideas? These recommendations from frequent Chabil Mar guests offer a taste of Belize’s diversity, but if your clan has the energy and stamina to keep going, the resort staff will be delighted to suggest and book more!

1. Take the Monkey River Tour. This gentle boat ride is designed for family members of all ages. Sail into the jungle. Look for iguana, turtles, and other marine animals and take the nature tour where spotting Howler Monkeys you have heard throughout your journey will delight kids and adults alike.

2. Hike the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. If you like your wildlife really wild, this is your destination. Search for the jaguar, jaguarundi, margay, ocelot, and puma that prowl the 128,000-acre preserve. There’s a small admission fee but this super-sized experience is worth every penny.

3. Make friends with whale sharks. Between April and July, whale sharks show up at the Gladden Spit in a ritual that is as old as Earth’s creation. Ask your Chabil Mar host for details on the excursion that lets you swim with these gentle creatures as part of a dive package or on a solo excursion.

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4. Immerse yourselves in Placencia’s rich culture by strolling Placencia Village. Shop Placencia for souvenirs. If you’re in the country in February, attend the Placencia Peninsula Arts Festival and expect to be dazzled by paintings, sculptures, glass, furniture, embroidery plus the spirited music and dancing that is unique to Belize.

5. Get wet and stay wet. Placencia is a finger of land that offers water sports enthusiasts both an ocean and a lagoon side and both are heavens if family members can’t get enough activity. Sail into the ocean and fish for Snapper, Kingfish and Wahoo, borrow a Chabil Mar kayak or catamaran to explore the shoreline or do both!

6. Snorkel and dive at Laughing Bird Caye National Park. This World Heritage site is home to a huge variety of colorful, exotic marine life, and since it is located in close proximity to Placencia Village and Chabil Mar, family members won’t waste a minute of precious time to undertake this excursion.

7. Experience the Belize Barrier Reef. It’s the one place every visitor must-see because it’s the second-longest on Earth and the expanse is filled with eye candy. Rugged coral reefs are picturesque and the marine life living on and around the reef are remarkable exhibits of nature’s diversity.

How ambitious are your family members? We ask because there’s much more to see and do at Chabil Mar. For folks who want an effortless family holiday, the resort’s Belize family package is the smart way to go. Share package details with your family and keep a camera handy for their reactions!

For more information about Belize, feel free to chat with our Concierge at concierge@chabilmarvillas.com or contact our Reservations Manager at reservations@chabilmarvillas.com. Or perhaps you would like to call toll free from the US or Canada: 1-866-417-2377 or WhatsApp us at +501-633-757.  

Winter Sun and No Quarantine? A Belize Vacation is Calling Your Name!

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What motivates you to think about taking a vacation? Perhaps you want to reward yourself for hard work. Maybe you’re weary from today’s news headlines and need a break from the din!

But for those who don’t need an excuse to getaway in the winter because falling temperatures and snow are enough, Belize would love to welcome you to the nation’s “winter season,” where beach time, water sports, unlimited sunlight, and no quarantine restrictions are compelling reasons for a vacation booking right now.

According to an October 20, 2021 report undertaken by CNN Travel, quarantines remain in place for many destinations along the Caribbean rim. Happily, Belize isn’t one of them and since it’s the only nation in the region where English is spoken by the populace, you won’t have to worry about quarantines or translators.

Turn your attention instead toward the massive amounts of vitamin D you’ll take in from the sun’s rays during your Belize vacation. Where to find the most amount of bliss? The Placencia peninsula is calling your name.

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Why Placencia Belize?

It’s trendy. Diverse. And unique. This lush finger of land may be only 16-miles long but for visitors who don’t want to spend limited vacation time traveling all over the nation, everything Belize visitors expect are found within this easily navigable paradise where Chabil Mar is the ideal resort choice for your stay.

Belize vacation packages at Chabil Mar are so eclectic, you’ll identify the vacation of your dreams immediately. And since these all-inclusive deals cover every detail, you can put your mind on auto-pilot for the duration of your sojourn.

Chabil Mar vacation packages cover fabulous meals, accommodations that are so beautifully appointed, guests are reluctant to leave their digs, impeccable personal service, and proximity to Placencia Belize hot spots like Placencia Village where shopping, nightlife, and cultural delights add to the perfect winter getaway. Chabil Mar guests enjoy complimentary bicycles, golf carts, kayaks, and paddleboards so whether on land or along the shore, you’ll get your fill of fun in the sun.

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Safety and luxury; expect both at Chabil Mar

Having put into place practices and protocols recommended by global health authorities during the worst of the COVID pandemic, Chabil Mar staff has wisely retained those measures. While you won’t have to quarantine upon arriving for your Belize vacation, you won’t have to worry about safety either.

Visitors are tested for the virus upon entry so everyone stays safe, at which point, relaxation will be your primary objective. As a small Placencia Belize resort, Chabil Mar has limited accommodations and bookings fill fast as North Americans check their weather reports and conclude that fleeing to a warm, breezy climate located just a few hours away by plane is the only solution to their winter blues.

Don’t let freezing northerners beat you to Chabil Mar’s registration desk! The below video will convince you that a Belize vacation at this sunny destination is a treat you deserve. You won’t be the first freezing northerner to watch it repeatedly!

Visit our website chabilmarvillas.com for more information on Belize, and don’t hesitate to send us an email, or call US/CAN Toll Free: 1-866-417-2377, Local: (011-501) 523-3606, if you have questions or need help in planning a Belize vacation.

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