The Perfect Summer Family Vacation in Belize

Belize Family Travel

Who deserves a summer vacation more than you do? Your kids! They’ve had to deal with a frightening year that turned their lives upside down. At-home schooling. Fewer recreational activities. And what kid doesn’t want to hang out with friends instead of quarantining at a distance? For these reasons and more, your family needs a vacation.

You agree but wonder where to go for a proper vacation. Find Belize on the map, explain to the kids that it only takes a few hours to reach this English-speaking nation and then describe mysterious caves, jungles filled with animals they thought only lived in zoos – and while you’re at it, inform everyone that someone else will take care of chores like cleaning cooking meals and tidying up. You’ll get buy-in from everyone!

Fun, affordable and luxurious

Belize Summer Vacations All Inclusive

If you think that those three words can’t be used in the same sentence when describing a vacation venue, you’ve never heard of Chabil Mar, a tropical paradise where every moment is memory-making. Chabil Mar is a full-service boutique property on the Placencia peninsula, Belize’s trendiest destination. Onsite amenities include everything you seek in a full-service resort: roomy, beautifully appointed lodgings, two infinity pools, and 400 feet of private beach.

Kids who have proven themselves to be picky eaters will join the proverbial Clean Plate Club after busy days of activity and adventure and the best way to enjoy a complete experience without needing a spreadsheet to figure out how to customize your stay is to opt for the Chabil Mar Belize Family Vacation Package.

Spend a week together in paradise

Belize Summer Family Vacations

The family vacation package never disappoints. It includes in-country transportation, accommodations, gourmet dining, taxes, service charges, tours and adventures. These are no ordinary outings! Specialty tours from which family members can choose include trips to ancient Maya ruins, a Monkey River Howler Monkey Tour, or a visit to the Cockscomb Jaguar Nature Preserve. Shopping is just minutes away in the charming Village of Placencia where cultural delights are found everywhere you look, from crafts and food to entertainments.

Select attractions family members want included in this package and add opportunities to visit other Maya ruins and caves, take jungle treks, dive, snorkel, fish, sail around the Belize Barrier Reef or just chill out onsite. Borrow the resort’s golf carts, kayaks, and bikes to explore this 16-mile-long finger of land. And keep this important point in mind: Chabil Mar’s Covid protocols remain in place to make certain everyone in your family stays safe and healthy.

If you can think of a single reason to say no to what is likely to be the vacation of a lifetime, watch this video footage:

It’s captivating. Uplifting. Amazing – so much so, you’re going to want to call the resort’s toll-free number now to inquire into availability on the dates you want to travel: 1-866-417-2377. We recommend having two dates in mind, just in case. You’re not the only family craving a fun getaway after what can best be described as a harrowing 2020!

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.

Make Belize Your Company’s Travel Incentive Program Destination in 2021!

Belize Corporate and Incentive Travel

When the Incentive Travel Council issued a recent white paper, it delivered a timely analysis on the role incentive travel has played over time in corporate America. Current prognostications are rosy! “After a lengthy downturn in workforce incentive travel programs, businesses are now starting to jump back into the pool,” researchers determined – but what they didn’t include in their analysis is the importance of destination when measuring program success.

A quick assessment of the current travel scene shows the missing puzzle piece to be Belize, a destination that has proven time and again how moral-boosting a trip to Belize can be on employee productivity. If you’re fashioning your own travel incentive program, Belize has it all — and it doesn’t hurt that the nation is so close to home.

What are the hottest trends in incentive travel?

Hard-working employees don’t necessarily want to go to urban cities, preferring instead a warm, welcoming and relaxing destination. Belize offers a great mix of towns, villages and luxury resorts where premier dining, upscale accommodations and an impressive range of memorable activities await.

As the world recovers from Covid, safety remains a major concern, and Belize outperforms other nations by implementing Gold Standard practices as recommended by international authorities at resorts, hotels and other establishments. Recipients receiving this travel benefit don’t have to worry about virus issues as long as they stay at a certified property.

How do management and administration benefit?

Belize Incentive Travel

Affordable airfares associated with Belize’s re-emergence as a prime destination for travelers are available and major airlines have re-instituted their former flight schedules. Belize resorts work with Human Resource managers eager to book incentive travel, thus amazing deals save companies money – even when that Belize destination happens to be Placencia, the trendiest area of all.

This Belize destination is packed with things to do and see. Access to Placencia Village where the friendliest people in Central America welcome visitors plus eateries, shops and points of cultural interest abound. As a small nation, sponsoring companies don’t run into huge in-country transportation costs to take employees to ancient Maya ruins, scenic waterfalls, jungles, rainforests and other popular sites because proximity to the best Belize has to offer is so close.

Rewarded employees want to stay where they play!

Belize Corporate Travel

Because team building and reward-granting are both goals of travel incentive programs,

employees who play together enjoy bonding experiences made easier by housing everyone at a luxury resort that offers something for everyone. Chabil Mars eminently qualifies for a long list of reasons. Onsite dining is luxurious and specialized tours can be tailored just for corporate guests.

There is so much to do at Chabil Mar and in nearby Placencia Village, vacationers needn’t be attached at the hip during their stay. And HR managers eager to get the most amount of fun and pleasure for the least impact on the corporate bottom line are favorably impressed by Chabil Mar Belize vacation packages where everything about these corporate stays save money, too.

Discover for yourself why Chabil Mar represents the best win-win solution to your travel incentive program needs by contacting staff toll free at 1-866-417-2377 to see what the resort can do for your deserving employees. And it’s okay to mention to the CEO that you’ve managed to pull off this coup without stressing out the company’s budget for the current fiscal year!

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.

 

Enjoy a Fabulous Jungle and Beach Vacation in Belize This Summer

Belize is a small Caribbean nation sandwiched between Guatemala and Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula but the country has been blessed with fabulous weather and incredibly diverse natural landscapes. Ranging from unfathomably beautiful tropical islands in the east to lush jungles, majestic waterfalls, and pristine rivers in the west, Belize truly has something for everyone.

The best way to see and experience all the best that Belize has to offer is with a jungle and beach vacation package from Chabil Mar. You can choose from exciting offshore activities like fishing, snorkeling, sailing, and scuba diving the islands and atolls of the Belize Barrier Reef and mix it with adventures on the mainland, including hiking through vast, trackless rainforests, zip lining through the jungle canopy, and exploring ancient ruins left behind by the Maya more than 1,000 years ago.

Belize’s small size makes enjoying a day out on the water one day followed by an exciting tour of the mainland the next simple and easy. Some beach and jungle packages offered by Chabil Mar include staying at the famous Caves Branch Lodge, home to five-star luxury tree houses and exciting nighttime explorations of the jungle.

Other options include heading to the heart of Belize’s western Cayo District and staying at The Lodge at Chaa Creek while enjoying trips to see butterfly farms and exploring ATM Cave, rated by the Discovery Channel as the number one sacred cave in the world. You can also choose to visit the gorgeous Gaia River Lodge located in the heart of the vast Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve where you’ll get a chance to see the tallest waterfalls in Central America.

Chabil Mar is a multiple award-winning luxury resort located right on the golden sands of the Placencia Peninsula in southern Belize. For the beach portion of your vacation, you can choose from sea kayaks to explore the nearby islands, boat safari trips up the pristine Monkey River (where yes, you will definitely see plenty of monkeys), and hiking tours of the Cockscomb Basin Nature Preserve, home to all five of Central America’s big cat species, including jaguars.

Chabil Mar’s jungle and beach vacation packages have everything you’ll need to enjoy an unforgettable vacation in Belize. Packages include transportation, accommodations at Chabil Mar as well as a partner jungle resort, exciting tours, meals, and other exciting amenities like professional massages, special nature events, and complimentary use of all of the resorts’ facilities.

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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15 Rare and Wonderful Treasures from Belize

The word “treasures” usually refers to riches, precious metals and in some cases, your kids, but if you’re a frequent visitor to Belize, you know that the land is filled with natural treasures that have no equal. Belize is home to unspoiled rainforests, endangered species, ancient Mayan cities and lush beaches, so if these criteria don’t describe a nation rich in treasures, nothing will! We recommend the following 15 to begin your journey.

Silk Cayes

Silk_Caye,_Stann_Creek,_BelizeSilk Cayes: Just off the coast of Placencia Village, divers and snorkelers discover underwater jewels clinging to the Belize Barrier Reef in the vicinity of the Silk Cayes. Known for excellent water quality and modest waves, dive year round in this marine paradise.

Laughing Bird Caye

placencia belizeLaughing Bird Caye: Get away from crowds in nearby Placencia Village to kayak, snorkel, dive, scuba and picnic. When you’ve had your fill of ocean depths, spot another of the nation’s treasures: exotic birds that make this island their home.

Placencia Village

where to travel for summer vacation in belizePlacencia Village: Why is this colorful epicenter of fun and good times a treasure? Because it has everything a vacationer seeks in close proximity—water sports, Mayan ruins, nightlife and luxurious resorts like Chabil Mar.

Monkey River Village

rp_Elizabeth_Monkey_River_Welcome_650_Sign_Chabil_Mar_Belize_Resort.jpgMonkey River Village: This must-see trip balances howler monkeys with cool birds, butterflies and assorted lizards that inhabit this region. The gem-like colors of birds and butterflies will amaze you–and you’ll fall in love with those monkeys.

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary

cockscomb-basin-wildlife-sanctuary-belizeCockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary: The world’s first jaguar preserve isn’t the only reason you’ll find this location a treasure: it’s home to Belize’s highest point, Victoria Peak, and so many colorful insects, mammals, birds and reptiles, you won’t want to put your camera away.

Chabil Mar Resort

summer in belizeChabil Mar Resort: There’s a reason travelers pick Chabil Mar over other Placencia Village lodgings when they visit: Hosts tuck guests into sea-facing villas offering the ultimate in privacy. Tropical gardens, infinity pools and al fresco dining are steps away, so you couldn’t avoid relaxing if you tried!

Blue Hole

The-Great-Blue-Hole-1Blue Hole: The famous Great Blue Hole is a one-of-a-kind diving destination that challenges even veteran divers thanks to its unique configuration of collapsed caves at the ocean floor. Celebrity Jacques-Yves Cousteau couldn’t stop talking about the geological wonders at this spot in the Caribbean. You’ll agree.

Belize Barrier Reef

belize reefBelize Barrier Reef: Charles Darwin called it remarkable and deep sea divers from around the planet find no fault with his assessment! Add this section of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System to your list of not-to-be-missed jewels or your Belize itinerary won’t be complete.

Placencia Lagoon

belize manateesPlacencia Lagoon: This rich, bio-diverse wonderland remains so pristine, Jabiru Storks, Morelet’s crocodiles and some dolphin species swim amid mangrove swamps within this verdant, protected lagoon. Pair a visit here with one to neighboring Cockscomb Jaguar Reserve.

Half Moon Caye

rp_Half_Moon_Caye_Chabil_Mar_-_Belize_Resort.jpgHalf Moon Caye: If you’ve never experienced “a wall dive,” it’s time to jump in. Once you settle into the tight space and discover a world filled with turtles, rays, eels, barracuda and other marine wildlife through crystal waters, you’ll be glad you took the risk.

Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave

ATM-CAVEActun Tunichil Muknal Cave: Plunging into the depths of this karstic limestone cave could take your breath away. Included among the Mayan treasures found at this rare site are stelae, pottery and even skeletal remains of former inhabitants.

Belize Whale Sharks

scuba diving in belizeBelize Whale Sharks: The largest fish in the world uses the Gladden Spit off Belize’s Placencia coast as a playground at certain times of the year. Your best chance of spotting one is to visit during full moons in the months of April and May!

Xunantunich Maya Ruins

xunantunichXunantunich Maya Ruins: Ascend to the ridge above the Mopan River in the San Jose Succotz vicinity to find a Mayan ceremonial center unlike any other. The largest pyramid in Belize (El Castillo) is found here, so that alone is worth your journey.

Caracol Maya Ruins

caracol maya city belizeCaracol Maya Ruins: Caracol is a classic example of what archaeologists have unearthed in the Cayo District. Allow plenty of time to explore this huge compound, the former home of about 120,000 people!

Barton Creek Cave

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Barton Creek Cave: No list of Belize treasures would be complete without this impressive site, continuously inhabited by Mayans between 200 and 900 AD. Ten ledges near the mouth of the cave display artifacts that run the gamut from pottery shards to skeletons.

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.

The Best Honeymoon Resort In Belize For A Romantic Getaway

Best Honeymoon Resort in Belize

If your mom told you that all good things only come in small packages, you may want to call and tell her that this saying is no longer true. Engaged couples live in a world of big packages, especially after managing to get through 2020. As a result, they’re not reticent about planning grand weddings – although smart romantics are focusing as much on grand honeymoons as they are on extravagant ceremonies.

Where to go? No brainer. Belize is again taking its rightful place on the world stage as the most romantic place to honeymoon on the Caribbean rim. Couples who have no idea where to start looking for a resort are advised to look first to Chabil Mar Villas on the Placencia peninsula. What’s your first clue that this is honeymoon mecca? The word “villas.” Chabil Mar’s accommodations far exceed those of ordinary resort guest rooms.

Chabil Mar’s location is particularly unique. Placencia is known as “the island you can walk to” and it’s the epicenter of the highest-quality properties in the nation. Tucked into a huge expanse of palm trees, tropical flowers and adjacent to the beach and sea, Chabil Mar’s beauty is only surpassed by the wealth of amenities honeymooners discover the moment they arrive. There’s a reason “Fodor’s” travel editors gave the resort its “Choice for Luxury” designation and why TripAdvisor is so keen on this boutique resort.

Honeymoon Resorts All Inclusive in Belize
Having come to the realization that Chabil Mar is more than a destination (in fact, it’s a state of mind), rest assured the resort’s reputation as a superior honeymoon destination is secure! Honeymooners can look forward to privacy, intimacy and plenty of fun simply by opting for one of 3 Belize Honeymoon packages, each of which gets every marriage off to a great start by saving couples money, too.

Honeymoon Package #1: Simply called “Destination Honeymoon” you are invited to spend a week basking in the lap of luxury residing in lush digs while enjoying gourmet meals, couples massages, private tours, snorkeling and more, all included for a single package price.

Honeymoon Package #2: If you both think big, the “Islands of Adventure” all-inclusive package has your names written all over it. In addition to accommodations, dining, amenities and you more, romantics eager for island time get their wishes by pairing an inland/island experience that makes this an extraordinary honeymoon choice.

Honeymoon Package #3: “Three Belize Resorts” is the ultimate honeymoon. Couples sojourn at three locations instead of just one. In addition to Chabil Mar, you’ll spend time on Ray Caye Island Resort plus a jungle hideaway called Chaa Creek. All three represent the best of Belize and give adventure seekers infinite cultural and activity choices.

luxury belize honeymoon accommodations
All three Belize honeymoon options are brimming with extras, so you will want to review each option before making a decision. You’ve got plenty to celebrate in 2021 and the ideal place to begin that romantic celebration is Chabil Mar, the only choice for discriminating honeymooners.

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 +501-633-7547.

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