The popular website www.usatoday.com is recommending Belize as a prime location for a destination wedding on a budget.
Here is what Jane Reynolds, the author of the article says about Belize:
Belize offers visitors more diversity than your run-of-the-mill beach destination, and flight prices are about the same as those you’d find to popular wedding locales such as Mexico. Not only does Belize boast beautiful sandy beaches, but it’s also home to lush rainforests, Mayan ruins and the second-largest barrier reef in the world. And once you’re there, it’s easy enough to save some green — and go green, for that matter. Belize has very few expensive mega-resorts and instead is dotted by eco-lodges and inns where room and board can be found cheap — if you’re willing to give up some “luxuries” such as air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. Another perk? With lobster being a local specialty, it comes much cheaper here than stateside, so you can impress wedding guests with a lobster dinner for a lot less.
Destin Florida, Vermont, Sedona Arizona, Dominican Republic, Savannah Georgia, Jamaica, and Lake Tahoe California were the other destinations that made it on the list.
Interested in getting married in Belize? Email 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.
The “Morning Matters” TV and Radio Show which is hosted by Rhonda Crichton, known locally as the “Oprah Winfrey of Belize” visited Placencia Village for the Lobsterfest Event this past weekend and stayed at Chabil Mar to experience the resort and its exclusive amenities.
Here is what Crichton says about Chabil Mar:
The “Morning Matters” Show not only airs daily on the popular Channel 7 TV Station in Belize but it is also syndicated in Barbados, Grenada ,and Trinidad.
Vacationers looking for Mother Nature’s personal hideaway will find it amid the spectacular reefs and rainforests in the heart of Belize. Whether your dream can be fulfilled by diving a coral reef, snorkeling or fishing—or perhaps you’ve longed to spend time in rainforests where bio-diversity surrounds you—find both here in Belize.
But why settle for one experience when green season prices give you twice as much value for your money? By choosing a rainforest and reef vacation package, you stay at an award-winning resort like Chabil Mar and an award winning resort partner, both of which are in close proximity to the most outstanding forests, jungles and reefs of all.
What can you expect if you’re lucky enough to partake of what’s fondly known as a “swimsuit and hiking boot” experience in Belize? Seven days of nonstop activity, fun and excitement minus the fussy wardrobe! A Belize jungle and sea adventure includes a second resort location, so when you’re not at Chabil Mar, tuck into a Chaa Creek cottage and enjoy meals as part of the all-inclusive reef and rainforest package. Dessert? That’s the 365-acre nature reserve that surrounds you at Chaa Creek.
Set off on excursions to fascinating Mayan ruins, each of which is unique. Tikal, an ancient Maya City in Guatemala is not far away from the border of Belize and treats you to awe-inspiring palaces, temples and courtyards. Visit Barton Creek Cave for a completely different Maya experience. Within this fascinating cave are artifacts, relics and remains that depict a different aspect of Mayan culture: rather than living in the sophisticated dwellings built at Tikal, this underworld of dark mystery housed indigenous peoples, all of whom disappeared without a trace.
While you’ve got those hiking boots on, guides will take you through a magical butterfly farm, satisfy your curiosity at the area’s natural history center, lead you on nature walks through landscaping that’s lush and exotic and you’ll find more historical wonder at the Xunantunich Maya site. When you’ve had your fill, it’s time to change into your swimming togs for a seaside adventure using Chabil Mar as your home base.
Set off early from your luxury villa where meals are included in your package. Stroll 400-feet of private beach to get your feet wet before going to the Great Belize Barrier Reef for your fill of diving, snorkeling and/or fishing. If you prefer to take water sports into your own hands, paddle out to sea onboard a kayak courtesy of Chabil Mar or take a Monkey River boat ride to see for yourself just how loud those Howler Monkeys can be.
Perhaps you’re asking: How can I cram all of this into just one week? Won’t it cost me a fortune? The answer is no: It’s summer season in Belize so the crowds are gone and your resort hosts are prepared to treat you like you’re the only guest on premises. They’ll fine tune your tour schedule like a symphony conductor making sure every instrument is pitch perfect.
Given green season prices, fewer crowds and hosts ready to treat you to the best Belize has to offer, taking a pass on an R&R vacation right now makes absolutely no sense! Strike while the opportunity is hot by booking immediately—and don’t bother packing a big suitcase. Visitors have been known to arrive with swimsuits, hiking boots and very little else.
Placencia is a perfect wedding destination in Belize
The Chabil Mar Management and Staff were delighted to receive a mesmerizing wedding review on TripAdvisor this week of past guests who celebrated their wonderful wedding ceremony at Chabil Mar.
Here is what the couple had to say about their wedding experience:
“So beautiful and such an amazing group of people!! What an amazing experience!”
My husband and I traveled with a large group of our family and friends to Chabil Mar Villas for our destination wedding on June 6, 2015.
I am still in awe of how wonderful the staff here is and how nicely we were treated. We felt like we were family to the team of staff members here and we were constantly being offered food, beverages, fresh towels etc. It seemed like someone was always available no matter what we needed whether it was help with getting kayaks or paddle boards in and out of the water or someone offering to place our food or drink order to be delivered anywhere we wanted at the resort.
I know I was definitely amazed at the love that is given to the landscaping on the grounds of Chabil Mar and I enjoyed just walking around and marveling at all of the wonderful plants and topiaries created by the gardeners.
I was so impressed at how every little detail of our wedding was handled by Ms. Althea! She went above and beyond my expectations and every little detail was covered without stress on my part. It was like she knew exactly what I wanted and created it and handled everything up until the last minute of the reception.
A HUGE thank you to Althea and all of the amazing staff at Chabil Mar for a dream come true wedding day and family vacation!! We loved the bartenders, the reservation and concierge staff, the wait staff, the chefs, the beach captains and the gardeners. The food from Cafe Mar is hands down the best food we have ever eaten. I think everyone in our group stated that at one point or another.
We are already planning our next trip back here most likely in the next year and I can’t wait! No wonder this place is rated number one on Trip Advisor. We also heard from a lot of locals from Placencia Village that this is THE nicest resort!
Below are three beautiful photos of the wedding celebration:
Photos by Powers Studios – www.powersstudios.com
The Management and Staff of Chabil Mar are already looking forward to hosting the couple next year.
For information about have a wedding in 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.
Each year, Chabil Mar partners with Hatchet Caye Island Resort to offer a 7 nights Belize vacation package as an auction gift to support Oceana’s Seachange Summer Party.
The SeaChange Summer Party is an annual event held in Orange County, California that recognizes the sea’s importance and honors those who actively help to preserve its habitats and wildlife.
According to Oceana, the SeaChange Party is attended by approximately 400 guests annually and helps to raise more than $1 million for ocean conservation and has attracted celebrities like Harrison Ford, Morgan Freeman, Jeff Goldblum, Ted Danson, Sam Waterston among others.
In May of this year, Margo and Leon Smith visited Belize as they were the winners of the 7 nights Belize vacation package that Oceana auctioned last year at the event.
Margo and Leon Smith had a fantastic time in Belize that they sent us the following photos to thank us for the memorable holiday experience that they enjoyed at Chabil Mar and Hatchet Caye:
According to Orange Coast Magazine, a well-read magazine in the Orange County area, the SeaChange Summer Party is one of the top five “Must Attend” events in Orange County, California.
The 7 nights of Belize bliss that Margo and Leon enjoyed at both award winning Belize resorts (Chabil Mar & Hatchet Caye Island Resort) included snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, fishing, jungle tours, tours of ancient Maya ruins, luxury accommodations on the beach, delicious Belizean meals and much more.
For information about traveling to 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.
The popular website www.usatoday.com is recommending Belize as a prime location for a destination wedding on a budget.
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