Is it possible to fall madly in love with an entire peninsula? The answer is yes–if that finger of land is named Placencia. Mother Nature must have loved her handiwork when she finished this gorgeous sliver of land because she included every sort of topography a visitor could desire: 16 miles of sandy beach, mountains that hug the horizon, a tranquil lagoon and the Caribbean Sea. The area’s first settlers and descendants have nurtured this land over time by putting down deep roots so the peninsula is a perfectly-balanced mix of tropical green space, natural wonders and enough bistros, guest houses, luxury resorts and other amenities to satisfy anyone in search of a paradise.

The Placencia Peninsula

The wonder of Placencia Village

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The hottest trend in family vacations is called eco-tourism. Instead of waiting in line at an amusement park, a family eco-tourism is a chance for everyone to put down their smartphones, get outside, and enjoy bonding in some of the most beautiful places on the planet.

If you’re going on a family adventure vacation to Belize, here are some of the things you can enjoy:

Attend the Placencia Lobsterfest

Who likes lobster? Everybody! The Placencia Lobsterfest is three days of fun in the sun, with plenty of food, games, live music, and activities to keep the whole family entertained.

Dive With Whale Sharks

Few experiences can compare to diving with whale sharks, the largest non-mammalian animal in the ocean. Whale sharks only visit Belize once a year, making their annual arrival a truly special event.

Visit Placencia Village

This charming fishing village has the unique pleasure of holding the Guinness World Record for the smallest main street. It also has colorful murals, funky shops, and cool cafes.

Go On a Nature Tour

Whether it’s an educational boat excursion along the well-named Monkey River or a hike through the pristine wilderness of the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, a nature tour is a great way to learn more about plants, birds, and animals.

Visit an Ancient Maya City

Your whole family will love the thrill of “discovering” an Ancient Maya city located deep in the jungle. Cities such as Lubantuum and Xunantunich allow children and adults to learn more about Central America’s most advanced ancient culture that built the enormous pyramids, palaces, and temples that dot the Belizean landscape today.

Explore the Creepy ATM Cave

Abandoned and forgotten for more than 1,000 years, the Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave was accidentally rediscovered in 1989. You’ll have to swim, crawl, and climb to get to the deepest chamber in the cave, but the effort will be well worth it. Discovered in the cave are the remains of men, women, and children who had been offered up as human sacrifices to the gods by Maya priests.

Chabil Mar Villas

If you’re ready to create unforgettable family memories this summer, choose Chabil Mar Villas. Located on the beautiful Placencia Peninsula in southeastern Belize, Chabil Mar is an award-winning family resort and a perennial TripAdvisor favorite.

Chabil Mar has its own stretch of private beach, two infinity pools, a lush tropical garden, and a gourmet restaurant. Chabil Mar is close to all of the top attractions in the country on both the mainland and the reef.

For more information about travelling to Belize this summer, 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.

Belize is a small country in Central America with hundreds of offshore islands strung along the Belize Barrier Reef, the second-largest barrier reef in the world. Amongst these islands is the Turneffe Atoll, one of just three atolls found outside of the Atlantic Ocean, and the largest coral atoll in the Western Hemisphere.

The Turneffe Atoll is located approximately 20 miles (32 km) offshore from Belize City and measures 30 miles (48 km) from north to south and 10 miles (16 km) from east to west. A protected marine reserve, the Turneffe Atoll is one of the most spectacular dive sites in the country.

Surrounded and protected by the Turneffe Islands, the atoll is home to more than 500 species of fish, 65 species of coral, sea turtles, seabirds, manatees, dolphins, and a colorful array of marine fauna. The 400+ tiny islets that surround the atoll make Turneffe one of the most visually spectacular locations in the country, and the dense mangrove forests serve as a nursery and feeding ground for the diverse forms of wildlife that inhabit the area.

With so much amazing underwater terrain to explore, diving Turneffe is an all-day affair. Divers can explore sandy ledges, sheer walls, and spur-and-groove formations that offer challenges to divers of every skill level. Water levels in the lagoons are very shallow with crystal clear water before sloping down to shelves at a depth of around 60 feet. Nutrient outflow from the mangrove forests cause huge schools of fish to congregate.

Perhaps the most famous dive site in Turneffe is known as “The Elbow.” This area is used by hundreds of fish species as a nursery, including black grouper, tiger grouper, mutton snapper, splendid toadfish, and horse eye jacks. Other species seen in abundance in the area include cleaner shrimp, southern sting rays, channel crabs, French angelfish, nurse sharks, moray eels, and three different species of endangered sea turtles.

The Turneffe Atoll was once used as a base of operations by the pirate Edward Teach, better known as Blackbeard. In the 18th century, Blackbeard and his crew captured several ships in the area and used the islands to launch operations throughout the Caribbean.

Chabil Mar is a luxury resort located on the Placencia Peninsula, the gateway to the Belize Barrier Reef and the Turneffe Atolls. Chabil Mar offers unique scuba diving vacation packages that include trips out to the Turneffe Atolls.

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Where to go in Belize

Just a few hours flying time from the United States, Belize is a lovely tropical destination with gorgeous beaches, exotic wildlife, a stunning coral reef, jungles, ancient Mayan cities, and a friendly Caribbean atmosphere.

Below are some of our favorite places and points of interest in Belize.

Placencia Peninsula – A sparkling 16-mile long expanse of beach along the Caribbean, the peninsula is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Belize. The mangrove-lined lagoon on the mainland side is an ideal spot to enjoy fishing.

Placencia Village – A laid-back fishing village, Placencia is a great place to get a drink in a cafe or bar, enjoy a delicious meal in a restaurant, or find an outfitter for a trip to the Belize Barrier Reef. The village is famous for holding the Guinness Book of World Records title for smallest main street in the world, a 4,000-foot long sidewalk too narrow to admit cars.

San Ignacio Town – The cultural and entertainment capital of the west, San Ignacio is close to many of the country’s finest Maya ruins. The resort of Chabil Mar offers comprehensive jungle and sea packages that combine the best of Placencia Peninsula with an expedition to San Ignacio and its environs.

Hopkins – A small village in the southeast, Hopkins is the cultural heart of the unique Garifuna culture.

Caye Caulker – A small, unspoiled island, Caye Caulker is the picture postcard definition of a tropical island, complete with sparkling blue water, white sands, and palm trees.

Toledo District – The heart of Belize’s cacao (chocolate) growing region, Toledo is the gateway to the unspoiled south of the country.

Ambergris Caye – The largest island in Belize, Ambergris Caye is an easygoing mix of beaches, bars and some of the best food in the country.

Belize Barrier Reef – The second largest coral reef system in the world, the Belize Barrier Reef offers spectacular diving, swimming, snorkeling and sailing opportunities.

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary – Perfect for day trips or longer hiking expeditions, the sanctuary provides a protected habitat for tapirs, monkeys, jaguars and hundreds of species of birds.

Great Blue Hole – Regularly voted as one of the top natural wonders in the world, the Blue Hole offers experienced divers a unique opportunity to explore a system of underwater caverns.

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.

Unless you’ve been living on a space station with no conduit to breaking news, you know that Covid vaccines have not only been approved for use but shipped to locations throughout the U.S.A. The U.K. had already gotten vials and other nations have come up with formulations for their populaces that can begin to reverse the pandemic. 
 
This ends your excuse for not vacationing in 2022! Whether you feel comfortable traveling in January or you’re extra cautious and want to wait until later in the year, Belize is the ideal destination for your first post-quarantine hiatus. 
 
This small, vibrant nation is the trendiest vacation destination in Central America thanks to the country’s tourism industry assuming a leadership role in cleaning and hygiene practices that turned the nation into a refuge for Corona-weary travelers eager to escape sequestration. If tropical breezes, surf, and sun are on your recovery menu, choosing another destination makes no sense. Here’s why: 
 
1. Belizeans speak English and airplane flights from the southern rim of the U.S. take just a few hours, so getting to the Belize international airport is a hassle-free experience. The airport has also put into place stringent health precautions to greet arrivals that are guaranteed to make you feel secure and welcome. 
 
2. Although airline and resort bookings are increasing, you can still afford your trip because luxury resorts like Chabil Mar, on the popular Placencia peninsula, are offering amazing deals for travelers throughout 2022. 
 
3. Nicknamed “The Island You Can Walk to,” once you see how many ways Chabil Mar delights guests, you won’t want to walk anywhere! Onsite amenities include extravagantly-decorated and fully-appointed villas, 400 feet of private beach, a private pier for lounging and dining, bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and two infinity beach-front pools. And, Chabil Mar is a stroll along the beach to Placencia Village’s local character, gift shops, dining options, and beach bars. Becoming bored is nearly impossible.
 
4. If you decide you want to take that walk, Placencia Village is close and it is filled with shopping, touring, dining, and nightlife opportunities and escapes. A former fishing village, the town has retained all of the charms, offering tourists an authentic taste of Belize culture. 
 
5. Since Chabil Mar is the only guest-exclusive full-service resort on the Placencia Peninsula, resort specials and packages far exceed what you will find elsewhere in Placencia, the place that always appears on “best beaches in Belize” lists. Visit our Belize vacation package page and you’ll see what we mean. 

We warn you: Chabil Mar package choices are eclectic and varied. Deciding on just one can be hard, but it’s fun to browse all of them to see which calls to you and your travel pal. Each package covers everything you need for a worry-free sojourn: meals, lodgings, excursions, and more. 
 
If you can think of a more appropriate way to celebrate the distribution of Covid vaccines than a holiday in the Placencia sun, please let us know! Can’t think of a thing? There’s only one explanation: Chabil Mar’s lure is simply irresistible. The time is right. The choice is yours. Make that choice Chabil Mar Villas and discover paradise on earth. It’s exactly the experience you have waited so long for, right? 

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.