How to Plan a Belize Family Vacation Where Everyone Feels Safe During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of people to reconsider their basic habits and often rearrange major events they had planned in the immediate future, and that’s especially true of families with children. But as we settle into what appears to be the new normal, we’re going to have to learn to reestablish our safety boundaries and protocol. But everyone needs a rest once in a while, and many of us are overdue for a vacation. Belize has been one of the best kept secrets in the Caribbean for years, and we have gotten international praise for our recent approach to patiently and safely reopening the tourist industry. If safety is a primary concern, Belize can offer you peace of mind without having to sacrifice your enjoyment. Here are the precautions you can take to make your trip as secure as possible.

When in Doubt, Get Tested

Even if you’ve already been vaccinated and had a booster, your whole family is still going to need to get tested both entering and leaving Belize. It’s a precaution that helps keep both visitors and locals safe, and it must be taken within 96 hours of boarding the plane. While tests are offered at the airport, it’s better to plan your testing in advance. And that’s especially true when you’re trying to arrange testing for a large family. Testing is also readily available inside of Belize, so don’t be afraid to get tested if you’re suspicious.

Seek Out Tourism Gold Standard Businesses

Part of Belize’s successful tourism reopening was predicated on the implementation of the new Tourism Gold Standard certification. You can trust that any hotel certified to these standards will be employing exhaustive sanitation protocol for their property and testing for their staff. While you’re required to show proof that you’ve booked a room at a Tourism Gold Standard hotel like Chabil Mar when you first arrive, this certification can also be used as a guide for what restaurants, tour guides, and shops can promise you a reliable level of safety.

Stick to the Mainland

Islands like Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker are some of the most popular destinations for tourists, but they require being crammed on a ferry that will lead you to a similarly isolated island. If you’re worried about finding yourself quarantined on an island overcome by a COVID-19 outbreak, why not check out Placencia Peninsula? Often referred to as “The Island You Can Walk To”, it’s a half-mile wide strip that extends for 16 miles north to south and is abundant with beachfront property. It also provides you with easy access to both the islands and the adventures further inland.

Pick a Belize Family Package

The best way to stay a step ahead of a natural disaster is to have a plan, and vacation packages allow you to create a vacation tailored to your needs while also saving money in the process. Chabil Mar’s Belize family package pulls out the stops, offering an experience packed with space for equal parts adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. And since everything is being handled by the capable staff at Chabil Mar, you can rest easy knowing that all the necessary precautions will be in place.