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7 Reasons to Travel to Belize this Summer

Posted on April 10, 2019

Summer is right around the corner and many travelers the world over have started to plan their summer getaway. With beautiful attractions like the great Blue Hole, Maya temple sites like Caracol and Xunantunich, sumptuous Belizean meals like tamales and rice and beans, and the upcoming Lobsterfest in Placencia, Belize is a great ecotourism destination to visit this summer.

Here are seven reasons why you have to travel to Belize this summer:

The Belize Weather

The average yearly temperature is 84° F (29°C), which means that it is pretty much near perfect to be in Belize this summer. In addition the intact jungle and rain forests provide relief in the hot summer months.

Belize is the only English Speaking Country in Central America

Belize is a diverse society with many cultures and languages (Creole and Spanish are widely spoken) however English is the official language, making it easy for travelers to get around.

Belize is a nature lovers paradise

Belize has some of the most intriguing and fascinating wildlife in Central America. In fact 40 percent of the land is classified as protected and is habitat to a variety of species of plants, birds, amphibians, reptiles and marine life.

Belize is the epicenter of the ancient Maya world

Archaeologists estimate that more than one million Maya lived in present day Belize and flourished during the Classic Period from 300 to 900 AD. Maya temple sites like Caracol, Xunantunich, Altun Ha, Cahal Pech and Lamanai are just a few of the spectacular sites that can be discovered in Belize this summer.

Belize is home to the world renowned Blue Hole

The gigantic underwater Blue Hole off the coast of Belize is believed to be the world’s largest hole measuring 1000 ft across and 412 ft deep. It offers divers a great opportunity to see geological wonders like giant stalactites, dripstone sheets and amazing marine life such as nurse sharks, groupers and a vast array of fishes and Caribbean sharks.

The Blue Hole was made famous in 1971 by Jacques-Yves Cousteau, the French Explorer in the television series – The Undersea world of Jacques-Yves Cousteau.

Belize has one of the most intricate cave systems in Central America

Caves were used extensively by the ancient Maya to conduct their sacred rituals and ceremonies and today a plethora of impressive caves can be discovered throughout Belize. The Chiquibul Cave System for example is nearly 540,000 square foot long and is the longest in Central America and offers a treasure trove of geological and archaeological wonders.

Some of the top caves to explore are: Actun Tunichil Muknal, Barton Creek Cave and Caves Branch and the Chiquibul Cave System.

Belizean food is tasty and succulent

The food in Belize is as diverse as its population and consists of a vast array of elements from the different ethnic groups like the Garifuna, Maya, Mestizo, East Indian and Creole. Some of the top must eats in Belize this summer are: Rice and Beans, Fry Jacks, Johnny Cakes, Stew Chicken, Gibnut, Escabeche, Tamales, Hudut, and Fish Sere.

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.

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5 Things to do in Belize this Summer

Posted on February 6, 2018

From diving the great blue hole of Belize to exploring Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave (one of the most sacred caves in the world), these 5 Belize tours will certainly immerse you in the beauty and wonder of Belize this summer.

Great Blue Hole of Belize

The world famous Blue Hole is an incomparable natural wonder in Belize. It is located at the center of Lighthouse Reef and measures 1000 feet across and 412 feet deep. Giant stalactites, dripstone sheets and columns, and colorful marine life are the enchanting geological wonders that will fascinate you if you decide to dive this site this summer.

It is interesting to note that Jacques-Yves Coustea, the popular ocean explorer revealed the secrets of the Blue Hole to millions of viewers in 1971 through the television serious The Undersea World of Jacques-Yves Coustea.

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary

Globally recognized as the world’s first jaguar preserve, Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is a top rated nature reserve to visit in Belize this summer. Cascading waterfalls, panoramic mountain views, nature trails, furry mammals, colorful insects, scaly reptiles and a variety of neotropical birds are just a few of the things you will experience at this sanctuary.

Although the jaguar, the largest spotted cat in the world is what the reserve is famous for, you are unlikely to see one as the cat is nocturnal. However you will see its tracks along with tracks of tapir, deer, and other wildlife that inhabit the nature reserve.

Cockscomb Basin is also home to one of Belize’s highest points — Victoria Peak.

Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave (ATM Cave)

Actun Tunichil Muknal or the ATM Cave as it is locally known is one of the most breathtaking caving experiences you will have in Belize. The cave is located in the karstic limestone terrain of Roaring Creek Valley in the Cayo District and is approximately 5 km long and contains a perennial stream that runs through it including a ledge with two stelae and a large chamber full of intact human remains and Maya pots.

According to Director of Archeology Jaime Awe, Actun Tunichil Muknal was a sacred place to the Maya who utilized the cave during the classic period AD 250-909. Thousands of people are attracted to this cave annually due to its remarkable history, elegant stalagmites and stalactites and the Crystal Maiden, the intact skeleton of a young woman who was sacrificed to the gods.

Annual Placencia Lobsterfest

If you will be visiting Belize in June, it is a must to attend the Placencia Lobsterfest. This year, the festival is scheduled from June 22-24, 2018 and is organized by the Placencia Village Council and the Placencia Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association. Thousands of local and international visitors are expected to attend this event.

Kayaking in Belize

Crystal clear waters, tepid sunshine, balmy Caribbean breezes, thousands of coral reefs, and colorful marine life are just a few of the things that make kayaking in Belize a joy. With more than 200 stunning islands, Belize makes an idyllic kayaking destination and cayes such as Glovers Reef, Half Moon Caye and Laughing Bird Caye are favorite destinations for reef kayakers.

For more information about traveling 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.

“The Moveable Feast” – A Fantastic Belize Honeymoon Package for Newlyweds

Posted on December 16, 2014

The Caribbean nation of Belize is one of the most beautiful and romantic places to have a honeymoon vacation. There are many choices for hotels and luxury resorts in Belize. There is, however, one honeymoon package that stands out in offering couples amazing value and an unusual combination of amenities. This is The Moveable Feast package that has been created especially for honeymooners.

Chabil Mar Beach Resort

What Makes Belize an Ideal Honeymoon Destination

There are many amazing places to choose for your honeymoon, but Belize is unique in several respects.

Convenient -It’s easy to get to this Central American nation from most places in the U.S. and Canada. Many major airports offer direct and economical flights to Belize.
Ideal Climate -Belize is a place where the temperature is comfortable throughout the year. Depending on where you are, you can expect temperatures to fluctuate between 70°F and 80°F during the day. You can count on being warm without getting uncomfortably hot or humid.
Incredible Scenery -Belize has some of the most breathtaking beaches and landscape of anywhere in the world. In addition to the pristine Caribbean beaches where you can swim or snorkel, there are rainforests and mountains where you can walk or go mountain biking horseback riding. The country is also famous for its diversity of wildlife, which includes many exotic birds such and marine life.
Economical -Compared to many popular honeymoon destinations, Belize is quite affordable and offers excellent value. It is not expensive to reach Belize and things like food and accommodations are also reasonable.

Hatchet Caye Island Resort

Why The Moveable Feast is the Perfect Honeymoon Package

The Moveable Feast is a package that combines many of Belize’s most attractive qualities into one trip. Honeymooners will have access to the amenities of three different luxury resorts.

The Lodge at Chaa Creek is a resort located on a private nature reserve of 365 acres where you can enjoy the unique setting of a rainforest along with unmatchable service and accommodations. Some of the activities you will find here include horseback riding, trekking and canoeing on the beautiful Macal River.

The Lodge at Chaa Creek

Hatchet Caye Island Resort is located on the Belize Great Barrier Reef, which is one of the best places in the Caribbean to see amazing marine life. This resort is on the border of a large marine reserve and provides the perfect place to go swimming, snorkeling or diving.

Chabil Mar Resort is a beachfront resort on the Placencia Peninsula, a quiet fishing village that gives you a feeling of what it’s like to live a traditional life in this Caribbean paradise.

The Moveable Feast is an all-inclusive package that includes three nights at The Lodge at Chaa Creek, three nights at Chabil Mar and two nights at Hatchet Caye Island Resort. The package includes:

All meals, transfers, in-country airfare, taxes and gratuities.
Couples massage at Chabil Mar.
Snorkeling gear, sea kayaks and paddle boats at Hatchet Caye.
Use of private golf carts.
Excursions to famous Mayan sites.
Visits to romantic, secluded islands.
Guided boating tours to cayes, reefs and diving spots.

The Moveable Feast in Belize offers couples the most comprehensive and romantic honeymoon package available in the Caribbean.

For more 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.

Belize to Hold Third Annual End of the World Marathon

Posted on August 31, 2014

Placencia Belize, Larry Waight Reporting:

For many, the end of the 13th Baktun in the Maya Long Count Calendar, December 21, 2012, was a prediction of end times. Didn’t happen. To commemorate the event, the annual “End of the World Marathon” was organized in Belize, the heart of the Maya civilization.

This year’s marathon is scheduled for December 7 in picturesque Placencia, a town nestled up against the white powdery beaches and azure waters of the Caribbean Sea.

The event kicks off on Saturday, December 6, with registration and the traditional pre-race carb packing dinner. Sunday’s race events include a full marathon, half marathon, and two miles fun run.

The completely flat course is a loop along the Placencia peninsula, rapidly becoming one of the choice vacation destinations in the Caribbean. Runners will be alongside the sea at several points in the race.

All entrants who complete the course will receive a commemorative finisher’s medal. Over $10,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in both the men’s and women’s marathon, with special awards also given to the victor in age classes: under 29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over.

At the conclusion of the marathon, an after party will keep winners and contestants reveling well into the wee hours.

Race registration is open until midnight EDT on October 15, 2014, and all registrants will receive a race tee, and have a chance to win prizes donated by local sponsors. Minimum age requirements are 18 for the full marathon, 16 for the half.

Race participants can plan to experience the wonders of Belize, arriving early or staying post race with an all inclusive race package from Chabil Mar Villas.

For water enthusiasts, Belize is home to the world’s 2nd largest barrier reef, a spectacular underwater environment for divers and snorkelers, and home to turtles, rays, nurse sharks, dolphins and moray eels. Playfully darting between the reef and onshore mango groves, communities of sea manatees inhabit the area from November to January.

One of the top things to do on a Belize vacation is the very unique caving tubing. On inner tubes, you’ll float through the Maya underworld, viewing amazing stalactites and stalagmites, “curtains” made entirely of crystal, cave drawings, and even skeletal remains. Up on the surface, the Maya world offers many surviving structures to visit, including ceremonial centers, tombs, and a complete astronomical observatory. Seek answers on where the Mayans came from, and what happened to them.

The special package put together by Chabil Mar Villas includes everything race participants need or desire. It includes your round trip flights between the international airport at Belize City and Placencia, ground transfers, race registration, five nights in a luxury villa, five breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Your package includes a half day snorkeling trip and a choice of one of three specially designed land tours.

Chabil Mar is an exclusive, boutique resort, with just 19 villas and one honeymoon suite facing the Caribbean. Guests can expect to be pampered in luxurious accommodations at a resort full of amenities tailored to discriminating travelers.

This Breathtaking Video By Discovery Channel Will Compel You To Visit Belize

Posted on July 30, 2014

The Discovery Channel says that “Belize, with the highest concentration of pristine rainforest in Central America and the second largest coral reef in the world, is a North American paradise.”

Watch the video now:

Come and explore Belize! Chabil Mar will be happy to help you plan your Belize vacation.

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.