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Where to Travel Next: The Best Trip to Take in 2022

Posted on May 11, 2022

2020 was a year of chaos for practically the entire world — and while 2021 was comparatively a period of recovery, many of us didn’t have the opportunity to step back, leave on a distant vacation, and begin the recuperation process. If that’s you, it might be time to give Belize a try. As one of the first tropical travel destinations to offer a thorough and sensible approach to COVID-19 travel regulations, Belize is enjoying a position of respect that’s been long coming. This beautiful Central American country is affordable, accessible, and perfect for a wide variety of different travelers.

Dangerously Close to Home

Belize may feel like it’s a whole other world, but many Americans can get there in as little as two hours. Direct flights are available on a regular basis from roughly a dozen airports throughout the United States, and the hub of Belize City makes it easy to get around the country and back when you need to. You can count on your trip to be safe and smooth as well. Thanks to the inclusion of a Tourism Safety Corridor and a new Gold Star certification for tourism-related businesses, you can be confident that your trip will be smooth and seamless. While dealing with the added complications of COVID-19 testing took some time to adjust to, it’s operating like clockwork in Belize now.

Making Believers in the Global Travel Industry

Belize has long been one of the Caribbean’s hidden gems, although it’s been gaining popularity for destination weddings, adventure travel, ecotourism, and retirement. But 2021 saw Belize break out in a big way. The country earned fourth position on Lonely Planet’s list of the top countries to travel during 2022, and National Geographic placed the country’s Maya Forest Reserve on their list of 25 must-see international destinations in 2022.

Straddling Verdant Land and Azure Waters

Belize’s claim to fame is its barrier reef, but this country’s biggest advantage may be the fact that it offers the opportunity to explore beautiful coral reefs and deep interior jungle and forest all in one trip. That’s especially true if you decide to establish your base camp in Placencia Village. Despite being a hub for travel, this village on Belize’s long, thin southeastern peninsula is less touristy than destinations like Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker. It’s also more convenient. Though the geography makes it feel like you’re on an island — and makes it easy to get out and explore the Caribbean — direct access to the mainland allows you to also travel deep into the country’s interior without having to deal with the complications of a ferry.

If you want to spend 2022 at the beating pulse of the Caribbean, book your trip at Chabil Mar resort today. As the closest full-service resort to Placencia Village, it’s the perfect place to set out on your Belize adventure vacation.

Visit 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.

Belize in April: Events, Activities and Trip Ideas

Posted on April 20, 2022

Who Needs the Riviera When April in Belize is so Close?

Much has been said, written, and sung about April in Paris, but there’s a place closer to home and you don’t have to master the French language to find your way around. Further, a short plane ride pales in comparison to transatlantic time changes, which is why Placencia Belize, where everyone speaks English, offers travelers so much more.

Placencia in April is magnifique! World-class beaches along this 16-mile-long peninsula offer visitors both the Caribbean Sea and Placencia Lagoon where bashful manatees hang out. Local villages are delightful to visit and major attractions are nearby. See and do it all from heavenly digs at Chabil Mar Villas.

Paradise awaits your arrival

There’s a reason the owners of Chabil Mar chose the Mayan word for beautiful sea when seeking the ideal name for this resort. Everything about the resort showcases the Caribbean shore, from tropical architecture and landscaping to positioning accommodations for maximum sea views. They’re furnished to reflect Belize’s sun, sea, and sky.

Onsite amenities are equally spectacular as are Belize vacation package deals that bundle all aspects of a stay, including personalized service that is impeccable and where every guest has access to all types of tours and local events. Sound too good to be true? Check out this video and you’ll realize these are no exaggerations.

What to do during your April stay? Everything on this list!

•Swim, snorkel, and dive during your stay in water temperatures that average 72-degrees. There is no shortage of sporting options off the coast of Belize and you can take advantage of specialized tours so you get your fill of your favorite.

•Celebrate Easter in style. No worries if you aren’t around on Sunday the 17th. Easter lasts for weeks in Belize. Celebrate your faith or celebrate the Easter bunny – there are lots of opportunities to do both.

•The annual Cross-Country Cycling Classic attracts bicycle enthusiasts and fans and you’re invited to watch the action. Beginning in Belize City and looping San Ignacio, station yourself along the route to glimpse top competitors and if there’s a pub nearby, you’ll enjoy the race even more.

•Come to Placencia in April to meet whale sharks. These shy creatures show up during migration season from March to June. Dive and swim with whale sharks by having Chabil Mar staff book this experience with a licensed tour operator since these creatures are protected by the nation’s conservation laws.

•You don’t have to get wet to love Placencia in April. Family-friendly rainforest and jungle expeditions include tours of spectacular Maya ruins and include daring adventures like zip-lining and cave exploration – all on Chabil Mar’s tour menu.

Sound like the place you want to be? April is fast approaching. Contact the Chabil Mar concierge for deals that can even save you money at reservations@chabilmarvillas.com or by phone at 1-866-417-2377 (toll-free). Should you tell reservations that whale sharks recommended Chabil Mar? Why not? You won’t be the first guest to do so!

Belize Stands Ready to Spark Your Sense of Wander

Posted on February 12, 2022

Spark your sense of wander? That’s no misspelling intrepid traveler! There’s nothing as magical as wandering around destinations near and far because if you do so, your sense of “wonder” will be energized – and nothing about the way you perceive the world will ever be the same.

Where can you wander and experience the endless wonder that’s close to home? Grab a plane and fly just a few hours south, destined for Belize. This nation, about the size of the state of Vermont, is packed with things to do, see, taste, and experience, making it the wander and wonder capital of the Western Hemisphere.

Wander the idyllic Placencia Peninsula

As one of the nation’s most-favored destinations, it’s easy to wander the Placencia peninsula because the entirety of the landmass measures just 16 miles. Within this sliver of land, everything singles, couples, and families require for a fabulous holiday awaits.

Staying centrally located makes a sojourn on the peninsula perfect and the resort that best describes a property that is all things to all people happens to be Chabil Mar Resort. Proximity to Placencia Village is so convenient, some guests walk into town to get their fill of eateries, shops, and pubs, but Chabil Mar’s inventory of bicycles can get you there even faster. A shuttle to the village runs every evening.

If you’ve no urge to wander, stick around and borrow complimentary kayaks and paddleboards, relax on 400-feet of private oceanfront beach and swim in either of the resort’s infinity swimming pools located at the ocean’s edge. Roaming butler service and al fresco dining are but a few of the luxury guests love so much, they keep coming back for more.

Save money and time

Secure a Belize vacation package and you needn’t worry about a single detail associated with your stay. Pick the package with the tours and activities you seek, and look forward to posh accommodations, gourmet dining, amenities, and a huge bonus: Covid health and safety assurances conferred upon the resort when it was designated a Gold Standard property.

Where can you roam to get your fill of thrills? How about tropical rainforests and jungles, Maya architectural wonders, cave exploration (via repelling or river tubing), zip-lining over tree canopies, and sampling all the maritime wonders you care to try. Snorkeling, diving, fishing, sailing, and island hopping are just a few of the marine adventures featured on the Chabil Mar tour and amenity menus.

Wonder whether you can wander into additional savings?

If you can travel before January 22, 2022 – and if Chabil Mar isn’t booked to capacity on the day(s) you want to travel – you might get lucky and snag a “last-minute special.” Stay 4 nights and pay for just 3 or stay for 7 days and pay for just 5. If this extra perk grabbed your attention, you don’t have a minute to waste. Contact the resort now – before the rest of the world finds out about this rare January deal.

Visit 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.

Find The Joy of Traveling At A Slower Pace In Belize

Posted on February 3, 2022

With its sheer variety of activities, locales, biomes, and cultures, Belize is one of the best travel destinations around to meet any traveler’s needs. While adrenaline junkies and admirers of history can find plenty to keep themselves occupied on a Belizean adventure, there is also the notion of slow travel.

Slow travel is the sort of experience that strongly resonates with the spirit of Belize’s people; why rush from one stop to the next when you can just bask in your local surroundings and discover the sort of things that only occur naturally? Slow travel is a way to see a country at a relaxed pace, rather than forcing the need to do something at every minute of your trip in 2022 or any other year.

Slow Travel Notions in Belize

Slow travel is inspired by the “slow food” movement of the 1980s and seeks to bring together new experiences for travelers while preserving the natural beauty of what can be experienced. Examples of the sort of slow travel experiences you can find when you come to Belize include the following:

Fishing with locals, especially in places like Placencia.

Placencia started out as a fishing village and the settlement has not forgotten how it came to be despite its growing awareness among travelers and ex-pats.

The World’s Longest Main Street.

This fixture serves as a base of operations for countless merchants and artisans. This one road will bring you into contact with dancers, drummers, street cuisine, and plenty of shops. Despite the huge variety of encounters along this route, you can rest safe knowing that it is all local to Belize. This means that any purchase goes directly toward education about the many different cultures of Belize.

Explore Indigenous Villages.

Belize is home to distinct cultures like the Mayas, Garifunas, and Creoles. While the Maya influence on Belize is well-known, fewer people know of the Garifuna or Mestizos; these cultures all have their own major settlements, with Dangriga, Seine Bight, and Punta Gorda being especially notable to Garifuna.

While Belize is a fine place for “slow travelers” to visit for many wonderful reasons, words only go so far. If you want to experience slow travel in Belize, we recommend Placencia, in the south. Chabil Mar Villas is located here and is an award-winning beach resort for anyone visiting the Placencia Peninsula.

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* Email Us: reservations@chabilmarvillas.com

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8 Things Every Traveler Should Know Before Visiting Belize

Posted on December 14, 2021

Travelers who leave home without researching their destinations miss out on so much! You needn’t be a Rhodes Scholar to undertake that research, but having tips on where to go and what to do not only make getaways more enjoyable, but more personal, educational, and exciting.

These 8 helpful tips will get you off to a great start.

1. Congratulate yourself on choosing a nation of English speakers! Not only will you converse with Belizeans on a more personal level, but you won’t get lost either. Your brain will appreciate your destination choice too since you won’t have to rely upon a language app to get you through the day.

2. Get on island time as soon as you arrive. The laid-back vibe that pervades the entirety of Belize is palpable and real, offering you centeredness and calmness you likely don’t enjoy back home as life sweeps you up into a vortex of activity that makes days speed by.

3. Take advantage of the world’s best aquatic sports. The coast of Placencia hosts Central America’s most beautiful beaches from which all marine adventures originate — especially those in proximity to Belize’s barrier reef. From snorkeling and diving to sailing, swimming, kayaking, and fishing, you’ll feel you’ve arrived in Valhalla minus the Vikings and winter weather!

4. Experience so many wildlife habitats, you could stop visiting zoos. Belize is home to endangered and protected species that make their homes on land and by sea. You could spot a jaguar, ocelots, cougars, jaguarundi, manatees, tapir, macaws, toucans, Howler monkeys, sea turtles, and friendly sharks during your stay. The number of tours available to tourists eager to see as much wildlife as possible are extensive.

5. No currency dilemmas! Remember when Europe was awash in currencies and every time you crossed a border you had to memorize a new exchange rate? Relax. In Belize, you can use U.S. dollars and the exchange rate is so simple, kids remember it: $1USD = $2BZD.

6. The sun is always shining in tropical Belize, even when it’s cloudy! Wear sun blockers. When out and about, enjoy the locals and know the way back to your home in Belize, just like you would do at your native home.

7. Visiting Belize without touring Maya ruins is sacrilege! The nation is home to around 900 ancient sites that range from starter digs to cities once home to thousands of Mayas. To find out which ones are most likely to delight you during your stay, view this information and ask staff to book your tours.

8. Enjoy your time in paradise. See what you will find at Chabil Mar the moment you arrive. Located on the Placencia peninsula, guests enjoy access to top tourism sites, quaint towns, and bountiful amenities. Take advantage of Belize vacation packages and specials and count on your host to make your visit the vacation of a lifetime.

Visit our website 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.