For a 16-mile-long finger of land at the eastern edge of Belize, you would be hard-pressed to find another piece of real estate in Central America that’s as lush and beautiful as Placencia. Settled by Puritans from Nova Scotia in the 17th century, these fools obviously didn’t recognize paradise because they returned to the ice and snow, leaving local fishermen to create a unique community on this bucolic piece of land.
Over time, Placencia Belize became a bustling Caribbean fishing hub thanks to the weather, breezes, and warm water, and while assaults by Mother Nature included storms and hurricanes, fishermen thrived as developers helped rebuild weather-damaged areas. Quirky sites – like the world’s narrowest street built because a local bishop couldn’t tolerate walking in the sand – even managed to wind up in the Guinness Book of Records.
Tourists discover Placencia Belize and fall in love
Because this sliver of Belize faces both the Caribbean Sea and a calmer lagoon, curious tourists eager to spend time in a splendid area that has retained its character found in Placencia exactly what they were seeking in terms of beauty, tranquility, and the charming vibe of this fishing port.
Word got out and before long, the question of where to go in Belize had but one answer: Placencia, where whale shark spotting, fabulous scuba, and snorkel spots, and the beauty of both coasts drew tourists away from busier locations. Placencia morphed into the destination gourmets seek when they vacation in Belize. Is it any wonder news about this divine place leaked out? Time to see for yourself why visitors can’t get enough!
Play where you stay at this fun Belize vacation spot
Home to the hemisphere’s best beaches and buoyed by the emerging foodie scene, Chabil Mar Resort has become the most desirable place to stay for people eager to experience the essence of Placencia Belize. Chabil Mar is considered the quintessential hot spot for guests who love lush environs, breathtaking accommodations, and every amenity under the sun.
Imagine your day at Chabil Mar. You awaken to the sun reflected off the ocean’s surface, tucked into a villa that’s so exquisitely decorated with local art, artifacts, and Belize décor, you feel like you’re in a South Seas movie. The smallest accommodation measures nearly 1,000 square feet, yet your accommodation feels intimate. What’s next? You repair to the resort’s beachfront eatery where culinary masters turn breakfast into feasts. And that’s just the start of your day.
How active would you like to be during your stay?
Swim in either of the resort’s infinity pools. Lounge by the water. Discover why two in a hammock is better than one! Alternately, borrow complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, and bikes so you grab your share of activity before making a pilgrimage to Placencia Village for an afternoon of exploration.
Chose a Belize vacation package and every detail of your visit will be pre-arranged, including tours of places you have only read about: ancient Maya cities, jungles, breathtaking waterfalls, wildlife preserves and so much more.
Placencia Belize has become the place to see and be seen, the only answer to the question “Where to go in Belize” and the destination you would create if someone asked you to imagine the perfect Belize resort.
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.
