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Belize, is perfect situated alongside the Caribbean ocean and spreads into Central American jungle. Considered a Caribbean destination Belize is one of the most diverse Caribbean countries you can visit

With over 40% of the country protected, and this hemisphere's longest barrier reef, there are endless possibilities. For those who want more than just beautiful beaches, you will find it! Discover a huge assortment of species from dolphins, turtles, reptiles, monkeys and of course the famous felines, jaguars and puma!

The diversity does not end there; Belize is home to over eight different cultures and languages, although the main language spoken is English. The history of the Mayan civilization still remains and each year, thousands of people visit Belize to explore the mysteries temples

Belize has it all and compared to most travel destinations won’t break the bank, and fits into everyone’s budget. The people are dedicated to preserving the beauty of their country and happy to reveal all that Belize has to offer!

The best way to refer to Belize is, its Mother Nature's Best Kept Secret, waiting for you to come and discover!

Whether it’s the beaches, or maybe it’s the history of the Mayan Temples or maybe it’s all that diversity captured in one place. Or it could just be the people, as well as all the tantalizing flavours in the air, of the local cuisine.

No matter what it is, you will feel at home and experience a new state of mind, a new of “being” in one of the world’s best kept secrets …don’t just visit BE Belize

Belize is 185 miles from north to south and 69 miles wide.

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Northern Belize l Corozal l Orange Walk

The roads are lined with Sugar cane fields you will see the remnants of Maya heritage in temples and ceremonial sites.

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Central Belize l Belize District

Belize District, as is Belize City. The largest population center in the country. It was the capital until it had to moved in 1970

It still remains Belize's cultural center, and is beautiful with its colonial architecture and historical mementos from the 1700's

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Western Belize l Cayo District

The Cayo district is home to the nation's new capital Belmopan. You are close to the forest, caves and waterfalls of the Mountain Pine Ridge and several grand Maya cities. There is a large Mennonite population of German origin based in the community of Spanish Lookout

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Southern Belize l Stann Creek l Hopkins l Placencia  l Toledo

Southern Belize one the most popular tourism destinations, with the country's largest marine reserve along the coast…

You will smell a familiar scent that will be the acres of citrus and banana plantations as you go inland to explore Belize's finest example of rainforest. Do not miss the world's only jaguar reserve...

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Island and Atolls l Ambergris Caye l Caye Caulker

This is for the beach bum that is in us all. White sand beaches, turquoise waters and abundant fish life. You can hide out on in a private retreat and for those who prefer to camp on the smaller islands that dot the reef line from north to south

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Airport

Philip S W Goldson International Airport (BZE) is 16km (10 miles) northwest of Belize City.

To/from the airport: Taxis are available to the city (journey time – 20 minutes); prices should be agreed with the driver beforehand. Taxi drivers are not tipped. There is an airport bus to the city centre, but it runs infrequently and should not be relied upon (journey time – 30 minutes).

Facilities: Duty-free shops, bank, shops, restaurant and bar.

Note: Belmopan, the capital, is 84km (52 miles) from Belize City by road.
Departure fee: US$35.00 Must be paid.

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Getting There by Road

• There are road links with Chetumal on the Mexican border and Melchor de Mencos in Guatemala.
  Regular scheduled buses serve these routes, leaving every half hour or hour for Belize City.
• It is easy to enter Belize by bus from US border cities via Cancun, Mexico City and Chetumal.
• Travellers entering Belize by car from Mexico or Guatemala must obtain a temporary importation permit at the border, valid for one month; drivers need to show all travel documents, insurance papers and proof of car ownership or rental documents.
• Visitors leaving Belize by road must pay a US$18.75/BZ$37.50 land departure tax, payable in either currency.

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Getting There by Water

• Main ports: Belize City, Corozal, Dangriga, Punta Gorda and San Pedro.
• Belize City is the primary port of call for most cruise ship lines.
• Regular scheduled boats carry passengers ashore to taste a bit of Belize at the Fort Street Tourism Village.
• There are regular water taxi services between Punta Gorda and Puerto Barrios, Guatemala and a direct twice-weekly service from Livingston.
• There is also regular water taxi services between Punta Gorda and Puerto Cortes, Honduras.
• There is an US$3.75/BZ$7.50 departure tax for passengers leaving by sea, payable in US or BZ Dollars.