Belize is hot. And we're not just talking
degrees. For a compact country,
it certainly has a lot to offer. From
Mayan ruins to rainforests, flyfishing,
scuba diving, and
ecotourism, there is much to see . . .
and do! But, be warned: the word is
getting out. In 2002, there was a 15
percent increase in airport arrivals
over the same period in 2001. And
this amplified interest has prompted
US Airways and Air Jamaica to
begin flights to Belize, and American
Airlines and Continental to add to
their existing flights.
With its new level of attention
from travelers, small towns like
Placencia—in southern Belize—
have focused more attention on
catering to visitors. Every summer,
Placencia puts on a spectacular
Lobsterfest. This year, from June 27
to 29, the locals will celebrate with
Caribbean-style lobster dishes,
dancing, a blessing-of-the-boats
ceremony, and a fishing tournament
that could land a winner up to
$2,500. If you plan to visit
Placencia, check out The Inn
at Robert's Grove, the town's
newest luxury beachfront resort.
Also in response to a growing
interest, the Lodge at Chaa Creek, a world-class eco-resort
located in western Belize, just
opened its new accommodations,
the Tree Top Suites. Situated on a
330-acre private nature reserve, the
new thatched penthouses seem to
defy gravity. They stand at eye level
among the highest branches of the
hardwoods that surround them
along the banks of the Macal River.
The suites are literally perched on
40' pilings and are decorated in
hand-woven Mayan tapestries.
We?ve always loved Belize and we
hope it will find its way onto your
must-visit list too! But go soon—
before even more travelers discover
this country for themselves.
Spring 2003