Belize! Beauty for the nature lover and traveler

You might even decide to retire here and enjoy the many different features of this country. Every destination in Belize has something special to offer. And every destination, from Corozal in the north to Toledo in the south, has an abundance of nature and history to experience. Several people are even seen sailboating from the Gulf region states to winter themselves in this paradise. Blue Hole National Park near Belmopan is worth the visit. Here is a link for a current auction i found for lodging there: http://www.luxurylink.com/Home.phtml?rd=BestShots%2FBestShot.phtml%3Fid%3D507%26mail_blast_id%3D31

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Here is a link to future your curiosities. http://www.belize.org/ You might care to travel via TACA from Miami directly there.

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All rooms have color TV, air conditioning, radio, movies and bathroom. King size beds are available upon request. Two kids under 12 stay free in the same room with parents. Two teens under 18 staying in the same room with their parents pay as an extra person.
Outdoor swimming pools and tennis are there.
Near the Caribbean and tropical rain forests.

During your stay in Belize City, this is an old British Colonial home made with pine floors and high ceilings with drop paddle fans. It is owned by Alan and Ondina Colton. It even has white picket fence and a beautiful colonial designed porch. Further inquires may be sent to: coltonhouse@btl.net

It is located opposite of the Radisson Fort George Hotel. You will be within walking distance from downtown and only yards from the Caribbean Sea. If you decide to stay here, it will be like a trip back in time to an easier type of living.

Situated off the coast of Belize, Ambergris Caye is the place to stay for those wanting to leave stress back home. You can only get to this resort via boat and is situated on a 57 acre preserve. Journey’s End Resort is surrounded on one side by the beautiful clear waters of the Caribbean and the world’s second longest coral barrier reef, and on the other by the enchanting 25-acre mangrove lagoon with its breathtaking bird life and spectacular sunset views. There is a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, air conditioning, mini-refrigerator in each room, kayaking and all other corresponding sports available.

Colonial style residence surrounded with a veranda. Their specialities include many seafoods among lobster, shrimp, crab and conch. Those not interested in dishes of the sea, may enjoy local beef, chicken or pork. They are open Monday-Saturday for breakfast(7-10am), lunch (11am-2pm) and dinner (5:30-10pm). An average dinner meal with wine will cost about $25 US and above.

Many tour operators in Belize City run daily trips to Altun Ha, and it is a standard 1/2 day outing.

Take the Northern Highway out of Belize City. About 20 miles out, you will see a turn-off to the east, with a sign reading 'Altun Ha.' Twelve miles later, there is a road to the west, also with signs, and about two mile further to the ruins.

Tours
Operators in Belize City charge from US$47 to $55 per person (min.2) for a 1/2 trip; includes transportation, guide, ent. fee, and soft drinks.

'Altun Ha' is a Mayan translation of the nearby village named 'Rockstone Pond. Even though Altun Ha is small as compared to other ruins in the region, the extent to which the site has been cleared and restored makes it easy to imagine its past glory and wealth as a major ceremonial center. The archaeological site covers about one square mile of area, with at least 500 visible structures and likely had 3000 inhabitants, with a peak population of 8000-10,000 included in the surrounding areas. Evidence dates the earliest settlement here to 200 BC.

It is easy to find on your own if you've rented a vehicle, once you arrived in Belize.

A passport is required for all visitors to Belize. It should be valid for at least six months beyond the duration of the intended stay in the country. A 30-day visa will be issued on arrival, and extensions (up to six months) may be obtained from any Immigration Office for a fee of BZ$25 for every 30 days. Citizens of the British Commonwealth (India excepted), the United States, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, and the European Community do not require visas for travel to Belize. All other citizens should contact the nearest Belizean Consulate or Embassy for details on obtaining visas before travelling. The Immigration & Nationality Department in Belmopan can be contacted at telephone numbers 501-8-22611, and -22423.

Ambergris Caye is situated 35 miles North of Belize City. It's main city is called San Pedro. You can reach this island by boat or plane in about 15 minutes. The price to fly from Belize International is about $80, although departing from Belize municipal airport is half the price.

It is abundant with water related activities, among swimming, snorkeling, diving, sailing and windsurfing. You could take day trip to the mainland to go bird watching or visit some Maya ruin. The primary use of transportation is by electric golf cart. There are several places in San Pedro to rent carts. The majority of tourist hotels and crowdedness would be on the east-south side of the island. There are a good seletion of restuarants in the center of town as well as in several hotels.

Among several different hotels are:

Tropic Air
Tel: 501-2-62012

Maya Island Air
Tel: 501-2-62435 <<br>br> Ramon's Village
Tel: 501-2-62071

Mata Rocks Resort
Tel: 501-2-62336

There are boat trips near the swing bridge in Belize City or near the Bellvue Hotel.