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Tucked away bakery
by miniexplorer
We chose Hopkins, Belize because it was a small town and not a big city. We took the opportunity to hop on a bike to go into town and mingle with the locals. While riding through the town, we discovered a small road off the main path and decided to follow it. To our surprise, it was a North American named Caitlyn who fell in love with Belize during her studies and decided to make it her home. The aroma from her bakery drew us in right away. She makes a varity of muffins with zuchinni, carrots and much more. If you ever visit Hopkins taste her baked goods.
Dreadlocks
by joiwatani
It's in Belize where you can see men in dreadlocks. At Altun Ha, this guy selling fresh coconut was very pleasant and allowed me to take a picture of him and I asked permission if I can put his picture on VT. He agreed and gave me a beautiful smile.In Belize, you can see a lot of men in dreadlocks. Even some of the women have dreadlocks.
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Blue Hole National Park
by roamer61
This park administered by the Belize Audubon Society is a great place to visit for nature lovers. There is the natural limestone pool which gives the park its name. There are sections perfect for everyone, and there are even small fish around. In addition, there are a number of trails through the forest providing great opportunities to bird watch. Be sure to bring insect repellent.
Xunantunich
by kgduke
Xunantunich is a great little-known Mayan site near the western border of Belize near Guatemala. Built from 200-900AD, it showcases unusual stucco facades. The facades are different from other Mayan sites so even if you have visited other sites, this on is worth seeing.
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Watch culture at its best
by dainagail
I enjoyed Hopkins very much for the beaches and the relaxing atmosphere. I rented from Diana,who lives in the States(323)202-5257 for $50US/night for the entire family. It was a nice beach house with two bedrooms. it was a deal and it was fun.
The Museum of Belize
by Paul2001
The Museum of Belize is located in what was originally a 19th century brick prison block. In fact it was still a prison up until 1993 before the government decided to turned the building into a museum. The transformation was complete in 2002 and the results were well received.By international standards the museum is quite small. It more like a quaint provincial museum rather than a national museum. The ground floor has several exhibits hidden in away in various rooms. They include a gallery full of examples of the nations stamps, another dedicated to the history of the City of Belize and a gallery exhibiting photos and artifacts from the buildings days as a prison.The second floor and the Mayan exhibits is the star attraction of the museum. Here there are excellent examples of Mayan pottery, masks and stelea. These works are very well displayed in well lit rooms. There is also a...
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Quirky Dangriga
by Bwana_Brown
Dangriga is centred around North Stann Creek, which flows out of the Maya Mountains and enters the Caribbean Sea. This area of Belize was first settled by both European traders and Puritan farmers in the late 1600s and it was the Puritan custom of calling trading posts "stands" (later corrupted into "stann") that led to both this town and area being called 'Stann Creek'. However, the arrival of the many Garifuna immigrants in the 1820s eventually led to the town being renamed to Dangriga (which means 'sweet, still waters' in their language).The Garifuna, are an interesting group of people, of African descent, who had managed to escape from intended slavery. Starting in the early 1600s, over 4 million Africans were transported to various parts of the West Indies to work as sugar plantation slaves. In 1635, one of these human cargos from Nigeria washed up on the remote island of St....
Actun Tunichil Muknal Must see cave trip!
by latin_america_junkie
My one tip... as far as activities in Belize, would be if you are in the Cayo District, and have enough physical stamina... make sure to do the ATM caving expeiditon!!!! It really cannot be beat, and is unlike ANYTHING you will ever do elsewhere. Yes, it has some cave formations that are spectacular, but the archeological aspect added to it, of seeing an underground site that practically takes you back in time to the Maya people.. is spectacular! If you are in the area, take the time to hire a guide (you have to go in with an approved guide) and do this trip!
Belize Botanical Gardens
by sanditp
One of the treasures I love is the Belize Botanic Gardens. I try to visit every time I go to Belize. The Botanic Gardens are a work of heartfelt proportions. Be sure to ask for a guided tour - and ask for Lloyd if he is available, the edibles along the tour are amazing and fun. The trees and plants are cared for like children, most are planted by the current staff and they have stories of how many of the plants have grown over the years. The family who started and maintain the garden - The duPlooys - have invested their lives in exploring, preserving, researching, and sharing Belize botanical treasures. Take time to have a drink at the lodge bar and a meal at the resturaunt. Walk out to the towering river overlook and see wildlife in the treetops.
Belize Botanical Gardens
by SojournerGLS
The Belize Botanical Gardens are a precious jewel. I thank the DuPlooy family for creating and maintaining this treasure. If you love trees and plants, you will love this place. I had an outstanding tour of the gardens, lead by Lloyd. I could feel his sense of pride in his work. I loved that the tour was tactile and tasteful and aromous besides beautiful.
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