$1Mil Belize Jackpot Game, I Might Actually Buy a Lottery Ticket This Time…
I’ll be honest, I am not one of those people who buys lottery tickets regularly. I usually just watch from the sidelines, smile when someone else gets lucky, and go right back to my coffee. Interestingly, last month I dreamt about the #28, played and won some good cash to help pay some bills. But […]
Belize Public and Bank Holidays 2026
IT IS NOTIFIED for general information that public and bank holidays specified in the First and Second Schedules to Holidays Act, Chapter 289 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, will be observed on the following days during the year 2025 in accordance with section 3 of the said Act – Day Date […]
Miss World Belize, Faith Edgar, Brings Smiles to Holy Cross Anglican School Through Dental Health Initiative
Miss World Belize 2025, Faith Edgar, continues to use her platform to uplift Belizean children through her Beauty With a Purpose project, Smiles for Belize. This week, Faith partnered with the long-standing humanitarian organization Belize Mission Project to host a fluoride clinic at Holy Cross Anglican School in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The clinic focused […]
Beach Reclamation at Boca del Rio Sparks Debate
A new beach reclamation effort at Boca del Rio Park has sparked strong reactions across San Pedro, as the community weighs the need for accessible public beaches against the responsibility to protect delicate marine ecosystems. The project, being carried out collaboratively by the San Pedro Town Council and Hon. Andre Perez, Area Representative for Belize […]
New Motorcycles Boost San Pedro Traffic Department Fleet
The San Pedro Town Council has expanded the Traffic Department’s fleet with the addition of 15 new motorcycles, thanks to the generous support of the island’s business community. The donations come as part of an ongoing effort to enhance traffic safety and efficiency across Ambergris Caye. With the older fleet showing signs of wear and […]
Flashback Friday – Back in the Day
Back in the day, the streets were sand,barefoot paths across this land.Back in the day, no rush, no race,just sea breeze whispers and a slower pace. Back in the day, the sky felt wide,no towers stretching side to side.Back in the day, the island slept,and peace was something everyone kept. Now streets are paved, the […]
San Pedro’s Rising Stars at the Central American Games
Two of Belize’s most promising young athletes, Johann Marin and Alexa Acosta, both proudly hailing from San Pedro, La Isla Bonita, have made their mark on the international stage. Representing the Belize Weightlifting Federation, the duo competed with heart, strength, and determination at the 2025 Central American Games in Guatemala, making Belize proud in their […]
Triathlete Kian Trejo Represents San Pedro and Belize at the XII Central American Games
Belizean pride was on full display last week as San Pedro’s own Kian Trejo joined fellow athletes Ana Lopez Wilburn and Mauro Cucul to represent Belize in the Triathlon event at the XII Central American Games, held on Wednesday, October 22, in Amatique Bay, Izabal, Guatemala. Despite torrential rain that turned the course into a […]
Celebrating 50 Years of Service: San Pedro Lions Club Marks a Golden Milestone
This past weekend, island residents joined the San Pedro Lions Club in celebrating an incredible milestone, the club’s 50 years of service to our island community. What began as a humble idea back in 1975 has grown into one of San Pedro’s strongest and most respected organizations, with a half-century of dedication, compassion, and leadership […]
Belize Beats Greece, Italy & Thailand for Best Food, Says TikTok Traveler
Every time I hear a visitor talk about Belizean food, it fills me with pride, but hearing a world-traveling TikToker say it’s the best food he’s ever had? That just hits different. Recently, travel blogger Guy Williams shared on TikTok that after visiting 10 countries, including food powerhouses like Greece, Italy, and Thailand, Belize still […]
Caribbean Tire Expands to San Pedro, Bringing Top-Quality Service to Ambergris Caye
San Pedro’s growing community will get another major boost with the official opening of Caribbean Tire’s newest branch on Ambergris Caye, the company’s ninth location nationwide. Known for its exceptional service and wide selection of products, Caribbean Tire is Belize’s largest tire supplier and a trusted name in vehicle care and maintenance. The grand opening […]
Ken Watkins Breaks World Permit Record in Belize
After more than a decade chasing one of saltwater fishing’s most elusive species, Ken Watkins has done the impossible. In the summer of 2025, Watkins officially broke the world record for the most permit caught on a fly rod, landing his 529th fish in the waters around Ambergris Caye, Belize. In total, Watkins has caught […]
Flashback Friday – The Barrier Reef Hotel Landmark
Every time I pass by the Heritage Bank building, right across from Central Park, I can’t help but picture what once stood there, one of the most iconic landmarks in San Pedro’s history. Long before modern buildings took over, this was the site of the Blake House, home to the prominent Blake family. It was […]
Belize Lottery Launches Boledo App
Last week the Belize Government Lotteries Ltd. introduced its new gaming platform making Boledo, Ordinary Lottery & Jackpot games all purchasable online. So you can now purchase all your lucky numbers on your mobile device via the Fi We Boledo App. Belize Government Lotteries Ltd. says that the Fi We Boledo App makes it easier […]
Is It Time to Call San Pedro a “City”?
“San Pedro looks like a ‘City’ now” – is what I said this weekend while heading to Secret Beach. It had been some time since I drove up north and was surprised when I saw this large building with its mirrored-glass frontage. Hey, doesn’t it look like the Caribbean Tire buildings located across the country? […]
Caye Caulker Votes “No” to Legalizing Marijuana in Referendum
The people of Caye Caulker have made their voices heard, and the message is clear. In a local referendum held on the island, residents overwhelmingly voted against the legalization of marijuana, marking a decisive victory for the “Hope Not Dope” campaign. Out of 857 ballots cast, representing a 58.94% voter turnout, 678 voters (79.11%) said […]
Job Vacancy Grand Belizean Island Co. Ltd.
Job Vacancy: Grand Belizean Island Co. Ltd is seeking qualified and reliable individuals to join our team inthe following positions: 1. Maintenance Personnel 2. Security Officer Location: Mahogany Bay Village, San Pedro Town. How to Apply: Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume and references to:📧 hrmanager@grandbelizeanestates.com | 📞 501-612-2217 Deadline for Applications: October […]
An Untold Story of Hurricane Janet
Hurricane Janet was one of the most powerful and devastating hurricanes to impact Belize, (then British Honduras), specifically the northern districts of Corozal and Orange Walk, in recorded history. I came across this very interesting post on my Facebook feed this past weekend and decided to share it with our readers. It’s the untold story […]
Flashback Friday – Front Street Reflections
A stroll on Front Street feels so new,paved roads where sandy paths once grew.I miss the calm, the walk,no cars, no rush, just time to talk. The town was quiet, soft, and slow,a life tourists never quite did know.Though busier now, with carts and pace,this island’s still my sacred place. By the Caribbean Sea I […]
Conch Season Monitoring by Hol Chan
Yesterday marked the official opening of the Queen Conch season here in Belize — October 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026 (unless the quota is reached earlier). For many of us, that means we can finally enjoy a warm bowl of conch soup or a refreshing plate of ceviche again, one of those simple joys […]
A First Look at Public Transportation in San Pedro
For years, the idea of public transportation in San Pedro felt like nothing more than talk around town, but now it’s finally happening. Amber Isle Public Transport has confirmed that it will soon launch the island’s very first bus service, and I honestly think this is going to be a game-changer for Ambergris Caye. The […]
Island Run Delivery Launches Super App in Belize
One app for delivery, rides, tours, rentals, stays, and on-demand services — now serving Corozal, Orange Walk, Belize City, and San Pedro BELIZE CITY, Belize — September 4, 2025 — Island Run Delivery today announced the Belize launch of its Super App, a single platform that brings together everyday services Belizeans use most: food & […]
Caye Caulker On the Move to Legalize Cannabis to Generate Revenue for Island
The official campaign in support of the upcoming referendum to legalize cannabis in Caye Caulker officially began this Monday, September 22, 2025. The initiative, led by local councilor Ilya Rosado, aims to provide accurate information, answer questions, and ensure that every voter on the island is well-informed ahead of the historic October 8th vote. As […]
Belize’s Jonathan Martinez Poole Conquers IRONMAN Wales
Belize can proudly celebrate one of its own as Jonathan Martinez Poole took on and conquered IRONMAN Wales on Sunday, September 21, 2025, one of the toughest full-distance triathlons in the world. Born in Caye Caulker and raised in the UK, Jonathan Martinez carried his Belizean heritage with pride as he crossed the finish line […]
Euphoria in the Streets – Why San Pedro’s Independence Parade Is My Favorite Event
The rain almost spoiled our fun this year, for a moment it seemed like our beloved Independence Parade might not happen. But as if the heavens themselves heard our prayers, the skies cleared just in time. What followed was pure magic: the streets of San Pedro came alive as we celebrated Belize’s 44th Independence Anniversary […]