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There was a time when San Pedro was simply one of Belize’s tourism destinations. Today, I think it is difficult to argue that we are not the tourism capital of Belize. For many visitors, Ambergris Caye is their introduction to our country; they arrive through the international airport, make their
At the inauguration of the new San Pedro Artisan Market, Minister of Tourism Hon. Anthony Mahler didn’t just cut a ribbon. He made a statement that should echo across every dock, beach, and back
WOW. Fourteen years in and Estel’s Dine by the Sea BBQ Cook-Off is still bringing the heat. This family-friendly tradition has grown into one of those events you circle on the calendar without even
There are moments when you’re watching something global, something massive, and then suddenly it becomes personal. That was Super Bowl 60. As Belizeans joined millions around the world tuning in for the halftime show,
There was a time when getting certain grocery items on Ambergris Caye meant planning a full trip off the island. If you needed specialty foods, household items, or supplies that simply weren’t available at
When I heard that Belize is launching a national plan to plant one million trees, I honestly smiled and thought, yes… this is the kind of news we need more of. The Government of
Lately, my wife and I have been starting our mornings a little differently, and honestly, I’m falling in love with San Pedro all over again. We have made it a habit to head out
Did you know that one person out of the nine winners of the $1Mil Jackpot failed to claim his/her prize? I’m sorry for the person who may have lost his ticket or simply forgot
Meet Us at Sunrise: This year, I decided to do something a little different for myself. I made a simple New Year’s resolution to walk three miles every morning, stay healthier, and hopefully shed
Sometimes the most beautiful visions are born from the deepest pain, and that is exactly how “Rhythms of Me,” the new youth dance program created by Miss San Pedro 2025, Miley Chi, came to
Standing in that room, surrounded by decades of crowns, sashes, memories, and smiles, I felt something incredibly special, 70 years of Miss San Pedro all gathered under one roof. From 1955 to 2025, our
San Pedro’s 41st Township Day celebration carried an extra spark this year as the community gathered at Central Park to unveil a beautifully repainted San Pedro Sign, now transformed into a vibrant mural that
Every so often, a story comes along that reminds me just how magnetic and inspiring Belize can be, and this week, that story belongs to NBA star Reggie Bullock and his incredible new project:
I know many Belizeans felt that familiar sting of disappointment when Isabella Zabaneh, Miss Universe Belize 2025, did not advance to the Top 30 at the Miss Universe pageant. We were rooting for her
This weekend, I had the pleasure of attending one of my favorite community events of the year, the San Pedro Tourism Awards, presented by the San Pedro Town Council. On Saturday, November 15th, at
Miss Universe Belize, Isabella Zabaneh, is not just representing Belize on the global stage, she’s planning her future one, too. And yes, you read that right: she wants to become Belize’s next Prime Minister.
If you thought you spotted a familiar face on the island this week, you were right. WWE superstar Randy Orton is back in Belize, and this time it seems he decided to visit San
