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Belize City, Belize, January 10, 2025: Belize’s tourism industry accomplished a landmark achievement in 2024. Preliminary figures indicated that overnight tourism surpassed pre-pandemic levels recorded in the benchmark year, 2019. This milestone reflects the collective efforts of the entire tourism industry. In 2024, Belize welcomed 562,405 overnight visitors, representing a
Belize Electricity Limited (BEL), in partnership with the Government of Belize and with funding from the World Bank, continues to work diligently on deploying a 10 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in San
Travelers to and from San Pedro now have a more spacious and efficient option for sea transportation as San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi has officially opened its new terminal. Located 0.8 miles south
The Belize Port Authority, BPA, has informed the public that effective January 1, 2025, the passenger user fee for water taxi services has increased to $3.00 per passenger for fares more than $10 but
An early morning fire on Sunday, December 29, 2024, left a trail of devastation in South San Pedro, destroying two apartment buildings and a metal-framed garage. The blaze has displaced 12 families just days
In a pivotal legal decision, residents of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, have been granted an interim injunction halting the proposed relocation of the San Pedro Artisan Market. The project, headed by the Belize Tourism
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
The Government of Belize has announced that, for the first time, General Sales Tax (GST) will be waived on local retail sales of ALL standard-rated goods on December 14, 15, 21, and 22, 2024, subject
The tragic death of Jennifer Dawn Hernandez serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safety and responsibility when operating golf carts or any vehicle. Hernandez, a visitor to Belize, lost her life
Efforts to address critical road damage in North Ambergris Caye are gaining momentum, thanks to the collaboration between Area Representative Hon. Andre Pérez, the Government of Belize, and the San Pedro Town Council. Road
The Department of Border Management and Immigration Services and the Customs and Excise Department, in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy, Logistics, and E-Governance, announce the launch of a new online departure
Saga Humane Society has recently moved to a new location on Seagrape Drive, marking an exciting new chapter for animal welfare on Ambergris Caye. What was once “Fort Dog” has been transformed into a
Over 10,000 votes were cast for the San Pedro Tourism Awards 2024, that were held over the weekend at La Sanpedrana Restaurant, Holiday Hotel, where nine “Island Stars” were honored with there prestigious recognition.
Tropic Air is pleased to announce the introduction of a factory-new, fourth-generation Cessna Grand Caravan EX. The aircraft made its way to the John Greif Airport in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye late evening
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize has garnered rank as the #12 fishing town in the world and the top fishing destination in Belize for 2024. This recognition comes from a new study by FishingBooker,
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT), the leading international conservation organization dedicated to protecting bonefish, tarpon, permit, and their habitats, announced on October 24, 2024, a $1 million USD investment to ensure the long-term health
Halima Hoy, Miss Universe Belize 2024, has revealed her national costume, “Xwankil.” The cultural costume worn by Miss Universe Belize is a stunning tribute to Belize’s rich Maya heritage, specifically symbolizing the traditional Deer
