Celebrity Spotting – Chef Christy Bono Vacations in San Pedro
Famous Southern California chef and restaurant owner Christy Bono on vacation in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize, comments on the great hospitality of islanders and the good food of Belize. Chisty is the daughter of the late singer Sonny Bono (Sonny & Cher: “I Got You Babe”) who later turned politician, first as the mayor […]
U.S. Marine Corps, Central American Countries Participate in Multi-National Exercise in Belize
United States Marines along with 14 other Central American Countries to include Canada and Mexico, will be participating in Tradewinds 2015 from June 15-24 throughout Belize. The exercise consists of eight separate training tracks – Human Rights Awareness, Jungle, Military Support to Law Enforcement, Marksmanship, Riverine, Command and Control, Maritime, and Dive, which will take […]
Costa Maya Festival 2015 Readies for Grand Pageant Night
The eight countries that compete for the coveted crown of Miss Costa Maya (Reina de la Costa Maya Pageant) have confirmed their participation for this year’s pageant. Three countries have already sent pictures and information of their chosen beauty ambassador. This week we introduce Miss Costa Rica Costa Maya delegate: Corlina On Porras, Costa RicaAge: […]
Government Gives Public Officers and Teachers an 8% Salary Increase
– Press Release, Belmopan, June 16, 2015 – The Ministry of Finance is pleased to announce that public officers and teachers will receive an eight percent (8%) salary increase, totaling approximately $38 million, effective July of 2015 retroactive to April 1st, 2015. This increase in salary is separate and apart from the 2% annual increment […]
Building a Blood Supply for San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
By helping ensure that blood is available whenever members of the Ambergris Caye community or visitors require medical attention, your blood donation may one day save a life. The San Pedro Belize Red Cross (SPBRC) has been working with the Belize Blood Bank and medical professionals of Belize to improve the communication and process for […]
Renown Interior Designer Adds Magical Touch at Mahogany Bay Village
With over sixty acres of property, Mahogany Bay Village is one of the largest developments on Ambergris Caye and is steadily moving forward with a grand opening next year that has residents curious as to the full scope of the development. The resort boasts in becoming a new evolution in resort community living, infusing advanced […]
"Speeding and Reckless Driving"
We are first time visitors and liked the idea of a golf cart island. During a 2 week vacation: We have been in an accident with a speeding motorbike driver who ignored our left turn signal completely. His bike was damaged. Luckily he got away with minor injuries. A second time a similar accident was just […]
Government Looks into Grounding of Guatemalan Naval Vessel on Belize Reef
– Press Release, Belize Government Press Office – On June 11, 2015, the Department on the Environment (DOE) received a report of a vessel grounding near Middle Caye on the Glover’s Reef Atoll. Upon receiving such report, the Department of the Environment (DOE) responded by dispatching personnel to the site along with members of the […]
Belize Canoe Team Brings Home Silver and Bronze Medals from Puerto Rico
On June 6 and 7, 2015, four Belizean paddlers – Chris Guydis, Wilberto Daniels, Bayron Cruz and Amado Cruz – from the Belize Canoe Association competed in the Puerto Rico Olympic Cup and managed to place in two competitions fairly new to them. The Puerto Rico Canoe/Kayak Association hosts this grand event annually, which incorporates […]
Midsummer Night's Dream at Prom 2015
It was a Shakespeare inspired evening for San Pedro High School as the future graduates of the school celebrated prom in elegance. Jaguar’s Temple Nite Club was the venue for Prom 2015 and a section of Barrier Reef Drive was closed off to traffic for about two hours to allow the graduating class and their […]
San Pedro Police Department Fortified with Five Vehicles
Being that the San Pedro Police Department only had one working vehicle at one point, today it is proud to boast a new fleet of five additional vehicles that were donated to the department by the Government of Belize and private business sector of Ambergris Caye. The official handing over of the vehicles to the […]
San Pedro AIDS Commission Completes School Fence Beautification Project
Much appreciation is extended to the San Pedro AIDS Commission that embarked in a beautification project on the southernmost section of the San Pedro Roman Catholic School’s fence. The project was completed this week which got rid of the horrible graffiti and revealed beautiful child-friendly messages for the entire community to enjoy. The fence lies […]
San Pedro, Belize to Benefit from Study of At Risk Populations
The San Pedro neighborhood of San Mateo on Ambergris Caye, Belize has been identified as at risk by the Belize Red Cross Society. Flooding caused by tropical storms and hurricanes coupled with insufficient water and electric infrastructure has resulted in increased risk of fire and spread of disease. Belize Red Cross Director General, Lily Bowman […]
Wheel of Fortune Winners Cash in on Vacation at Ramon’s Village, San Pedro
This week, Ramon’s Village Resort, in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize welcomed Wheel of Fortune Grand Prize winner Dan Keyser and his wife Sharlene for a seven day/six night stay at the iconic beach resort. Ramon’s Village provided a Grand Prize for the famed Wheel of Fortune show, starring Pat Sajak and Vanna White, which […]
Unrealistic Systems of Education
By Gustavo A. Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education Consultant / belizeguidance.blogspot.com “All our knowledge begins with the senses, proceeds then to the understanding, and ends with reason. There is nothing higher than reason.” Immanuel Kant Throughout Belize during the month of May, thousands of teenagers anxiously and excitedly look forward to their high school graduation. […]
Joana Orellana a Lovely Quinceañera
Family and friends convened at the San Pedro Lions Den Hall on Saturday June 6, 2015 to celebrate the fifteenth birthday or “quinceaños of Joana Orellana. She was escorted by five handsome young men and five beautiful young ladies who waltzed along with her and gave the invited guests a sensational dance. Joana had three […]
People Demand Objective Criminal Investigation into Death of Hilberto Sotz at Caye Caulker Police Substation
A press release from the Belize Youth Movement dated Tuesday, June 9, 2015, states that it stands in solidarity with the community of Caye Caulker and calls for an objective and thorough investigation into the unexplained death of 18 year old Hilberto Sotz who was under Police custody at the time of his death on […]
San Pedro High Completes Another Successful Student Exchange Program
This year, five more students from San Pedro High School (Jaqueline Caliz, Brittany Cornejo, Eddie Jackson, Elina Palma and Yasir Roberts), along with the school counselor (Ms. Alexis Guerrero) were once again invited to participate in the one-week exchange program with Los Angeles Harbor College (LAHC). The students were in Los Angeles from May 23 […]
Community Collaboration Helps Feed the Hungry in Biggest Food Drive
On Saturday, June 6, 2015, quite possibly the island’s biggest food event was held with the organizing efforts of the San Pedro Food Bank, Sperro, Saga Humane Society and San Pedro Belize Red Cross who came together and demonstrated teamwork at its finest. The San Pedro Food Bank, started by a group of community members in 2014, exists […]
Hunting for Fresh Fish in Ambergris Caye
You may think that fresh fish is easily accessible for purchase in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize, but sometimes you cannot find any!! By now the fishing village of San Pedro has ‘almost’ completely transformed into a tourist-centic destination. Fishermen cater to the resorts and restaurants, and locals have to keep an keen eye out […]
Peace in Caye Caulker Disrupted by Rioting Residents Against Police
The Belize Riot Squat, members of the Belize Coast Guard and additional police support from San Pedro had to be deployed to the island of Caye Caulker late Monday evening, June 8, 2015, as a mob of angry residents set to riot after the death of a 17-year old male in police custody. It is […]
Plane Crash Survivor Gives His Accounts on Belize Rescue
Passenger aboard Tropic Air flight 9N2300 from Belize City to Roatan, Honduras, submits his accounts on what happened after the plane he was traveling in had to make an emergency crash landing offshore in the waters between Turneffe and Lighthouse Reef atolls. He hopes to clarify erroneous information given to the Belize media. Dear Ambergris […]
Do You Know What is Five A Side?
Ask a ten-year old kid today what is Five A Side and chances are that he will not know because this sport has been absent from our sports fields for quite some time. What is it anyway? Let me try to make it simple. It is football or soccer game played inside a small field […]
Julisa and Richie Tzib's Wedding
Another lovely couple tied the knot in beautiful Ambergris Caye, Belize, on Saturday, June 6, 2015. Julisa and Richie Tzib celebrated their love at the Living Word Church followed by a heart-warming reception where they were accompanied by their family and friends. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Tzib on their new journey together. Click Here […]
Alternative for Shampoo by Using Wood Ash
By Angel Nuñez There is an old Spanish saying that says: “Ojos que no ven, corazon que no siente.” This means “What the eyes do not see, the heart does not desire.” This is so very true about the lives of San Pedranos in days long gone. There were many things that did not exist […]