San Pedro Junior Angler Receives International Award
Fishing is a way of life for many, just ask 11-year-old Jhoan Hernandez who says that fishing is his favorite past time here in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. Jhoan has been fishing since the tender age of four and takes advantage of any opportunity he encounters to do what he loves the best, fishing of […]
What Does the Pelican Say?
What does the Pelican say? We are not quite so sure, but this one was very quiet as it stood still perched next to the Amigos del Mar Dive Shop, in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize. It was catching some rays as the early moring sun rose to a busy Saturday morning. The staff at […]
New York Times Lists Belize in ‘52 Places to Go in 2014’
As Belize’s popularity keeps rising, more and more magazines, websites and blogs keep highlighting the country with positive vibes and accolades. Best dive sites, best island in the world, best beaches and best places to retire are just a few of the lists Belize has been featured on. The Belize Tourism Board indicates increasing trends […]
Intel to Drop McAfee Name from Anti-Virus Program
Since the shocking murder of island resident Gregory Faull in November 2012, John McAfee has been wanted for questioning in Belize and a fugitive from the law in the country. He placed Belize on the international spotlight with his crazy antics and created quite a media frenzy on the island following this controversial story. Now […]
A Young and Energetic Media in Belize
Just before the holidays I went on a Belize media trip organized by the Belize Tourism Board which brought together local media personnel from around the county. The purpose of the trip was for the local media to promote ‘Staycations’ – have Belizeans vacation in Belize. It was a wonderful experience, our second one this […]
Ministry of Health Cautions the Public on Seasonal Influenza
Belmopan. January 8, 2014. The Ministry of Health informs the public that over the recent weeks there has been a cluster of patients with influenza. Currently there are a few patients being managed at Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital with severe respiratory infections that we suspect could be H1N1. As soon as laboratory results are made […]
San Pedro's Person of the Year 2013 Alfonso Castillo
“In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun. You find the fun and -SNAP- the job is a game.” This quote by Mary Poppins is exemplified by a businessman of San Pedro who buries himself into his profession in mind, body and spirit. The motto of his business firm is […]
Belize Sailing Association National Championships
11 year old Trent Hardwick is the New National Champ in Youth Sailing – Belize City. Jan. 6, 2014 – Trent Hardwick of the Belize Sea Scouts (BSS) emerges as Belize Sailing Association’s National Champion in the Optimist Class after 2 days of tough sailing over the weekend. With variable weather that saw mostly north […]
Old Timer or Modern Sanpedrano? Num. 20
By Angel Nuñez You know you are a modern day Sanpedrano because when you purchase chewing gum you have a lot of brands to choose from. Another thing is that you might be asking for sugar free gum and be prepared to pay over one dollar for a pack of gum. YOU KNOW YOU […]
Meet San Pedro’s New Year Baby 2014 – It’s a Girl!
It is always an honor to be first – first in your class, first in a competition or race, first in arriving to some goal. But it’s also cool and extra special being the first born in new years! For the past eight years Ambergris Today has celebrated the first baby to be born on […]
Janelle Chanona Becomes Oceana's New Leader in Belize
Former newscaster joins ocean conservation group, pledges to win campaigns to protect Belize’s reef. Oceana, the world’s largest international ocean conservation group, announced today that Janelle Chanona has joined Oceana as its new leader for Belize. The former Belize newscaster and Belmopan native will lead Oceana’s efforts to protect Belize’s barrier reef. “We are very […]
Mexico’s Smallest Man in San Pedro -Margarito Esparza Nevares
The Mexico’s smallest man has been to San Pedro. He is Margarito Esparza Nevares born on June 10, 1936 in Sinaloa Mexico and is 27.5 inches small (about 2 feet). He is a well rounded artist having performed as a comedian, singer, composer and television conductor. Because of his small stature, he is known as […]
Nothing Beats a Great Sailing Day in Ambergris Caye, Belize
There is nothing better than a fun day of sailing in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize. Whether it is for a snorkeling trip to Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley, day trip to visit nearby Caye Caulker, Barbeque picnic in North Ambergris Caye or a spectacular sunset sail, the packages offered are fun-filled […]
Belize Farmers Impacted by Unfavorable Weather to Receive Assistance by Government
The widespread impact and sustained flooding is described as the worst adversity to have affected farmers nationally and even more severely in the Belize District. Increased and continuous rain combined with the inability of channels to carry off floodwater discharge has resulted in the damage of key agricultural products and areas inundated. The unfavorable conditions […]
Puma in our midst – Keeping community and wildlife safe in San Pedro
On Friday, December 20, 2013, there was a great deal of excitement following eyewitness reports of a puma south of San Pedro Town. While Sanpedranos are very proud of their marine and land creatures, there was also, understandably a great deal of concern and fear about this uncommon and large predator in a populated, residential […]
San Pedro Branch of Belize Red Cross Successful Activities
The San Pedro Branch of the Belize Red Cross is very fortunate to have strong local business support in their efforts to make a difference on Ambergris Caye. Crazy Canucks has been doing a wonderful Job with ongoing fundraising for the San Pedro Red Cross, they have designated the last Friday of their weekly trivia […]
San Pedro Celebrates the New Year by the Thousands
Ambergris Caye, Belize was in full celebration mode during New Year’s Eve with residents, visiting friends and tourists flocking by the thousands to various venues that offered entertainment and party favors for even more reason to cheer in 2014. The San Pedro Town Council once again lined up entertaining performances at Central Park once again […]
First Lady of Belize named Complexd Woman of 2013
On New Years Eve The First Lady of Belize Mrs. Kim Barrow was named joint Complexd Woman of the year alongside Pediatric Surgeon Dorothy Kufeji FRCS (Eng), FRCS (Paed). Two inspiring women capable of instigating major change coming together through Complexd Woman magazine to discuss Mrs. Barrow’s efforts to raise funds for The Belize Children’s […]
Vote for Ambergris Caye for Best Island in Caribbean
10Best.com and USA TODAY Travel are asking its viewers to vote for the Best Caribbean Island and Ambergris Caye, Belize is on that list. So of course we ask our faithful readers and lovers of La Isla Bonita to vote and make Ambergris Caye #1. With contenders at St. Lucia, Tobago, St. Kitts, Puerto Rico, […]
Keeping your New Year’s Resolution
It is that time again – to break into a New Year and everyone is ready for a change in themselves and doing so with New Year’s resolutions. But most of these resolutions, or attempts at it, usually last only two to three months after ringing in the New Year. So how do you keep […]
Castillo’s Hardware Awards Four Outstanding Workers
On Friday, December 20, 2013, not only did Castillo’s Do it Best Hardware carry out its annual Christmas Raffle but also celebrated the hard work of four dedicated staff members. Awarded with certificates of appreciation were Ricardo Verde, Miriam Chi, Raul Mendez and Benigno Castillo. They received awards for their hard work and dedication for […]
First Belizean with Disability obtains Doctors Degree
– Press Release – It is with great pride, joy and tons of admiration that the University of the West Indies (UWI), Open Campus, Belize joins our sister campus, the UWI at St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago in congratulating Dr. Einstein Bodden as he relishes in taking his oath as a Medical Doctor. All Belizeans […]
IDB Announces New Country Strategy with Belize for 2013-2017
Education, tourism, transport and trade and tax policy will be the strategy’s main focus On Wednesday, December 18, 2013, The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a new Country Strategy with Belize, affirming its commitment to partner with the Government of Belize on the country’s development. The strategy will support Belize in addressing its development challenges […]
Island Style Christmas Tree in Caye Caulker, Belize
Christmas has come and gone but what’s left are the creative decorations that fill us up with joy. All over the world a Christmas tree is the most important part of Christmas; it is where all the personal ornaments go on and of course the presents. On this week’s Picture of the Week we feature […]
Education in Belize: End of Year Notes
By Gustavo A. Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education Consultant / belizeguidance.blogspot.com As we approach the end of 2013 I would like to thank readers of belizeguidance.blogspot.com and my Guidance Counselor column for their loyalty and participation/comments, or sharing my articles. I am thrilled to note that, this year, readers from Belize as well as 32 […]