Belizean Artist Marlyn Vansen Seeks Help After Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis
Marlyn Vansen, Belizean artist, announced on Sunday, January 16, 2022, that she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis earlier in the month. There is no cure for MS but it is treatable, however, the medication that Vansen needs is currently not available in the country. Vansen isn’t losing hope and she is asking for assistance. Marlyn […]
Marriott Residences Ambergris Caye Prepares for Construction after Pandemic Delays
Official announcements of the new Marriott Residences Ambergris Caye came back in April 2018, when the construction plans were rolled out of the over 200-unit hotel. Four years later, after much setbacks due to the pandemic, the Marriott is set for construction and completion in December of 2023. The ground-breaking ceremony took place last week […]
Foreign Tourist Entering Belize Now Require Travel Health Insurance
The Belize Tourism Board, the official tourism organization for Belize, has announced that in an effort to further protect the health and wellbeing of international visitors and Belizeans from COVID-19, that it has released new safe travel standards for any persons entering the country. Effective February 15, 2022, all visitors are required to apply for Belize […]
Coast Guard Retrieves Thirty Kilos of Suspected Marijuana
A Belize Coast Guard routine patrol this morning, January 13, 2022, at about 8:30am, yielded 36 packs of suspected marijuana that was encountered about 100 feet east of the dock at Half-moon Caye. According to the Belize Coast Guard, their patrol at Lighthouse Reef came across an object in the water and upon closer inspection […]
U.S. Government Donates 12 Ventilators to Belize in Continuing Pandemic Support
On Tuesday, January 11, 2022, the U.S. Government donated 12 ventilators to the Ministry of Health and Wellness to support Belize in its ongoing fight against COVID-19. The donation was facilitated by the U.S. Embassy Security Cooperation Office and funded by the U.S. Department of Defense Southern Command through its Humanitarian Assistance Program. Valued at […]
Belize Sees Busiest Cruise Ship Day Since the Restart of Cruise
The Belize Tourism Board says that it is excited to share that today, Thursday, December 30, 2021, the country received six cruise ships to our shores, marking it the busiest cruise day on our 2021 schedule of calls. Four Ships, including the Celebrity Apex, Carnival Pride, Carnival Dream, and Carnival Breeze, called to the Belize […]
Pattern of COVID-19 Cases Changes in Belize, Omicron Variant Expected
Belize’s Ministry of Health & Wellness informs the public that the pattern of the COVID-19 cases has changed. Currently, the majority of cases present upper airway symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose and sore throat associated with a mild fever and/or muscle aches and pains. The cases are increasing exponentially with a leap in […]
Belizean Singer Yas Thalia Releases New Single “Tropix”
“Hey my name is YasThalia and I’m a Belizean singer/songwriter. My song Tropix is a song that highlights the beauty of our country Belize.” Yas Thalia recently released the official music video for her hit single ‘Tropix’ which is all about praising Belize – “Vamos a La Isla Bonita, fly out to Griga, maybe Placencia,” […]
Island Christmas Toy Drive Giveaway a Success
The Christmas Toy Drive Giveaway hosted by Jaz Azueta from The Real Estate Belize, Vanessa Parham from NEMO and Triple R and Ethan Neal from Customs and Excise Department was a success. A total of 300 gifts were handed out to much deserve children in the areas of San Mateo, San Juan, San Pedrito and […]
Stray Dogs Receive Love from SP Share and Care
A new stray dog feeding campaign has been started on Ambergris Caye by a non-profit charity organization SP. Share and Care. On their first outing, over the weekend, the group of kind-hearted islanders met in the San Mateo and DFC areas where they fed stray dog. The orgainzation had asked residents for donations of dog […]
Belize Champs at Pok ta Pok World Championship Held in Yucatan
The Belize Maya ballgame team Ek’ Balam Poktapok will return to the country as champions once again, after being victorious at the Pok Ta Pok World Championship games held in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico last week. This is the team’s third championship, previously winning the Maya ballgame championship in 2017 and 2019. The team defended its […]
Belize Announces Health Pass Vaccination App and Increase Surveillance of New Variant
As the Ministry of Health and Wellness indicates that it is increasing surveillance following the announcement of the new COVID-19 variant, Omicron discovered in South Africa, it has also informed the public of the launch of its Health Pass Vaccination App, accessible to all by downloading the app from the Apple or Android store. The […]
Incident Involving Alleged Teacher Misconduct During Online Class
– Press Release, San Pedro High School, December 1, 2021 – The Board of Management and Administration of San Pedro High School is aware of an incident of alleged teacher misconduct during her online class. As an educational institution, we do not support any form of student abuse by any member of our faculty, staff, […]
National Geographic Names Belize as One of Best Places to Enjoy Nature 2022
The world-renowned publication National Geographic has listed Belize among the top destinations for travelers to visit in the upcoming year. The publication just posted “25 Amazing Journeys for 2022” featuring the top picks for destinations from the publication’s global editors. “Ready to travel again? Our global editors picked the planet’s 25 most exciting destinations for […]
New Non Profit Organization Sets to Feed Stray Dogs on Island
The newest charity non-profit organization on Ambergris Caye, Share and Care, is organizing the island’s first feeding campaign for stray dogs. The organization is asking the public for help in donating dog food or monetary contributions to help them complete its goal. Their first feeding campaign commences this month: Saturday, December 11:Meet up on the […]
Awards Ceremony Held for San Pedro Township Day
In observation of the 37th Township Day (November 27) for San Pedro, the San Pedro Town Council hosted an Award Ceremony to highlight individuals from the various sectors of our community whose, together over the recent years, contributions have impacted our island. These were the following awards for 202; Congratulations to all the honorees: Healthcare […]
100 Positions for Belizean Educators to Broaden Professional Experience Internationally
Participate Learning Opens 100 Positions for Belizean Educators, to Broaden Their Professional Experience Internationally Today’s professionals can access institutional and organized models to ensure optimal international work experience. Participate Learning opens 100 positions for educators seeking to broaden their professional experience internationally. Belizean educators can find more information and apply to this link https://bit.ly/3BC687z for […]
Selena and PACasso Murals by Donkeemom and Donkeeboy
Mother and son power duo artists from Houston, Texas visited San Pedro, Ambergris Caye this past week, leaving something behind they hope will brighten up islander’s spirits and bring a little character to the island community. They completed a mural on the face of a warehouse where they depicted a couple of their most inspirational […]
Belize Just Won Miss Earth 2021
Social media in Belize blew up last night after the announcement that Miss Belize Earth, Destiny Wagner, had just won the title of Miss Earth 2021. The crown made Destiny the first Belizean to hold an international title for the country. Needless to say, Belizeans are ecstatic about the announcement and proud of Destiny for […]
How did Ambergris Caye Manage Without Triple R Emergency Services?
It was unfortunate that the birth of Triple R (Rickilee Response & Rescue) came about due to the death of a tourist vacationing on Ambergris Caye. It has now been three and half years since the tragic accident, but the island has been blessed with the invaluable emergency services of Triple R. The services started […]
Tropic Air Commences San Ignacio Flights
Tropic Air commenced service to San Ignacio, Cayo on Monday, Novermber 15, 2021. Flights will initially be on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and are timed to connect easily with most international arrivals and departures at the Belize International Airport as well as Tropic Air flights to Cancun, Roatan, Placencia, Dangriga and Punta Gorda. “We […]
Celebrity Spotting: Youtube Influencer Visiting Belize
A celebrity nowadays is not necessarily classified by his Hollywood status, music career or athletic prowess. With the advent of social media, almost anybody can become a celebrity with interesting and engaging content. Celebrity YouTuber/Blogger known as Luisito Comunica is in Belize showcasing the our jewel to his millions of followers. Luisito is one of […]
The United States Donates an Additional 117,000 Pfizer Vaccines to Belize
Belmopan – U.S. Embassy Belmopan is pleased to announce the arrival of 117,000 Pfizer vaccines in Belize. This U.S. government contribution to Belize’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic is in addition to the 111,150 vaccine doses donated in August. The United States is committed to sharing vaccines globally, saving lives, and putting an end to […]
WestJet and Southwest Resume Flights to Belize in November
Belize City, Belize, November 3, 2021: The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) was pleased to announce the resumption of seasonal flights from Canada and daily flights from the United States to Belize this month. On November 3, WestJet resumed flights to Belize from Toronto, Canada. WestJet’s flight to Belize is seasonal, visiting every Wednesday and Saturday […]
El Dia de la Raza Added to Belize Holidays
The Government of Belize announced the approved list of Public and Bank Holidays for the upcoming year 2022, adding a holiday that was missing from this year’s calendar. The new entry on the list is El Día de la Raza (Day of Race/Race Day). This day, which will be celebrated on October 10 in lieu […]