Mayor’s Honors at Township Anniversary Banquet
The San Pedro Township Anniversary was celebrated in grand style this year with a splendid banquet at world renowned Elvi’s Kitchen offered by His Lordship Mayor Daniel Guerrero and the San Pedro Town Council. In his welcome remarks Mayor Guerrero Commented: “From the onset of my election and my taking office, it was my desire […]
Strengthening The Balance
By Gustavo Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education ConsultantTeaching young people, whether in public or private, primary or secondary schools, is not about molding them into what we, educators, want them to become. Rather, teaching young people is more about stimulating and encouraging them to learn, and yes pushing them to reach their potential, not ours. […]
Jim Scott Completes Iron Man Challenge for Iron Kids Belize
The kids and staff of Dorothy Menzies Child Care Centre said “Good bye and God speed,” as Jim Scott left Tuesday, November 20, 2012 to make final preparations for Sunday, November 25, 2012. That day was Rotarian Jim Scott’s 50th birthday. With the support of his family and staff at the Radisson Hotel Fort George […]
Sunset Over Hatchet Caye, Belize
Seasonably great weather is providing exceptional sunsets all over the country. Pictured here is a warm, amber sunset over Hatchet Caye, which is a private island on the edge of the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve, seventeen miles east of the Placencia Peninsula. This tranquil jewel is on the protected side of the […]
Belize Ministry of Health Says 'TLEMOL' is Safe Pharmaceutical Product
Belmopan. November 20th, 2012. Earlier this year, reports were made to the Ministry of Health concerning the sale of a pharmaceutical product being marketed as “TLEMOL.” The Ministry sent the product for testing shortly after. This week we received a Certificate of Analysis from the Caribbean Regional Drug Testing Laboratory in Kingston, Jamaica concluding that […]
Mini Miss Mesoamerica International Visits San Pedro
Our island loves pageantry and beauty queens; we are always the host to beautiful queens who come to visit and enjoy the sea, sun and most importantly the hospitable people of San Pedro. On Thursday, November 22, 2012, Ambergris Today was honored with the presence of a lovely 9-year-old beauty queen, Luismarth Bandres, Mini Miss […]
New High Commissioner for Belize Assumes Duties in United Kingdom
– Belmopan, November 21, 2012 – Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Belize, received Her Excellency Ms. Perla Perdomo in a private audience at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, November 20th, 2012. The audience marked the formal recognition of Ms. Perdomo’s assumption of duties as High Commissioner for Belize in the United Kingdom. High Commissioner […]
Oceana Calls Belize Government to improve Performance on Illegal Fishing
Belize is amongst eight countries listed by the European Commission as having a poor track record in dealing with Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing. Oceana calls on the Government of Belize to take swift and decisive action to protect the name and reputation of Belize abroad and to ensure Belize falls in line with […]
Mobile Defibrillator Donated to San Pedro Poly Clinic
A group of businesses is responsible for the addition of a mobile defibrillator at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Poly Clinc. The donation was made possible by Captain Morgan’s Retreat, Palapa Bar, Kama Lounge and Cowboy Doug’s Pool Bar that united to donate the LIFEPACK Defibrillator along with some medications last week. The group […]
Sagging! How Appearance Affects Perception of Social Class
So every teenager has his own style and way he acts around people. The guys that are usually mean to people will wear gang-related clothing to make them feel like they are part of a gang and, who knows, maybe some of them are. A lot of guys these days will have their pants down […]
Video Pick: EX-PATS in Belize with Savanna Jane Buffett
It is very common to meet people in Belize who have come from abroad and fallen in love with the country so much that they leave everything behind and start new lives. The Reserve Channel is an original YouTube channel that provides access to some of the most extraordinary people and places live has to […]
Miss Belize Destinee Arnold Wins Miss Ethnic World
– Press Release, Saturday, November 17, 2012 – Queen of the Jewel (the Official Miss Belize), Destinee Arnold, made history as she was crowned Miss Ethnic World 2013. The pageant was held at the elegant Westin Hotel in Long Beach California where delegates from all over the world gathered for a weekend of activities, photo […]
Romantic Days of the Past
By Angel Nuñez A friend of mine posted this verse of as song on Facebook and all of her friends tended to agree with the idea that men have lost the romanticism that was common in the past. I agree with the song too and also believe that women too have lost their romanticism. Here […]
Cultural Exhibit at Holy Cross Anglican School
The Holy Cross Anglican School held a cultural exhibition on Friday, November 16, 2012 at its school compound. On display were different booths of the various ethnic groups found in our beautiful Belize. Students displayed posters about the traditions, religious beliefs and food about each ethnic group and also performed to several typical and folkloric […]
San Pedro Lion’s Club Holds International Peace Poster Contest
The San Pedro Lion’s Club participated in the International Lion’s Club annual Peace Poster Contest, featuring the entries at the Lion’s Den on Friday, November 16th. There were 63 entries total from San Pedro Roman Catholic School, Isla Bonita Elementary School and New Horizon’s School. The posters were judged on Originality, Expression of Theme and […]
Saga's Pet of The Week
Kittens! Kittens! Kittens! We three are just a few of the kitties ready and waiting for adoption. We love our cattery and our cozy cat beds but of course would much prefer to go home with you! Please come see all of us at the Saga Humane Society today! 226-3266 or Email: saga@btl.net
San Pedro Wins National Sailing Club Regatta on Ambergris Caye
– Press Release – Under the brilliant sunshine on the sparkling waters of the Caribe Sea, the Optimists sailors of the Belize Sailing Association (BzSA) competed this weekend in the National Finals in San Pedro on Ambergris Caye. Twenty-five sailors supported by their coaches, peers, family and friends, sailed 6 races over the course of […]
McDonald’s Canada to Recruit Workers in Belize
Canada has looked to places like the U.S. and Ireland to fill jobs in the energy, mining, and agriculture sectors–booming, at least until recently, because of strong demand from China and other emerging economies. Now, there’s another place Canadian executives are targeting: Belize. Actyle Group, a Saskatchewan-based recruitment firm, is seeking to attract over 100 […]
Saga's Thanksgiving Is Going To The Dogs!
Folks, This Year Thanksgiving Is Going To The Dogs! You are cordially invited to attend Kelly McGuire’s Thanksgiving Concert & Dinner at Fido’s Courtyard to benefit the Saga Humane Society. November 22, 2012, Thanksgiving DayDinner service starts at 5PM and Concert from 6 to 9, NO COVER CHARGE! $40BZ for Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner or […]
La Cabeza Del Cochino
It’s a pretty long name for a dance- El Baile de la Cabeza del Cochino. The hog head dance was a big thing in the village in the 1930’s. This consisted of an entire hog head being cooked. Then it was decorated with all kinds of goodies like candies, chocolates, and miniature flags. There was […]
El Divino Inaugurates Sports Bar
El Divino Restaurant, located at Banana Beach Resort, inaugurated its new Sports Bar over the weekend on Saturday, November 17, 2012. There was Happy Hour specials on drinks and free BBQ samples. The Sports Bar is an extention to El Divino’s bar/lounge and offers a great environment to watch sporting events in a comfortable lounge […]
Madisco Holds Tasting and Product Presentation in San Pedro
To showcase the line of products and get businesses in San Pedro acquainted with their services, MADISO and the Beverage Division of Karl H. Menzies of Belize City, held a food sampling and wine tasting event that was held at the Villas at Banyan Bay on Thursday, November 15, 2012. Invited guests who attended the […]
Garifuna Settlement Day Celebrations in San Pedro
The vibrant and colorful culture of the Garinagu of Belize was on display all around the country as Garifuna Settlement Day was observed on Monday, November 19, 2012, that made for a long holiday weekend of celebration. The Garinagu community of San Pedro was nothing shy of showing off their rich culture, especially when it […]
Belize Tourism Board Launches Belize Dive Map
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) continues to reach out to develop partnerships with stakeholders in the tourism industry; partnerships that assist and benefit both the private sector, but most importantly, the communities dependent on tourism. It is with this goal that the Destination Planning department at the BTB has embarked in creating a Village Community […]
My First, My Last: My Ambergris Caye
As a travel writer, I’m often faced with the quandary of needing to share information about my favorite places in the world, while secretly hoping no one else finds out about them, causing them to become overrun with tourists. My first time in Belize was long before my travel writing days. I was an ordinary […]