Early Sargassum Arrival Signals Busy Season Ahead for San Pedro
San Pedro’s coastline is once again facing an all-too-familiar challenge as hoteliers and beach vendors reported earlier-than-usual sargassum landings on February 23rd. The unexpected early arrival has already prompted urgent cleanup efforts and renewed planning across the tourism community as the island prepares for the months ahead. For many businesses along the beach, timing is […]
Flashback Friday: When the Street Had No Name
Some photos don’t just capture a moment, hey capture an entire era. This one, taken sometime in the mid-1980s, tells a story of a San Pedro that feels almost unimaginable today. In the frame is a younger version of me, heading out from home on my way to San Pedro Roman Catholic School, school bag […]
Celebrity Spotting: La Reina del Flow Star Carolina Ramírez Visits Belize
Fans of the hit Netflix series La Reina del Flow were excited to learn that its leading star, Carolina Ramírez, best known for her role as Yeimy Montoya, has arrived in Belize. The Colombian actress was spotted on Thursday, February 19, 2026, crossing the northern border into Belize from Mexico. A quick look at her […]
Flashback Friday – Cholo’s and Conch Shell Inn
Flashback Friday takes us down one of the most iconic little alleys in San Pedro, the sandy path that led straight to the beach beside the legendary Cholo’s. You can almost feel the stillness of early morning in this photo. The sun is just beginning to rise, casting that golden-orange glow that wraps everything in […]
Mike Nash Brings Music, Visitors and Thousands for Local Charities
For five years now, Nashville singer/songwriter Mike Nash has been bringing more than just guitars and good vibes to San Pedro. His annual Meeting of the Mayans event has grown into a two-week celebration of music, sunshine, friendship, and purpose, drawing hundreds of loyal fans from across the United States and Canada to Ambergris Caye. […]
San Pedro and Caye Caulker Generate 70% of Tourism Revenue — So What’s the Plan?
At the inauguration of the new San Pedro Artisan Market, Minister of Tourism Hon. Anthony Mahler didn’t just cut a ribbon. He made a statement that should echo across every dock, beach, and back street on Ambergris Caye. San Pedro and Caye Caulker, he said, are responsible for 70% of the country’s tourism revenue. Seventy […]
PUP at 75 Exhibition Arrives in San Pedro
The People’s United Party (PUP) at 75 roving exhibition arrived in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye this week, aligning with national activities marking the birthday of the Right Honorable George Cadle Price, Belize’s National Hero and founding leader of the People’s United Party. A small ceremony opening the exhibit at the San Pedro House of Culture was […]
Estel’s Delivers Smokin’ Good Fun at 14th Annual BBQ Cook-Off
WOW. Fourteen years in and Estel’s Dine by the Sea BBQ Cook-Off is still bringing the heat. This family-friendly tradition has grown into one of those events you circle on the calendar without even thinking twice. Great food, live music, cold drinks, and the best part, everyone gets to be a judge. What’s not to […]
Belize Had Its Moment at the Super Bowl Half Time Show and We All Felt It
There are moments when you’re watching something global, something massive, and then suddenly it becomes personal. That was Super Bowl 60. As Belizeans joined millions around the world tuning in for the halftime show, there was already excitement in the air. Bad Bunny was set to take the stage, and expectations were high. What followed […]
Flashback Friday, Moving at the Pace of Bare Feet
This Flashback Friday photo feels like a quiet pause in time, taken back when the north end of Middle Street still moved at the pace of bare feet and bicycles. The sandy street stretches ahead, wide and unhurried, leading north toward a part of the island that was only beginning to take shape. Wooden houses […]
San Pedro Inaugurates New Artisan Market, Celebrating Local Talent and Community Tourism
San Pedro marked another small but meaningful milestone on Thursday, February 5th, with the official opening of the new Artisan Market, a purpose-built space designed to celebrate local creativity while enhancing the island’s tourism product. The inauguration ceremony was hosted by the Belize Tourism Board and brought together community leaders, government officials, artisans, and residents. […]
San Pedro Community Supports Blood Drive as Island Strengthens Local Blood Supply
The importance of blood donation continues to grow on Ambergris Caye, especially now that the island is home to its own blood bank at Ambergris Hope Hospital, a critical service that is helping ensure lifesaving blood is available when emergencies arise. This vital resource was further strengthened during a recent community blood drive that once […]
Families Seek Justice After San Pedro Tragedy, Suing Resort Responsible
Some stories never leave you. They linger quietly in a community’s heart, long after the headlines fade. The tragic loss of three young women while vacationing at the Royal Kahal Beach Resort, San Pedro last year is one of those stories. Wafae El Arar, Imane Mallah, and Kaoutar Naqqad arrived on Ambergris Caye like so […]
Ambergris Caye Sees Increase in Mainland Chain Stores as Population Grows
There was a time when getting certain grocery items on Ambergris Caye meant planning a full trip off the island. If you needed specialty foods, household items, or supplies that simply weren’t available at the local grocery stores, Belize City was the only option. These trips were rarely spontaneous. Locals would plan days in advance, […]
Hon. Andre Perez Announces Land Titles Secured for Hol Chan Marine Reserve
Press Release, Hon. Andre Perez, Monday, February 2, 2026 – Hon. Andre Perez, Minister of Blue Economy and Marine Conservation and Area Representative of Belize Rural South, has announce to the community of Ambergris Caye, along with all stakeholders of the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, that parcels 5056, 5057, 5048, 5049, 5045, 5047, 5044, 17463, […]
Flashback to When Fido’s Dock Was the Heart of the Action
This photo takes us way back to a time when Fido’s dock was always buzzing with life. Back then, this wasn’t just a place to catch a boat, it was a hub of activity from sunrise to sunset. The dock was home to the Island Ferry, and a busy dive shop, with tanks lined up […]
Former San Pedro Teacher Sentenced in Sexual Assault Case; Supporters Hold Peaceful Protest
A former teacher from San Pedro has been sentenced to prison after being found guilty of sexually assaulting students, in a case that has sparked strong reactions within the community. According to court information, 47-year-old Alex Jason Noralez, a resident of Barracuda Street in the Boca del Rio area of San Pedro Town, was sentenced […]
One Million Trees for Belize, And Why This Matters So Much to All of Us
When I heard that Belize is launching a national plan to plant one million trees, I honestly smiled and thought, yes… this is the kind of news we need more of. The Government of Belize, through the Ministry of Sustainable Development and the Forest Department, just announced the Greening Belize Initiative, a long-term program that […]
Silhouettes at Sunrise
Lately, my wife and I have been starting our mornings a little differently, and honestly, I’m falling in love with San Pedro all over again. We have made it a habit to head out for morning walks along the beach, letting the early sun guide our steps while the island is still half asleep. There’s […]
One Million Dollar Jackpot Update: $111,111 Unclaimed Will Go to Charity
Did you know that one person out of the nine winners of the $1Mil Jackpot failed to claim his/her prize? I’m sorry for the person who may have lost his ticket or simply forgot to check if he won, but after a month of being left unclaimed, the winnings will be donated to charity. Belize […]
Flashback Friday – The Street Itself Was Part of Daily Life
It’s Flashback Friday but this photo feels like a quiet Sunday morning in old San Pedro, when the streets belonged more to people than to vehicles. No rush, no engines roaring, just bare sandy roads and neighbors walking freely right down the middle of the street, like it was the most natural thing in the […]
Government of Belize Takes Early Action Ahead of Sargassum Season
Press Release, Government of Belize Press Office – As the Caribbean continues to experience increased sargassum activity, the Government of Belize is taking early, proactive steps to prepare for the 2026 season through the National Sargassum Task Force (STF). Co-chaired by the Ministry of Tourism, Youth, Sports, and Diaspora Relations, and the Ministry of Blue […]
Marie Sharp Listed in Forbes’ 50 Over 50 Global List
Some names in Belize don’t just represent success, they represent perseverance, passion, and pure Belizean pride. And when it comes to building something from the ground up and taking it to the world, Marie Sharp stands in a league of her own. This week, Belizeans had yet another reason to celebrate our very own hot […]
Motorcyclist Fatally Injured in Late-Night Accident in DFC Area
A tragic traffic accident claimed the life of a male resident in the DFC area of San Pedro Town late last night, Monday, January 19, 2026, following a motorcycle crash involving an unmarked sand pile left on the roadway. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m., when the motorcyclist reportedly collided with […]
Crocodile Temporarily Blocks School and Resort Entrance
Early this week, on Monday, January 12, 2026, residents and employees of Mahogany Bay Village, along with students of The Island Academy and Island High School, got an unexpected delay to start their day, thanks to a large crocodile that found itself stuck along the main entrance road of the resort where the school compound […]