Belize Launches Jasmine Alert Child Kidnapping Emergency Warning System
The tragic kidnapping and murder of 16-year-old Jasmine Lowe hit hard the hearts of Belizeans across the country and her death initiated a movement to address the issue of kidnapping and abductions of children. On Tuesday, July 31, 2012, the Jasmine Alert system was launched in Belize that involves a voluntary partnership between law-enforcement agencies, […]
Miss San Pedro 2012 Beauty Contestants Announced
Four beautiful young ladies have taken on the challenge to participate in this year’s Miss San Pedro Pageant; they are Naiely Puc, Darcie Zepeda, Ashley Rhaburn and Adriana Haylock. These four beautiful young ladies will take center stage on Saturday, September 1, 2012, as they vie for the coveted title of being San Pedro’s Beauty […]
Miss Honduras Costa Maya Celebrates Belizean Birthday
Miss Honduras turned 19 in Belize as she arrived to partake in the Costa Maya Pageant. On Friday, July 27, 2012, Miss Honduras Sthefany Maolyth Piñeda Perez was given a special treat by the San Ignacio Resort Hotel. As the group of ladies were given a tour to the Iguana Project, an initiative by the […]
Belize One of the Best Dressed at Olympics Opening Ceremonies
The London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremonies kicked off on Friday, July 27, 2012, and the next couple of weeks will be all about the athletics, but the main focus on Friday night was on the pageantry of the games and the outfits of the athletes. There are 204 participating countries at the London Olympics of […]
Costa Maya Sunset
It’s everything ‘Costa Maya’ these days as the festival fever invades the island of Ambergris Caye, Belize for the International Costa Maya Festival that will take place from Friday, August 2 to Sunday, August 5, 2012. One of the main attractions of the festival is the Reina de la Costa Maya Pageant where eight beauty […]
Costa Maya Pageant Beauties Enjoy Adventures in Belize
The San Pedro International Costa Maya Festival commences on Thursday, August 2, 2012, but pageant week starts a seven days ahead the festival with the arrival of the eight delegates who kick start a whirlwind of activates leading up to competition night. This year the delegates arrived on Thursday, July 26, 2012, and were whisked […]
PADI Certifies 34 Junior Open Water Divers in San Pedro
We who live in this beautiful island of Ambergris Caye are privileged to have the beautiful Caribbean Sea right in front of us to enjoy its abundant marine life. While many travel from across the world to dive the wonders that our majestic sea has to offer, some of us who live here have never […]
Costa Maya Pageant Delegates Hosted in Tropical Night
Ramon’s Village Resort, the official resort and sponsor of the Costa Maya Pageant, hosted a fantastic evening of fun, fashion and island entertainment during Noche Tropical, Saturday, July 28, 2012, where it hosted the eight contestants of the Costa Maya Pageant who have arrived in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The competition started way before pageant […]
Beauties of Sea and Air Festival
The Costa Maya International Festival actually had its origin as The San Pedro International Sea and Air Festival. It was the brainchild of a few Sanpedranos along with members of the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce, particularly Bruce and Victoria Collins. The early days of the festival had the participation of Belize, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras […]
Are You an Old Timer or Modern Sanpedrano? Number 17
By Angel Nuñez YOUK KNOW YOU ARE AN OLD TIMER SANPEDRANO IF In your days you could only buy nightly raffles from some women and children and on Sundays you bought Panama instead of lottery. These nightly raffles included a $15.00 cash prize for 25 cents or a case of lemonade, or some toy. During […]
San Pedro Features in News Exchange Magazine
The newest edition of New Exchange (NE) Magazine is out in stores already and Ambergris Today is happy to boast a few of San Pedro’s very own featured in the pages of Belize’s first magazine. Ambergris Today, Jose Luis Zapata Photography and Wave Music Festival all graced the magazine with coverage on San Pedro’s dining […]
SPTC Presents Financial and Progress Report
The San Pedro Town Council presented the “handed-over” financial report and a progress report on their first 100 days in office. The public meeting took place at the San Pedro Lions Den on Thursday, July 27, 2012, where Mayor Daniel Guerrero and his councilors along with Honorable Manuel Heredia Jr. took center stage to present […]
St. Peter’s College Closed Down!
St. Peter’s College has been closed by the Ministry of Education after having being in operation for the past 15 years. St. Peter’s College was forced to close down its doors on Thursday, July 19, 2012, for failing to comply with the standard rules and regulations of the Ministry of Education as it pertains to […]
Work Commences on New Classrooms for SPRCS
The San Pedro Roman Catholic School is San Pedro’s oldest educational institution and has been operating since the 1920’s. The current building which still stands on the school ground was built in 1963 and gradually as years go by more classrooms are added since the school has an increased enrollment every year Even though the […]
Belize is Finalist for Miss World Top Model in China
Belizean beauty Chantae Guy is presently at Ordos, China as she is proudly representing Belize at the Miss World Pageant. Miss Chantae Guy is among 120 contestants vying for the prestigious title and is definitely making us proud since she was chosen to compete for Miss World Top Model Competition. Miss World will be presenting […]
Archaeological Sites in Belize to Benefit from Sustainable Tourism Investment
Belmopan, Belize – A commitment from the Ministry of Tourism and Culture and the Belize Tourism Board to invest in a quality tourism experience and improved visitor management at Belize’s archaeological sites was cemented on July 13. Construction contracts totaling over $680,000Bz ($346,000US) were signed with two local firms, ASCON and Usher Construction Ltd. Under […]
Summer in a Bottle – Belikin’s Verano Beer
Belikin Beer is doing something good – being innovative and creative by brewing seasonal craft beer and giving its customers something tasty, flavorful and FUN! It is definitely something new for the company to be producing newer beer flavor blends and at a more frequent pace. There is more talk about Belikin and its signature […]
Belizean Native Carried Olympic Torch through London
Saturday, July 21, 2012, was the proudest day of Joel Hodgson’s life as the 25 year-old Belizean native carried the Olympic torch through London. He is now preparing for more international sporting glory. Joel Hodgson bore the flame along the streets of Newham, east London, whilst thousands of people cheered him on. After passing on the […]
A Night of Live Theater Drama in San Pedro
It was a night of live theater this past Saturday, July 21, 2012, as the San Pedro House of Culture hosted the cast of Palíndromos Teatro Independiente of Costa Rica. The group is on its third tour through several southern states of Mexico and Central America, but on a first pass through Belize. The theatrical […]
Ministry of Works Assists San Pedro with Road Repairs
The San Pedro Town Council got some special assistance from government this past weekend as the Ministry of Works sent over four heavy duty road repair equipment over to the island to assist the Council’s work on the upgrading of the streets. Mayor Daniel Guerrero commented to Ambergris Today that he wants to fully upgrade […]
Marsden and Batty Island Nuptials
With stunning beaches and lush gardens, romantic sunsets and exquisite turquoise waters, Ambergris Caye was the perfect backdrop for Brian Batty and Tanya Marsden’s dream destination wedding. Joyfully celebrated on Saturday July 21, 2012, at Sueno Del Mar Resort. The couple along with family and friends, made their love known as they said their vows […]
Saga Salad Cook Off a Success!
SAGA Humane Society would like to extend their thanks to Bruce & Diane Badolato and Steve Kilchenstein the owners of Wet Willy’s for hosting our monthly Cook-off Fundraiser for the second time this year! It was held on Wednesday, July 18, 2012. Bruce, Diane & Steve and their staff were once again gracious hosts. We […]
Just Chillin' in Belize
In San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize there are many ways of relaxing, such as staying home and watching tv, going for a nice walk on the beach, soaking up your feet in the beautiful aquamarine waters or chilling with your friends at a nice bar & restaurant. We are not the only persons that need […]
Road Repairs Assist in Access to Marco Gonzalez Maya Site
“Repair it and They Will Come”A big THANK YOU to San Pedro Town Council for the road work being done on south Ambergris Caye. Repair work in the form of hard core has been done in the last two weeks to finally make the road 100% more passable. By no means is it a smooth […]
Butane Prices Down By $30
The Ministry of Trade, Investment Promotion, Private Sector Development and Consumer Protection negotiated a significant decrease in the retail price of Butane to the public. On Friday, June 20, 2012, the price of butane reduced by $30 per 100 pound cylinder. In light of a general downward trend in the global market price for natural […]