The Very First in San Pedro
By Angel Nuñez Being first is quite a fete. It is nice to know that you were first in your class, first to set a record like Eric Donis is attempting to do, first to build something, first to achieve something, or even first to have the honors like kissing the queen’s hands or stealing […]
Conch Shell Sunset
Photo opportunities are always a plus on La Isla Bonita. It doesn’t matter where you are, the beauty of this island shines and imaginations for photos come alive. Sunsets are incredibly amazing on the island just ask the conch shell spectators that were enjoying it.
The Ole Ambergris Lodge
You are looking in the forefront at the once famous Ambergris Lodge, one of the pioneer hotels in San Pedro when it was still a village. Founded in the late 1960’s, The Ambergris Lodge played a vital role in the early development of tourism when Maya Island Air was operating three daily flights from Belize […]
What Teenagers Want from Politicians
Everyone talks about making the community better; we hear chatter all over town about fixing the streets, about helping out areas such as San Mateo, San Pedrito, DFC and so much more. Everyone talks about making their lives better but what about us teens. I strongly believe that the most important thing they should focus […]
Public Meeting: Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan
The Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute would like to invite the public to presentations and discussion on Belize’s Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan. This national Plan is mandated under the Coastal Zone Management Act. It determines the suitability of coastal land use, and outlines recommendations for sustainable development along the entire coastal zone of […]
Dealing with Loud, Playful, and Difficult Students
By Gustavo Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education Consultant A reader’s/teacher’s comments that are posted to my recent articles seem to be written in much “frustration” and “desperation”. The very LAST thing that any student should ever see a teacher do in the classroom is reacting out of “frustration or desperation” – whether by yelling, screaming, […]
Teens Belize Hosts Miss Top Celebrity Pageant 2012
Teens Belize is humbled to present the 5th Annual Miss Top Celebrity Pageant from March 13-27th, 2012. And vying for this title is no stranger to pageantry and our very own Sanpedrana, Miss Christine Syme, Miss San Pedro 2011-2012, 1st runner up. The candidates participate in four segments: Application Form, Preliminary with the Judges, FB […]
San Pedro Sailing Club Takes All Medals at Baron Bliss Harbor Regatta
On Sunday, March 11, 2012, the San Pedro Sailing Club set off in the early morning to Belize City to take part in the Baron Bliss Harbor Regatta. The team was confident that it would bring home some medals, but with an impressive run in the regatta the Club managed to sweep all of them, […]
Fundraising Auction for Tico Caceres
One of Victoria House’s long time front desk agents, Albertico (Tico) Caceres has been diagnosed with cancer and must travel to Merida, Mexico for surgery and further treatment. Tico has been a welcoming smile at the front desk since 1994 and has made a lot of friends, both amongst fellow employees and visitors to his […]
Child Stimulation Month: Grandparents' Day!
Under the motto “Early Childhood Education: Start Early – Aim High” Pre-Schools all over the country are observing Child Stimulation Month. On Thursday, March 15, 2012, students of ABC Pr-School had a special day with grandparents. Granparents were invited to part take in a special arts and crafts day with their grandchildren. Students delighted those […]
Experts Forecast Average Hurricane Season
Can you believe that hurricane season 2012 is just three months away in the Caribbean!? We know that it’s too early to think about that, but considering that we live six months out of the year under hurricane surveillance, it’s a significant part of living in the Caribbean. The good news is that businesses and […]
“My Vision for the Nation as Prime Minister of Belize” By Andre Alamina
With elections just gone by, our Prime Minister has his hands full with making decisions for the betterment of our Nation. Many state that the youth have no business in politics, but aren’t they the future of our country? Their growing minds have great ideas which can be nurtured into greater possibilities in our future. […]
Tropic Air's Scenic Direct Flight to Honduras
More than just a national airline, with its 14 connections throughout the country, Tropic Air has become a regional airline with its two flights to Guatemala and now its first to Honduras. On Monday, March 12, the airline introduced its direct flight from Belize to San Pedro Sula, Honduras and offering an introductory rate of […]
Seventeen Year Old Sets Goal to Swim from San Pedro to Belize City
Swimming for Healthy Reef and Healthy People – Eric Donis is a proud 17-year-old Sanpedrano who has set a challenge for his birthday – to swim from San Pedro, Ambergris Caye to Belize City with the goal to promote Healthy Reefs and Healthy People. Eric Donis is a young Belizean swimmer and triathlete who aspires […]
SP AIDS Commission Presents Noche de Estrellas Part II
The San Pedro AIDS Commission is proud to bring back another spectacular event to the island, Noche de Estrellas Part II. This fundraiser event is one of the two biggest events the Commission hosts every year. With its resounding success last year, the Commission brings to you once more another spectacular show you don’t want […]
Thank You From Melanie Paz – Independent Mayoral Candidate
Friends, In closing and finalizing this election, I would like to take the opportunity to thank you most sincerely and wholeheartedly. Each and every one of you played an essential role in our resounding success. I say “our” because we can all share the success since we attained our desired goal. Our goal was to […]
Prime Minister Announces New Cabinet
A new Cabinet was appointed on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, following the re-election of the Rt. Hon. Dean Barrow’s administration last week. In total there are fifteen ministers; eleven whom are elected representatives and the other four being appointed through the senate. While the Prime Minister did reshuffle the cabinet some ministers did stay with […]
Elvi’s Kitchen Names Burger after Ambergris Today
Here is one more reason for Ambergris Today to LOVE Elvi’s Kitchen! We are happy and honored to have been chosen by Chef Jennie, to be the inspiration of a special burger that they are naming The Ambergris Today Burger. Yes, Ambergris Today now has a burger named after itself and, not to be bias […]
Belize Awarded in Traveller’s Choice Awards for Its Beaches
Belize City, Belize – March 13, 2012 – In January of this year, the BTB was proud to share with you that Trip Advisor, the world’s largest internet travel website, had ranked various hotels in Belize as some of the top 25 hotels in the world. Once again, the BTB is thrilled to share, that […]
Marco Gonzalez Project Receives Funds
The Non-Profit Organization Marco Gonzalez Maya Site Ambergris Caye Ltd. (MGMSACL) is proud to have received grant monies of $7,000 U.S. from the Frederick S. Upton Foundation. Mr. Matt Fowler, formerly of Mr. Joe’s Grocery, is a member of the Board of Directors for both the MGMSACL and the Upton Foundation and his love for […]
Palometa Dawn Session
Photographer Jose Luis Zapata was able to capture this magnificent picture at dawn in Ambergris Caye during a photo shoot for Tres Pescados Fly Shop for their new Simms fishing products. It was a beautiful morning when proprietor of Tres Pescados, Wil Flack, set out to sea for some sports fishing; the Palometa (or Permit) […]
You Too Can Eat Like Royalty in Belize
-by Dorian Nuñez Belize knows how to throw a party and definitely goes “all the way” to make guests feel special, royalty or not! 🙂 I can definitely tell you that Prince Harry made it out of Belize a couple pounds heavier because at the Diamon Jubilee Block Party held on the day of his […]
Election Fraud Suspected in Belize Rural South/San Pedro
In a press release handed over to Ambergris Today, a tri-partite agreement from the candidates of the VIP, PUP and Independent is claiming suspicion of fraud during elections in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. A meeting was held on March 9, 2012, comprising of the committees and candidates of The People’s United Party, Independent Candidates and […]
Prime Minister Barrow Sworn In Today
“Thank you Belize! You have renewed our mandate… the work continues.” These were the word of newly elect Hon. Dean Barrow who retains his seat in the Government of Belize for a second term. The new government was sworn in today, Friday, March 9, 2012, with the appointment of the Cabinet set for Tuesday, March […]
Study Shows Belize Marine Reserves Benefit Sharks
Counting Sharks With Cameras: “Chum Cam” Underwater Video Survey Shows That Reef Sharks Thrive In Marine Reserves – Study led by scientists from the Institute for Conservation Science at Stony Brook University uses video cameras to count reef sharks, showing that marine reserves benefit these top predators on the world’s second largest barrier reef. STONY […]