National Treasure of Belize: Maya Jade Head in Exhibit
The Museum of Belize was officially inaugurated 10 years ago on February 5th, 2002. The building itself was once used as “Her Majesty’s Prison”, and contained a total of 102 cells. In 1998, the Government handed the old prison to NICH and for the next two years the building was refurbished and converted into the Museum. […]
Prince Harry Coming to Belize, His Itinerary Released
Prince Harry will set foot in Belize on March 2, 2012 and will be in the country just short of a full day – 23 ½ hours to be precise. But according to the Foreign Affairs protocol office, it should be the best stop he makes on his Caribbean Tour of the Bahamas, Jamaica and […]
Prospective Area Representatives Debate Issues
The Sunbreeze Conference Room was the perfect venue for the first debate among four prospective Area Representatives who battled it out on issues affecting the lives of all residents of San Pedro Ambergris Caye, on Wednesday, February 15, 2012. The ten questions presented were well worded and set three of the candidates pointing fingers at […]
Video Pick: Ellen Parodies The Bachelor in Belize
Ellen Degeneres’ You Tube Channel has this to say about The Bachelor in Belize: “They’ve been ignoring her storyline all season, so today Ellen decided to show a scene of her on this season of “The Bachelor.” It looks like she had a great time with the ladies in Belize!” We have to LOL at […]
Overnight and Cruise Arrival Figures Make History in Belize!
The Belize Tourism Board made its official announcement of 2011 Tourism Arrivals at The Phoenix Resort in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye on Wednesday, February 15, 2012. Opening remarks was delivered by Interim Director of The Belize Tourism Board, Mr. Javier Paredez after which Minister of Tourism, Culture and Civil Aviation, Hon. Manuel Heredia Jr., delivered […]
SP Town Council Nominations 2012 Held Today
The People’s United Party was the first political party to hit the streets of San Pedro Town at 10a.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, Nomination Day. At the end of the day all three political parties and their supporters will have headed to the Town Council to officially nominate their candidates who will be running […]
SAGA Valentine's Fundraiser at Captain's Casino
Captain’s Casino at Captain Morgan’s Retreat was the venue of Saga Humane Society’s Valentine’s Day Fundraiser that was held on Tuesday, February, 14, 2012. It was surely a successful event as a large crowd flooded the casino for some fun gambling, food and drinks, all in support of Saga’s worthy cause. Half of the entrance […]
Election Day a Public and Bank Holiday
Belmopan, 14 February 2012 – Cabinet at its regular meeting on Tuesday, 14 February, 2012, agreed that the Election Day, Wednesday, 7 March 2012, be designated as a public and bank holiday. Click Here for more Ambergris Today News Online
Placencia Sidewalk Arts Festival
The Placencia Belize Tourism Industry Association held it’s 9th Annual Placencia Sidewalk Arts Festival this past weekend, Saturday, February 11 to Sunday, February 12, 2012. It was a resounding success for the PBTIA as hundreds of tourist both local and international enjoyed all the arts on display. The Placencia Sidewalk Arts Festival highlights all or […]
Love Is in the Air!
It’s Valentine’s Day and Love is in the air. Everywhere in the streets you see people dressed in red, people buying gifts for that special someone, beautiful roses and flower arrangements being delivered to a loved one. With all this love in the air, schools in San Pedro also celebrated this special day with different […]
“The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” Part 2
By Gustavo Ramirez, Guidance Counselor / Education Consultant Who are good educators/teachers? They do exist and always “stand out” from others. They can take over any classroom, no matter how out-of-control, disrespectful, or otherwise the students may be. These educators/teachers get students under control, quiet, and working within minutes. How do they do it? First […]
My Special Valentine
Saint Valentine’s Day, or just plain Valentine’s Day for most of us. It is a holiday observed on February 14 honoring one or more early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine. It is traditionally a day in which lovers express their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards. Valentine’s Day […]
SP Cancer Society Holds Third Annual Blood Drive
The San Pedro Cancer Society, its membership and its volunteers would like to inform the general public and especially its benefactors (who helped us with this year’s blood drive and food sale) of our successes and profits made out our event on Saturday, February 11, 2012. In regards to the Blood Drive, we attained 12 […]
New Ownership for Five Sisters Lodge & Tours, Belize
Ambergris Caye, Belize, February 1st – Daniel Lighter, owner of Matachica Resort and Spa on Ambergris Caye, Belize is delighted to announce the acquisition of Five Sisters Lodge & Tours located in the stunning Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in the Cayo District of southern central Belize. Set on the banks of the white-water Privassion […]
Belize joins the Salud Mesoamérica 2015 Initiative
Acting Prime Minister of Belize and IDB President sign an agreement for a $1.25 million operation, the SM2015 Initiative’s first project in Belize – SAN PEDRO, Belize – Thursday, February 9, 2012, Belize joined the Salud Mesoamérica 2015 Initiative (SM2015) for a project that aims to reduce maternal and infant mortality among the poor, benefiting […]
History of Immigration to Ambergris Caye (Part Five)
By Angel Nuñez A review of the history of immigration to San Pedro shows the Mayas setting foot here around 1000 to 1200 followed by the small immigration of the Mestizos in 1848 when the village was first founded. San Pedro remained predominantly a Mestizo community for just over 100 years until late 1970 when […]
Brighter Smiles for SP Children
One thing is for sure San Pedro has beautiful and friendly children, and they always greet you with a smile. The children have beautiful and bright smiles thanks to all the dental volunteers who come to the island and work on brightening the smiles of these children. The Standard IV students of San Pedro R.C. […]
ABC’s The Bachelor "Belize Episode" Airs Tonight!
The Belize Tourism Board will be supporting the cast and crew on the 7th episode of The Bachelor. The episode will feature a special group and intimate one-on-one dates with the newest Bachelor, Ben Flajnik. Ben goes on fantastic single and group dates at various of Belize’s spectacular natural wonders, including the Great Blue Hole, […]
Seagulls Flock to the Sunrise
A flock of Seagulls flying into the Sun! This photograph taken by Jose Luis Zapata at early morning sunrise Monday, February 13, 2012, during one of his photo assignments. What a great way to start the day/week. Good Morning San Pedro! (Click Here for more Pictures of the Week on Ambergris Today Online) © Jose […]
Letters to the Editor: Police Neglect
On Monday, February 6, 2012, and about 12:30 pm I just returned from town and heard our neighbor known only to me as Carl yelling profanities and and as soon as he caught my eye he proceeded to climb over the two fences separating our yards. My husband told me to get into the house, and we locked […]
Carnaval Back In The 1970's
There is so much history and colorful memories in this flashback pic. The carnival dance is one organized by Jose Pacifico better known today as Spanish, and is wife Maggie behind the guitar. They were mostly gringo dancers who enjoyed Carnival. Why not? But look at San Pedro High School right in the center of […]
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye Still Retains Its Island Charm
A few months back I posted an article disclaiming a line that a lot of people like to use: “San Pedro is too Expensive”. Compared to my travels in other areas, vacationing in San Pedro/Belize is not very expensive but rather quite affordable for that matter. You can read more on that HERE. Another expression […]
BTL to Bring 4G Services to Belize 2012
Telemedia Signs Contract with Ericsson for DigiCell Network Upgrade On January 20th 2012, Executive Chairman of Belize Telemedia Limited, Mr. Nestor Vasquez and Chief Operations Officer, Mrs. Karen Bevans took evolutionary steps towards bringing the fastest mobile network to Belize, when they signed a contract with world renowned telecommunications giant Ericsson, for the provision of […]
Passport Services Temporarily Interrupted
Belmopan 8th February 2012. The Ministry of Defense and Immigration wishes to inform the General Public that the Passport System is down and therefore passport services will be temporarily interrupted until further notice. Please note that all passports due with effect from 7 February, 2012 will not be ready for pick up. Those persons are […]
San Pedro Asked to Conserve Water – Alerted on Possible Shortage!
Water is vital for all known forms of life. We use water for drinking, bathing, washing, cooking and the list goes on. It is a necessity for everyday living. As a popular tourist destination maintaining a steady water supply is also a must. Two years ago during Easter Break the island was faced with an […]