Intolerable Things 25 Years Ago
By Angel Nuñez There are many things children get away with-today that we didn’t twenty five years ago. No, I’m not talking about the popular whippings, which were dispersed very freely by parents, relatives and teachers. Well, yes, that too, but there are so many other things. One was expected to carry out certain responsibilities […]
Atlantic Bank Parking Lot??
The big and exciting rumor around San Pedro Town is that the former Nancy’s Store on Black Coral Street is being demolished for a spanking and much needed parking lot for Atlantic Bank Customers. But here is where the euphoria ends because we are still not sure. Ambergris Today contacted high ranking officials of Atlantic […]
Blind 12-year-old Boy To Climb Victoria Peak
It’s a daring adventure for anyone, especially a 12-year-old boy, and even more so, for one who is blind. But, climbing the highest point in the country of Belize, Victoria Peak, is a challenge that Rowan Garel and his father Joe are more than willing to take on for the blind and visually impaired children […]
Corey's 2nd Birthday!
Corey Allan Henkis turned two on February 3, 2011. Corey celebrated with his family and friends on his horse and pony party. Happy Birthday Cowboy!
BTB Board of Directors Shake up!
It has come to our attention that there has been a shakeup in the Tourism Industry as two board of directors have been fired by the Minister of Tourism, Hon. Manuel Heredia Jr. Several Belize City media have reported that the two members fired were Santino Castillo and Stanley Longsworth Jr. Both Castillo and Longsworth […]
Belizean Bliss Lights Up Bright Sailing Future
Sandwiched in between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, with a constant breeze and sheltered waters conditions are ideal for sailing in Belize. And with a history that goes back over 100 years the conditions have always been perfect for the commercial use of sail for heavy cargo, from the port of Belize City […]
Toucans in the City
Toucan Sightings on the Rise in the CityThe Belize Audubon Society has a year round calendar filled with educational activities about the flora and fauna of the country. The folks at the Audubon, however, have noted a change in the bird population in Belize City. They have noted that our national bird, the toucan, is […]
San Pedro Cancer Society Extends Thanks
San Pedro, As Member of the San Pedro Cancer Society and Elected Treasurer I wish to thank the general public, business community and San Pedro’s various organizations for being with us all along the way in helping put forth the many goals of San Pedro’s Cancer Society. It is through the help of the aforementioned […]
Over 20 Scholarships Awarded
Mayor Elsa Paz, along with Hon. Manuel Heredia Jr., presented a check to Vice Principal of San Pedro High School, Mrs. Conchita Flota to cover for 24 scholarships that will be awarded to students at the school. The total amount given to the San Pedro High School was $30,690.00 and the sponsors that covered the […]
My Traveling Feet!
What Super Bowl? – My Super Bowl weekend activity was cancelled as WORK suddenly came up and Ambergris Today had to scramble and make some last minute changes to our schedules. Boy was I glad that I took work for the weekend. I had an amazing experience with two reviews, Room Service and Restaurant Review, […]
History Of Musical Groups -Banda de San Pedro
One of the island’s great artistic institutions was La Banda de San Pedro. Created in the 1920’s, La Banda was the result of a long-standing musical tradition in San Pedro. Two Mexicans, Amaton and Toledo, were instrumental in the development of La Banda. Serving as musical directors, they were paid a stipend of about $2 […]
Happy Birthday Mrs. Elvia Staines
Ambergris Today sends the warmest birthday wishes to Mrs. Elvia Staines who turned 79 on Monday, January 31, 2011. A pioneer in the tourism industry of Ambergris Caye, she is an amazing lady who deserves all our accolades for her warmth, kindness and lovely personality. Happy Birthday Mrs. Elvia!
Teachers Graduate from UB
Eighteen Teachers from various primary schools in San Pedro graduated this past weekend, January 29 from the University of Belize. These are teachers in Primary schools with Associate Degrees but without teaching pedagogy. The University of Belize facilitated this program by offering courses in San Pedro during the summer vacations. To complete the program successfully […]
A Walk for Cancer Awareness
It was a great turn out for the San Pedro Cancer Society’s first Candle Lit Cancer Walk on World Cancer Awareness Day February 4, 2011. Island residents took to the streets for a walk around the main streets of San Pedro to create awareness about the disease. The show of support is an indication of […]
Good to Go; Good to Come Back
“In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.”– Deepak Chopra We all need to get off sometimes; I mean off the island. If you live in San Pedro you will know what I mean. It’s time to take a break because you’re tired of the same old, faces, food, talk, etc. […]
The Sexy Chicken!
Who’s that sexy chicken? Well if you are in the neighboring island of Caye Caulker you can find the sailing boat named the ‘Sexy Chicken”. Delsie could not resist taking a picture alongside the boat during her recent visit to the island. Another great view from “Go Slow” Caye Caulker.
Sol Spa – Spirit. Mind. Body Retreat
-by Sofia MuñozDorian’s Angels are hard working girls and even though most people say “I want your job, because all you do is have fun”, it’s not always so! Yes, we do go out and have fun and enjoy every single outing we have, but after that we head back to the office to work. […]
Drilling For Oil On Ambergris Caye
By Angel Nuñez Sixty years ago there were rumors going around San Pedro that there was oil on the island. As children I remember playing in the lagoon and suddenly a bubble of air would appear from the bottom of the lagoon and rise to the surface. When this bubble got to the surface of […]
Ambergris Today at San Pedro High Career Day
San Pedro High School gathered its student body at the Rafael Angel Nuñez Auditorium for Career Day. The annual all morning assembly has always been an excellent eye-opening and inspirational day for San Pedro High School students to learn more about the careers available in San Pedro. On Friday, February 04, 2011, the event committee […]
Belize Bank has New General Manager of Retail Banking Services
There’s a new appointment in the management of the Belize Bank. Michael Castillo, who has been with the bank since 1987, has served as Manager of the San Pedro and San Ignacio Branches, now holds the newly introduced position of General Manager of Retail Banking Services. His responsibilities will include the strategic direction of retail […]
Marco Gonzalez receives Award from Upton Foundation
PRESS RELEASE –31 January 2011 – The Marco Gonzalez Board of Directors is proud to announce its’ first grant for the archaeology project on the southern tip of Ambergris Caye. Matt Fowler, owner of Mr. Joe’s Grocery, is a family member of the Frederick S. Upton Foundation in the United Stated. Mr. Fowler has developed […]
Elvi’s Fried Chicken Just Got Better!
Have you tried Elvi’s Kitchen new ‘Whole Chicken Fried Chicken’? Their famous friend chicken just got better! If you haven’t tried it yet you are definitely missing out on something good. Chef Jenny gave Ambergris Today a treat with one of the very first whole fried chickens that she had prepared. It’s a giant meal […]
Another Amazing SAGA Rescue!
Nety Wasn’t Just Hanging Around – Kitten Saved from Death by SAGA Press Release – 31 January 2011 – SAGA just doesn’t help the San Pedro Community to deal with stray dogs, they also do cat ‘round ups’ too. Volunteers and staff will travel around San Pedro and trap or capture stray, sick, abandoned and […]
Oceana Applauds Cabinet Decision Not To Re-Issue OPIC Concession!
– Press Release, Oceana, Wednesday, February 2, 2011 – Oceana Belize wishes to heartily congratulate Cabinet on their decision today not to re-issue the concession for over 1.14 million acres, formerly held by OPIC under its Oil Exploration and Production Contract. We believe that this is one of the first steps in demonstrating that we […]
Shawn Brady Hears the Belikin Whisper
The moment I heard a preview of the song “Belikin Whisper”, I had to download a copy of it from iTunes. Canadian singer/songwriter Shawn Brady pays tribute to Belize’s famous Belikin Beer and captures his best memories of Belize in this great song. Shawn wrote the song “Belikin Whisper” in December of 2010 during one […]