Hollywood A-List Actor Michael Douglas to Film In Belize and Mexico City
After filming in Massachusetts last month, the second unit production of the movie Blood Knot, starring Michael Douglas, is set to start in Belize and Mexico City this summer. Douglas (Wall St, Fatal Attraction) and his oldest son Cameron will star opposite each other in the upcoming film, as a father and son trying to […]
UK Marine Litter Scientists Work With Belize on Tackling Plastic Pollution
Scientists and leaders from across Belize met at the Water Quality and Marine Pollution Workshop on June 27, 2023, at Radisson Fort George Hotel in Belize City, to share their ideas and develop next steps to tackle ocean pollution and support a healthy marine environment. At the event, hosted by the Department of the Environment […]
Government Increases List of Price Regulated Goods from Nine to Forty Three
To alleviate the impact of the rising cost of goods on citizens, Cabinet of Belize has announced the expansion of the basic food basket of regulated goods from nine to 43 items. The list includes both food and non-food items. 30 Foods that will be regulated with a maximum retail mark-up of 15% include: […]
Mariel Calderon Overcomes Mental Health Issues and Crowned Miss San Pedro
Culminating the celebrations of the Dia de San Pedro festivities, the San Pedro Town Council hosted the highly anticipated Miss San Pedro Pageant. The event, held on Friday, June 30, 2023, showcased the talents, beauty, and inner strength of five extraordinary contestants. Among them, Mariel Calderon emerged victorious, overcoming her personal battle with mental health […]
Oceana Delivers Your Petitions to Initiate Referendum
Belizeans Should Decide If Offshore Oil Moratorium Should Ever Be Lifted – On Thursday, June 22, 2030, in accordance with Section 2(2) of the Referendum Act Oceana delivered to the office of the Governor General, signed petitions from registered Belizean voters to trigger a referendum on the right to be consulted before the moratorium on […]
Belize Residents Advised on Counterfeit Sudagrip
Belize’s Ministry of Health & Wellness (MOHW) is aadvising the public that during routine surveillance activities, counterfeit Sudagrip was encountered at a retail outlet in the Stann Creek District. The medicine was immediately seized and the ministry started an investigation and removal of all products found countrywide. The public is advised to become familiar with […]
Miss San Pedro Sashing Ceremony Introduces Five Contestants for 2023
The Miss San Pedro Pageant held its official sashing ceremony to introduce this year’s five delegates vying for the Miss San Pedro Crown. Vivian Noralez, Ileny Aguilar, Herla Ortiz, Gabby Lopez and Mariel Calderon were officially presented with their sponsor sash after a small fashion show that showcased their beauty and elegance for the first […]
Triple R Boosts Emergency Services with New Ambulance for Island Community
San Pedro, Belize – Triple R, the renowned emergency response organization, is thrilled to announce the addition of a brand new ambulance to their fleet, further strengthening their commitment to providing exceptional emergency services to the island community. This year alone, Triple R has delivered a total of three emergency vehicles to Belize, serving both […]
JetBlue To Start New Nonstop Flights to Belize from New York’s JFK Airport
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) has announced a new partnership with JetBlue Airlines, New York’s Hometown Airline®, which today, June 6, 2023, revealed the first-ever nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Belize’s Phillip S.W. Goldson. Marking New York as the 11th U.S. city to offer nonstop service to the […]
It’s Hot, Belize Surpassing Projected Peak Demands of Electricity
BEL Manages Impacts of Unusually Hot and Humid Weather and Generation Supply Constraints – Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) says it is putting in place contingency measures to mitigate possible disruptions in the supply of electricity to our customers that could occur during the remainder of this week through to next weekend. Unusually hot and humid […]
Parts of Saca Chispas Field To Be Used for Public Parking
While still not having putting the parking meters to use in Barrier Reef Drive (Front Street), the San Pedro Town Council today informed residents plans to use portions of the Saca Chispas field as a parking area, expanding the much-needed parking availability in town. Acknowledging the significance of the multi-use Saca Chispas field for community […]
Get Ready for the Extravaganza: 2023 San Pedro Lobster Fest Unveils Calendar of Events
The San Pedro Lobster Festival committee, in partnership with the San Pedro Business Association, is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated 2023 San Pedro Lobster Fest – Calendar of Events! This year, prepare yourself for the ultimate celebration as the festival extends to an unprecedented 14 days of non-stop lobster-themed festivities. Starting from July 3rd and […]
Belize Implements Significant Increase in Airport Fee for Visitors
In a move that will have a big impact on travelers, Belize is set to implement a substantial increase in one of its airport fees for foreign visitors starting from August 1 this year. The adjustment, known as the “Belize Airports Authority Airport Development and Passenger Service Fees,” will witness a doubling of the fee […]
A Taste of Belize in the Heart of Las Vegas
In the vibrant city of Las Vegas, where culinary delights from around the world converge, one Belizean cook is working hard to make a name for himself. This weekend, Mario Graniel Jr., of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize, paid homage to his Caribbean roots with a delectable creation. Working as a line cook at the […]
Over Seven Miles of Paved Roads Coming to San Pedro
Islanders are happy to see this project take off this week. The San Pedro Town Council and Hon. Andre Perez joined in the ground-breaking of the first phase of the concrete streets renovation program on Thursday, May 11, 2023. The infrastructural project will see 7.5 miles of concrete roads by the end of the year, […]
San Pedro Lions Club Introduces New Queen
The San Pedro Lions Club held a small ceremony over the weekend to crown and introduce their newest queen representative for the year 2023-2024. Miss San Pedro, Faith Edgar Noel was present to assist in the crowning of Miss Kristal Navarrete. Click Here for More on Ambergris Today Online
Potential New Port in Corozal to Benefit San Pedro
The Minister Blue Economy and Civil Aviation, Hon. Andre Perez along with Prime Minister, Hon. John Briceño, visited the Neuland Mennonite community in Corozal where a potential new port could be built. The proposed port would provide a transportation hub for people who live on the mainland, but work in San Pedro Town, as well […]
Celebrity Conservationist Jeff Corwin To Come Celebrate Belize Zoo Anniversary
The Belize Zoo and Tropical Educational Center announced, this week, plans to celebrate its 40th anniversary and second annual Sharon Motola Day with the visit of conservation explorer and wildlife biologist Jeff Corwin. The celebration will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023. All Belizeans will be able to enter the Zoo free from 8:30am […]
Dallas Mavericks Reggie Bullock Owns Island in Belize
Dallas Mavericks guard Reggie Bullock is living the dream, not being the first NBA player to own multiple homes, but also owning his own island. He took to Instagram to unveil “Bullock Island,” an island in Belize that he purchased and plans to turn into a resort where his family and guests can vacation. Develpment […]
Vacancy Caye International Bank Administrative Assistant
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Stay Tuned for Bowen & Bowen National Spelling Bee Finals
Excitement is definitely in the air for the eighty students moving on to the Spelling Bee District Finals after advancing from zone eliminations. The District Finals are scheduled for April 18 – 28, 2023, and will determine the twelve students who will compete in the finals at Countryside Park, Spanish Lookout on June 2, 2023. […]
Champions of Change Awards To Ten Island Women
The San Pedro Town Council has partnered once again with Hope Haven to present awards of Champion of Change for the second time. In honor of International Women’s Day ten outstanding women of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye will receive the Award for having paved the way towards gender equality and gender equity. Congratulations to […]
Celebrity Spotting – Simone Biles Celebrates Bachelorette Party in Belize
Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Biles took to her social media accounts to give her followers a glimpse of her bachelorette party in, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize, that took place over the weekend. The gymnast posted a picture on Twitter last week Thursday, featuring a “Future Mrs. Owens” sash and balloons spelling out the word […]
Town Council Sets Up Sargassum Barriers for Easier Cleanup
The San Pedro Town Council is taking on the dreaded sargassum head on as the first wave of the nasty stuff has landed and all indications are that it will be a busy season. Residents are advised that the San Pedro Town Council is setting up a sargassum barrier between the Mayan Princess beach access […]
Celebrity Spotting – Harry Potter Star Alfred Enoch in San Pedro
Harry Potter fans are excited with the news that celebrity actor Alfred Lewis Enoch has been vacationing in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize for quite some time. Many had not recognized the actor as he blended with the locals and tourists, but once he was spotted by a few fans, he was caught on cameras. […]