Silhouettes at Sunrise
Lately, my wife and I have been starting our mornings a little differently, and honestly, I’m falling in love with San Pedro all over again. We have made it a habit to head out for morning walks along the beach, letting the early sun guide our steps while the island is still half asleep. There’s […]
One Million Dollar Jackpot Update: $111,111 Unclaimed Will Go to Charity
Did you know that one person out of the nine winners of the $1Mil Jackpot failed to claim his/her prize? I’m sorry for the person who may have lost his ticket or simply forgot to check if he won, but after a month of being left unclaimed, the winnings will be donated to charity. Belize […]
Flashback Friday – The Street Itself Was Part of Daily Life
It’s Flashback Friday but this photo feels like a quiet Sunday morning in old San Pedro, when the streets belonged more to people than to vehicles. No rush, no engines roaring, just bare sandy roads and neighbors walking freely right down the middle of the street, like it was the most natural thing in the […]
Government of Belize Takes Early Action Ahead of Sargassum Season
Press Release, Government of Belize Press Office – As the Caribbean continues to experience increased sargassum activity, the Government of Belize is taking early, proactive steps to prepare for the 2026 season through the National Sargassum Task Force (STF). Co-chaired by the Ministry of Tourism, Youth, Sports, and Diaspora Relations, and the Ministry of Blue […]
Marie Sharp Listed in Forbes’ 50 Over 50 Global List
Some names in Belize don’t just represent success, they represent perseverance, passion, and pure Belizean pride. And when it comes to building something from the ground up and taking it to the world, Marie Sharp stands in a league of her own. This week, Belizeans had yet another reason to celebrate our very own hot […]
Motorcyclist Fatally Injured in Late-Night Accident in DFC Area
A tragic traffic accident claimed the life of a male resident in the DFC area of San Pedro Town late last night, Monday, January 19, 2026, following a motorcycle crash involving an unmarked sand pile left on the roadway. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m., when the motorcyclist reportedly collided with […]
Crocodile Temporarily Blocks School and Resort Entrance
Early this week, on Monday, January 12, 2026, residents and employees of Mahogany Bay Village, along with students of The Island Academy and Island High School, got an unexpected delay to start their day, thanks to a large crocodile that found itself stuck along the main entrance road of the resort where the school compound […]
Flashback Friday: Sleepy Street
Who’s That Girl? This photo feels like a quiet love letter to the San Pedro many of us grew up knowing. The streets are still sandy, soft and uneven, the kind that swallowed your feet with every step and left a light dusting on your ankles by the time you reached home. Old Range Rovers […]
Three Miles at Sunrise: Falling in Love with San Pedro All Over Again
Meet Us at Sunrise: This year, I decided to do something a little different for myself. I made a simple New Year’s resolution to walk three miles every morning, stay healthier, and hopefully shed a few extra pounds along the way. Nothing fancy. Just consistency, fresh air and a commitment to show up for myself. […]
Late-Night Burglary Attempt in San Pedro Leaves Businessman Critically Injured
An apparent burglary attempt in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, turned violent late last night, December 17, 2025, leaving a well-known Chinese businessman hospitalized in critical condition. According to early unconfirmed reports, the victim was stabbed multiple times and tied during the incident. He was urgently transported off the island to Belize City for emergency medical […]
Island Supermarket Vows to Rebuild After Break-In and Fire
San Pedro woke up in disbelief on Sunday, December 14, just two days after opening its doors, Island Supermarket, the brand-new grocery store in the Tres Cocos area, was broken into, robbed, and then set on fire in the early morning hours. For a business that had only just celebrated its grand opening, complete with […]
Belize’s Krismos Bram and Sambai Earn UNESCO World Heritage Recognition
Belize has reached another historic milestone on the global cultural stage with the official inscription of the Krismos Bram and Sambai of Gales Point “Manatee” Village on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The adoption took place at the 20th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee in New Delhi, India, on December […]
From Healing to Hope: Miss San Pedro Miley Chi Launches “Rhythms of Me” Dance Program
Sometimes the most beautiful visions are born from the deepest pain, and that is exactly how “Rhythms of Me,” the new youth dance program created by Miss San Pedro 2025, Miley Chi, came to life. During her heartfelt address at the Miss San Pedro 70th Anniversary Gala, Miley Chi shared the personal journey that led […]
San Pedro’s Elito Arceo Honored as an Ocean Hero 2025
Jose “Elito” Arceo and Dennis Garbutt celebrated for advocacy and action. On December 4th, 2025, Oceana formally recognized two more Belizeans as Ocean Heroes. They are Jose “Elito” Arceo of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, and Dennis Garbutt from Punta Gorda Town. The awardees were honored during the 15th Ocean Hero Awards ceremony, broadcast on The […]
Flashback Friday – Sandy Streets of Town
I remember when some of San Pedro’s sandy streets laid so thick you could barely walk through them properly. Your feet would sink with every step, just like walking along the shoreline, and when the wind picked up you’d get pelted with fine grains of sand straight to the face. The sand would move and […]
Spirit Airlines Launches One of the Cheapest U.S. Routes to Belize
Traveling to Belize just became easier, and much more affordable! Spirit Airlines has officially launched its new nonstop service from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Belize City (BZE), beginning November 21, 2025, giving travelers a fast, budget-friendly way to reach our Jewel in under two hours. The new route operates three times a week and is […]
70 Years of Queens: Celebrating the Legacy of Miss San Pedro
Standing in that room, surrounded by decades of crowns, sashes, memories, and smiles, I felt something incredibly special, 70 years of Miss San Pedro all gathered under one roof. From 1955 to 2025, our island’s beauty ambassadors came together for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration hosted by the San Pedro Town Council and the Miss San Pedro […]
4 Artists, a Fresh Splash of Color, a Beautiful San Pedro Sign
San Pedro’s 41st Township Day celebration carried an extra spark this year as the community gathered at Central Park to unveil a beautifully repainted San Pedro Sign, now transformed into a vibrant mural that captures the heart and soul of La Isla Bonita. What was once a familiar landmark is now a vibrant canvas, painted […]
A First Look Inside Bullock Island , Reggie Bullock’s Heart-Shaped Belizean Escape
Every so often, a story comes along that reminds me just how magnetic and inspiring Belize can be, and this week, that story belongs to NBA star Reggie Bullock and his incredible new project: Bullock Island, a heart-shaped private island retreat right here in our Belizean waters. If you’ve been scrolling YouTube lately, you might […]
San Pedro Celebrates One Shining Star at the 2025 National Tourism Awards
San Pedro may have had several nominees at this year’s Belize National Tourism Awards, but only one island representative walked away with a national title, and what a well-deserved win it was. Eric Mendez of Alaia Belize proudly claimed the award for Frontline Person of the Year, making San Pedro beam with pride as he […]
Flashback Friday: Colonial Charm in Old San Pedro
Colonial charm in San Pedro – Take a look at this beautiful piece of San Pedro’s past, a colonial-style wooden building that once stood proudly in the heart of town, full of island charm and character. I still get a little sentimental knowing it’s no longer there; time has a way of claiming even the […]
Isabella Zabaneh Didn’t Place, But She Made Belize Shine Like Never Before
I know many Belizeans felt that familiar sting of disappointment when Isabella Zabaneh, Miss Universe Belize 2025, did not advance to the Top 30 at the Miss Universe pageant. We were rooting for her with everything we had. After all, how could we not? She carried herself with such grace, confidence, humility, and strength that […]
Honoring a Trailblazer: Amy Leiva Shines at Tourism Awards
This weekend, I had the pleasure of attending one of my favorite community events of the year, the San Pedro Tourism Awards, presented by the San Pedro Town Council. On Saturday, November 15th, at the beautiful La Sanpedrana Restaurant at Holiday Hotel, the island gathered to celebrate the people who shape our tourism industry… and […]
Miss Universe Belize Says She Wants to Be Belize’s Future Prime Minister
Miss Universe Belize, Isabella Zabaneh, is not just representing Belize on the global stage, she’s planning her future one, too. And yes, you read that right: she wants to become Belize’s next Prime Minister. In a candid and surprisingly down-to-earth “Get Ready With Me” video she posted on her Facebook page, Isabella casually shared that […]
Randy Orton Is Back in Belize – The Viper Loves La Isla Bonita
If you thought you spotted a familiar face on the island this week, you were right. WWE superstar Randy Orton is back in Belize, and this time it seems he decided to visit San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, where residents gave him that warm, laid-back welcome we’re known for. Randy Orton was first seen arriving through […]