Hon. Manuel Heredia Pro-Tempore President of Central American Council of Tourism Ministers
Belize Conferred The Pro-Tempore Presidency Of The Central American Council Of Tourism Ministers (Cct) At Its CVIII Ordinary Meeting BELIZE CITY, June 28th, 2018 – Hon. Jose Manuel Heredia, Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, led an official delegation on June 27th and June 28th, 2018 to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic to participate in the […]
Voters Re-registration Has Begun
The public is hereby notified that the list of Registration Centers below will be opened to facilitate the registration of electors from Monday 2nd July to 31st August 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays. In San Pedro the venue for re-registration is […]
Comedian Macta Entertains at Dia De San Pedro Festivities
This past weekend La Isla Bonita was in the festive mood as the entire community celebrated Patron Saint’s Day, St. Peter, (Dia de San Pedro) with religious celebrations as well as fun entertainment at the Hon. Louis Sylvestre Sports Field. The celebration commenced on Thursday, June 28, with La Alborada taking place at the San […]
Belize Assumes the Presidency Pro Tempore of the Central American Integration System (SICA)
Belmopan. July 2nd, 2018. On Saturday, June 30th, 2018 the Hon. Wilfred Elrington, Minister of Foreign Affairs, received, on behalf of Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Dean Barrow, the Presidency Pro Tempore (PPT) of the Central American Integrated System (SICA) for the next six months. Belize assumed the presidency from the outgoing PPT, the President of […]
Ramon's Village Mourns the Death of Ramon Nunez
The Ramon’s Village Family Celebrates the Homegoing of Belize’s Greatest Legend Ramon Núñez For 40 years, Ramon was the vibrant host of our resort, the highlight for visitors and celebrities from around the world, and the trademark of Belize. He won the hearts of everyone he met with his radiant smile, genuine hugs and contagious […]
Belize to Promote National Campaign for Renewable Energy in Tourism Sector
On June 20, 2018, The Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (MTCA) and the Development Finance Corporation (DFC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote the uptake of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RE/EE) technologies in the Tourism Sector. The Government of Belize has identified Renewable Energy/ Energy Efficiency (RE/EE) as a priority area […]
Closure of Conch Season 2018
The Fisheries Department hereby reminds fishermen and the public that the Conch Season will be closed from July 01, 2018 to September 30, 2018. This is in accordance with Regulation 6 of the Subsidiary Regulations (Chapter 210’s of the Laws of Belize – Revised Edition 2003). The public is reminded that no person or establishment […]
Tropic Air Adds Flight Between Belize City International and Placencia
Tropic Air announced on Thursday, June 28, 2018, a substantial increase in flights for visitors to, and residents of, Placencia. The increase is effective November 15th, 2018 and represents the company’s confidence in the growth of tourism to Placencia, Maya Beach, Seine Bight and the surrounding communities. “Our commitment to the residents and tourism community […]
Ashley Furniture Store Coming to Belize
Belize City, June 28, 2018: Mirab and Co. a family owned business, is taking the consumer market to a whole new level, with its soon to be launched mega department store. The new store is located 1.5 miles on the Phillip Goldson Highway, Belize City, covering a square footage of approximately 100,000 square feet. This […]
Flood Prevention Seminar Hosted by Governments of Taiwan and Belize
The Governments of Taiwan and Belize hosted a Belize Flood Prevention Seminar on Wednesday, June 27, 2018, in Belize City. The seminar had distinguished experts from Taiwan and Belize who shared their experiences and technologies in the following topics (1) Disaster Research and Prevention Strategy, (2) Flooding disaster simulation and early warning technology in urban […]
12-Year-Old Madison Edwards Impresses at World Heritage Committee Meeting in Bahrain
She was the only 12-year-old at the 42nd Session of the World Heritage Committee meeting in Manama, Bahrain. She was there to represent Belize and her generation and was given the opportunity to open the day’s session on Wednesday, June 27, 2018, where she delivered a strong and positive message to the UNESCO panel and […]
Assad Shoman’s Book Launch in San Pedro
Belizean writer, historian and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Assad Shoman, was in San Pedro on Monday, June 25, 2017 for his book launch of “Guatemala’s Claim to Belize: The Definitive History”, at the Angel Nunez Auditorium. Mistress of Ceremony, Ms. Nathalie Arceo, enthusiastically introduced Mr. Shoman to those present after which Mr. Andre Perez, […]
Belize Celebrates Unesco's Removal from List of World Heritage Sites in Danger
The World Heritage Committee, meeting in Manama since 24 June, decided Tuesday to remove the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System from the List of World Heritage in Danger. The Belize Ministry of Fisheries, Forestry, the Environment and Sustainable Development announced that is its pleased with the decision as the Committee considered that safeguarding measures taken […]
Secret Beach Road Enhancement Project
BTB Joins San Pedro Town Council and Ministry of Works to enhance Secret Beach Access Road In an effort to further develop and promote the sun and beach tourism product and increasing visitors’ experience, the Belize Tourism Board in collaboration with San Pedro Town Council and Ministry of Works, has implemented a project resulting in […]
Chukka Belize Delivers Backpacks to Schools in Rural Belize
On June 19 & 21, 2018, Chukka Belize delivered 75 backpacks with basic school supplies to three primary schools in rural Belize and the Belize City are a through its CHUKKA CARES initiative. The initiative is now in its 5th year and is supported by tour guides, management and staff of Chukka Belize. This year, […]
Ministry of Health Issues Advisory on Consumption of Kellogg’s Cereal
Belmopan. June 22nd, 2018. The Ministry of Health advises the public to not consume any Kellogg’s Honey Smacks Cereal Products as it has been linked to a salmonella outbreak in the United States of America. On Friday, 15th June 2018, the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Public Health, US Food and Drug Administration […]
New Mangroves Regulations Emphasizes More on Conservation and Management
Belmopan. June 21, 2018. The public is advised that on June 15th, 2018, the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry, the Environment, Sustainable Development, and Immigration Senator Hon. Godwin Hulse signed the Forests (Protection of Mangroves) Regulations 2018, which replaces the regulations in force at the time of signing. The new Mangroves Regulations, which went through […]
Hon. Manuel Heredia Awards Top PSE Scorers of San Pedro and Caye Caulker
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Manuel Heredia Jr. presented checks to the Top PSE scorers of San Pedro and Caye Caulker as recognition for their excellent results on the examination. In a short, yet meaningful, ceremony Minister Heredia congratulated the students for their hard work and dedication. He stated that the money given to them was […]
Belizean Delegation Attends The Region’s Premier Culinary Competition In Miami
A Belizean delegation, comprised of senior members of the Belize Tourism Board (BTB), five professional chefs and a bartender, will depart the country on Thursday, June 21 to participate in the Taste of the Caribbean, to be held from June 22nd to 26th, 2018 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Miami. The team will include […]
Step Father Detained in Connection With Death of 6-Year-Old After Shooting Incident
San Pedro Police are investigating the death of 6-year-old, Daisy Emily Acevedo, who died from a gunshot to the neck, in an incident that took place today, Monday, June 18, 2018 in the DFC area of Ambergris Caye, Belize. Police responded to a call at the San Pedro Poly Clinic at about 7:45 a.m. where […]
Belize Civic Center To be Used for Emergency Operations Center
Minister Of National Emergency Management And NEMO/CEMO Officials Agree On Use Of Belize Civic Center For Emergency Operations Center Following a tour of the Belize Civic Center and other facilities in Belize City on Wednesday, June 13, 2018, Minister of National Emergency Management Hon Edmond Castro and officials from the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) […]
What a Catch! – Lobster Season 2018 Officially Open
Lobster Season is Officially Open! Lobster Dip, Lobster Kebabs, Lobster Salad, Grilled Lobster, Lobster soup, Lobster, Lobster, Lobster!! The wait is finally over you can now endulge in all the delicous plates you can possibly dream of. Be sure to be a part of all the festivities taking place today starting at El Divino. Click […]
Tropic Air and Copa Airlines Partner to Make Flying Easier
Tropic Air and Copa today, June 15, 2018, announced the commencement of an interline agreement that allows customers to purchase connecting flights on one ticket and receive boarding passes for all segments at their first check-in. Tropic serves 15 destinations from Belize’s Goldson International Airport which Copa serves nonstop from its home at Panama’s Hub […]
Belize Opens Border To Residents of Chetumal Passport-Free
Chetumal, Q.R. — The Government of Belize says they have opened the border for residents of the state of Quintana Roo, allowing Mexicans to enter the country without passports. Through its consulate office in Chetumal, the Government of Belize says the Belize Hotel Association began a campaign to promote its tourist attractions to increase the […]
BTB Delegates Attend Experience Latin America 2018
Belize is receiving tremendous attention and representation at Experience Latin America (ela), Europe’s only travel show dedicated to Latin America. This exclusive event connects key European buyers with exclusive exhibitors from Latin America. The three day event is taking place in London, UK from the 11 to 13 June 2018 and is being attended by […]