BTB Launches Hotel Registration Campaign

BTB Launches Hotel Registration Campaign 1

The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) launched a public awareness campaign to remind owners and operators of guest accommodation services of their obligations and requirements under the Hotel and Tourist Accommodation Act. Under the law, any owner or operator providing accommodation for remuneration purposes to any guest (local or foreign) regardless of its location in the […]

San Pablo Property Identified with Maya Mound Leveled by Developers

San Pablo Property Identified with Maya Mound Leveled by Developers 2

A “Maya Mound” in a parcel of land located in the residential area of San Pablo, south of San Pedro Town, as been partially leveled and disrupted as it seems that owners of the property are ready to develop on the property. What has raised concerns of the neighborhood of San Pablo is that, to […]

Belize Excels in Pilot Training in Jamaica

Belize Excels in Pilot Training in Jamaica 3

The Ministry of Defence wishes to inform the public that one of its Belize Defence Force Officers has excelled in a Pilot Training – code name Wings Course 1601- in Jamaica. Captain Francis Usher placed first in the course which lasted just over fourteen months. Officers from Belize and Jamaica participated in the course which […]

San Pedro Reef Week in Review In Case You Missed It

San Pedro Reef Week in Review In Case You Missed It 4

San Pedro’s Reef Week, organized by the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, took place last week from May 8 to May 14 under the theme ‘Let’s Protect our Greatest Treasure; So it’s Enjoyed with Pleasure.’ It is a week in which the Hol Chan Marine Reserve organizes various activities and events that involve the community to […]

Maryurit Triminio Crowned Miss San Pedro High 2017

Maryurit Triminio Crowned Miss San Pedro High 2017 5

Ms. Maryurit Triminio was crowned Miss San Pedro High School 2017 over the weekend at the high school pageant that went under the team “Central America” at the R. Angel Nuñez Auditorium on Friday, May 12.  Maryurit also won the title of Miss Congeniality, Eloquence and Elegance. First Runner-Up was Ms. Nia Figueroa who also […]

Celebrity Spotting: Kendis Gibson in San Pedro During Visit to Belize

Celebrity Spotting: Kendis Gibson in San Pedro During Visit to Belize 6

He may not be a Hollywood celebrity but he is a celebrity in the eyes of Belizeans as Kendis Gibson, a Belizean native residing in the United States of America has made name for himself as a successful journalist. He just recently was named co-anchor of ABC’s ‘America This Morning’ & ‘World News.” This past […]

Celebrating Nurses Week in Belize

Celebrating Nurses Week in Belize 7

Nurses in Belize join the world in celebrating Nurses’ Week from May 6th to 12th under the International Council of Nurses theme, Nurses: A Voice to Lead – Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Nurses are the cornerstone of healthcare and function in the prevention of illness, promotion of health and the alleviation of suffering throughout […]

Belize’s Hook Line and Sinker Places Third at Mahahual Fishing Tournament

Belize’s Hook Line and Sinker Places Third at Mahahual Fishing Tournament 8

This past weekend many Belizeans traveled to the neighboring town of Mahahual, Mexico to compete in the annual “Copa Gobernador Mahahual Fishing Tournament.” Five boats from San Pedro and one from Caye Caulker proudly represented Belize from May 5 to May 7, 2017. Copa Gobernador is a deep sea fishing tournament in which the boat […]

There’s a New Yoga Studio and Spa in Town and It Looks Cool

There’s a New Yoga Studio and Spa in Town and It Looks Cool 9

San Pedro’s newest yoga studio and spa, Science and Soul Wellness, just opened it’s doors to the public this past weekend with celebrations and a fundraiser held at its home location in Mahogany Bay Village. Owner, Paulette Hardwood, organized an enjoyable afternoon social that included health snacks, sangria and festivities that included complimentary massages, aerial […]

Happy Mother's Day From Little Angels Pre School

Happy Mother's Day From Little Angels Pre School 10

 Most Central American and Latin countries celebrate mothers day on May 10th. In San Pedro its celebrated on the second sunday of the month, however some still celebrate it Today, May 10th.  Little Angels Pre School took the time to dedicate this day to their mothers. They celebrated with dances, singing, playing games and giving […]

Everything You Need to know About San Pedro Polyclinic’s new ID Card

Everything You Need to know About San Pedro Polyclinic’s new ID Card 11

A flyer recently posted at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic waiting area has raised questions among residents seeking medical care. So, I visited the clinic this morning to see how difficult it would be to get my own ID card.  With a waiting area full of people, I decided to head to the […]

Why Did the Sheep Cross the Road on Ambergris Caye?

Why Did the Sheep Cross the Road on Ambergris Caye? 13

This is not a familiar sight in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize; maybe for the countryside, but definitely not in our ‘metropolitan’ island. That is why when Jessica Flores noticed this sheep casually walking down Sea Grape Drive south of downtown San Pedro. She had to take a picture and share it with us. It’s […]

Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye Belize Celebrates 1st Year Charter Anniversary

Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye Belize Celebrates 1st Year Charter Anniversary 14

Officially Charted by Rotary International on the 25th of May, 2016, Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye Belize (RCACB) prepares to celebrate its 1st anniversary and the group would like to share a little about Rotary in general, the local Club and what the members have been up to over the past year. About Rotary Founded […]

Early Morning Reef Swim Kicks off Reef Week on Ambergris Caye

Early Morning Reef Swim Kicks off Reef Week on Ambergris Caye 15

Ambergris Caye’s Reef Week organized by the Hol Chan Marine Reserve kicked off today, Monday, May 8, 2017, with the Swim to the Reef Awareness, which had participants swimming to the reef from Amigos del Mar Dive Shop. It was a very early swim, 5:30a.m. sunrise saw the participation of a handful of island residents […]

Maria Elena Alamilla Named Mother of the Year During Entertaining Evening

Maria Elena Alamilla Named Mother of the Year During Entertaining Evening 16

Over 100 mothers gathered at the Hon. Louis Sylvester Sports Complex on Saturday, May 6, 2017, as the San Pedro Town Council organized a special celebration in commemoration of Mother’s Day.  While being entertained by the San Pedro Dance Academy, Yaka’s Elite Dancers and Comedians: Local internet/social media sensation Jennifer Burrows from Belize City and […]

Belize Hosts 12th Tourism Expo BETEX 2017

Belize Hosts 12th Tourism Expo BETEX 2017 17

The Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA) in partnership with the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) and other key Belize Tourism stakeholders are hosting the most anticipated international trade exhibition, the Belize Tourism Expo (BETEX) 2017. Activities started on Wednesday, May 3 and run until today May 5 at the SCA Multipurpose Center in Belize City. BETEX […]

Police Booth Now Operational in North Ambergris Caye

Police Booth Now Operational in North Ambergris Caye 18

On Tuesday, May 2, 2017, The San Pedro Police Department along with the North Ambergris Caye Neighborhood Watch and the San Pedro Town Council came together to inaugurate the North Side Police Booth. The booth is located in the Tres Cocos area 1 1/2 miles north of the Boca del Rio Bridge and will give […]

San Pedro House of Culture Celebrates "Dia De La Cruz"

San Pedro House of Culture Celebrates "Dia De La Cruz" 19

The San Pedro House of Culture hosted “Dia de la Cruz” on Wednesday, May 3, 2017.  After a special novena, the exhibition that included more examples of adorned crosses was open for everyone to enjoy. A small party with beautiful music, some snacks and drinks were available to those present. “ Dia de La Cruz” […]

Canadian Man Detained for Questioning in Corozal Homicide Case

Canadian Man Detained for Questioning in Corozal Homicide Case 20

Corozal homicide case just got a little weird as early reports yesterday indicated that two people had been taken into custody he grisly killing of an American former Marine Drew Thomas De Voursey and his Canadian girlfriend Francesca Matus. Channel 7 News in Belize City reports late in the evening that one Canadian national male […]

Belize Mourns Death of American and Canadian Couple

Belize Mourns Death of American and Canadian Couple 21

The country is in shock this week at the announcement of the disappearance and death of Canadian Francesca Matus, 52, and American Drew Thomas De Voursey, 36, who had made Corozal their home. According to a post-mortem conducted on the bodies they were strangled to death. Their deaths are now being investigated as homicides. And […]

Ambergris Caye Masonic Lodge Celebrates 2nd Anniversary

Ambergris Caye Masonic Lodge Celebrates 2nd Anniversary 22

The Ambergris Caye Masonic Lodge celebrated its second anniversary on Saturday, April 29, 2017, with a social gathering held at The Great House, Mahogany Bay Village. The Ambergris Caye Masonic Lodge was founded on May 6, 2015. Members and invited guests enjoyed a fantastic evening of dining and dancing. Lucy Munoz was the lucky winner […]

El Pescador Wins Lodge of the Year for Excellence in Fly Fishing Industry

El Pescador Wins Lodge of the Year for Excellence in Fly Fishing Industry 23

Congratulations are on hand for El Pescador in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize that was recently awarded with the Orvis Endorsed Lodge of the Year for excellence in the Fly Fishing Industry. Nominated for 2017 Saltwater Fly-Fishing Guide of the Year was local guide Carlos ‘Kechu’ Marin. The winners of this year’s coveted awards were […]

Grace Brown to Represent San Pedro at Miss Teen Belize Pageant

Grace Brown to Represent San Pedro at Miss Teen Belize Pageant 24

Fifteen year old Grace Brown is set to represent La Isla Bonita, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, at the Miss Teen Belize pageant. She along with three other contestants from around the country were officially presented with there sash this past weekend, April 29, 2017, at Finn and Martini. “I am looking forward to enjoy myself […]

Missing Canadian Woman's Vehicle Found in Belize

Missing Canadian Woman's Vehicle Found in Belize 25

Belize Police have confirmed that the vehicle of the Canadian woman missing in Corozal Town, Belize has been found. Francesca Matus’ white Isuzu Rodeo SUV was discovered in a cane field near the village of Paraiso, located in the northern part of Corozal, Belize on Sunday afternoon. Matus, 52, and her American companion, Drew De […]

Belize Chamber of Commerce Holds Educational Fair

Belize Chamber of Commerce Holds Educational Fair 26

Today, April 28, 2017, with the goals to build networks with educational institutions and to develop a strong culture of private sector advocacy by interacting frequently with the future business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators, the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) hosted a Chamber Day at the San Pedro High School Auditorium. The Chamber […]