San Pedro Stands Up for Entire Country of Belize, Stops Seismic Testing
The environmental community thanked the people of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize for their strong show of support and rally against seismic testing that commenced this week in the offshore waters of the country. The island stakeholder’s outcry was significant enough for the Government of Belize to call for a suspension in seismic operations on […]
Belizeans Demand Government to Stop Seismic Survey
In a press release to the Government of Belize, The Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA) has expressed its concern and disappointment at the recent announcement made by the Government of Belize approving seismic testing in Belize’s offshore areas and near our Belize Barrier Reef System. BTIA stated that its specific concern is about the lack […]
Belize Prime Minister Announces Changes in Cabinet
– Belmopan, October 19, 2016 – The Office of the Prime Minister announces the following Cabinet changes: The Sen. Hon. Godwin Hulse becomes the new Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, the Environment and Sustainable Development, while also keeping the Immigration portfolio. Minister of State Hon. Dr. Omar Figueroa remains in that Ministry to focus on […]
Wavemakers of the Year Awarded to iTravel Belize and The Phoenix Belize
On Saturday October 15, 2016, men, women, and students from across the country gathered at the George Price Center in Belmopan City to partake in the Oceana Wavemaker Annual General Meeting (AGM). At the meeting, Oceana recognized two 2016 Wavemakers of Year, both from the island of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The family of travel […]
Strike on Hold, Classes Resume Tomorrow
The Belize National Teacher Union (BNTU) wishes to inform the nation that the membership has decided to put the strike on hold and return to the classrooms on Wednesday, October 19, 2016, while keeping an eye over the execution of the agreements reached. The BNTU remains committed to our good governance and respect for the […]
The Belize Barrier Reef is Being Held at Gun Point
Airguns, that’s what they call them! Our government is putting them in our waters without asking us Belizeans if it is okay. Airguns blast shock waves through the water that are powerful enough to penetrate the seafloor. For dolphins and whales, it can cause deafness, disturbs communication, and disrupts migration patterns. The Belize Coalition to […]
Belize Teachers’ Strike Reaches 11th Day
As the Belize National Teachers Union (BNTU) moves into its 11th day of teachers strike on October 18, 2016, the National Committee for Families and Children (NCFC) has expressed in a press release that it is deeply concerned and regrets the plight that our children are currently facing as they are being deprived of one […]
Six Belizeans Detained by Guatemalan Navy
Press Release, Belmopan, Belize. October 17th, 2016 – The Government of Belize (GOB) wishes to inform the public that six Belizeans were detained earlier this afternoon by a Guatemalan coastal patrol vessel, while they were fishing in the Gulf of Honduras. The Guatemalan coastal patrol vessel intercepted the Belizeans in an area at sea at […]
Belize and UNICEF Work on Empowering Children With Disablilities
Belize’s Special Envoy for Women and Children and UNICEF hosted a two-day conference under the theme “Breaking Barriers for an Inclusive Society and Empowerment for Children with Disabilities” on October 13, 2016 and October 14, 2016 at Radisson Fort George Hotel and Marina, Belize City. In total, 36% of children aged 2 to 9 are […]
Belize Allows Seismic Airgun Surveys That Can Kill Marine Life
Oceana Says ‘NO’ to Seismic Airgun Survey in Belize’s Offshore Area Despite GoB’s declared moratorium, Cabinet Approves Seismic Airgun Testing without an EIA Last week, October 12, 2016, Oceana was advised by the Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Dean Barrow, and the Minister of Petroleum, Hon. Erwin Contreras, that at Tuesday’s meeting, the Cabinet approved the […]
Teachers Hold Prayer Vigil as Strike Goes on 9th Day
On Thursday evening, October 13, 2016, at the R. Angel Nunez Auditorium, teachers of San Pedro held a prayer vigil to invoke God’s blessings on the nation of Belize. They also prayed for guidance for the Government and the National Teachers’ Union (BNTU) to reach terms of agreement that would be amicable to both parties. […]
CG Esthetic Showcases New Skin Care Product
Guest were greeted with wine and Mrs. Dawn Kennedy Shake showcased a new skin care product line to customers and friends of CG Esthetic on Wednesday, October 12, 2016. Carol Goudreau, owner of CG Esthetic was happy to host the ‘happy hour’ event. A small presentation about the product and how it works was given, […]
Impressive Increases in Belize Tourism Arrivals Continue
Belize City, October 11, 2016 – For 15 consecutive months from June 2015 to September 2016, the Tourism Industry has been experiencing record breaking increases in overnight arrivals every month, with impressive double digit increases of as much as 33% growth. Now, nine months through 2016 and the tourism arrival figures continue to show this […]
Flashback to a Candy Treat of the Past
– by Angel Nuñez – No, it’s not sand that you are looking at. This is Casham (also spelt Caan Sham) an OLD Belizean treat (or candy back in the days) that you cannot find in the stores anymore. You know you are an Old Time San Pedrano if you know what Casham is. Do […]
I Bet You Did Not Know This About Conch
CONCH IN ABUNDANCE The only thing the San Pedranos and visitors of today know about conch is conch ceviche. However, here are several things you should know that only the older San Pedranos know. There was a time that when conch was so abundant that you could pick up enough of them right along the […]
Miss Belize Universe Visits La Isla Bonita
Rebecca “Bex” Rath, was crowned Ms. Belize Universe on September 10, 2016. Bex will now compete against 90 other women from all over the world as she represents “The Jewel” in the Miss Universe pageant in the Philippines on January 30, 2017 in Manila. This is a proud moment for Belize as it celebrates the decade […]
Belize Red Cross Relief for Haiti
Hurricane Matthew has made its mark by being the only hurricane to not lose its force winds even after hitting land. Many Caribbean countries such as Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, and Bahamas have been affected by the storm. To give a helping hand to our Caribbean brothers and sisters in Haiti whom have seem to lost […]
Belize Vacation Give-Away on a Postage Stamp
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) is celebrating World Post Day by giving away a vacation to Belize. October 9, marked World Post Day and the BTB is inviting people from all over the world to send them a postcard. In return, the BTB will not only reply with a postcard from Belize, but will also […]
Crocodile Goes on Golf Cart Ride
Island Problems – Living in and around the mangrove forests that comprise a majority of the island’s topography, it is not that strange to encounter wild creatures such as the salt water crocodile that in habit Ambergris Caye. On her way to work, local island resident Melody Wolfe encountered this scene just across the Boca […]
Letter from Roman Catholic Bishops on Teacher's Strike
October 6, 2016 Dear Friends in Christ, With this letter we want to reiterate our support for all those pushing the Government of Belize to implement policies and laws to monitor and enforce good governance. Now that the Prime Minister has expressed a willingness and desire to go back to the negotiating table, we support […]
A New Member Joins the ‘A’ Team
As we embarked on our newest adventure to Travel Belize and began to immerse ourselves in the diverse cultures and destinations that it has to offer, our Ambergris Today team recognized the need to have someone at our home base to continue bringing you “News with a Positive Attitude”. We went in search of […]
Invitation to Married Couples Retreat
The San Pedro Roman Catholic church invites both married and engaged couples to attend a married couples retreat. If interested you can registration at the San Pedro Parish or call 226-2479 or email at sanpedrorcchurch@gmail.com. Date: Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 6:30pm-10:00pmAnd Sunday, October 23,2016 from 8:30-5:00pmPlace: Sun Breeze Hotel conference roomFee:$100.00 per couple (snacks […]
Belize Assesses Progress of Hurricane Earl Recovery & Rebuilding Efforts
Minister of State for National Emergency Management Hon. Edmond Castro has met with National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) co-ordinators in Rural Belize District to assess the progress of the recovery and rebuilding efforts for victims of Hurricane Earl, which made landfall in Belize exactly two months ago on August 4, 2016. The rebuilding efforts have […]
DFC EXPO Highlights Impact on Belize’s Economy
Following DFC’s 53rd year of serving the people of Belize, The Development Finance Corporation (DFC) hosted its first Productive Sector EXPO at the ITVET Courtyard in Belize City which was held on Saturday October 1st, 2016. Entrance for the Public was free with attractions including a $500 cash prize and Resort stays as gate prizes, […]
Rotary Club to Present Magic Show
The Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye announces the Intermagia Magic Show — an evening of mystical magical entertainment from a traveling, international magic group with eight members from Spain, Chile, Guatemala, Mexico and Costa Rica. The event will be held at the Paradise Theater on Monday, October 10, at 2p.m. and 7p.m. Tickets can be […]