Making Cassava Bread in the Heart of Belize’s Culture Town
When I think of cassava, I immediately associate it with the Garifuna culture of Belize. Its a staple food for them. They fish, grow cassava and other Carib crops like plantains to make fufu. Coconut milk, garlic, basil, black pepper, plantain, bananas, chicken and fish are also key ingredients in Garifuna Cuisine. Fish boiled in […]
Newest Cave Opened in Belize at The Sleeping Giant Lodge
The Sleeping Giant Rainforest Lodge in Cayo was the perfect place to kick off our summer travels. There are lots of activities to keep you busy there, but my favorite was the Sleeping Giant Cave. It’s the newest cave opened for tours in Belize and it can only be accessed through the resort’s property. I […]
Vegan Options on Ambergris Caye, Belize
Finding vegan-friendly restaurants on Ambergris Caye has proven a lot easier than I thought it would be. Ever since I decided to live a vegan lifestyle it’s taken a little more planning to eat out. I thought I’d save our vegan readers the hassle and create a list of the things I’ve had when I […]
Eight Instagramable Photos at Villa Margarita, Hopkins
Our stay at Villa Margarita was brief. We only stayed one night as we moved from Hopkins village further down south to Placencia. Still, it was a relaxing getaway with a sandy beach and picturesque view at our doorstep. Villa Margarita is a beautiful three story dwelling with expansive amenities and comfortable rooms that are […]
The Highest Zip Line in Belize, One Terrified Mom and More
Conquering a Zip Line should be a breeze after skydiving right? Not so much for this mom! I still can’t explain the overwhelming sense of fear that came over my body when I got strapped to the first line at Mayan Sky Canopy Tours. “Mom, but you jumped out of an airplane!” Madi was quick […]
Corn, Coconut, Barbeque Fest in Corozal Town
We did not see a lot of corn, coconut or BBQ, but what we did see was a community getting together to organize a festival that will help enhance the Corozal Town Area. What we did was jump right in and participate in a couple of the fun events at the first ever Corn, Coconut […]
10 things I love about Chabil Mar Villas
Chabil Mar Villas in the Placencia Peninsula (southern Belize/Stann Creek District) turned out to be a lovely place to vacation, or staycation if you are Belizean like me! This summer has taken us to so many amazing places in Belize and I’m just loving our country even more now! I’ve been having so much fun […]
All You Can Eat Lobster at Caye Caulker Lobsterfest
The sleepy island of Caye Caulker, Belize, awakens for their biggest celebration of the year. Three days of all things lobster – it’s Caye Caulker Lobsterfest! There is no time to “Go Slow” during Caye Caulker Lobsterfest because thousands from around the country and tourists inundate the island to eat lobster, swim in sea, bask […]
Plunge Into Rio Blanco Falls
They are magical; they are mystical, they are magnificent. Who doesn’t like visiting waterfalls? Big or small, there is just something awe-inspiring about them. When we are out on a road trip, we are always on the lookout. Belize is full of them and while some take hour hikes to access, there are some just […]
Sun, Sand, Sea and Lobster in Placencia
Placencia Lobsterfest lived up to its expectations. It delivered three days of entertainment by the sea as vendors set up their booths to prepare the tastiest of lobster dishes and promote their services and products. It’s three days that you spend in the popular peninsula of Belize, enjoying the sights and sounds of the celebration. […]
