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Welcome to the Belize Page

Adapting to Belize-time may not be easy for Type-A personalities.

Belize is a democratic English-speaking country that lies west of the Caribbean Sea, on the Central American isthmus. With a mix of over ten different cultures, Belize offers tourists an interesting array of customs, ceremonies, arts and culture.  It has a population of 260,000, about the same as Anchorage, Alaska, and not bigger than New Hampshire. The climate is sub-tropical, similar to South Florida, with temperatures in the ‘70s to mid-‘90s. There are wet and dry seasons, with the dry season running from late November through May. The water is safe to drink in most areas, and the standard of health care is among the highest in Central America.

Once landed, where do the tourists go? According to Belize tourism statistics, the visitors are heading for the Hoi Chan Marine Reserve, the Community Baboon Sanctuary, followed by the Blue Hole National Park, Half Moon Caye, and the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary.

The money exchange in Belize is two Belize dollars to one US dollar, but there is no need to change money as US dollars are accepted everywhere. Traveler’s Cheques are a problem, and most establishments do not like to accept them for they take six weeks to clear. It is recommended that travelers carry cash for most transactions.