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Why Belize Feels Different When You’re on Island Time

Are you curious about where the term “island time” originated? It may surprise you to learn that it was coined by North American soldiers whose hometowns were freezing and snow-bound during winter months. As part of the U.S. Pacific island landing forces in World War II, yanks wrote home about settling into mindsets where time […]

When is the Best Time For a Belize Island Getaway? The Answer May Surprise You!

Did you know that the phrase “timing is everything” is believed to have originated with William Shakespeare in 1599 when he included the words in his play Julius Caesar? If events in your life affirm this quote, you may also think that there’s a very small window of time to take a vacation, but not […]

Re-Ignite the Flame of Passion at this Adults-Only Caribbean Island Resort

If you can think of a more fabulous experience than falling in love, bottle and sell it because you’ll make a fortune! Falling in love triggers biological changes in your body that no lottery win can emulate. Even usually staid Business Insider editors described profound changes in the body and brain driven by a flood […]

Escape the Crowds During a Post-Holiday Private Island Retreat

Whether you admit to hating crowds aloud or you’ve privately reached that conclusion, there could be a psychological reasons you dislike being in places awash in humanity, say psychology experts. Perhaps you’re an introvert and crowds drain your energy, or you are a sensitive person incapable of tolerating too many stimuli. You may not be […]

Two Resorts, One Unforgettable Experience: Vacation in Belize and Vote for Manta Island’s Big Win

If you believe that celebrities, moguls, and millionaires are the only folks who can afford a vacation taking them to more than one destination, it’s time you discovered opportunities that are not only close to your home, but you can go abroad, double your destinations, and speak English, too during a terrific two-resort sojourn. Perhaps […]

Unique Experiences You Can’t Miss in Belize in 2025

What constitutes a unique experience? According to travel experts, unique experiences come in five distinct types: Adventure, cultural, natural, relaxing, and educational, but travelers don’t have time to visit the multiple destinations that offer to satisfy all five. But there is a way to indulge in all five types without having to travel halfway around […]

Start a Tradition Worth Shouting About: A 2025 Private Belize Island Escape

Is it possible to have too many New Year’s traditions? Not if you are hoping to start the new year on a positive note! What sorts of traditions do those of us who love them make sure we undertake annually? See how many of our picks are on your list this year: Grabbing that midnight […]

The Ultimate Belize All-Inclusive Vacation for Adventure Seekers

Kimberly DuBrul’s chosen profession as a coach and counselor gives her insights into personalities. She is particularly interested in people she classifies as “adventurers” because they are willing to try new things without having to be cajoled, prompted, or pushed into saying yes. DuBrul’s definition of a true adventurer is any person with a “willingness […]

Make 2025 the Year You Satisfy Your Desire for a Romantic Belize Island Escape

Audiences were over the moon when the original Fantasy Island TV series was first introduced in 1977, so it’s no surprise that the series got spectacular ratings throughout its seven-year tenure. While the Ricardo Montalbano-helmed shows were pure fiction, the series’ success prompted a reboot by FOX Entertainment and Sony Pictures in 2021 that doubled […]

Why a Private Belize Island is the Best Way to Experience the Caribbean

Are you of the opinion that all island vacations are created equal? If you’ve traveled the Caribbean—Aruba, the Virgin Islands, Jamaica, and Bermuda, for example—you know that they all share one common denominator, according to Lonely Planet: “There’s one thing tying them all together: unforgettable experiences.” Each of these islands are popular, but if you’re […]