Belize - Perfect Holiday Destination
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Not as well known as some Caribbean destinations, Belize is in Central America near both Mexico and Guatemala. It’s actually a marvelous vacation choice, as the friendly Creoles making up most of the population will welcome you with open arms. Some vacationers haven’t fared so well at other Caribbean holiday spots.
Belize is a lazy, relaxed, laid back place where wrist watches almost have no meaning. Many westerners find it hard to adjust to this after their hectic city lifestyle. Another feather in Belize’s cap is that it is an English speaking place making one and all feel comfortable.
Belize offers all kind of accommodation, resorts, hotels, even budget hotels. It is neither inexpensive as some of the other destinations of Central America nor is it too expensive. In fact it is okay for all kind of tourists to stay here.
Belize has great outdoors it is home to many natural habitats, coral reefs and rainforests to name a few. Belize is a naturist’s paradise, having many different types of sea life such as fishes and mammals can be found in its waters. Belize has something to offer to everybody. It also has archaeological attractions, in the form of Mayan ruins. You can take a day off to experience for yourself the rich historical background that these ruins display.
Lamanai is a Mayan site that is a must see. It consists of 60 or so structures that were inhabited from 1500 BC until the Spanish arrived. To reach this site you must take a 90 minute boat trip where you can see plenty of species of birds along with crocodiles. Xunantunich is another archaeological site that holds much history and is a fascinating area.
You can indulge in snorkelling or scuba diving at the Belize Reef and the Cayes, which is the longest reef in Western Hemisphere. Belize’s underwater world displays a very colourful reef and showcases many beautiful examples of marine life such as tropical fish.
The tropical weather in Belize is generally hot and humid particularly in summers, though the evenings tend to get a little cold. Therefore, while packing all tourists must make considerations of the weather and include a few sweaters besides the host of shorts, t-shirts and bathing suits.
Belize is best visited from November to May or June as the summer months sometimes get too hot to handle, making visits and excursions, such as those to the Mayan ruins, almost unbearable in the hot weather. Also July to November, are the months of the hurricane and thus best avoided. Belize City has its own airport which has regular flights from almost all the major United States and Central American cities.
Belize is a beautiful little country with plenty to see and do. It’s perfect for people who are interested in not only lying on a breathtaking beach, but experiencing a rich underwater sea world, and the history of the area’s original inhabitants as well.
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