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10 Things You Should Know About Belize

By Angela Wu, Luis Manzanero, Michael Torres 1/14/2025 5 minutes

Planning a trip to Belize? Get ready to explore a country full of adventure, culture, and natural beauty. From the vibrant Belize Barrier Reef to ancient Maya temples and serene tropical cayes, Belize is the perfect destination for travelers seeking both excitement and tranquility. With its low population density, untouched rainforests, and unique attractions, you’ll avoid the crowds and enjoy a truly immersive experience. Ready to start your adventure? Let’s start Belizing!


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Where is Belize and How to get Here

By Belizing Admin 1/1/2026 10 minutes

Where in the world is Belize on the map? Belize is in Central America. It's easy to miss on a world map, tucked between Mexico, Guatemala, and the Caribbean Sea. It is bordered by Mexico to the north and Guatemala to the east and south. The eastern coast of Belize is on the Caribbean Sea. It's easy to travel to Belize. Belize has one international airport, several small airstrips and a well-managed system of local buses, taxis, and water transportation. You can plan your trip to and around Belize easily, especially if make your bookings on Belizing.com, where you will get the best rates and the most discounts on all your local transfers and excursions.


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ATM Cave Belize

By Belizing.com Staff 1/2/2026 5 minutes

The Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave is a possible contender for Belize's most stunning attractions. The ATM Tour in Belize will change your life! Located close to the town of San Ignacio, the Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave is the most popular cave tour in Belize. Its vast network of underground chambers is known as being a treasure trove for archaeologists but also for its diverse ecosystem of bats, crabs, crayfish, and tropical fish. Here's everything you need to know before you start planning a trip to Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave.


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Belize Travel Tips

Belize International Airport Guide

By Belizing.com Staff 1/1/2026 10 minutes

Belize has a small but bustling international airport. It’s about the size of a typical regional airport in the US. There is only one runway at the airport, and one arrival and departure terminal. All International flights will arrive and depart from this airport. Follow this official guide to learn everything you need to know to successfully navigate the Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport in Belize (PGIA/BZE). Don’t stress, it’s a small airport and it will be a breeze.


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Should you book your Belize tours and excursions after you arrive? Learn about getting last minute deals for your Belize vacation. While booking your tours and transfers until after you have arrived in Belize is not a bad idea, it is best if you do your research and book ahead of time to avoid any wasted time. We know it’s kind of boring and hassle-free, but we think it makes sense.

If you are only in Belize for a week and would like to experience as much of it as possible, then we highly recommend that you arrange your itinerary and book your activities ahead of time. That way, you will be able to pack according to your booked activities and your vacation will flow smoothly. And if there are any unforeseen circumstances or disputes, we are here to help resolve it for you and make it hassle-free to get any refunds you deserve.

By Angela Wu 7/1/2019 5 minutes
Belizing Adventures

Just when I thought that magic didn’t exist, this happened! Well, not “magic” per se, but just the beauty of nature. Who would have thought that little Belize would be home to so much natural beauty and wonders – truly a gem! From the jaw dropping landscapes to the marvelous marine reserves, Belize just stepped up its game with a bioluminescent lagoon. Yes, a BIOLUMINESCENT lagoon! The Belizing Team got the change to experience this bioluminescent tour at Anderson Lagoon with Get to Know Belize Adventures.

By Angela Wu 4/23/2019 3 minutes
Belizing Adventures

Nuuk Che’il Cottages offers several on-site activities such as traditional Maya cooking lessons, Maya spiritual healing sessions, herbal medicine making lessons. The Belizing.com team got to experience the Maya culture in various cultural activities with Nuuk Che'il Cottages.

By Angela Wu 4/16/2019 4 minutes
Belizing Adventures

For our Southern Belize adventures, we got the chance to explore the Mopan and Yucatec Maya culture with Mr. Ernesto and Mrs. Aurora. from Nuuk Che’il Cottages Through food, medicine and spiritual healing, we got a glimpse of traditional Maya practices and their role in the Maya life.

By Angela Wu 4/16/2019 3 minutes
Travel Guide

Hopkins Belize is arguably the nation's heart and soul. That's because its very character is synonymous with Belize's best qualities: a gregarious and laidback atmosphere, easy access to both the world's second largest barrier reef and a variety of different nature reserves, and a diverse mix of compelling and unique cultures. Follow this guide to learn more about what to see and do in Hopkins and how to get there.

By Belizing Staff 4/3/2019 4 minutes
Travel Guide

If you're looking for something more off the beaten path, Caye Caulker offers everything you could want and more. Caye Caulker offers a whole lot less than its more popular and populated contemporaries. Caye Caulker is little more than an island located off the coast of Belize property right in the Caribbean Sea. Underneath is a complex network of underseas caves. The Caye itself is four miles long at its widest point, and the single settlement constitutes only a mile in width. But less is better where Caye Caulker is concerned. Here you can explore at your own pace without the risk of meticulously planned tour itineraries and crowds of tourisms.

By Belizing Staff 4/2/2019 4 minutes
Belizing Adventures

Touring Monkey River was a laid back and interesting tour that featured the birds of Belize, howler monkeys, and pristine-kept broad leaf forests. This nature tour encompasses not only sightseeing but also a history lesson of the area after the devastation that Hurricane Iris caused in 2001. After sailing through the length of the Monkey River, be prepared for some exhilarating manatee spotting near Harvest Caye.

By Angela Wu 3/21/2019 3 minutes
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Belize has a lot to offer to travelers, and the Cayo District is ground zero if you want to make the most of your time here. San Ignacio is the beating heart of civilization in the Cayo District, and its population reflect the rich melting pot of cultures that call Belize their home. San Ignacio is the launching point for most adventures in the Cayo District, but it's worthy of exploration in its own right - home to a rich diversity of food, history, and culture.

By Belizing Staff 3/9/2019 4 minutes
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If you're looking to spend your vacation in a tropical retreat, there's no better place than Belize, and there's no more tantalizing region than the Placencia Peninsula in Southern Belize. It's known both for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and for the gregarious and gracious nature of the residents - many of whom live in the self-name placid fishing village of Placencia.

By Belizing Staff 2/13/2019 4 minutes
Belize Cruise Tips

A definitive insider guide to cruise excursions in Belize. Going on a cruise can feel like a dinner of tapas. Each stop gives you a small taste of the surrounding culture and nature. But there's far too much variety in Belize to enjoy with a single bite. Cruise ship passengers sometimes fall so in love with the country that they almost miss their boat! Don't worry, you won't miss your boat if you follow this guide. Here are some of the best things to do in the Belize cruise port.

By Belizing.com Staff 2/8/2019 5 minutes
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