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Renowned for its pristine beaches and vibrant coral reefs, the Maldives is a snorkeler’s paradise. With its warm, turquoise waters and visibility reaching up to 30 meters, the Maldives offers unparalleled opportunities to encounter colorful coral gardens, graceful manta rays, and gentle whale sharks. Explore the South Ari Atoll, home to some of the Maldives’ most iconic snorkeling spots, or venture to the remote Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve for a chance to witness an abundance of marine biodiversity.
Indonesia
Comprising over 17,000 islands, Indonesia boasts some of the world’s most diverse marine ecosystems. From the legendary waters of Raja Ampat to the tranquil shores of Bali, snorkelers are spoiled for choice when it comes to exploring Indonesia’s underwater wonders. Dive into the thriving coral reefs of Komodo National Park, where you can swim alongside majestic manta rays and playful sea turtles, or embark on a snorkeling safari in the remote waters of the Wakatobi Archipelago, celebrated for its pristine reefs and kaleidoscopic coral gardens.
Belize
Nestled on the eastern coast of Central America, Belize is home to the second-largest barrier reef system in the world, making it a top destination for snorkeling enthusiasts. Discover the underwater treasures of the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with vibrant coral formations, tropical fish, and elusive marine species like the elusive nurse shark and the majestic spotted eagle ray. Explore the renowned snorkeling sites of Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley, where you can swim alongside gentle nurse sharks and playful stingrays in their natural habitat.
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The Mayan civilization thrived in Belize for 1,500 years. Throughout the country, you can find remains of their agriculture, workmanship, and architecture. Caracol is the largest archeological site and can be found within a tropical rain forest. It hosts the largest man-made structure in Belize, known as the Sky Palace. Another impressive monument worth checking out is The Castle in Xunantunich; and if you prefer your ruins in skeleton form, don’t miss the cave of Actun Tunichil Muknal.
Belize Barrier Reef
Belize is home to the second-largest coral reef in the world after Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, snorkelers and scuba divers have 190 miles to explore, making it Belize’s top tourist spot. But if diving isn’t your thing, exquisite beaches can be found in Caye Caulker, Tobacco Caye, and Hopkins.
Culture
Both Latinos and Caribbean people know how to have a good time, and that is exactly the situation in Belize. With so many demographics, expect dishes like tamales and ceviche, as well as rice and beans and esabeche. Reggaeton, calypso, and punta music are the sounds on the street, so go ahead and paint the town red!
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Late November to mid-April are the best times to visit Belize, which is during the country’s dye season. While this is peak season and there are tons of tourists, the warm temperatures and clear skies are worth visiting during these months. Avoid visiting during April and May because it’s really humid and temperatures rise to the triple digits. From June to mid-November there’s rain and strong winds. September and October are the offseason and besides for being rainy, some places are closed.
How to Get Around
The best ways to get around in Belize are by car, water taxi, or plane. To access Belize’s cays, water taxis are the best mode of transportation. There are also commuter buses, but they’re usually run-down and difficult to navigate.
Where to Stay
Las Terrazas Resort and Residences
This 4.5-star hotel, located in San Pedro, is surrounded by white sand beaches and the Caribbean Sea. Spend the day lounging under palm trees on the tropical beach and relax by the infinity pool. The hotel also has a private beach, restaurant, and spa.
Belizean Cove Estates
Belizean Cove Estates, a 4-star hotel in Southern Belize is all-inclusive. The hotel offers several packages designed for relaxation, romance, and adventure. All of them include three Belizean meals, unlimited drinks, accommodations, and local Belize airfair to and from the Belize City airport. Some of them even include adventure tours.
Grand Colony Island Villas
This 4-star hotel, located in San Pedro is your home away from home, but a bit more luxurious. The hotel has beachfront and poolview villas and it’s away from the crowds and congestion, making for a tranquil stay.
What to Do
Ambergris Caye
This 25-mile-long island off the coast of northern Belize has tons of outdoor activities, especially snorkeling and diving. Originally inhabited by the Mayans, today it has access to the barrier reef that surrounds the island. Snorkels and divers will want to explore Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
Great Blue Hole
This UNESCO World Heritage Site has ancient stalactites. The Great Blue Hole, created about 10,000 years ago after a cave roof crumbles in, is one of the world’s best scuba sites. The blue channel has underwater tunnels, caverns, and rock formations.
Cayo District
West of Belize City, Cayo District has a cluster of ancient Mayan sites, picturesque sunsets, butterfly gardens, jungles, and rolling hills. There’s also San Igancio, a small town that has delicious traditional culinary dishes.
What to Eat
Ceviche
Found all over Mexico, Belizean ceviche is different. Belizean ceviche is made with raw conch and shrimp and it’s less sweet and less fish-based than the Mexican one.
Tamales (Bollos)
Wrapped in plantain leaves instead of corn husks like the Mexican ones are the Belizean ones are made with seasoned chicken or pork wrapped in corn dough and then steamed in plantain or banana leaves.
Conch Fritters
The country’s most popular appetizer, combines flour batter, chopped conch meat, and a spicy dipping sauce. Conch fritters are deep-fried and can be found at most restaurants and bars.
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]]>If you want to fully experience the Blue Hole, the best way to do so is by booking a scuba diving experience. In addition to getting a glimpse of the world’s largest sinkhole, you will encounter all kinds of marine life including nurse sharks, reef sharks, and blacktip sharks.
If swimming with sharks isn’t really your thing and you’d rather see the Blue Hole from above, you can book a helicopter tour from one of the surrounding islands. You can expect to fork out around $1000 for the experience but it will be an experience you will never forget.
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As much as 4 manatees on our recent snorkeling trip 
Swipe for pictures! Commonly known as the #SeaCow in Belize, spotting this species is simply amazing as they’re large enough & slow enough for snorkelers to get a good look. Sometimes, they’ll even put on a show by blowing bubbles 
Mayan Ruins
Dozens of Mayan cities can be found on the territory of Belize. The decades-old excavations of pyramids and other ruins prove that Belize once was the center of the Mayan civilization. The two most known are the Caracol Ruins, the largest Mayan ruin located in the heart of the Chiquibul Forest, and Xunantunich, the most restored Mayan ruin.
Dangriga And The Hopkins Village
The best way to truly feel the soul of one nation is to bond with the locals. It can be fun and you will learn a lot. At Dangriga, which is the home to the Belizean Garifuna, the descendants of shipwrecked slaves and native Caribs, you can hear African music, see religious traditions, or even learn to drum. In Hopkins village, where the world’s second largest barrier reef can be found, you shouldn’t leave home without going on a memorable snorkeling adventure.
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]]>Along with landscapes to die for, Belize is widely known for its friendly residents. They will happily help you on your way to a perfect exotic vacation. Here are the 5 things you don’t want to miss in Belize.
Ambergris Caye
#belize #secretbeach #youbetterbelizeit #sanpedrobelize #ambergriscayeLighthouse Reef Atoll and the Blue Hole
Started in 2013, Reef Week is an initiative led by "Reef-minded" organizations coming together to celebrate Belize’s national resources, through a week-long celebration nationwide! – Pc: @tonyrath, Blue Hole Natural Monument – To partner or participate in this initiative, please contact us at reefweekbelize@gmail.com. Official calendar of events here: http://bit.ly/2tx8Ihi #ReefWeek2018 #OurReefRocks #ProtectIt #DontNeglectItPlacencia
Best way to get around on the Southern Islands is by boat 
- by sailing boat to be exactly. You can find different charter companies for catamarans and monohulls in the town of Placentia (or Placencia). Since Placentia has a tiny airport which is served daily by Cessna Grand Caravans 
from Belize City, it is a good place to start your trip. It’s an easy area – even for sailing beginners. You’ll discover dozens of lonely and uninhabited islands 
and spectacular beaches with breathtaking sunsets 
. I recommend to spend at least 10-12 days on the boat to explore the different islands and finish the trip with a few days in a nice resort in Placentia. Always travel safe and enjoy the beauty of of our blue planet 
. . . . #belize #belizeTurneffe Islands Atoll
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Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary & Jaguar Preserve
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