September in Belize

Celebrating September in Belize

It’s that time of year again – September Celebrations. September 21, 2016 marks Belize’s 35th anniversary of becoming an independent country (from Britain), and September 10 is the day it gained independence from Spain in 1798 after winning of the Battle at St. George’s Caye. With two big events in Belize history occurring in the […]

Placencia Belize Beach

Useful Placencia Vacation Information

Recently I was asked a very good question by one of the tacogirl Facebook page followers. He is planning a Placencia Belize vacation and wanted to know what his late night shopping options were. Since I tend to pay very little attention to the time when I’m in Placencia because I am not usually on […]

Chetumal Mexico

Half Price Flights Made for a Cheap out of Country Getaway

I got a last minute invitation by my friend Aimee to join a few people for a short much needed getaway after the hurricane. If anyone deserves it she does. Almost a week later and her house down south is still without water. I am sure a hotel will be a welcome reprieve. She also […]