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 […]

Tropic Air flight from San edro to Belmopan

Jungle Play – 4 Amazing Tours Plus 2 Unofficial Ones

Not only did we feel welcome by Caves Branch and their staff, we felt welcome by our environment. Everywhere we turned we saw something unique and interesting. Sometimes it was hard to see the same thing twice because we had a multitude of choice before us and so many different lush jungle pathways to explore. […]

Belize Banks

Helpful Tips and Issues With ATM Use at Belize Banks

You may or may not know that there is an an issue happening with foreign bank cards and ATM service in the Belize Banks right now. If you are an expat or traveler this applies to you. This information could save you from a few heart palpitations and stress. Not too long ago, I had […]

Belize Foods

Eating Our Way Around Town With the New Belize Food Tours

Chef and food writer James Beard could not have said truer words than this quote, “Food is our common ground, a universal experience”. For the inaugural Belize Food Tours, it definitely rang true. What a great way to spend a Saturday, eating our way around San Pedro Town with the new tour. The foodies were […]