This year marks 35 years of Belize Independence. It all started with the annual pre-party on the 20th, Independence eve at the old football field. They had a stage set up and music. Since I am right next door I could hear the celebrations from my home. At midnight came the familiar sounds of fireworks […]
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 […]
Lobster season in Belize is 8 months long and always starts off with countrywide celebrations honoring the fishermen and the environmental reasons for the season. I managed to attend two lobster festivals again this year. I had a great time at each one as always and both were a little different than the time before. […]
I decided to do something different this year and see just how much fun I could have over the Easter Holiday on a $150 BZD budget and if I would have anything left over or would I need to break into my reserve stash. (knowing the bank machines would have long lines and run dry […]
Easter in Belize is the biggest party weekend and it is coming fast and furious. Ambergris Caye is filling with people, and stores are super stocked with floaty toys for the holidays. From what I have heard, many hotels and resorts have been well booked for a while. A few Easter weekend reminders: Be safe […]
Life has been whirlwind of activity for the San Pedro Branch of the Belize Red Cross over the past few weeks. Our volunteers were kept busy so much that we had to reach out to Project Abroad and use some of their new arrivals who are here volunteering in Belize. In building the capacity of […]