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Perched on the northern border with Mexico, picturesque Corozal district blends Mestizo, Maya and Mexican flavors with the allure of a serene haven away from the busier tourist track. The district’s name is derived from the cohune palms that dominated the landscape when the first inhabitants arrived. Corozal Town, the northernmost urban center in Belize is a scenic and peaceful town, nestled along the windswept waters of Corozal Bay. Located 85 miles northwest of Belize City and only 10 miles from the Mexican border and tucked in the rich blue-and-white-capped waters of windswept Corozal Bay the town has a population of 9,100. Nice resorts, comfortable homes and shady parks overlook the inviting waters. Visitors and retirees from Europe and North America mix easily with more deeply rooted locals, mostly descendants of Mestizo’s who fled the 19th century Caste Wars in Yucatan.
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Winding through the low-lying plains of the Belize District are the steady currents of the mighty Belize river whispering the secrets of the ancient Maya and early settlers who once lived, farmed and traded along this mighty waterway. Visitor adventures include the: The Maya temples of Altun Ha where Belize’s famous Jade Head was founded by archaeologists; the magnificent Jabiru storks at Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary; Black Howler monkeys at Community Baboon Sanctuary and, the historical islands offshore Belize City. St George’s Caye is the site of the 1798 battle where the British defeated the Spaniards to lay claim to Belize’s territory. All major international flights land in the Belize district at the Belize International Airport, a few miles from Belize City and from where visitors are picked up by hotels; can rent vehicles, or catch the network of flights operated by local airlines to all parts of the country.
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Rivers, waterfalls, caves and mountains surround a tiny national capital and grand Maya cities.
The largest district in the country and home of the capital city of Belmopan, the Cayo district offers a plethora of ecotourism adventures. With an astonishing 880,000 acres of protected land in the form of nature reserves and national parks, this district is truly a nature-lover’s dream.
Throughout the country side are a choice of elegant jungle lodges through to the more basic amenities of a small resort or campsite.
The lively towns of San Ignacio and Santa Elena and the quiet border town of Benque Viejo del Carmen provide a glimpse into the lives of the friendly residents. They also serve as a base from which to explore pine forests, clear rivers, rocky plateaus, ceremonial caves, towering mountains, cascading waterfalls and ancient Maya temples.
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A masterful culture, golden sand beaches, striking views of the Maya mountains and a unique sanctuary for the elusive jaguar, Stann Creek is an exciting blend of culture and adventure. Breathtaking vistas of the Maya Mountains and the emerald citrus plantations of the Stann Creek Valley line the journey from Belmopan to Dangriga via the Hummingbird Highway.
Some of Belize’s most prominent examples of reef rainforest and culture are located in this district offered with the gamut of accommodation types including luxury condos, smaller heritage hotels and jungle campsites. Enjoy the charm of the laidback town of Dangriga, the seaside community of Garifuna in Hopkins, the white sand beaches of Placencia Village, the South Water Caye Marine Reserve offshore the islands of Tobacco Caye, Coco Plum Caye, South Water Caye, Glovers Reef Atoll and many more.
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Toledo welcomes the curious and lures the adventurous. Nearly 1,700 square miles jostle with opportunities for the adventure-minded and adrenaline-addicted traveler. Toledo district has a cultural blend of traditional Mopan Maya and Ketchi farmers along with a healthy East Indian population. With the highest recorded rainfall in Belize, Toledo is home to Belize’s only true rainforest coupled with intricate caves, incredible wildlife and some of the most beautiful offshore islands found in Belize.
As the district with the smallest population, Toledo is the perfect spot for those seeking to venture “off the beaten path” and taste some of the rich natural and cultural diversity Belize has to offer.
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Easygoing people, sandy roads for golf carts, and the rhythmic pace of the waves gently undulating onshore embody the island motto - “go slow”. Located only a 15-minute plane flight or 30-minute water taxi ride from Belize’s mainland, Caye Caulker’s swaying palms, white sandy beaches and warm waters entice travelers from around the world. Five miles long and a half mile wide, the former fishing village of Caye Caulker was essentially redeveloped in 1961 when Hurricane Hattie expanded a previously narrow channel through the island. Now known as “the split”, the marine thruway divides the sparsely populated north side of the island from the south where most visitor services are located.
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A wise traveler to this island getaway aptly captured the atmosphere of Ambergris Caye with “no shoes, no shirt, no problem.”
Ambergris Caye encourages visitors to kick off their shoes and just relax. At 36 miles long, Ambergris is the largest of the cayes in Belize. Located in the northern-most waters of the country, three-quarters of a mile west of the Belize Barrier Reef, the island is surrounded by prominent dive and snorkel sites, including the Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. The largest town is San Pedro with a population of about 9,000. Renowned for its barefoot lifestyle and island vacation appeal, the primary mode of transportation town on the town’s cobblestone streets are via golf carts.
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For vacationers dreaming of spectacular sea views, unspoiled beaches and a laid-back atmosphere where “stress” is not allowed, Placencia is THE location in southern Belize.
Situated on a slender peninsula that curves alongside the southern coast of the country, Placencia’s tagline is “Barefoot Perfect”. The only place on mainland Belize that offers white sand beaches is Placencia, on the tip of the peninsula.
Further up the peninsula are many full service, up-market hotels, private homes and condominiums with a range of services including spas, marinas and fine dining as well as tours for diving, snorkeling, fishing, archaeological, cultural and rainforest experiences.
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