Belize Barrier Reef Beats Endanger List

The Belize Barrier Reef beats endanger list after being danger-listed in 2009. The Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System (BBRRS) has been removed from the UNESCO World Heritage Center list of World Heritage in Danger on Tuesday, June 26th, 2018. This decision was made by the World Heritage Committee (WHC) during their 42nd annual meeting, which took place in Manama, Bahrain.
Belize Barrier Reef Beats Endanger List
“In the last two years, especially in the last year, the government of Belize really has made a transformational shift,” said Fanny Douvere, marine program coordinator at UNESCO’s World Heritage Center. Belize is changing and enforcing new […]

By |June 28th, 2018|Belize, Blog, Placencia, Travel Belize|0 Comments

This Is Why PlacenciaIs So Famous!

If you haven’t heard about Placencia, brace yourself as you are about to find out why Placencia is such a famous destination for many!

Placencia is a small fishing village in the Southeast coast of Belize. The peninsula offers the sea view on the east and the lagoon sunset view on the west. Placencia is world- renowned for Whale Shark Diving, but there is so much more to experience.
Placencia Offers the Best of Both Worlds
Placencia offers the best of both worlds. Inland charm and sea adventures relaxations. Inland you can experience the Maya culture along with famous Maya archeology and much […]

By |May 30th, 2018|Belize, Blog, Placencia|0 Comments

SPLASH PARTNERS WITH THE BELIZE SISTER REEF PROJECT

It is not often that a new sustainable tourism campaign surges, but when it does, Splash Dive Center is sure to be part of it.

The Sister Reef Project is a fundraiser powered by the people of Belize with proceeds supporting the World Wildlife Fund. Because Belize wants to remain the second greatest barrier reef in the world, we’ll share all proceeds with our sister reef, The Great Barrier Reef. Funds will be used to help restore and protect each barrier reef against future damage. When the reefs are better we are all better!

What better way to protect the reef and […]

Splash Featured On Belize Mek We Go

Splash Dive Center is feature on Belize’s 1st Digital Travel Show.| Belize Mek We Go. Placencia along with Laughing Bird Caye, Ras Mary and Garifuna Drumming were showcased in the very 1st Episode of Belize Mek We Go.
What is Belize Mek We Go?
Show Co-Producer Azalia Gongora explains that Belize Mek We Go is a unique travel show highlighting travel destinations in and around Belize. The show wants everyone to experience destinations like a local traveler through the eyes of our fun and entertaining hosts. Follow travel junkie Geraldine Sosa, and Belize’s most loved Chef, Sean Kuylen as they embark on […]

By |February 10th, 2018|Belize, Blog, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Explore Belize Mainland Attractions of Western Belize

Western Belize offers plenty of attractions. Explore Belize and its many activities ranging from archeological sites, National Parks, botanical gardens, medicinal trails, butterfly farms and a variety of activities. Are you a nature lover, an adventure seeker? Western Belize is where you should start your Belize Adventure.

The Cayo district offers plenty of adventures for the trill seeker and then there is the local charm to each town and village.
Explore Belize |Top Things To Do In Cayo
Medicine Trails

If you are a nature seekers, Belize will just sweep your feet away as Belize’s Flora and Fauna is one of the richest in […]

By |November 14th, 2017|Belize, Belize vacation, Blog|0 Comments

Why is Belize The Best Scuba Diving Spot?

 

Belize home of the longest Barrier Reef in the Western Hemisphere not only offers the best scuba diving spot, but also offers a variety of diving sites you can only dream about. Enjoy the clear warm waters as you explore the underwater world viewing a variety of fishes and beautiful living coral species. The Belize Barrier Reef is 185 miles long made up of a sequence of coral reef bordering the coast of Belize.  Some of the best dive spots in Belize occur at the three Caribbean atolls:

Turneffe Atoll

Turneffe atoll is the largest of the three and is situated 20 […]

Happy Garifuna Settlement Day 2015!

The Garinagu, are valiant fighters who today continue to practice their cultural values within the land they occupy. These are people who have triumphed in history and their celebration is grandiose. The Garinagu are the descendants of Carib, Arawak and West African people who lived in the Lesser Antilles, especially St. Vicent.

The Garinagu arrived in Belize in 1802 and settled in Southern Belize. The historic activist, Thomas Vincent Ramos, cannot be overlooked, as he disputed for the rights of African-descent people in Belize. Thomas Ramos along with Pataleon Hernandez and Domingo Ventura spoke freely and successfully petitioned for the government […]

Southwest Flies to Belize

Who wouldn’t want to come to Belize?

Southwest has announced non-stop flight to the jewel, Belize starting October 15, 2015. The opening of this new international flight to Belize is sure to boost the already up and coming visits to Belize. CEO Gary Kelly, announced it will be adding flights to Costa Rica, Jamaica, and Belize from Houston’s largest airport, George Bush Continental. The addition of these flights will surely bring about competition with other airlines, mainly United Airlines.

Brad Hawkins, Senior Advisor for Communication for Southwest visited Belize’s number one tourism destination, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, in February of this month […]

Belize & Splash Dive Center Welcomes Southwest

Southwest Airlines has expanded services to Belize. On October 15. 2015 Southwest first nonstop flight landed at the Phillip S.W. Goldson International Airport from Houston Hobby International Terminal. This was certainly a historic flight as it was Southwest first time landing in Belize. This flight is sure to cause competition with the other major airlines currently flying to Belize. Southwest is known for having the lowest rates compared to its competitors.

Southwest Airlines definitely gives you the most bang for your buck with:

Free checked bags up to 50 lbs.
No Change fees
Friendly flight attendants
Restrictions are limited

The first flight to Belize was certainly a […]

Belize September Celebrations |Belize’s Patriotic Colors: Red, White and Blue showcased

 
Belize September Celebrations |Belize’s Patriotic Colors: Red, White and Blue showcased
The month of September is time for a joyful celebration. On this month patriotism shines bright, as everyone shares in the joy of celebrating their homeland. Events are scheduled throughout the month with the opening of the National Song Competition held in the old capital, Belize. The song competition is held in August and is in preparation for September. Everyone has a chance to submit a unique song based solely on their patriotism to the country. New talents are discovered as everyone participates in making September a joyful and memorable […]

By |September 8th, 2015|Belize, Blog, Uncategorized|0 Comments