The in-depth traveller's guide to Belize, and Guatemala's Petén

Lodging, restaurants, sights, adventure and travel tips; plus immigration, investment and retirement information. ~Updated continuously~

Rediscovering Belize
(and a little bit of Guatemala)
A note from the new (old) editor

It has been a long hiatus for me, away from the Belize Report. After 11 years of building and running a successful resort in Cayo, the place has sold and I am setting out to rediscover my own (albeit adopted) country. Much of the original material on this site is outdated, if not obsolete; so it will gradually be updated or archived, and new material added as I make my way around the country.

I am adding a new aspect, as well, that being the area known as Petén, Guatemala. This department meets the western border of Belize and encompases many amazing ruins of Maya cities such as Yaxha, El Mirador, and the legendary Tikal; with more sites being re-discovered almost weekly. It is also home to the famous island city of Flores situated in the beautiful lake Petén Itza. Many of these areas are accessible as day trips from Belize, but I encourage people to add a few days onto their holiday to explore this area with the time it deserves. Enjoy your holiday! --Pamella Picon

Photo: Temple in the North Acropolis of Yaxha
in Petén, Guatemala

Temple at Yaxha North Acropolis

Current Features:
New articles are added as they become available

WHAT'S NEW:

Let's talk about Safety!
Latest facts regarding recent security issues in the Cayo District, and why it is now the safest place in Belize.

TripAdvisor
Your best new tool for planning a trip to Belize!

Mopan River Resort
Belize's first all-inclusive luxury resort offers great adventure and great value, without sacrificing comfort.

Weddings in Belize
It is easier than ever to get married in paradise...A sampling of resorts and services available for your ceremony.

UPDATED
Head for the Hills! The Cayo District

Long unknown, but now a prime attraction of Mainland Belize; visitors are discovering the riches of the inland tropical experience in the hills of Cayo.

"Know before you go" Guide
Many useful tips you should know before making your journey to Belize, including a suggested packing list: Entry Requirements, Health, Currency...

 

LODGING | SITES & EXCURSIONS

RESTAURANTS | USEFUL INFORMATION

BUSINESS & INVESTMENT

Updated: August 2008

Best bird book:
Birds of Belize
H. Lee Jones / U of Texas Press
A "must-have" for birders!
Available from amazon.com

Airlines currently serving Belize:

Continental
via Houston and Newark
www.continental.com

American
via Dallas and Miami
www.aa.com

Delta via Atlanta
www.delta.com

USAirways via Charlotte NC
www.usair.com

TACA
via LAX, Houston and El Salvador
www.taca.com

Visit these links or ontact your favourite travel website or travel agent.

Belize Tourism Board
(USA) 1-800-624-0686
info@travelbelize.org


Map of Belize

A detailed look at the districts, major cities and highways in Belize, and the location of each facility or site featured in the Belize Report.

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