| FEATURE | DESCRIPTION |
| From Hardship to Success. Celebrating the Menonites 50th Anniversary in Belize |
Spanish Lookout celebrates 50 years of living, working and contributing to the development of Belize. |
| A Wine of a Time |
I awoke to the deafening sound of raindrops beating down on my typical Belizean roof of galvanized metal - on any other Saturday morning, this would signal... |
| "Called" |
On October, 28th 2007, Andy Palacio received the World Music Award (WOMEX) in Seville, Spain. The album titled "WATINA" meaning "I called out," was described as "one of the most unusual, intriguing and rewarding musical contributions of 2007." - This prestigious recognition which highlighted the rich cultural diversity of the small Caribbean country of Belize, already gaining popularity as an English speaking, eco- tourism destination on the Caribbean coast of Central America. For this Belizean this journey of international acclaim was long awaited. Every Belizean man, woman and child felt pride in Andy’s accomplishment. |
| Garifuna Settlement Day 2007 |
Every year on November 19th, the small sea-front town of Dangriga celebrates the first arrival of the Garifuna people to Belize in 1832. Highlighting the festivities is the "Yurumei", an early-morning re-enactment of the Garifuna arriving by boat to the Dangrigan shores. |
| Belize in Bloom! |
Excursions into the Belizean countryside in May result in unexpected adventures and Belize in bloom. . |
| Snappers Gone Wild |
A Belizean college student’s account of the search for a glimpse of the spectacular snapper spawning on the Belize barrier reef. |
| Betta Dahn Bittas? (Better than Bitters?) |
The weekend of March 9th is a long holiday weekend in Belize, honoring Belize's benefactor, Baron Bliss and the venue of the increasingly popular La Ruta Maya - a grueling 4 day cross country canoe race from the western border to the Caribbean Sea. The onset of the flu was about to hamper my participation in the festivities unless I was dared to try an ancient local remedy. |
| Of Maize and Men |
When it comes to gastronomy in Belize, there isn't much debate about which Belizean dish ranks the highest on the popularity chart... |
| An Explosion of Garifuna Culture | 204 years ago, the Garinagu, a product of African and Amerindian intermarriage, paddled their way to the shores of Belize in wooden canoes. Every year Belizeans remember this event. Join Belizean Journeys as we celebrate the Garifuna culture. |
| Belize at 25 | This year, Belize celebrated it’s 25th anniversary as an independent nation and the month leading up to September 21st. was marked with a host of, pageantry, ceremony, festivity, contests, parades and displays of patriotism. |
| Stuck on the South | The Chronicle of a cyclist who goes pedaling down the Southern Highway in Belize in an effort to remove a wad of chewing gum stuck to the front wheel of her bike. |
| Caye Caulker - A Children's Caye | Take a tour of Caye Caulker, a favorite child friendly Belizean vacation destination. |
| Tarpon Fever | A fishing guide expresses his excitement for tarpon fishing. |
| The Scared One and the Sea | Join an adventurer's humorously candid fight to overcome her fear of large bodies of water by repeatedly venturing into interestingly diversified areas of Belizean waters. |
| Easter in Belize | The biggest holiday in Belize is marked by family outings, annual events, and the observance of Easter. |
| The Rock | A journey on the Hummingbird and Western Highways leads to adventure and discovery in unique places. |
| Seine Bight: a village of richness | A couple on vacation in Seine Bight observe great wealth in the most unlikely of places. |
| Tying the Knot | A couple celebrates their destination wedding just thirty minutes from home. |
| Explorations of the Underground | A research team from the Institute of Archaeology sets out to document a group of uncharted caves near the Sibun River. |
| A Haircut in Corozal | While visiting the northern town of Corozal, a young traveler walks into a barbershop only to come out with far more than just a haircut. |
| The Crocodile Chronicles: From the Ovens of Orange Walk to the High Temple of Lamanai | Crocodile seekers on boat tour from Orange Walk Town to the Maya site Lamanai discover that this reptile comes in a variety of forms-some more approachable than others. |
| The Twelve Days of Christmas in Belize | A photo gallery of the various gifts of Belize accompanied in song by the staff of Naturalight Productions Ltd. |
| Environmental Art Lands near Benque | Poustinia, a park featuring nature, the ancient Maya, and modern artwork poses questions on contemporary society.. |
| Where Jaguars Walk | A Doctoral candidate shares his life-changing experience in the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. |
| Drop us at Paradise | A volunteer in Belize lands the ultimate volunteer gig to assist on an underwater photo shoot at Southwater Caye Marine Reserve. |
| Happy Birthday Belize! | The northern town of Orange Walk celebrates Belize's 24th birthday in rhythm and color. |
| Say it like d' Belizean | A kwik guide to speaking and reading Belize Creole, an English-based Kriol language. |
| Much to Harp About | Five Harpy Eagles bred in captivity in Panama have been transplanted in Belize as part of the Belize Harpy Eagle Restoration Program. |
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Beat the Heat at the Agric Show | Journey to the most popular annual event in Belize which yields a weekend of fun-filled activities for all ages. |
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The Little Bag of Hope | Share a spirit of hope and optimism when a lost little bag is found and returned to the owners. |
| Boomed on the Belize River | Basque in the tranquility of a riverside village that celebrates traditional life as it hosts horse racing and La Ruta Maya River Challenge. |
| Placencia Arts Festival - 2005 | The longest sidewalk in the world bursts with color at the annual Placencia Arts Festival where artists and crafters from across the country converge to demonstrate their creativity. |
| Life at the End of the Road | Toucan Trail hotels in the Corozal District of Northern Belize may be off the main roads but the journey leads to Mayan sites, forest reserves, seaside villages and interesting people. |
| All to the Sound of the Brokdong | The two-day Christmas Bram celebration in Gales Point Manatee features Brokdong music and house to house dancing and singing. |
| Are you here for the Drumming? | A family visits the Lebeha Drumming Center of Hopkins Village and is captivated by the rhythms, music and dance of the Garifuna culture. |
| Lamanai with the Occidental Tourist | Two suburbanites travel on the New River of Orange Walk northern Belize to explore the ancient Maya archaeological site of Lamanai, the longest occupied Mayan city in the country. |
| Authentic Garifuna Music | Garifuna music is a vital part of tradition and cultural preservation in Dangriga, southern Belize. |
| It's Carnival Time | Experience Carnival - the best free and most anticipated cultural production in Belize! |
| Toledo The Unforgettable! | Toucan Trail Toledo Belize - visit to Punta Gorda Toledo to collect information on small hotels and local flavor. |
| Inspiring Minds Want to Go | A writer finds inspiration on a day trip to Laughingbird Caye National Park. |
| Cavetubing | Enjoy some of Belize's natural attractions while cavetubing down the Caves Branch River. |
| The Best of Orange Walk | Independent travelers to Orange Walk Northern Belize find affordable accommodations and adventure on the Toucan Trail. |
| A Whale of a "Tail" | A whale shark diving and snorkeling trip off the coast of Placencia Southern Belize ends in a close encounter. |
| Surviving the Rainforest | The Belize Rainforest - A 3-Day Trek through the Meso-American Biological Corridor. |
| The Name is Jade ... Jade Head | The history of the Belize's jade head from Altun Ha discovery to present-day preservation. |
| Diving and Dancing Desires | La Isla Temptation Island offers diving by day and dancing by night. |
| Looking For Art In All The Right Places | The first ever Placencia SidewalkArt Festival featured a variety of artistic styles and media displayed along the sidewalk in Placencia Village Southern Belize. |
| Can I Get You Something To Drink? | The cultural phenomenon of Belizean drinks blends well with the Caribbean mentality of the Belizean people. |
| Love is in Belize | A simple elegant wedding in the beach of Placencia Village, Southern Belize. |
| Belize City Happy Hour | Happy Hour on a Friday Night in Belize City is a fun time to spend with lively entertainment, bocas and friends. |
| Up Boom Creek | An Adventurer explores Boom Creek by canoe at night while remembering the day's events and cultural encounters. |
| Wanaragua | Dia del Rey is the ending of a fortnight of wanaragua -johnkunnu dancing- and is celebrated on the 6th January or the weekend closest to that date. |
| Los Finados | Los Finados is a Maya-Mestizo tradition still being practiced on November 2 in Benque Viejo Del Carmen, Cayo District, Belize. |
| Drums of my Father | People of Dangriga celebrate the inauguration of the Drums of our Father monument. |
| Emblem of Freedom | The prestigious queen of the Bay pageant is one of the main highlights of the September celebration. |
| Journey from the Reef to Lobster | An interesting point of view depicting the catching of the lobster to the preparation of this delectable crustacean. |
| Mango Season in Belize | Some aspects of the social rituals associated with childhood and mango season in Belize have changed very little since Grandma's days. |
| Ave Belice | A trip down Mexico Creek in rural Belize turns out fruitful for a boat of birdwatchers. |
| A Day at the Races | Experience the thrill of the horse races in Burrell Boom, rural Belize District. |
| I'm a Fruit, Not a Nut | Sample the versatile cashew fruit and the village of Crooked Tree, rural Belize District. |
| Saturated in Life | Grief in the Garifuna community of Dangriga is a community experience. |
| The Spirit of La Ruta Maya 2003 | Much more than a race, the La Ruta Maya River Challenge is a life experience. |
| Land of the Free by the Caribbean Sea | Witness democracy, politics and government in Belize. |
| Belizean Food | The Latin flavor of Central America combines with the seasonnings and spices of the Caribbean in Belizean foods. |
| La Ruta Maya River Challenge | What do you call an 180 mile river, a trio over 40, 4 days in March and 1 canoe? |
| The View from the Sky, A Visit to the Maya Site of Caracol | Canaa in the archaeological park of Caracol is Belize's tallest man made building. |
| Wrong Turns and Side Roads | The side roads of Northern Belize offer countless opportunities for adventure and exploration. |
| Twas the Time Around Christmas | Celebrate a traditional Belizean Christmas in Belize. |
| Christmas in Belize | The various cultures of Belize have their own Christmas traditions. |
| Garifuna Cultural Survival | The Garifuna, people, culture, music, dance, rituals and quest for survival. |
| Belize's Daily Escape | Explore Belize through breathtaking and beautiful images from the Maya Mountains to the coral reefs. |
| Proud and Strong and 21 | Belizeans celebrate 21 years of independence. |
| The Voice of the Guide | Fly fish Belize waters reassured by the voice of fishing and fly fishing tour guides. |
| Simplicity is a way of Life | Shark Ray Alley and island life combine for a tour of island of Caye Caulker Belize. |
| Placencia Lobsterfest | Celebrate the opening of the lobster Season in Placencia - Belize. |
| Got Seaweed? | Discover the secrets of the popular Belizean elixir, the seaweed shake. |
| Glover's Reef: Poseidon's Garden | Accompany a marine biologist on a journey to Glover's Reef Atoll Marine Reserve in Southern Belize. |
| Of A Sunday Morning in Dangriga | Children congregate at Sacred Heart Church in Dangriga, Belize for First Holy Communion. |
| Belize City Inside Out | Get a peak at Belize City's main attractions. |
| Easter in San Ignacio | The twin towns of San Ignacio and Santa Elena, Belize celebrate a traditional Easter. |
| Troglodyte Delight | Belize's caves take you into the past to Maya Rituals artifacts and skeletal remains. |
| The Best Little Zoo in the World | The Belize Zoo educates visitors on the conservation of Belize's endangered animals. |
| Mangrove Conservation | Conservationist work to keep the third largest mangrove reserve in Belize, Central America intact. |
| Help for the Hawksbill Turtle | Scientist repopulate the endangered species of hawksbill turtle in Belize. |
| Return of the Call of the Wild | A team of naturalists conserve the Black Howler Monkeys of the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. |
| Kayaking the Sibun Gorge | A team of courageous adventurers kayak the Sibun River from the Maya Mountains to tropical rainforest and into the unknown. |
