Bewitching Belize offers the best of the Caribbean and Central Americas.
This tiny country of about 8500 square miles is situated on the east coast of Central America, about 16o North of the Equator.
 The population of some 300,000 are of mixed races, mainly, Garifunan, Creole, Mayan and Spanish. There are strong British and U.S. influences with English being the working language.
Belize was until 1964, British Honduras and remained as a British Colony until 1981. The tiny democracy has retained and improved upon many of the institutions and infrastructure introduced by the British. Belize boasts of high standard hospitals, schools and social programmes not enjoyed by many of the neighbouring countries.
The Belizeans are warm, friendly, contented people, who welcome visitors to their non-threatening society.
 Belize is bordered by Guatemala to the West and South, and the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico to the North. Trips across the borders are easy, provided proper documents are presented and can be made by car comfortably in a day. However consult your home government's advisories regarding any proposed travel outside Belize.
Health precautions: as with any tropical environment, the more adventurous you choose to be, the more precautions need to be taken.
Visitors who are aware of their individual sensitivities arrive prepared but those who are inexperienced or unsure should seek advice from their family physician or local health clinic. |
