The Great Blue Hole – Belize
Belize: A Genuine Treasure
Tucked just south of Mexico along the Caribbean coast of Central America, Belize has long enjoyed the allure that comes with being a relatively undiscovered tropical destination. From ancient Mayan archaeological sites to today’s thriving multi-ethnic population and vast marine and terrestrial ecosystems, it is brimming with adventures that seem to be custom-designed for curious souls.
Ambergris Caye: The Ultimate in World-Class Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
Tucked just south of Mexico along the Caribbean coast of Central America, Belize has long enjoyed the allure that comes with being a relatively undiscovered tropical destination. From ancient Mayan archaeological sites to today’s thriving multi-ethnic population and vast marine and terrestrial ecosystems, it is brimming with adventures that seem to be custom-designed for curious souls.
Belize Fast Facts
Major Languages: English (official), Spanish (second)
Currency: Belize dollar (BZD) – Rate: BZD 2 to USD
Foreign Investment: Fully titled land
Travel Visa: Not required for USA, EU and Canada
Climate: Tropical
Government: Parliamentary democracy; member of the Commonwealth of Nations; legal system based on British Common Law
Ambergris Caye has been named “Mexico and Central America’s Leading Destination” by World Travel Awards.
Belize offers the character and qualities that make it an ideal place for foreign nationals to purchase real estate. The country’s excellent natural resources and historic sites provide perfect conditions for eco-tourism, adventure, and cultural tourism. Its economic and legal system are equally inviting.
Flights from 18 cities in 7 countries on 9 airlines
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport just northwest of Belize City receives direct and non-stop international flights from major cities across the United States, Canada, Panama, Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador. The brief flight from Belize City to San Pedro’s tiny airstrip on Ambergris Caye takes visitors on a bird’s-eye tour above the emerald green and turquoise hues of the Caribbean Sea.