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Belize on Lonely Planet’s 2017 Best Value Destinations

Belize on Lonely Planet’s 2017 Best Value Destinations | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

Belize is number 6 on Lonely Planet's Best Value Destinations for 2017.  Picture is of the Jungle Splash pontoon boat on Vaca Lake.

 

"Belize is often thought of as one of Central America’s pricier options – but let’s take a fresh look. Here you can dive or snorkel as though you’re in the Caribbean and tour Mayan ruins such as Caraco, found deep in wildlife-packed jungle that could only be in Central America. And you won’t face long journeys: Belize is the same size as Wales or Massachusetts. Belize’s proximity to Mexico and the Caribbean has ensured a lively and exceptionally good-value street-food scene, making budget meals effortless. Yes, there are big-ticket resorts on Ambergris Caye, but head south to Placencia and Hopkins for laid- back beach culture that’s still making its way onto the map."

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Five Common Myths about Belize Busted

Five Common Myths about Belize Busted | Cayo Scoop!  The Ecology of Cayo Culture | Scoop.it

These aren't the myths you're thinking.  This humorous article from the Huffington Post dispels some travel based myths.  Belize isn't an island, has great Mayan ruins, like Caracol pictured above, and surely isn't boring.  Where'd they come up with those myths, anyways?  Xunantunich and Chaa Creek are both given as myth busting examples, and they even have a funny video of Xunantunich, and of course they don't quite get the pronunciation correct.

 

"There is a unique pocket in the world that buzzes with warmth, inner peace and joy.  The people are peaceful, with a quiet confidence emanating from their eyes.  They smile broadly, and are filled with energetic laughter, friendly gazes and cozy hugs.  Welcome to Belize...

 

So scrap your preconceived ideas of this petite little country, smushed between Guatemala, Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.  Although part of Central America, both geographically and politically, it refuses to be part of its neighbors to the left.  Rather, Belize celebrates a diverse culture; in fact, they're known as the Central American melting pot.'

 

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