Cayo Scoop! The Ecology of Cayo Culture

Cayo got hyped up in International Living.  While it's audience is more for people thinking of moving here, it's a good article, and highlights what they think people like about Cayo and its culture.  It's mentions the market, Midas, the SIRH, and even the Chaya Garden Ashram in Cristo Rey.  Cayo rules!

"The fertile Cayo is the bread basket of Belize. It’s also an eco-tourism wonderland.  This region is abundant with exotic birds, indigenous creatures, vibrant flowers and magnificent trees.  Belize’s most desirable hardwood trees—mahogany, zericote and rosewood—thrive in the Cayo...  San Ignacio’s Saturday open market is a social/cultural shopping event.  It’s the country’s largest open market.  Located on the edge of town—next to the banks of the Macal River—the market is expansive, aromatic, and buzzing with activity.  You’ll find an abundant, colorful selection of fresh fruits, veggies, herbs and regional food on offer.  All are locally grown and reasonably priced."

Cayo was featured again on the Huffington Post and on International Living.   Mr. Greedy's, the Saturday market, and Rotary all got mentioned in the fact filled article.

"Geographically, the more than 2,000 square miles of this district offer everything from broad farmlands, gently rolling citrus orchards and cattle ranches to rugged mountains laced with caves and deep river gorges.  No wonder that along with agriculture, eco-tourism is now a mainstay of Cayo's economy.  Tourists are drawn by the many caves, waterfalls, and Maya archeological sites... more sites than any other district in Belize.  In fact, more than 60 percent of Cayo district is wildlife sanctuary, national park, or preserve."