Journalist Emma Sparks got it right when she claimed that “in a world where spontaneity in travel is almost fetishized, meticulous planners – a group with which I proudly identify – tend to get a bad rep.” To further support her case for planning ahead, she posted an article on the Lonely Planet website that proves it’s impossible to underestimate the benefits of long-term planning.
If you’ve got your eye on a 2024 getaway to Belize, we’ve adapted her suggestions into a short list of tips. There are probably more, but if the idea of starting early appeals to you, this read will confirm your instincts, especially if you are eager to treat yourself to an island escape!
- Islands are small. Getting a reservation at one is likely to take more time than a mainland property, so the earlier you book, the better your chances of getting the dates that perfectly suit your schedule.
- Early travel planners save money. While putting together your game plan, you’ll want to ask folks at airlines and resorts for the dates and times that are the least expensive, so you’ve got cash left over for indulgences.
- Crafting the ideal itinerary takes time, but it pays off. Sparks recommends using a spreadsheet to schedule so you aren’t disappointed when you reach your destination.
- Get to know Belize. By sleuthing out a variety of things to see and do in advance, you could discover that the most intriguing experiences escaped your radar because you didn’t do your homework.
- Invest in a great suitcase if the last one you purchased was during the Clinton presidency. Styles and materials currently available to travelers are mind-boggling, so keep in mind weight, durability, and portability (yes, wheels are important).
- Wallow in anticipation! It’s one of the biggest perks you get because no matter what goes wrong at work, home, or in the world in general, you have an island vacation on the horizon and just the thought of that could sustain you for months!
Pick the perfect island for your 2024 getaway
Manta Island Resort is unique for myriad reasons. This 12-acre paradise is home to only nine oceanfront cabanas and three two-bedroom reef villas, thus if you crave privacy, intimacy, and tranquility, this secluded atoll delivers all three. Named one of the world’s hottest new hotels by Tripadvisor Travelers, guests rave about the all inclusive packages and add-ons.
You can also grab the current special requiring you to book now—but you can schedule your trip between now and December 18, 2024. If that’s not the incentive that rewards you for pre-planning, at least admit that this is the best idea you’ve had since you began dreaming about an island vacation!
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