If you have been searching for information about the upcoming vacation you’ve begun to plan and already know that your destination will be Belize, you have probably run into tonnage of travel articles, ads, and influencer remarks about Ambergris Caye. As Belize’s largest island, Ambergris...
Private Belize Island Getaway for the Perfect Fall Retreat
You may never have heard of Helen MacMillan, Founder & CEO at SovereignMinds LLC, but you’re sure to agree with her when you learn that she believes that retreats can be powerful and perhaps even life-affirming. If you’ve no idea what goes on at retreats,...
Celebrate the 2026 Holidays in Style During Your Belize Getaway
Once upon a time, typical North American Christmas celebrations involved having snow tires mounted on cars, frantically wrapping gifts, packing car trunks, and slogging to one family member’s home to celebrate the holiday season. These scenarios were rendered wistfully by the likes of Currier and...
Why October & November Are the Secret Best Time to Visit a Belize Private Island
Did you know that October and November are the best months to visit Caribbean hot spots? Kids are back in school. Summer vacations are no more than memories in the minds of folks who treasure their late in year holidays, and tourists who don't mind...
Are You Up For a Night Dive During Your Belize Adventure?
It was hard to ignore the heated conversation at the table next to ours as we gathered to watch the night sky descend over the beach during our getaway to Manta Island Resort. A couple of fervent divers argued that daytime dives are the ultimate...
Catch Your Own Dinner in Belize: Fishing Adventures You’ll Brag About Forever
Amber Thrane manages to run her business and juggle the responsibilities of making sure her husband, three kids, a dog, turtle, and fish all thrive. One way she makes this happen is by emphasizing family getaways—especially those that are fun and educational. One of Amber’s...
Build A Great Itinerary For Your Island-Based Belize Family Vacation
Are you busy planning a Belize family vacation? Lucky you! This is an ideal destination for families because everyone speaks English. What’s the first step you must take before you pack? Find the ideal resort—a Caribbean sanctuary that prioritizes kids. Manta Island Resort, off Belize’s...
The Ocean in Belize Isn’t Just a View — It’s the Highlight of Your All Inclusive Island Stay
Can simply looking at a body of water give us pleasure and alter the body’s physiological and emotional perspectives? It can, writes Kathleen Holder whose University of California journal article explains that a single glance at a waterway can heighten every one of your senses—even...
Think You’ve Seen It All? This Belize Island Resort Will Surprise You
It’s no secret that human beings love surprises, but did you know that we need surprises too? Dr. Jill Suttie explains why in her Greater Good magazine (a science-based publication focused on a meaningful life). “Surprise, whether good or bad, is critical for bringing vitality...
Manta Island Resort Wins Two 2026 Tripadvisor Best of the Best Awards!
Gamblers love doubling down when placing bets. We’re charmed when we encounter identical twins, and who doesn’t love getting a great two-for-one deal when we shop? Two is always better than one, which is why folks at Belize's Manta Island Resort were thrilled to have...