According to British journalist Mark Easton, “Psychologists have been developing the theory of “vacation identity.” The thinking behind this term is derived from Sigmund Freud’s assertion that, “We need to be free from ourselves sometimes,” and what could be more freeing than an island vacation?...
Grab Your Share of Summer Sunshine at Manta Island Resort
Is there a difference between getting your fill of sunshine on an island rather than a beach on a mainland? Scientists say there is, and for reasons that may surprise you. First, did you know that air quality is different on an island? The amount...
Inspired by Robinson Crusoe? Visit Manta Island Resort. It’s Anything But Primitive!
In case it’s been too many years since your English teacher made you read Robinson Crusoe, the Daniel Defoe novel that captivated readers after its 1719 publication, you may have forgotten that this “self-narrated” tale tells the story of a young Englishman who ignored his...
The Magic of Summer: All Yours on this Magical Caribbean Island
How do you define magic? If you’ve got children, this question is open to interpretation and likely involves dragons, wizards, and an assortment of colorful creatures with or without wings. Teens find magic in their latest love interest because they feel transported to bliss simply...
Belize’s Manta Island Resort: Where Unforgettable Turtle Encounters Await
Belize’s Manta Island Resort may have been named for the graceful manta rays that thrive around Glover’s Reef Atoll, an elegant ring of coral that hosts this popular resort, but these rays—who are every bit as intelligent as dolphins, primates, and elephants—prepare to share their...
This Romantic Belize Island Offers Guests Privacy and Epic Packages
If you want to trigger a healthy debate among couples in your crowd, ask this question: How Much Privacy in a Relationship Is Acceptable? Jenni Jacobsen LCSW interviewed couples for a Marriage.com blog post and you may be surprised to read what she learned: Every...
Adventure Made Easy: Curated All-Inclusive Trips From This Belize Island
Are you aware of the fact that adventure is good for you? That’s no trivial statement, says Cormac Davey who has been on his own quest for adventure for 33 years. During every one of his journeys, Davey came to profound conclusions about how adventures...
Got a Tropical Bucket List? 10 Reasons to Put This Belize Island at the Top!
According to Wall Street Journal contributor Ben Zimmer, most people think that the words “bucket list” originated with the 2007 Jack Nicholson/Morgan Freeman movie of the same name about guys on a road trip to see places before they die, but surprisingly, the concept of...
A Family-Style Manta Island Resort Getaway Delivers Fun and Health Benefits
Can a family vacation improve your health? The answer is yes—even if your clan is best known for being a bit boisterous and energetic when gathering. If you’re not sure how these getaways benefit everyone's health, take the word of Health Network experts who have...
This Private Belize Island Helps Guests Disconnect From the World
Once upon a time, people worked so hard from sunup to sundown that nobody worried about decompressing and relaxing because all that expended energy was no match for fatigue that overwhelmed mind and body by day’s end. Not so these days, say folks of all...