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...
Why Fishing Enthusiasts Love Belize During the Summer Months
Do fish love summer more than winter? It’s hard to assess their viewpoints since scientists haven’t found a way to communicate with them (yet), but there is no question about how folks who fish look upon the summer season: They love it. Perhaps this has...
How To Take The Ultimate Vacation In Belize
Travel+Leisure magazine author Evie Carrick suggests that intrepid travelers commit to taking an “ultimate vacation every decade.” If your next milestone is on the horizon, it's never too early to start planning. What defines the ultimate vacation? Age and budget impact your decision, as does...
Summer in Belize: The Perfect Blend of Island Relaxation and Outdoor Adventure
“It's not worth doing something unless someone, somewhere, would much rather you weren't doing it!” wrote Terry Pratchett. Otherwise known as Sir Terence David John Pratchett, this English author, humorist, and satirist could always be counted on for jokes, and this one alludes to the...
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...
Can’t Decide How to Spend Your Belize Summer Getaway? Sample Everything!
Culinary historians writing for The Kitchn.com website would like you to know that a Smorgasbord is not just a buffet. It’s a Swedish culinary tradition with roots originating in the 14th century when society’s elite placed an assortment of bread, butter, and cheeses on dining...
At Last: A Loyalty Program That You’ll be Delighted to Claim!
Why do couples, friends traveling together and families return to the same resort repeatedly? Some insist that repeat visits promise a stress-free sojourn while others are relieved to know that they won’t have to deal with a new property’s “unknowns.” Additional explanations include familiarity, comfort,...
What to Expect From a Snorkeling Adventure on Glover’s Reef This Summer
Workshop Facilitator Rachel Green pulled no punches when she authored a LinkedIn post about the power of expectations. She crafted a headline sure to get attention: “When expectations bite you in the butt...” she begins, before addressing the problem we all experience when we set...
Discover the Belize Barrier Reef from the Comfort of a Private Island Resort
As Belize’s number one tourist spot, the Belize Barrier Reef is not only a unique Western Hemisphere attraction, but it surpasses Australia’s equally famous barrier reef because Belize’s version is a “double barrier,” one of only six on Earth. It’s visible from space, say astronauts,...