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...
Dive, Explore, Unwind: The Ultimate Belize Barrier Reef Vacation
How many activities do you think you can cram into your next Caribbean vacation? If you’ve chosen Belize as your destination, the sky’s the limit—especially if you book accommodations on an offshore island that has been called one of the most relaxing places on earth,...
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 Ultimate Summer Escape: Glover’s Reef Atoll is Your Ticket to Paradise
Tired of the same old summer getaway? Why not start a new tradition of adventure, fun, and learning just a few hours away in Belize where Glover’s Reef Atoll is known for transporting visitors back in time? Just one of four atolls in the Western...
The Benefits Of Renting An Island In Belize For A Group Getaway
Can you imagine your corporate, business, or organization's group enjoying the entirety of a Caribbean island that’s staffed by professional, unobtrusive staffers? No need. Manta Island Resort, off Belize’s coastline, is designed to host group get-togethers and the cost of this experience is less than...
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...
Overwater Reef Bungalows: Where Group Vacations Are Never Ordinary!
Few experiences compare to vacationing at a resort that hugs the seashore where waves provide soothing lullabies and thoughts of splashing in the surf first thing in the morning put mind and body into a state of bliss. But how would you like to shorten...
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...