Every year on November 19th, Belize commemorates the arrival of the Garifuna people—also known as the Garinagu—to its shores with much fanfare. An afro-indigenous people, the Garinagu carry with them a rich heritage and a vibrant history, and Garifuna Settlement Day is undoubtedly one of the country’s most anticipated holidays of the year.

The Holiday Season is fast approaching, and with it the promise of tropical cheer and plenty of new memories to be made in Belize. Whether you’re looking forward to Thanksgiving travel or enjoying some Caribbean Christmas cheer, The Belize Collection has crafted the perfect calendar of events for your festive season enjoyment.

Just in case you missed it: there’s a new and unique way for travelers to experience the Belizean rainforest. Perched beside the winding Sibun River and hidden away among the trees, The Rainforest Tented Camp

This Fall, fitness enthusiasts in Belize will be running for more than just personal achievement thanks to three highly anticipated charity runs. With causes ranging from the protection of Central America’s largest cat species to croc conservation

No matter where you are, the end-of-year months bring with them an undeniable air of magic and romance. As Summer gives way to Fall, swimsuits and festivals are traded in for cooler temperatures, spirited gatherings, and, yes, plenty of proposals too.

There’s no denying that lobster is one of Belize’s most beloved crustaceans. Alongside favorites like Mango Fest and the Chocolate Festival, the country’s annual Lobster Fest is one of the most anticipated food festivals of the year.

For the savvy traveler, the period from June to November offers a world of perks when it comes to vacationing in the tropics. The crowds dissipate. Hotel and resort rates plummet. And in some destinations, like Belize, it can feel at times as if you have the entire place to yourself.

Would you use the following words to describe yourself: adventurous, curious, daring, up-for-anything? When facing obstacles, do your friends turn to you and say, “you first”? Are you the type to boldly venture forth, excited for the stories after?

One of the joys of travel is discovering local cuisine, tasting the local treats and dishes that make up a vital part of the nation you’re visiting. Belize is synonymous with warm, friendly people and absolutely delicious food.

A year ago, The Belize Collection embarked on a remarkable storytelling journey. Coffee with Conservationists is a series that focuses on the people and organizations that have undertaken heroic work to protect and preserve the environment throughout Belize.

The Belize Collection is gearing up to host the second annual Belize Songwriter Festival on May 17 and 18, 2024 at The Lodge at Jaguar Reef. Country music will fill the air at our Hopkins beach with drinks in hand and flip-flops in sand.

During the Lenten season, the stories of disturbing, unnatural occurrences seem to increase across Belize. Lent is attributed to such things like the reappearance of local legends like the Alux (a-loosh) and the Xtabai (ish-tah-bai), to the increase in unfortunate accidents along the highway.

The Belize Collection recognizes the importance of women in society, not just on International Women’s Day, but every day of the year. After all, they make up a fair share of the 320 employees throughout the various properties.

While it’s always a great time to visit Belize, the ‘dry season’ tends to unfold a special magic for travelers. Perhaps where you come from throws a full four seasons at you – but in Belize, we just have two: wet and dry! From November to May, the weather is significantly different, with less rainfall, a drier temperate climate.

Marriage, honeymoon bliss, sharing a home and being domestic, with vacations in far-flung, exotic locations – these are all wonderful moments that many couples are encouraged to enjoy to the fullest. The time spent as “just the two of us” is priceless and should be cherished.

Flowers, chocolates, dinner at a nice restaurant…those all sound like a familiar theme for the month of love. And we certainly won’t turn down a bouquet, or dinner, or some delicious bon bons. But how about escaping the ordinary and indulging in a truly romantic rendezvous in the heart of paradise?

The Belize Collection is welcoming for the first time the acapella singing, toe-tapping, tux-cladded group The Harvard Krokodiloes. Founded in 1946, the Krokodiloes have an extensive repertoire rooted in jazz and swing. Since its inception, touring has been an annual tradition for the Kroks who are bringing America’s Golden Age music to Belize this January.

A powerful and rejuvenating form of self-care, travel benefits both one’s mental and physical well-being. It is an opportunity to break away from routine, to immerse oneself in new environments, to experience a range of cultures, cuisines, and landscapes. Frankly, there’s nowhere better than Belize for this sort of escapade, and The Belize Collection has just the venues for you.

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Welcome aboard Flight 501, headed to beautiful Belize. With an expected high of 87 degrees Fahrenheit, the weather is sunny and warm at your destination. Prepare for an incredible adventure in one of the most picturesque and adventurous countries this side of the Americas. Whatever you’ve dreamed of, we promise it will be better. So, sit back, relax, and let’s fly to Belize!

The Belize Collection invites you to join them at their Thanksgiving table this year. If

Imer Mai can make you about anything you ask for while visiting Umaya Resort. He’s the sort of bartender who knows the best glass for any drink, exactly how every visitor prefers their martini

Artist in Residence Part II ‘Why do we create?’ The Belize Collection’s Marketing Coordinator Diomne

And just like that, it’s August. The kids went to summer camp. You bought a

Not everyone clamors to say ‘I do’ in front of a crowd. For some, the

Visitors to The Belize Collection know that every resort in the collection features an array

With mangoes having had their moment in Hopkins this summer, lobsters are looking to make

At the Battle of the Bartenders, the Guests Come Out on Top When visiting Belize,

Number 11. Black. Slippers. Judgewig. Thundershaw. Hofius. Yellow gold.What may appear to the uninitiated as

Last summer, The Lodge at Jaguar Reef hosted an intimate country concert with country artists

Let The Belize Collection Help You Out Last year you left the pancakes on the

The Belize Collection is known worldwide for its commitment to sustainability and conservation, pushing the

Family vacations can be a huge hassle to coordinate for even the most seasoned planner. Between the cost to take everyone and finding activities for the kids to do, it often feels like a task more overwhelming than it’s worth. Luckily The Belize Collection has you covered

Belize is well known for our traditional folklore. Belizean childhoods are filled with stories involving

Without the glare of a screen, or the starkness of electric lights, you can bask

As if The Lodge at Jaguar Reef wasn’t already bucket list worthy, it’s now the

For 2023’s Women’s Day, The Belize Collection is putting the spotlight on eight women whose creativity, hard work, and talents go into making The Belize Collection’s resorts some of the most spectacular places to visit in Belize.

With the winds picking up in April and the sun shining all day, Easter in

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This Valentine’s Day, show your love with a limited-time getaway from The Belize Collection. After

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Discard the Old Habits, and Encounter the New You at The Belize Collection 2022 was

In Belize, each of the country’s various cultures has moments of celebration that are distinct

Many visitors to Belize are discombobulated on arrival by the sheer amount of things to

There was much to savor at the Art Box on November 12, 2022. Decorated elegantly

When traveling to Belize, one of the greatest delights is the opportunity to appreciate a

Umaya Resort is a rarity on the Placencia peninsula. Of all the places one can

Many Americans might be reluctant to leave the United States over the Thanksgiving weekend and

While winter brews in North America, Belize’s climate is at its optimal point for many

All through September there’s no better time to relish in Belize’s natural heritage and The

You wake up on your second day in Belize and for a moment yesterday feels

The Belize Collection has placed the impossible within reach with a spectacular jungle-to-beach experience. You can bask in stunning mountains one day and sink your toes in soft sand the next. This is the beauty of the Belize Collection boasting sister properties that offer Belize’s best of both worlds.

There are many different ways to take a break from the heat when vacationing in

The very concept of one-size-fits-all sounds too good to be true — and often it is. But in Belize, where the country has one foot in Central America and the other in the Caribbean, the destination offers something for everyone. And it often comes in the form of all-inclusive vacation packages.

The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant’s core value is in your wellbeing. And oftentimes, to achieve the best versions of ourselves we must let go of what is weighing us down. Luckily, the Belize lodge offers you a chance to disconnect. Disconnect from your job, your everyday life, and insecurities attached to worldly possessions.

Easter fast approaches in Belize, and with it comes temperatures hurtling steadily to the high