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  Belize Vacation Package - About Belize!
Belize is an unspoiled, non-commercialized tropical paradise located directly south of Mexico, bordering on the warm Caribbean Sea.
Belize is one of the leading eco-tourism destinations with vast areas of untouched rain forest on the mainland containing a great variety of animal habitats - a haven for bird watchers.
Belize is tropical, and rain showers are generally short in duration followed by sunshine once again.
www.belize-vacation-package.com /aboutbelize.html   (455 words)

  
  Belize - Open Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Belize is a small nation in Central America, on the Caribbean Sea bordering Mexico to the northwest and Guatemala to the west and south.
Belize is a parliamentary democracy and a member of the Commonwealth of Nations.
Belize is located in between the Hondo and Sarstoon Rivers, with the Belize River flowing down in the centre of the country.
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 Learn more about Belize in the online encyclopedia.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Belize City is the country's only city, as well as the principal port and its former capital.
The first Europeans arrived in the area in the early 16th century and settlement began with shipwrecked English seamen in 1638.
Self-governing since January 1964 and renamed Belize in June 1973, George Price led the country to full independence in September 1981 after delays caused by territorial disputes with neighbouring Guatemala, which did not formally recognise the country until 1991.
www.onlineencyclopedia.org /b/be/belize.html   (876 words)

  
 Belize : In Depth : Environment | Frommers.com
Belize is a narrow strip of land on the Caribbean coast of Central America, located due south of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula.
Offshore from mainland Belize are hundreds of tiny islands, known as cayes (pronounced "keys"), which rise from the world's second-longest barrier reef, which extends for more than 185 miles (298km) along the Belizean coast.
Belize is also home to the densest concentration of jaguars on the planet.
www.frommers.com /destinations/belize/3284020250.html   (837 words)

  
 Belize (10/05)
Belize is a parliamentary democracy based on the Westminster model and is a member of the Commonwealth.
Belize maintains an embassy in the United States at 2535 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 (tel: 202-332-9636; fax: 202-332-6888) and a consulate in Los Angeles.
The Belize Defense Force (BDF), established in January 1973, is comprised of a light infantry force of regulars and reservists along with small air and maritime wings.
www.state.gov /r/pa/ei/bgn/1955.htm   (3363 words)

  
 Transportation (from Belize) --  Encyclopædia Britannica
The growth of the ability—and need—to transport large quantities of goods or numbers of people over long distances at high speeds in comfort and safety has been an index of civilization and in particular of technological progress.
The name Belize, officially adopted in 1973, comes from a Mayan word that means “muddy water.” The former British colony has an area of 8,867 square miles (22,965 square kilometers) and is only about 68 miles (109 kilometers) across at its greatest width.
Transportation movements, combined into various systems and networks, are by way of land, water, and air and by such...
www.britannica.com /eb/article-40868?tocId=40868   (876 words)

  
 Volunteer Opportunities in Belize
Usually these mission groups are based outside of Belize, often at a church or school or as a part of a local medical society, and typically volunteers travel to Belize at the same time, as a group.
In most cases, volunteers pay for their own transportation to Belize, along with personal expenses in the country, but food and lodging sometimes is provided by the mission, paid for by donations.
Belize has many problems, ranging from underfunded schools to crime, drug and gang problems to family disintegration and child abuse issues to destruction of the rainforest and natural habitats, and none of these will be solved quickly.
www.belizefirst.com /indexvolunteer.html   (3580 words)

  
 Transportation - Progresso Heights - Belize Real Estate
Public bus transportation is available in Progresso Village, approximately one mile from the development to most towns in Belize such as Orange Walk and Belize City, then from Belize City to points west and south.
Traveling to Belize by car through Mexico (about 1,350 miles form the US border) can be a challenging trip as long as you do not mind driving the bumpy, less-than-perfect roadways.
All visitors to Belize must present a valid passport before entering the country and must be valid up until time of your departure.
www.progressoheights.com /location/transportation.htm   (832 words)

  
 Belize Transportation
Not exactly the luxurious approach in catching a bus, but that is how the locals do around Belize.
Within Belize City and other large cities you'll likely find that these are the only bus services available.
This is also the same form of transit used by most of Belize's residents, meaning your journey will be a cultural one, and you'll be paying the same as the locals for your transportation.
www.internationalcircuit.com /belize/transportation.php   (198 words)

  
 Belize Information. Vacations Weddings at Exotic Caye Beach Resort Temptation Island Belize
Belize is a beautiful country located on the Caribbean side of northern Central America.
Much of the population of Belize is ethnically diverse including descendants of the original Mayan culture and various mixtures of Caribbean people, Caucasians, Chinese and East Indians.
Belize is a country with a long history of peace, stability and democracy.
www.belizeisfun.com /bel_belize.htm   (372 words)

  
 Belize Budgeting | belize-guide.info
Although it is far from the most fun-filled portion of vacation planning, budgeting your trip to Belize is necessary to ensure that your vacation time is truly relaxing.
If traveling by land to Belize, take into account the food and drinks you'll need to purchase along the way, as well as the cost of gas.
Rental cars can be a great transportation option in Belize, but they are not for the faint of heart.
belize-guide.info /planning.your.trip/budgeting   (798 words)

  
 business license and belize   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
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 Anthropology in Belize
After returning from Belize, students will have two weeks to type their journals and submit a paper topic; the paper is due at the end of the semester.
Belize, known prior to independence as British Honduras, is located south of the Yucatan Peninsula on the Caribbean coast of Central America.
Belize is a democracy, is politically stable, and has strong ties to Britain, the U.S. and Canada.
www.niar.twsu.edu /belize/index.htm   (962 words)

  
 Belize   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Belize is an English speaking country tucked between Mexico and Guatemala at the crossroads of the Caribbean.
Belize -The Adventure Coast- is an easy two hour flight from Houston, Miami and New Orleans.
All ground transportation from Belize City to Maruba, Guinea Grass, Corozal, Cerros, Santa Rita and Cuello as mentioned in a...
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 Belize Investment Guide - Belize Immigration Policy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
If you are planning to travel to Belize and you are not a Commonwealth, Mexican, North American (U.S.A.), Costarican, Austrian or national of a member state of the European Community you require a visa.
After being thirty (30) days in Belize and you still require more time to finish your business, you need to contact the nearest Immigration Office to get an extension, paying BZ $25.00 for every thity days extended period.
The application form is to be accompanied by two passport phtographs of each member of the family wishing to travel to Belize and the back of a photograph should be endorsed with his or her name and signed by a Justice of Peace.
www.belize.org /html/big/imm.html   (375 words)

  
 Belize Logistics Services Ltd
ABOUT US Belize Logistics Services Ltd (BLS) was formed to provide a full range of Cargo Transportation Services between Belize, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the rest of the world.
The company's management understands that with the constant change in supply chain management systems, coupled with improved information exchange, its role will be key in assisting in the development of trade within the region.
With the capability of transporting freight between the Region and every other country in the World, Belize Logistics stands ready to meet the challenges in its industry that the new world economy will bring.
www.belizetransportation.com /about.html   (168 words)

  
 Noonsite: Belize   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Belize, formerly known as British Honduras, fronts the Western Caribbean Sea and borders on Mexico and Guatemala.
Belize's main attraction lies offshore, a 175 mile long barrier reef, second only in size to the Great Barrier Reef of Australia, and the underwater scenery is reputed to be amongst the best anywhere in the world.
Between the reef and the coastal strip are hundreds of uninhabited islands and cays, and therein lies Belize's popularity as a cruising destination; the number of secluded anchorages, unsurpassed diving and excellent fishing will ensure Belize's attraction as an alternative to the crowded Eastern Caribbean.
www.noonsite.com /Countries/Belize   (312 words)

  
 Belize
The border between Belize and Guatemala is in dispute, but the dispute thus far has not affected travel between the two countries.
Buses and private vehicles are the main mode of transportation in Belize; no trains operate in the country.
Belize customs authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning temporary importation into or export from Belize of firearms.
travel.state.gov /travel/belize.html   (2990 words)

  
 Transportation Belize Central America Regional
BELIZE DEFENSE FORCE CONDUCTS ANNUAL HURRICANE EXERCISELoveFM, Belize - 18 hours agoWe have our transportation where we will get transport for where we will move.And we also test our liaisons with some specific entity.
Miss Belize prepares for Miss Universe on May 28The Reporter Belize, Belize - May 18, 2007One round trip ticket to Mexico, hotel accommodations, food, transportation and a ticket to the finals to sit in the 1st 10 rows.
Petersburg Times, FL - May 27, 2007National Transportation Safety Board investigators were going over the wreckage on Sunday, but did not return calls.
www.iaswww.com /ODP/Regional/Central_America/Belize/Transportation   (358 words)

  
 Gray Line Tours Belize - Truly, the local expert.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Quality ground transportation in Belize has always proved to be a challenge.
Gray Line Tours Belize is now able to offer access to a modern fleet of vehicles from 8-12, 12-22 and 48-50 passengers.
Belize has local airports at all main tourist attractions and the International Airport is located just minutes north of Belize City.
www.graylinebelize.com /transportation.htm   (300 words)

  
 Transportation Of Belize   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
If you would like to use this flag of Belize or any other on your website you are welcome to do so, all we ask is that you include a link back to our site on the same page.
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 Ecological Tours & Services
Friendly reef fish including snappers and jacks dart in and about graceful stingrays and the inquisitive brown nurse sharks an experience not to be missed.
A tender transfer into Belize City will be the start of your tour of the Wonderful Wildlife Habitat (the Belize Zoo) created as a sanctuary for the country's indigenous species.
Belize City today remains the commercial capital of the country and you will view such sites as The Colonial Governor's Mansion, Redbrick St' John's Cathedral and the Supreme Court buildings, flanked by cannons used in the "Battle of St' George's Caye".
www.ecotoursbelize.com /tours.html   (859 words)

  
 belize and public transportation
belize recently discovered that they have oil in their country....they thought this would make their gas prices go down.
in belize it is similar except that there are four bus lines...each privately owned, but four people basically dominate the market.
the majority of the people of the caribbean coast (belize, guatemala and most of honduras) are garifunas.
www.travelblog.org /Central-America-Caribbean/Belize/Dangriga/blog-71516.html   (1394 words)

  
 Belize Central America and Belize City Tourism Information and Transportation Guide - Slickrock Adventures
Belize enjoys a subtropical climate, somewhat similar to that of South Florida, with temperatures typically in the 70s to mid-90s.
Belize was known as British Honduras until 1981 when they gained their independence from Britain.
Her rate to Dangriga from Belize City is $400 US for up to 4 passengers in a private van.
www.slickrock.com /belize.htm   (3216 words)

  
 Getting Around Belize | belize-guide.info
However, buses offer a more cultural glimpse of Belize and are also the best option for travelers on a budget, as they have extremely low prices for long-distance travel.
If you are traveling by public transportation and end up stranded between small towns after the only bus of the day has come through, some would suggest hitching a ride.
Visitors who rent bikes and scooters often find that getting around Belize is as easy as it is fun.
belize-guide.info /getting.around   (305 words)

  
 ADVENTURE WEEK- Belize
Our Belize escape combines cultural outings in the land of the ancient Maya with high-action pursuits such as sea kayaking, caving and whitewater rafting.
All accommodations and bedding, most meals and beer and soft drinks on the island, transportation within Belize including the boat ride out to the island, all sports equipment (except snorkel gear) and excellent kayak guides, native jungle guides who are trained as archaeologist guides, and a trip leader for each activity.
Airfare to or from Belize City, taxi to/from the airport and the hotel (about $15 each way), alcoholic beverages or soft drinks on the mainland, tips to guides or service people, laundry fees, excess baggage charges or insurance of any kind.
www.rei.com /adventures/trips/latin/belize.jsp   (2141 words)

  
 Belize Travel Information | Lonely Planet Destination Guide
Dabbling its toes in the Caribbean Sea, Belize has more in common with its island neighbours than with the fiery volatility of Central America.
Spanish and British influences remain: the population are English-speaking.
Disclaimer: We've tried to make the information on this web site as accurate as possible, but it is provided 'as is' and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information.
www.lonelyplanet.com /destinations/central_america/belize   (126 words)

  
 Belize Vacation Rentals and Belize Villa Rentals
Belize villas and Belize villa rentals by Villas Caribe reveal a destination that is totally unspoiled and pristine.
Although Belize is less than two hours from Miami and Houston, it remains virtually undiscovered as a tourist destination.
Our Belize villas and Belize vacation rentals are located three miles from San Pedro in the calm waters of the Western Caribbean, off the coast of Belize.
belize.villascaribe.com   (192 words)

  
 WebWire | Helicopter Services in Belize
Belize City, Belize, August 30, 2006 — Astrum Helicopters announced today the introduction of its helicopter services in Belize.
Astrum Helicopters is the first company to offer commercial helicopter services in the history of Belize.
The introduction of helicopter services to Belize will offer a new service to the more than 1 million travelers that visit Belize every year.
www.webwire.com /ViewPressRel.asp?aId=19420   (282 words)

  
 Website of the Belize Tourism Board
The mean annual temperature of Belize is 80 °F. Belize is a country full of natural riches and is home to a major portion of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A country where sailing once used to be a primary mode of transportation, Belize maintains its sea roots through its active tourism industry.
For sailors coming to Belize, options include, but are not limited to: bare boating, sailing school, day trips, extended cruises, sailing with a crew, sailing with a captain, or sailing on a private charter.
www.travelbelize.org /sailing.html   (796 words)

  
 Ministry of Works, Transport and Communications   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The Ministry of Works, Transport and Communications is responsible for the infrastructure of Belize, the regulating and monitoring of the public transport system and the licensing of all motor vehicles, motor-cycles and heavy duty equipment and the communications providers in the country.
The Ministry of Works is principally commissioned to maintain all national assets comprising the transportation network, such as roadways, bridges, culverts, drainage channels and safety appurtenances with a view to provide good riding quality, all weather road upgrading, appropriate user safety and general access to enable transit activity, urbanization, agricultural and commercial development.
In the case of the latter, transportation of tourists to the islands of San Pedro Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker is a dominant factor as tourism continues to grow constantly.
www.belize.gov.bz /cabinet/v_marin/overview.html   (3691 words)

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