Belize
Turquoise waters, seaside hideouts, thick jungles where the elusive jaguar resides, it's no wonder Belize bills itself as the perfect “Caribbean†getaway. But to truly appreciate what this Central American country has to offer, listen to the Garifuna drums, indulge in Mayan chocolate and immerse yourself in the culture these two groups bring to the country – that is where the real Belize lies.
At first glance, it might seem that apart from Brackenridge Park and the Mission Trail, San Antonio is short on places to enjoy the great outdoors. The close proximity to Hill Country can steal the show, as can the aquatic wonderlands of New Braunfels, Gruene and San Marcos north on I-35, where you can go swimming and tubing to your heart's content on local rivers and at amusement parks.
A seldom-visited corner of Belize offers writer Alex Schechter a fresh perspective on his battle with cancer.
Belize is a land of wonders – a heady mix of Caribbean reefs, lush rainforest and Mayan culture. Travelers come to this low-key Central American country to unplug, unwind and create their own personal eco-adventures.
Calm Caribbean waters protected by the second largest barrier reef in the world, consistently warm weather that basically begs you to cool off in the water, and a long list of coastal villages each with their own seaside charm: Belize has basically everything a beach lover is looking for.
With its abundance of jungles, waterfalls and caves, Belize can easily make you feel like an intrepid explorer.
