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Ambergris Caye (1) Belize District (2) Stann Creek District (2)  

Belize - an island of unlimited opportunities
An island of unlimited opportunities is Belize formerly known<strong> </strong>as British Honduras, it is the best holiday location for outdoor enthusiasts.<strong> </strong>You can discover in Belize a share of archaeological and national parks, marine and nature reserves and wildlife sanctuaries.
Belize is located at the base of Yucatan Peninsula in Central America. It borders with Mexico and Guatemala, with the Caribbean Sea to the east. What can be more attractive for a tourist then fresh water lagoons, sandy beaches crossed by a number of rivers and beautiful forests? Maya mountain range rises to the south and west. The flora is very diverse covering this small geographical area.
Temperate climate with two seasons wet and dry is characteristic to Belize. The rainfalls occur usually between June and November. Average temperatures range from 27°C (81°F) along the coast to 21°C (69°F) in the hills. The warmest temperatures are in May and the coldest in January.<strong> </strong>
Mestizo race predominates among Belize's population. The most established of ethnical groups is Maya. Christian denomination is shared by a larger part of the population. Roman Catholicism is accepted by about a half of the population and Protestantism by a quarter.
The official currency is Belize dollar equal to 0,5 USD.
Ambergris Caye shelters the best stocked light-tackle fishing grounds of the Caribbean in the Great Barrier Reef, longest in the western Hemisphere. There is the perfect water for fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving, an island with most of the modern conveniences. San Pedro town is a picture postcard setting with small colorfully painted houses and coconut palms. San Pedro holiday rentals include guest houses and bungalow style resorts, from modest to magnificent, nestled along the coast and throughout the town.
Belize boasts the oldest known Mayan site; the longest occupied site; and the largest carved jade object in all Mayandom. If you're looking for heaven on earth choose Caye Caulker vacation rentals. It is an idyllic tropical island with white sand beaches, blue-green water, palm trees rustling overhead in the warm breeze and a very laid back attitude.
Stann Creek District has sites and sounds to fill your visit. And the best part is that it is still relatively undiscovered compared to other destinations in Belize. Placencia residents will be happy to share stories of the British buccaneers. Placencia accommodation is varied and can fit any taste.
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