Whether you want to rappel into The Black Hole on the mainland, or swim with the sharks in some of the most amazing water on Earth. Belize has something for everyone to love.
Explore The Mainland
During our last trip to Belize I was introduced to rappelling. My queen has no fear, and I’m all for adventure, but rappelling down a 350 sink hole that was once a cave used for Mayan sacrifices, would not have been my ice breaker. It turned out to be the highlight of the trip but I have to be honest, I was shaking by the time we reached the bottom! Thrilling to say the least.
Jaguar Creek was “special” in all the best ways—affordable, breathtaking, and truly unforgettable. Part of me hesitates to even mention it, knowing that once word gets out, it’s bound to change. The first night there, an eerie, rhythmic sound filled the air, unlike anything heard before. At first, it seemed like a recorded chant playing through hidden speakers, flowing back and forth across the property. Only later did it become clear that the howler monkeys were responsible. For three days, no one else in the group heard them since to that point it was in the middle of the night or very early morning, but on the hike to the rappel site, the monkeys made sure everyone knew exactly who’s neighborhood we were in.
Belize has approximately 450 islands
Known locally as cayes (pronounced “keys”). These cayes vary in size and are scattered along the Belize Barrier Reef, the second-largest reef system in the world. Some of the most well-known islands include Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, Tobacco Caye, and South Water Caye, each offering unique experiences from laid-back beach vibes to world-class diving and snorkeling. Most of our time has been spent on Ambergris and Caye Caulker but next trip we’re exploring more of the islands starting with Tobacco Caye, and South Water Caye.
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Adventures In Belize
When most people think of Belize they think of the Blue Hole, diving, and beautiful beaches, but you can’t go…
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Ambergris Caye: So much island, so little time
I took this photo on our way to the 303 Dive Bar one night on Ambergris Caye in San Pedro.…
Adventure, Chill, and Thrill
Julie caught this crab when we were wading in the water at Secret Beach between tacos and rum punch. Checkout the video of her trying to catch two mating crabs…You can’t make this shit up. I adore that woman.
A full moon shot from the top floor of The Hidden Jewel made for an unforgettable view. The hotel has some connection to John McAfee, who, according to our bartender moved to Belize to escape legal trouble. Allegedly, he also murdered the neighbor on the other side of the property. It’s no wonder the place is called a “Tropical Escape”.
Despite the entertaining backstory, our stay at The Hidden Jewel was absolutely fantastic. With six of us, there was plenty of space, the food was excellent, and the service was even better. The staff was incredibly friendly, making the experience even more amazing. We’ve stayed all over the island and honestly haven’t had a bad experience anywhere we’ve stayed, but I would put the food at the Hidden Jewel, and the people at the top of the list.
