The Belize City Swing Bridge is an incredibly historic icon of engineering. Not only is it a testament to the city's rich history, but it also serves as a connection between its North and South sides, divided by an important waterway. Built in 1923, the Swing Bridge reflects the development of the metropolis as a commercial hub. Initially constructed to replace an older wooden bridge, it had the added...

The largest city, and former capital of Belize, Belize City is a diverse urban area, rich in history and culture. While the global definition of a city suggests sprawling boroughs across a sizable expanse, with its accompanying population, Belize’s geography means that its biggest city is not as bustling or large as others. That doesn't mean it doesn’t have its incredible charms and great...

Direct Flights from Canada to Belize Belize continues to attract visitors and investors from around the globe, and airlines are noticing. With a growing number of nonstop routes available, travellers are taking advantage of these time-saving flights. For our Canadian friends, Westjet and Air Canada have extended their seasonal, direct flights to warm, sunny Belize. Whether for business, pleasure or a mix...

The Ultimate Investment Nothing says “lavish” quite like owning a private island. Aquiring your own piece of paradise is truly the ultimate status symbol, and is a bucket-list goal of the world's most wealthy individuals. A-listers like Richard Branson, George Clooney, and Celine Dion all own islands, and enjoy the privacy and exclusivity they bring. Who wouldn’t want to join in on this growing...

An Underrated Paradise on the Southern Coast - Placencia While Belize is often known for its beautiful islands, the southern coast of the mainland holds the country’s best-kept secret. A tiny peninsula, called “Placencia”, branches off from mainland Belize creating a cluster of small communities in a stunning setting. With a laguna on the West and golden-sand beaches on the East, the peninsula is...

Belize is Open: The Prime Locale for Summer Travel Central America’s best-kept secret is out: Belize is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable getaway, complete with jungle adventures, beach views, unmatched cuisine, and captivating culture. Though this tiny nation took a huge hit in the wake of the global pandemic, this year we are thrilled to report that Belize’s borders are open, and the...

As Property Prices Soar in Canada, Buyers Turn to Belize for Affordable Real Estate   Becoming a homeowner can be daunting. It can also be surprisingly expensive, especially for Canadians who are experiencing some of the worst housing affordability issues on the planet, according to BBC News. The chances of Canadians holding a key to their own home is decreasing drastically as property prices have...

  Sand, Sun, and Sea - Life on Ambergris Caye  Ambergris Caye, affectionately known as “La Isla Bonita”, is one of Belize’s most famous and sought-after destinations. Located off the coast of Belize and only half a mile away from the second-largest coral reef system in the world, Ambergris Caye is home to the charming town of San Pedro and its 15,000 residents. With twenty-five miles of...

Nestled on the east coast of Central America, Belize is a small nation with a population of approximately 400,000 people. Occupying only 22,966 km², Belize is smaller than most U.S states. Despite its small size, this tropical country is becoming an increasingly popular retirement destination for ex-pats. Undoubtedly, Belize's beautiful islands, tropical jungles, rich biodiversity, and laid-back culture...

For the second month in a row the Rainforest Homes at Sleeping Giant stood out as our most requested listing. Although Belize offers a wide range of real estate listings and property options to choose from including large acreages, commercial real estate, private islands and farm land we're seeing a trend over the summer with the most requested falling under a similar type... homes on or near the water....

Belize offers a wide range of real estate listings and property options to choose from. Large acreages, commercial real estate, private islands, farm land and of course individual homes. The listing that have gotten the most interest over the month of May range from a remote, off-grid beach house along the Southern Coast to luxury, beachfront condos being developed at one of the country's most popular...

It's Getting Easier to Get to Belize At a virtual press conference on Oct. 16, the government of Belize announced that it will be lifting the mandatory 10-day quarantine for incoming residents/citizens and announced that tourists planning on visiting Belize will no longer be required to remain within the Gold Standard Safe Corridor. The updated entry requirements for Belize are as follows: An...