Beach at Tulum

Finally at Caye Caulker and loving every minute of it

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May 29th 2006
After the disappointment of the previous entry of being stuck in Belize City, Caye Caulker was such a contrast, it's unbelievable. Juan and I got up fairly early to catch the first boat-taxi to the island at 8:00. The boat was a fairly rough ride, but we made it to the dock in plenty of time. Our first objective was to try to find out where Juan's friends were staying so we could meet up with them ... read more

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Territorial disputes between the UK and Guatemala delayed the independence of Belize (formerly British Honduras) until 1981. Guatemala refused to recognize the new nation until 1992. Tourism has become the mainstay of the economy. The country remains... ... read more