the national bird of Belize

Many cultures, one people...you better Belize it!

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September 28th 2006
We arrived in Belize on 20th September after flying from Rio de Janeiro via Miami to Cancun. From there we jumped on a bus to Playa del Carmen where we spent a few lazy days by the beach. We were in Belize just in time for the the 25th Independence Day celebrations. Things were in full swing - music blaring from the speakers on the bus that we took to cross the border from Mexico and all the way ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Belize

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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