Laughing Bird Caye

Laughing Bird Caye

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December 17th 2014
We book a half-day snorkel trip to Laughing Bird Caye National Park. The boat comes to pick us up at our dock. We had met a couple from California the other day while we were bike riding in town and lined up the trip with Ocean Motion Tours. Another couple from France was also on board. We head out about 35 minutes, past several small islands and arrive at our destination. It's a very small isl ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Belize » Stann Creek District » Laughing Bird Caye National Park

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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