Caye Caulker: A youthful, friendly, Caribbean vibe

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Well, after a week down here memories of the coolish North are fast fading into the distant sea reef surf. Today, it's even a bit a breezy here -- the Belizeans are into their winter clothes -- while us northeners are swaying in a hammocks under (seaside) coconut palms in barefoot shorts. This is Caye Caulker, two islands 45 mins out from Belize City by water taxi, close to the Belizean reef. It's very laid back, just golf carts and bikes, coral sand roads and paths, friendly tourists and helpful Belizeans. No franchise businesses. Lots of tourists with a youthful int'l, energy and vibe -- diving, snorkeling, wind surfing, reggae beach and sports bars, and lots of budget accommodation.

I'm staying at the Tropical Oasis Hostel, 6 cabanas and 2 dorms, run by a friendly Belizean/Norwegian couple, 50 yards from the sea. It has great social meeting areas where everyone from around the globe shares travel experiences and tries to joins up for ventures/dinners, in multiple languages.

For several of us the highlight of the week was sailing out and snorkeling off the reef, taking pix of the awesome coral and fish life, plus of course breaks for rum punch and lunch. Confession: Carlos out tour leader, who fancies himself as a descendant of a pirate, took some of the shown u/w pix. That's it for week #1. Best wishes. Pete.

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Comments

[Sofie]

I could take some Belizean winter!
Sounds like a very interesting place you're staying at, Dad - both in terms of guests and the way it's set up. I also love that there are no franchises where you are and that it's so friendly. It's a paradise! Thanks for sharing. Sofie xoxo