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Belize Travel Information
Belize
is a country in central America.
It shares land borders with
Guatemala, and
Mexico,
and has a coast line on the Caribbean Sea.
As of 2009,
the population was an estimated 307,899.
The country's largest city is the former capital, Belize City, which,
as of 2005,
had an estimated population of 70,800.
The capital is Belmopan,
which was founded in
1970,
and as of
2004
had a population of around 16,400.
Belize Country Details
Country Name |
Belize |
Political Status |
Country |
Geographic Location |
Central America |
Flag |
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Principal Language |
English |
Capital |
Belize City |
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Books about Belize
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By Lonely Planet & Ray Bartlett
Lonely Planet Paperback (320 pages)
 | List Price: $21.99* Lowest New Price: $13.56* Lowest Used Price: $12.90* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 15:58 Pacific 23 Nov 2019 More Info)
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Lonely Planet Belize is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the ancient Maya site of Caracol, dive the world-renowned Blue Hole, or spot toucans in the wild; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Belize and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Belize: - Color maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - music, cuisine, Ancient Maya, history, wildlife, land & environment, weddings & honeymoons, diving & snorkeling, politics, travel with children
- Covers Belize District, Northern Cayes, Northern Belize, Cayo District, Southern Belize, Tikal, Flores, Guatemala and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Belize, our most comprehensive guide to Belize, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. |
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By Ali Wunderman
FrommerMedia Paperback (352 pages)
 | List Price: $19.95* Lowest New Price: $9.00* Lowest Used Price: $8.14* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 15:58 Pacific 23 Nov 2019 More Info)
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Belize is a rising star. With all of the natural allure of Costa Rica, it adds to the mix towering ancient pyramids, superb scuba diving and snorkeling (along the world’s second-longest coral reef system), and a culture that’s warm and welcoming. Author Ali Wunderman has been covering the country for years and uses her expertise to help you craft the vacation of your dreams.
Frommer’s Belize contains:
Exact pricing so there’s never any guessing.
A star rating system to make scanning the book quicker and easier.
Opinionated advice, with no-holds-barred reviews of hotels, tours, restaurants, attractions, and nightlife in all price ranges.
In-depth discussions of the history, cultural and wildlife of the country.
Money-saving tips and tricks to help your dollar go further, whether you’re a luxury-seeker or a backpacker.
Maps throughout the book, and a fold-out map in the back to help you better navigate.
Frommer’s has been the most trusted name in travel for 60 years for a reason. Let us help you create an extraordinary adventure in Belize. |
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By Lonely Planet & Paul Harding
Lonely Planet Paperback (320 pages)
 | List Price: $21.99* Lowest New Price: $2.99* Lowest Used Price: $1.50* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 15:58 Pacific 23 Nov 2019 More Info)
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#1 best-selling guide to Belize * Lonely Planet Belize is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the ancient Maya site of Caracol, dive the world-renowned Blue Hole, or spot toucans in the wild; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Belize and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Belize: - Color maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - music, cuisine, Ancient Maya, history, wildlife, land & environment, weddings & honeymoons, diving & snorkeling, politics, travel with children
- Over 40 maps
- Covers Belize District, Northern Cayes, Northern Belize, Cayo District, Southern Belize, Tikal, Flores, Guatemala and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Belize, our most comprehensive guide to Belize, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled. - Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet Central America on a Shoestring.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. *Best-selling guide to Belize. Source: Nielsen BookScan. Australia, UK and USA |
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By Lebawit Girma
Moon Travel Released: 2019-10-29 Paperback (432 pages)
 | List Price: $21.99* Lowest New Price: $14.17* Lowest Used Price: $14.17* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 15:58 Pacific 23 Nov 2019 More Info)
Click Here | Product Description: With turquoise waters, dreamlike islands, and pristine rainforests, Belize is a sensory feast. Dive in with Moon Belize. Inside you'll find:
- Flexible itineraries, from the weeklong best of Belize to three weeks exploring the whole country
- Strategic advice for water sports lovers, foodies, wildlife enthusiasts, and more, plus suggestions for supporting local businesses and exploring ethically and sustainably
- The top outdoor adventures: Hike rainforests filled with medicinal trees and howler monkeys, snorkel the second-largest coral reef in the world, go spelunking in ancient underground caves, or hop through the vibrant cayes
- Unique experiences and can't-miss highlights: Canoe to a farmers market to sample fresh pupusas and cashew wine, and cool off beneath the waterfalls. Marvel at Mayan archaeological sites or experience a traditional homestay in Punta Gorda. Relax on the beach all day, and spend your night dancing barefoot in the sand to the sound of Garifuna drums
- Honest advice on when to go, what to pack, and where to stay, from Belize expert Lebawit Lily Girma
- Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
- Essential background on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and culture, plus handy phrases in Kriol, Garifuna, and Q'eqchi' Mayan
- Helpful recommendations for health and safety, traveling solo, and suggestions for LGBTQ visitors, travelers with disabilities, and seniors
Experience the best of Belize with Moon's expert tips and local insight.
Looking to expand your trip? Try Moon Yucatán Peninsula or Moon Costa Rica.
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By Lebawit Girma
Moon Travel Released: 2017-10-17 Paperback (432 pages)
 | List Price: $21.99* Lowest New Price: $10.50* Lowest Used Price: $2.89* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 15:58 Pacific 23 Nov 2019 More Info)
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With turquoise waters, dreamlike islands, and pristine rainforests, Belize is a sensory feast: dive in with Moon Belize. Inside you'll find: - Flexible, strategic itineraries from one week of highlights to a three-week adventure through the whole country, with tips for outdoor adventurers, archeology aficionados, foodies, and more
- Unique experiences and can't-miss highlights: Hike rainforests filled with medicinal trees and howler monkeys, snorkel the second-largest (and best preserved) coral reef in the world, or explore ancient Maya ceremonial caves and cool off beneath the waterfalls. Canoe to a farmers' market to sample fresh pupusas and cashew wine, or spend your day at the beach and your night dancing barefoot in the sand to the sound of Garifuna drums
- Honest advice on when to go, what to pack, and where to stay, from Belize transplant-turned-local Lebawit Lily Girma
- Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
- Handy phrases in Kriol, Garifuna, and Q'eqchi' Mayan
- Practical background on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and culture
- Helpful recommendations for health and safety, traveling solo as a woman, getting around with children or as a senior, and suggestions for LGBTQ+ visitors and travelers with disabilities
With Moon Belize's expert tips and local insight, you can plan your trip your way.
Planning an island getaway? Pick up Moon Belize Cayes. Looking to expand your trip? Try Moon Yucatán Peninsula, Moon Guatemala, or Moon Jamaica. |
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By Rough Guides
Rough Guides Released: 2017-10-17 Paperback (272 pages)
 | List Price: $21.99* Lowest New Price: $10.47* Lowest Used Price: $7.76* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 15:58 Pacific 23 Nov 2019 More Info)
Click Here | Product Description: Uncover the very best of Belize with this fully updated guidebook. Rough Guides' expert authors travelled the length and breadth of Belize while researching this guide: seeking out the best guesthouses, exploring ancient Maya ruins and trekking through knotted mangroves. Written with our trademark blend of humour, insight and practical advice, The Rough Guide to Belize contains information on all the best places to eat, drink, and shop in Belize, with price options ranging from backpacker budget to luxury. This travel guide is packed with inspirational photography and colour-coded maps, and features a handy Things Not to Miss guide to make sure you don't miss any of the big hitting sights. Whether you plan to dive the depths of the Blue Hole, sip a cocktail in San Pedro or trek through the jungle of the Toledo District, this is the ultimate companion to Belize. |
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By Larry Waight
FriesenPress Paperback (366 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: The Ultimate Belize Bucket List is more than a compilation of exciting things to see and do in Central America's fastest growing tourism hotspot. Offering an insider glimpse into the nation's most coveted and awe-inspiring experiences, it goes beyond the clichés often presented in travel guidebooks and reveals the hidden gems that make this country particularly special. Get the secrets to taking your Belize adventure to the next level with local expert tips that will ensure your trip to this extraordinary destination is an unforgettable one.... |
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By National Geographic Maps - Adventure
National Geographic Maps One Color Map (2 pages)
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Click Here | - Recommended Use: successfully navigating new countries
Product Description: • Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Travel MapNational Geographic's Belize Adventure Map, created in cooperation with Biodiversity & Environmental Resource Data System (BERDS) of Belize and Academex Digital Publishing, is a complete travel guide to this coastal Central American country. Hundreds of points of interest, a road network and topographic features and combined in one expertly researched map showing the country in its entirety along with neighboring areas in Guatemala, Mexico and Honduras. Also provided is background information of the country's various districts, highlighting each area's unique features. While the reverse side of the map provides valuable information of such popular destinations as the Belize Barrier Reef, The Blue Hole and Tikal, illustrated with stunning photographs. Inset maps of Belize City, San Pedro and Tikal provide extra detail of these hotspots. A user-friendly index of protected areas, including national parks, bird and wildlife sanctuaries, natural monuments and archeological, forest, marine, public and private reserves, will help you find your adventure site. Then, plan your route with the mapped road network which includes major roads as well as dirt and gravel roads, for those wishing to travel off the beaten path. Additional transportation features mapped include airstrips, ferry routes and harbors. Along the way, find cultural, historical, ecological and adventure points of interest, such as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Maya sites, ruins, lighthouses, caves, beaches, museums and areas for wildlife viewing, sailing, snorkeling, diving and fishing. Every Adventure Map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making them waterproof, tear-resistant and tough — capable of withstanding the rigors of international travel. - Map Scale = 1:400,000
- Sheet Size = 25.5" x 37.75"
- Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.25"
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By Lan Sluder and Rose Lambert-Sluder
FODORS Released: 2017-04-25 Paperback (320 pages)
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Click Here | Product Description: Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for more than 80 years.
Belize might just have the greatest variety of flora and fauna of any country of its size in the world. Offshore the Belize Barrier Reef, a great wall of coral, stretches the entire 200-mile-length of the coast. And archaeologists have identified more than 600 significant Mayan sites in Belize. Fodor's guide gives you all the information you need to plan the perfect trip, whether you want a scuba adventure, a getaway to a secluded jungle lodge, or barefoot luxury in a peaceful beach town.
This travel guide includes:
· Dozens of maps
· An 8-page color insert with a brief introduction and spectacular photos that capture the top experiences and attractions throughout Belize
· Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks
· Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path
· Major sights such as Mayan Ruins, Hummingbird Highway, and Actun Tunichil Muknal
· Side Trip from Belize including Guatemala
· Coverage of Belize City, The Cayes and Atolls, Northern Belize, The Cayo, The Southern Coast, and The Deep South
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