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Belize by Land: Discovering the Ruins, Wildlife, and Culture

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“Oh! You’re going to Belize! You must be so excited to go diving.” Anyone who has ever booked a trip to Belize has probably heard something like this. And it makes sense: Belize is one of the top diving destinations in the world. With clear waters, abundant coral reefs, and of course, the “Big Blue Hole,” it’s easy to see why. Unfortunately, because the water gets so much … [Read more...] about Belize by Land: Discovering the Ruins, Wildlife, and Culture

Close Encounters of the Creepy-Crawly Kind

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Have you ever jumped atop a piece of furniture in your home or workplace after seeing a mouse run by?  Grab your significant other to squash a spider? Or douse a trail of ants with a full can of Raid? The above reactions are all normal in the cities and suburban dwellings of developed nations, though if you're going to be a world traveler, it's time to desensitize … [Read more...] about Close Encounters of the Creepy-Crawly Kind

Caving in Belize’s Actun Tunichil Muknal

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For most people, Belize conjures images of crystal clear Caribbean waters and world class diving, however in May 2006, I discovered the interior jungles are filled with mystery and adrenaline-pumping adventures. The highlight of my two week backpacking trip through this unique country was a 3-hour cave tour of Actun Tunichil Muknal ("ATM"), also known as the Cave of the Stone … [Read more...] about Caving in Belize’s Actun Tunichil Muknal