Belize and St. George's Caye
About Belize
Belize is considered both a Caribbean country and a Central American country. The main languages in this charming country are English, Creole, Spanish, and Maya. However, in this melting pot otherwise known as Belize, there are many other languages used such as Lebanese, German, and Mandarin. Belize offers you the greatest cultural experiences, foods, and travel.
Belize is located on the isthmus of Central America – bordered to the North by Mexico, West and South by Guatemala, and to the East by the Caribbean Sea. Belize’s proximity to the United States makes flying to this little country very easy. With daily flights from Miami, Houston, Dallas and Atlanta all year round and other seasonal flights throughout the year, Belize is closer than you think!
About St. George's Caye
When the area known as Belize was first settled, the early inhabitants chose St. George’s Caye as its capital in the 1700’s. St. George’s Caye played a crucial role in the early settlement of modern day Belize. A national holiday is celebrated each year in remembrance of the Battle of St. George’s Caye which occurred on September 10th, 1798. You can find a canon monument that still remains on the island in honor of this battle. In 2009, the island and its surroundings was designated a National Historical Landmark.
Over the years, St. George’s Caye has kept its authenticity and charm of what’s considered true island living. The island consists mostly of private homes whose owners make the island the weekend escape. Minimalist, but providing everything a dream vacation needs. Located 9 miles from Belize, a short 20-minute boat ride from Belize City getting to the island is easier than ever. Traveling by boat is the only way to get to the island.
You’ll be there in less than an hour …
It’s a special place where time seemingly stands still. Daily living is basic, relaxing and very rewarding. Sleep late, go fishing or diving or snorkeling or kayaking, or read a book in your balcony’s hammock. Fry up some fish or lobster then take a nap. In the afternoon go for a walk or swim, or visit the Sand Bar, St. George’s Caye’s swimming pool in the Caribbean Sea.
This island is very different than Caye Caulker or San Pedro – we are on a much slower pace. There are no restaurants, grocery shops and only one resort on the entire island. Good cell phone service requires you to find the right spot on the highest veranda or back pier, but internet is available via wifi if you chose to work in paradise!
This island is an off the beaten path in the middle of paradise and if these are things you seek on your next vacation, then you should visit St. George’s Caye.
The island is classified as a village and is governed by St. George’s Caye Village Council which seeks to preserve this special place for generations to come and keeps St. George’s Caye a relic from Belize’s historical past.
What makes Belize so unique?
- Belize offers the best of both worlds for those who prefer a “sea, sun, and sand” vacation or being closer to nature type of vacation in the Belize jungle.
- From North to South, Belize has more than 450 islands.
- Belize is the only Caribbean country where you can find Maya ruins and is the only Caribbean country that was settled by the Mayan people.
- Belize is the only English speaking country in Central America
- Belize is home to The Great Blue Hole, an underwater wonder of the world.
