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Sunday, July 24, 2016

By Patrick Perry


If you are daydreaming about a once in a lifetime vacation, and you love history and sun and sea, then the coastal country of Belize should be on your list. As long as you are dreaming you might as well build a picture that includes luxury resort Belize accommodations as well. The rich and famous favor this area so you can imagine that the local businesses cater to visitors needs Every amenity possible will be available to you when you stay here.

The Mayans called this area home thousands of years ago. Their culture has fascinated archaeologists, historians, artists, and explorers for many years. If you are lucky enough to have the time and means to explore this beautiful country, you should really consider doing so. Perhaps because it is a former British Colony, English is spoken fluently throughout most of this country.

Sometimes the only reason travelers go to Central America at all is to explore the incredible artifacts and buildings of ancient cities. Once thought to be on the periphery of the civilization, excavators now believe that Belize was once the central to the Mayan world.

Carcacol is the largest and most impressive sites in the country, and one that will amaze you. It was discovered by loggers in the early part of the twentieth century and has continued to amaze since then. Hieroglyphic carvings cover facades, interior walls, and altars of this ancient city. It is one of the most amazing sights you will ever see.

Xunantunich is more evidence that sophistication and brilliance are at the heart of this ancient culture. If you have a chance, you must spend as much time as possible touring this awe inspiring site. The gigantic friezes alone are worth studying extensively in an attempt to decipher any sense of their meaning. Touring this remarkable city will give you a new appreciation of how our ancient ancestors thrived during their time.

Once you have explored the countryside thoroughly, you may want to tour the spectacular underwater world that calls the Caribbean home. The amazing Great Blue Hole is a sight you will not want to miss. This is a huge submarine sinkhole located just off Lighthouse Reef and considered a diver's paradise. As you dive into this geographical wonder, the secluded world that surrounds you just gets more intricate and wondrous the deeper you dare to go.

What experts call the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System is known by most simply as the barrier reefs. They are a natural phenomenon, one of the most extensive in the world. They have been studied and photographed by the marine scientists from all over the world. Private divers are also allowed to explore them, always being cautious and mindful of their fragility.

After all of your daily outings, it can be a real treat to come home to your luxurious surroundings. You may lounge poolside, partake of gourmet dining, or enjoy the entertainment provided nightly. Belize is certainly a spectacular location for a once in a lifetime vacation.




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