Lots of people are yet to discover Belize, it’s a hidden gem in the heart of Central America. Nestled just South of Mexico and next to Guatamala on the Caribbean Sea, Belize is only a short flight from the United States.

Formerly known as British Honduras, Belize gained its independence in 1981 so it is still a developing nation. It is a small country, only 8866 sq mile (23,300 sq km), 174 miles (280 km) long and 68 miles (109.5 km) wide and has a population of less than 350,000 people.

The official language is English and the majority of the citizens read and speak English fluently making it a perfect holiday destination. Creole people speak their own ‘pigeon’ dialect as well as English, and Garifuna is spoken in the south. Spanish is the first language in the north and in some towns in the west. Other languages are Mayan, Chinese, Mennonite German and Hindi making it a true melting pot of not only languages but also cultures!!

The Belizean people are very friendly and polite. Travellers feel welcomed and comfortable and lots of locals, especially in Punta Gorda where ReefCI is based, love to talk to tourists and hear all about other countries and cultures!

Unlike lots of developing nations Belize has an anti harassment law which is extremely refreshing. People may try and sell baskets, jewellery etc, but will not overly harass tourists and are extremely polite about it!

The Belize barrier reef, a UNESCO world heritage site, is the second largest in the world and boasts an incredible spectacle of marine life.

Come take a ReefCI trip and experience beautiful Belize all for yourself, you wont be disapointed!!