We are pleased to announce we have come up with the winners to our first-ever story contest! All the entries were more than worthy, each describing a variety of experiences. We certainly appreciate all of those who contributed. Each of our sales and administration team (and their spouses) read each of the entries. Through much discussion and debate, we have come up with 3 winners. There were at least 6 or 7 entries that were in the running and we had a difficult time picking the top 3. Over the next week, we will be sending out our 3 winning entries by email, for all of you to read. Without much further ado, our contest winners are as follows: First Prize - Karen Kachra - "I was a Belize virgin heading for Paradise Islands. Yes, this is a love story" Second Prize - Gary Fulmore - "A Second Honeymoon Adventure" Third Prize - Sophia Meulenberg - "Island 911" Special Mention - John Hutchinson - "The Artist" & "Lost At Sea" We will be posting the three winning entries in separate entries.
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Belize Unplugged - A Digital Detox on Half Moon Caye, Lighthouse Reef
2020-01-29
A digital detox is a term we are hearing more often. But what does this mean? It's a period during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers.
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Belize Bans Single-Use Plastic
2020-01-24
In March 2018, The Government of Belize committed to phasing out the use of single-use plastics such as plastic shopping bags, drinking straws, Styrofoam, plastic food utensils, clamshells, flat plates and cups.
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Lonely Planet - Mark Johanson "9 best places for long-distance SUP adventures"
2020-01-16
We are delighted to see Belize and our SUP trips featured in this recent Lonely Planet article as one of the “9 best places for long-distance SUP adventures”.
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Combine Yoga and Paddling in Belize
2020-01-10
Belize is home to some of the most amazing landscapes in Central America.
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Planning a Belize Wellness Getaway
2020-01-03
Happy New Year from all of us at Island Expeditions! As we enter a new decade, many of us are making our physical, mental and spiritual health a top priority.
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Happy Holidays from Belize - Fry Jack Recipe for Christmas
2019-12-17
Have you tried Fry Jacks? Here's a recipe to make this delicious Belizean staple and a lovely alternate breakfast, dessert or treat to serve over the holidays.