Caye Caulker, Belize

Are you looking for the most relaxing vacation of your life? Look no farther than Caye Caulker in Belize, Central America.

Belize is located approximately two hours from four major cities in the US, Miami, New Orleans, Houston and North Carolina. The moment you get off the plane, you start your vacation. Why? The island is easily accessible by a boat. Twenty-three fast, comfortable, reliable water taxis render responsible service daily between the Marine Terminal in Belize City, Caye Caulker, and San Pedro, Ambergris. However, if you are anxious to get to the island, air service runs regularly.

Although the first “tourists” to the island were Spanish explorers, Belize used to be a British colony called British Honduras. Therefore, the culture is from Spain, with the Spanish language, Catholic and Mexican traditions. However, the official language of Belize is English, and most islanders speak and understand English well.

Caye Caulker is a very small island. Only some five miles from end to end, 1,500 call Caye Caulker home. However, do not worry about service and accommodations. There are 57 hotels, resorts, and lodgings. However, if you are looking for high-rise hotel monsters, this is not the place for you. Most of the places are family owned and run like guesthouses. You can get a thrifty cottage on the beach, or island-style luxury at a new two-story condominium. Caye Caulker wants its visitors to feel at home and comfortable.

Activities abound at Caye Caulker. Of course, there is fishing, diving, and snorkeling all around the island. Nevertheless, when you go to Caye Caulker, you must take a tour of the nearby Mayan ruins. Children will also love the Manatee tours, exploring some of the most interesting sea life you can find. If nature and trekking is your thing, there are special bird watching and nature walking facilities. Two marine reserves that adjoin the Caye will give you an opportunity to see some of the most unspoiled waters with huge friendly groupers.

Caye Caulker boasts of more than two dozen restaurants catering to the desires of all nationalities. However, you must savor the local fish. The food of Belize is special because of the influence of several cultures. And I will tell you from personal experience, Caribbean lobster is better than anything that comes from Maine.

There is also something else special here. Because it is a very small community, the people are almost devoted about the protection of the environment. Residents of the island are expected to help keep things clean and tidy. So do not be surprised if some one asks you to volunteer to spend a few minutes helping.

Caye Caulker is an island paradise that you will never forget.