The Belize Collection, Belize’s premier boutique resort group focused on authentic Belizean experiences, recently added Umaya Resort located on Maya Beach in Placencia to its growing portfolio.

If you desire a tropical locale that’s a bit more off-the-beaten-path over, say, the usual Caribbean experience, a Belize destination wedding beckons. Belize, a Central American country on the Caribbean sea, features an incredible range of terrain and gorgeous beaches. Belize is known for its exclusive private islands, Mayan ruins and vibrant and rich snorkeling options.

Planning a trip to Belize? Dig into the details, and you’ll soon uncover an array of challenges that make visiting this Central American nation — and getting the full experience — more complicated than it seems. Read more on how the Belize Collection can make your vacation planning a breeze!

The one question everyone asked when I mentioned I was going to Belize? When (not if) I’d visit the Blue Hole, as if it was inconceivable I’d leave without checking out its famous dive site. In reality, the spots I had my eye on were ones most people I spoke to hadn’t heard of: Xunantunich, a Mayan archaeological site with plaster friezes, and the so-called Ceremonial Cave – an enormous cavern filled with evidence of human sacrifice.

The Belize Collection is a premier boutique resort group with a focus on sharing the culture of Belize with guests from around the world. The resorts use Belizean-made furniture and spa products, hire local Belizeans, embrace the Mayan history, food and culture to deliver the most authentic travel experience to guests. The Belize Collection resorts are located in breathtaking areas of Belize, featuring acres of rainforest, pristine beaches and more. For more information on The Belize Collection, visit thebelizecollection.com or follow on Facebook and Instagram.

Ever heard of Belize? This small tropical country is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea to the east. Mexico to the north and Guatemala to the west and south. Belize is a member of both the Caribbean and Central American communities. Known for being a melting pot of cultures, English is the primary language used throughout the country followed by its unique dialect called Creole, which is a treat for travelers passing through the region. Golden beaches, crystal-clear waters, lush rainforests and mountainous ranges make up the terrain of a country less than quarter of the size of

After having to put weddings on hold due to living through the COVID-19 pandemic, couples are now ready to say I do in record numbers. In fact, The Wedding Report has estimated that 2.5 million weddings will take place in 2022, the highest number the U.S. has seen since 1984. And after almost two years of elopements and micro-weddings, couples want to go big when it comes to their special day. A recent survey by David’s Bridal (via Destination I Do) found that 55% of respondents plan to pull off a destination wedding instead of staying local.

From the costal villages of Placencia and Hopkins, to the depths of the jungle at Sleeping Giant, Belize’s mainland is filled with many adventurous treasures. Proudly protected by locals as an eco-first country, the unspoiled destination boasts a landscape with distinctive ecosystem, ample with biodiversity and vast green space. – READ MORE ON PAGE 51

Belize. A small tropical country with dense jungles and pristine waters that surround its entire coastline. No longer Mother Nature’s best kept secret, but now her best told story. Known for being a melting pot