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Our top 5 Belize natural highlights

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Belize is proud to be the home of the second largest Barrier Reef in the World, this 195 mile long reef system is a giant plethora of color and life sure to amaze from the most experience diver to the novice snorkeler Secondly, the astounding heritage left to us by our ancient Mayan ancestors, the scenic archeological sites and its history are sure to mesmerize you, not to mention, the underworld cave systems “Xibalba” providing travelers with the most unique outdoor adventures.  But more importantly, apart from these magnificent natural beauties, Belize also offers a number of other stunningly natural sites you just have to visit. Belize Blue Hole The Great Blue Hole is a large submarine sinkhole off the coast of Belize. It lies near the center of Lighthouse Reef, a small atoll 70 km from the mainland and Belize City. The signature dive is more than 1,000 feet across, almost perfectly round, and that deep blue circle is a tantalizing 450 feet deep.

3 Impressive Must visit Mayan Sites in Belize

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As archaeologist continue to unravel centuries of undiscovered Mayan history , these findings have contributed to great insight into the lifestyles of these early inhabitants of Belize. However, their prominence was distinctive by the monumental architecture with structures raising to great heights above the jungle floor. Here we capture three sites that are worth visiting on your next Belize vacation. These sites apart from the amazing history are all located in three different areas of the country northern, western and southern districts. Each of these areas are unique with its modern day culture, traditions and lifestyles. Ask your travel concierge on amazing accommodations in these areas. Lamanai – Submerged Crocodile (Orange Walk)  This is one of the largest temples in northern Belize, one of the most continually inhabited cities in all of the Maya lowlands, with evidence of occupation dating back to the 16th century BC. La

Black Orchid Resort, One Belize Resort to See Everything

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Probably the most active location in the small and quaint village of Burrell Boom is at the Black Orchid Resort . It is ideally located in the sleepy village just outside the Belize City limits where you can choose to immerse yourself in as many Belizean adventures of your heart’s desire or simply do nothing at all lounging next to the Belize River. It is not nestled deep in the middle of the jungles of Belize, but Black Orchid Resort’s location provides an ideal access to the jungle, inland attractions and a quick lift to the Caribbean coast without being shuffled around from resort to resort. This makes Black Orchid a very popular location for visitors seeking adventure around the country. Learn About iTravel Belize   We learned that the place is the perfect base in Belize to launch your daily adventure. Whether it’s diving, sunbathing, snorkeling, deep sea or flats fishing, hiking a rainforest, bird watching, visiting Maya sites or just enjoyin