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Why Belize Should Be On Your Travel Bucket List

Kaitlin Narciso 48 minutes


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In this episode, Kaitlin Narciso, a travel journalist from Canada speaks to us about her experience visiting Belize for the first time. Kaitlin writes for HOLR Magazine, and is an experienced multimedia journalist, content creator, and digital marketing strategist. Kaitlin discusses how she found out about Belize and why she had to put it on her travel bucket list. Hear about her experience in San Ignacio with her travel partner Jess Campbell, and what she thinks about the people of Belize and why they plan to come back. Kaitlin also tells us about her experience eating the local cuisine, and enjoying zip lining and cave tubing. She also gives us some travel tips and recommendations on what to pack when you visit Belize. Kaitlin published two articles about Belize in HOLR magazine after this trip, and she promised to return to do the ATM cave tour.

Read more about Kaitlin's adventures in Belize:


Visit her personal website: A Caffeinated Life!

Connect with Kaitlin on Instagram. @kaitlin.narciso

Belize Ground Shuttle
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Belize Ground Shuttle is a professional shuttle company operating daily shared shuttle service for travelers between San Ignacio, Placencia, Hopkins and the Belize International Airport ... more(BZE).
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Recommended Activities
Cave Tubing at St Hermans Cave from San Ignacio with Going Coastal Adventures
Kid Friendly
$
82-
$
177
/ Person
Departs From:
San Ignacio Town
If you’re looking for an adventure, come and explore the fascinating St Herman's cave system located at the foothills of the Maya Mountains! Book your cave tubing today and uncover ... morethe secrets of history while immersing yourself in nature's tranquility. This exceptional opportunity provides a one-of-a-kind experience that offers an unrivaled sense of relaxation inside these timeless caves.
Ultimate Canyoning & Lake Kayaking from Hopkins with Going Coastal Adventures
NEW
$
116-
$
235
/ Person
Departs From:
Hopkins
 (1)
Discovering new, breathtaking spots in Belize seems to be never-ending and the ultimate eco-tour at Five Blues Lake is no exception. Come and explore Belize’s inland stunning natural ... morebeauty and cultural heritage. Five Blues Lake National Park was named after its different shades of blue and we bring to you an eco-tour in this area that features spectacular towering canyons covered with air plants and penetrating sun beams through the jungle, ending with a refreshing lake kauaking. This adventure off the beaten path allows one to immerse in the beauty of this place.
Tuff E Nuff Half Day Snorkeling at Hol Chan & Shark Ray Alley
Recommended
$
70
/ Person
Departs From:
San Pedro (Ambergris Caye)
 (43)
Provider:
Tuff E Nuff Tours
Tuff E Nuff offers the best snorkeling experience at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley. Come and explore the beauty of Belize's healthy barrier reef ecosystem (no touching), which is also ... morethe world's second-largest living barrier reef! At Hol Chan Marine Reserve, there is an excellent coral formation with a variety of friendly sea creatures including, of course, nurse sharks and stingrays.
San Ignacio to Water Taxi Terminal (Belize City)
Recommended
$
40-
$
124
98
/ Person
Type of Vehicle:
Full Size Van
 (15)
San Ignacio to Belize City (Water Taxi) One Way Shuttle from San Ignacio Town to the Water Taxi terminal in Belize City (San Pedro Express or Ocean Ferry) or destinations/hotels within ... moreBelize City, including the municipal airport (TZA). Shuttle departs promptly from Hode's Place. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure.
Add your San Pedro Belize Express water taxi tickets and save!

This is a shared shuttle service and may have other passengers on board. Shared shuttle services can be subjected to schedule changes. Ride in style in our brand new vans, with complimentary wifi and refreshments.

NOTE: First Stop Will Be at Philip Goldson International Airport, then to Belize Water Taxi.

Please contact us via WhatsApp at +501 671-6390 if you have any questions or concerns.
BZE International Airport (PGIA) to San Ignacio
Top Rated
$
35-
$
109
98
/ Person
Type of Vehicle:
Full Size Van
 (86)
Philip S.W Goldson International Airport (BZE) to San Ignacio Town One Way Shuttle from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) to San Ignacio Town. The shuttle departs promptly ... morefrom the airport arrivals terminal and arrives at Hode's Place in San Ignacio Town. All rides are on demand and subject to availability and flight schedules.

Hotel drop-off service is offered at an additional cost. To obtain information about the rates for different hotels in or near San Ignacio Town, please refer to the add-ons section.

All seats must be pre-booked. Daily Departures at: 12:00PM, 1:00PM, 2:45PM, 4:30PM, 5:30 PM 

This departure schedule is fluid. We may leave early as soon as all passengers are on board. Sometimes we may wait for passengers who may be delayed. We don't take walk-up passengers, so it is always possible to leave earlier than scheduled.

Please contact us via WhatsApp at +501 671-6390 if you have any questions or concerns.

Other important details:

Don't worry, we won't leave without you if your flight is delayed or arrives very close to the departure time. We try to accommodate all passengers and ask for some consideration if we need to wait a few minutes for other passengers. If you have a significant delay, we may switch you to the next departure if one is scheduled. The day's last departure will wait until all passengers are accounted for.

An optional hotel drop-off service is available to hotels and destinations within the town limits of San Ignacio and Santa Elena. Please select the appropriate add-on options when submitting your booking request. If you are not sure whether your hotel is within town limits, you may contact us to inquire or you may book the regular rate and book the additional service with the driver. We also offer service to destinations beyond town limits. The additional cost is usually determined by the distance from town. 

Hotels within our drop-off zone include, but are not limited to:

Ka'ana Resort

San Ignacio Resort Hotel

Cahal Pech Village Resort

Maya Mountain Lodge

Casa del Caballo Blanco

Western Guest House

Midas Resort 

Western Guest House

Bellas Backpackers

D's Hostel

Aliana's Airbnb

Lucina's Airbnb

Homehill Apartments

Casia Hill Resort

Rumor's Resort

Rolson's Hotel

If you are staying at Hode's Hotel, you do not need to pay the additional hotel drop-off fee since all drop off's are at Hode's Place. This is a nice outdoor restaurant to relax, grab some food, and wait for your in-town transport or local taxi.
Cave Tubing at Nohoch Che'en Cave
Recommended
$
90
/ Person
Departs From:
San Ignacio Town
 (6)
This an exciting, refreshing invite to sit back and relax as you float into mysterious limestone archways beckoning you into centuries-old caves. Our adventure begins with a hike through ... morethe jungle trail; then jump on your tube and feel the excitement as you feel the rush of cool water as you meander down small rapids taking you through a series of remarkable limestone caves. On this journey, you will also be viewing sparkling cave formations and learning about cave geology and the rich Mayan history. To make it a truly fun experience you can also jump into refreshing, crystalized blue waters formed in-between cave entrances.

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Kaitlin Narciso

Experienced multimedia journalist, with a background in digital strategy and specialization in SEO-driven branded content creation. Through the written word, captivating still images, and video content, I tell stories of travel, culture, conservation, fashion, and entertainment.

I earned my Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) focused in Media from Western University and graduated from Seneca's Summer Institute for Multi-Platform Journalism. Moreover, I am a strong media and public relations professional

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