Barbara McAlister, a self-admitted “nerd word fan,” examined the history of the word “perk.” Once the domain of coffee aficionados who wouldn’t consider a cup of coffee that hadn’t been percolated, it’s now used in place of the word benefit, extending its reach to privileges,...
The Best of Both Worlds: Adventure and Relaxation at Manta Island Resort
Forbes journalist Sara Young Wang asked readers a question that may resonate with you: “Have you ever gone on a vacation with the intention of rest and rejuvenation, but then find yourself about to return to work still tired and not as refreshed as you’d...
Start a New Tradition: Visit This Belize Island in 2025
Wall Street Journal reporter Ann-Marie Alcantara suggests a new way of thinking about New Year’s resolutions: “What if we set and started them in ... October?” she asks. This wasn’t her original idea, she admits, having discovered this October Theory on social media. Reasons for...
Stress-Free Family Fun: Where to Find the Perfect Belize Vacation
Travel writer Judy Koutsky makes no apologies when she takes her kids out of school for a trip abroad. Overseas travel is more important than sitting in a classroom, she believes, agreeing with pediatric mental health expert Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, who advises parents who follow...
Three Epic Adventures You Must Try During a Belize Holiday
How many years have you drawn up a carefully crafted list of New Year’s resolutions? According to the 2024 Pew Research Center, the older we get, the fewer resolutions we make! If you’re of a certain age you may scratch your head when you read...
How To Take The Ultimate Vacation In Belize
Travel+Leisure magazine author Evie Carrick suggests that intrepid travelers commit to taking an “ultimate vacation every decade.” If your next milestone is on the horizon, it's never too early to start planning. What defines the ultimate vacation? Age and budget impact your decision, as does...
Manta Island Named #8 Best Central American Resort: Expect Good Fortune!
In China, the number eight is magical. It is pronounced “Ba,” which sounds like “Fa,” a word that means “make a fortune”! Associated with wealth, prosperity, status, and success, planners of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games insisted that the “opening ceremony commenced exactly at 8...
Does Belize Have All Inclusive Resorts? You Better Belize It!
Asking questions is a critical part of making decisions about where to go for your next vacation, and if you have already become a fan of all inclusive packages offered by the world’s best resorts, you know how much time, money, and effort you can...
Your 2025 Guide to the Perfect Belize Beach Resort Vacation
Are you starting to think about New Year’s resolutions because you believe it’s never too early to identify something to look forward to? If travel happens to top your 2025 list, there’s no such thing as too much advance planning. What do experts say about...
Safety, Seclusion, and Sun: Why Families Choose This Belize Island for Vacations
While the complexity of vacationing has been put to daunting tests around airline delays, personnel shortages, and safety concerns reflected in sensational headlines — family travel remains a bright spot and for numerous reasons. Memories are etched on the brains of children that stick with...