News Belize
Caribbean Tourism Organization Offers Full Tuition Scholarship From Monroe College
» Belize City, July 7th, 2010
The Caribbean Tourism Organization's (CTO) Scholarship Foundation is offering: a full tuition scholarship, valued at US$46,000...
OAS and BTB continue Tourism Product Development Partnership
» Belize City, February 9th, 2010
The Organization of American States (OAS) and the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) continue their commitment to the upgrading of the tourism product in Belize...
Belize Showcased as travelers explore new world of vacation ideas at Toronto’s Ultimate Travel Show
» Belize City, January 28th, 2010
Belize was proudly represented at the Toronto Ultimate Travel Show on January 23rd and 24th, giving over 20,000 consumers the opportunity to take advantage of planning vacations earlier in the year...
Belize Partakes in FCCA Poster Competition 2010
» Belize City, January 15th, 2010
In an effort to heighten awareness about the environment and the importance of protecting it, the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) is encouraging local primary and second school students to participate in its 2010 Foundation Children’s Environmental poster contest...
BTB names a New Director of Finance & Acting Director of Tourism
» Belize City, January 5th, 2010
The Belize Tourism Board is pleased to announce that it has recently confirmed Mr. Orlando Azueta as the new Director of Finance of the BTB...
Belize at the "2009 Taipei International Travel Fair" in Taiwan Embassy of Belize
» Belize City, December 2nd, 2009
Belize Shines at the "2009 Taipei International Travel Fair" in the Republic of China (Taiwan)...
BTB meets with Cruise Sector Stakeholders
» Belize City, November 16th, 2009
The Belize Tourism Board brought together all stakeholders involved in the cruise tourism sector last week...
THREE New Competitions for The "I AM BELIZE"!
» Belize City, October 30th, 2009
The "I AM BELIZE" Committee Invites you to participate in THREE New COUNTRY WIDE Competitions!...
Belize participates in the sixth annual Central America Travel Market in Salvador
» Belize City, October 17th, 2009
Belize had a distinct presence at the sixth annual Central America Travel Market held from October 10th - October 12th, 2009, at the International Trade Show & Convention Center in El Salvador...
TravelMart Latin America Kicks off in Chile
» Belize City, October 2nd, 2009
Belize was represented at the 33rd Annual TravelMart Latin America which officially kicked off on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009 in Patagonia, Chile...
Belize Promoted to the Trade in Las Vegas
» Belize City, September 27th, 2009
Belize was proudly represented at THETRADESHOW (Travel Retailing and Destination Expo) in Las Vegas from September 13th – September 15th at the Las Vegas Convention Center...
Belize Joins Senior Hospitality Executives at the 11th Annual Vacation Ownership Investment Conference
» Belize City, September 23th, 2009
Belize joined more than 750 delegates and senior hospitality executives at the Eleventh Annual Vacation Ownership Investment Conference held on September 14th – 17th at The Peabody Orlando...
BTB Meets with Tourism Stakeholders in Toledo
» Belize City, September 10th, 2009
The BTB conducted its second visit in a series of Destination Marketing Visits around the country. The Marketing Team led by the Director of Marketing & Public Relations, Mrs. Shakira Tsai met with Toledo tourism stakeholders...
Taste of Belize Showcases Belize’s Culinary Talents
» Belize City, September 8th, 2009
The Belize Tourism Board held its 8th Annual Taste of Belize Culinary Competition on Saturday, August 29th, at the Old Belize Adventure which attracted the participation of 12 professional chefs, 5 young professional chefs and 9 bartenders, 5 cake decorators and an audience of over 700 attendees...
Belize Tourism Board invites you to Taste of Belize on August 29th
» Belize City, August 29th, 2009
The Belize Tourism Board takes pleasure in inviting you to the 8th Annual Taste of Belize on August, 29th 2009, An All Day Extravaganza with food, games and Belize’s finest culinary talent!...
BTB Awards Tourism Scholarships for 2009
» Belize City, August 26th, 2009
As a part of the Board’s commitment to the growth and development of young Belizeans, the Belize Tourism Board is proud to announce this year’s scholarship recipients for tourism degree programs at various educational institutions throughout the country of Belize...
September Celebrations Committee Announces Patriotic & Carnival Song Competition Winners
» Belize City, August 26th, 2009
September Celebrations 2009 is on its way as on August 15th, the House of Culture was buzzing with hundreds of attendees gathered for a night of fun and excitement at the Patriotic & Carnival Song Competition...
Theme Chosen for the 2009 September Celebrations
» Belize City, August 17th, 2009
The September Celebrations Executive Committee convened its weekly meeting in preparations for the 2009 national September Celebrations. The Committee is pleased to announce the selection of the theme for this year’s Celebration commemorating the 211th Anniversary of the Battle of St. George’s Caye and the 28th Anniversary of Belize as an independent nation...
"I Am Belize" - Tourism Board Logo Competition
» Belize City, August 17th, 2009
Belize Tourism Board invites submissions for "I Am Belize" Logo Competition...
The Angel Says Read Project
» Belize City, July 27th, 2009
Ms. Jackie Spinner, a renowned journalist from the United States, has approached the Belize Tourism Board with what we consider a most creative project called Angel Says Read...
FCCA donates 1,000 Gallons of Paint to the Ministry of Tourism
» Belize City, July 17th, 2009
At an official ceremony on Friday, July 9th at the Fort Street Tourism Village, the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) donated 1,000 gallons of paint to the Ministry of Tourism...
Influenza A H1N1 - Belize Update
» Belize City, July 12th, 2009
The Ministry of Health has advised that there are 5 confirmed cases of the Influenza A H1N1 Virus in the Corozal Free Zone area, that borders Mexico. These five patients have been quarantined, are being treated and are doing well...
Belize Tourism Board Announces Taste of Belize
» Belize City, July 12th, 2009
The Belize Tourism Board takes pleasure in inviting you to the 8th Annual Taste of Belize on August, 29th 2009, An All Day Extravaganza with food, games and Belize’s finest culinary talent!...
New Developments in International Bus Transportation Regulations
» Belize City, Wednesday, July 8th, 2009
In order to clarify the International Bus Transport Regulations and its impact on our tourism stakeholders, the Belize Tourism Board met with the Chief Transport Officer, Mrs. Candy Saldivar Morter in Belmopan on Tuesday, June 16, 2009...
NEW Belize Flight connections with Cancun, Guatemala, San Pedro Sula - July 8th
» Belize City, Wednesday, July 3th, 2009
NEW REGIONAL AIRLINE Maya Island Air Regional commences service July 8th. Maya Island Air is pleased to present Maya Island Air Regional linking Belize, Cancun, Guatemala City and San Pedro Sula....
September Celebrations - SONG COMPETITION - JULY 15TH
» Belize City, Wednesday, June 30th, 2009
September Celebrations Committee invites you to enter the Patriotic Song and Carnival Song Competitions!...
American Archaeology Magazine Visits Belize
» Belize City, Wednesday, June 9th, 2009
Mr. Michael Bawaya, Editor of American Archaeology Magazine and Mr. Jerry Rabinowitz, Photographer, are currently on a 4-day familiarization visit in Belize to gain insight and knowledge about one of our sites located in the Cayo District, El Pilar...
Latina Magazine Visits Belize
» Belize City, Monday, May 18th, 2009
Mrs. Verky Acros of Latina Magazine, boasting an overall readership of 526,329, is currently in Belize for a one-week familiarization visit on eco-tourism in Belize. Her itinerary will take her to both the inland and offshore area of Belize...
Saltwater Fly Fishing Magazine visits Belize
» Belize City, Monday, May 11th, 2009
Fishing and Boating Editor, Mr. Michael Mazur and Photographer, Mr. Greg Dean Jennings II visited Belize on a seven-day familiarization trip from May 2nd-May 9th, 2009. The main emphasis of the trip was to conduct research for an extensive feature article on fly fishing’s most acclaimed fish, the Permit...
Swine Flu Media Advisory
» Belize City, Thursday, April 30th, 2009
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE BELIZE TOURISM BOARD REGARDING SWINE FLU PANDEMIC - As a result of the recent swine flu outbreak throughout the world, the Central American country of Belize has implemented several vigilant measures in an effort to protect all residents and travelers....
Swine Flu Update - April 29th.
» Belize City, Wendesday, April 29th, 2009
The occurrence of swine flu in Mexico and several countries throughout the world has raised concerns for travelers and our businesses in regards to the prevention of transmissions and the impact on travel plans....
New permit requirements for Foreign buses and Tour Operators into Belize effective April 20th.
» Belize City, Monday, April 20th, 2009
New permit requirements for Foreign buses and Tour Operato rs into Belize effective April 20th...
Minister of Tourism attends SICA meetings in Panama
» Belize City, Tuesday, April 7th, 2009
The Minister of Tourism, Hon. Manuel Heredia Jr., the Director of Marketing & Public Relations, Mrs. Shakira Oxley-Tsai, and the Director of Product Development, Mrs. Laura Esquivel – Frampton traveled to Panama for regional meetings with the Sistema de la Integracion Centroamericana (SICA) and the Central American Tourism Council (CCT)...
BTB to Host International Conference on Responsible Tourism
» Belize City, Wednesday, April 1st, 2009
Belize will host the Third International Conference on Responsible Tourism (ICRT) in Destinations to be held from May 18th – May 21st, 2009. The conference will be held in Belize’s capital city of Belmopan where ICRT members from all over the world such as Gambia, India, and South Africa will be attending...
Bus Situation at Western Border
» Belize City, March 27th, 2009
The most recent update received by the Belize Tourism Board on the transportation situation at the Western Border indicates that there is support from the governments of Belize and Guatemala in allowing for the smooth handling of routine border crossings...
The Pioneers of Prosperity Award
» Belize City, March 9th, 2009
Pioneers of Prosperity is a global awards program that seeks to inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs in emerging economies by identifying, rewarding, and promoting truly outstanding businesses who can serve as role models to their peers. ...
Belize is Showcased to the consumers, travel agents and wholesalers in California
» Belize City, February 17th, 2009
Belize City, Tuesday, February 17th, 2009- On February 14th and February 15th, 2009, thousands of travel experts from around the world converged at the Los Angeles Convention Center to assist consumers to find their next incredible vacation...
The Belizean Adventure Showcased in the Big Apple
» Belize City, February 11th, 2009
Icy winds and wintry cold temperatures did not restrain adventure enthusiasts from attending the New York Times Trade Show, where Belize had the distinct pleasure of being a part of this past weekend at the Jacob J. Javits Convention Center in downtown Manhattan, February 06th through 8th, 2009...
Power & Motor Yacht Magazine Visits Belize
» Belize City, February 2nd, 2009
Patrick Sciacca, Editor of POWER & MOTORYACHT Magazine, was in Belize experiencing Mother Nature’s Best Secret...
Christmas Joy is Spread Amongst Two Hundred Children
» Belize City, January 25, 2009
The member lines of the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association, in collaboration with the Belize Tourism Board, hosted 200 children for a morning of Christmas joy and laughter. The event was held at the Institute of Creative Arts- Palm Court, in Belize City...
Belize is Promoted as a Premier Destination in London
» Belize City, January 5, 2009
Belize had a well-defined presence in London, England on November 10th through November 14th, 2008 at World Travel Market (WTM)...
Belize in the Foreign Press
» Belize City, January 3, 2009
Belize continues to be promoted in the international press, whether it is for our environmental policies or extraordinary culture...
Hope you have the kind of Holiday that beautiful memories are made of! We look forward to working closely with you in 2009!
» Belize City, December 24, 2008
Hope you have the kind of Holiday that beautiful memories are made of! We look forward to working closely with you in 2009!...
Belize to be aired on NBC’s Today Show – "Ends of the Earth"
» Belize City, November 14, 2008
Belize is known for its pristine waters and wildlife that are seen throughout the country. Our homeland by the sea attracts many people and it has caught the attention of one of the most watched television networks, NBC. Our country was chosen to be in “Today’s” second edition of "Ends of the Earth"...