All Posts Tagged With: "Belize"

What are the world’s most ethical travel destinations?

December 10th, 2009 in Destinations and Tourism • News

Set all over the globe, these destinations have made the best efforts to promote responsible travel via the protecting of natural environments and building a tourism industry that truly benefits the local communities.

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Win a free eco-resort vacation in Belize!

August 25th, 2009 in Destinations and Tourism • News

Award-winning ecotourism resort, The Lodge at Chaa Creek, is offering up free trips with their Green Sweepstakes Lotto; a once-in-a-lifetime chance for nature travelers.

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Help protect the Belize Barrier Reef with the support of the United Nations

July 1st, 2009 in Destinations and Tourism • News

The UN Foundation has officially listed the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System as “World Heritage in Danger” due to unsustainable tourism activity. The designation hopes to encourage responsible tourism that is crucial to the economic well-being of the region while highlighting the site’s unique natural value.

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Adventure tours and treehouses abound for Belize's 'Hotel of the Year'

May 6th, 2009 in Awards and Events • Hotels and Accommodations • News

Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort has been named Belize Hotel of the Year for 2009 by the Belize Tourism Board. The eco-adventure property was recognized for its service, facilities and ambience among other things.

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Belize resorts show off its underwater paradise

March 6th, 2009 in Destinations and Tourism • Dining and Recreation • Featured • Hotels and Accommodations • News

Las Terrazas and Journey’s End Resorts welcome scuba divers from all over the world to enjoy luxury accommodations and world class diving through its recent partnership with White Sands Dive Shop on the island of Ambergris Caye in Belize.

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Fuel and energy costs are biggest threat to Caribbean tourism

August 22nd, 2008 in Business and Politics • Hotels and Accommodations • News

The combined factors of a slow U.S. economy, increased competition, rising energy costs, and threats of reduced air service are affecting levels of occupancy and profits for the region’s hotel owners and operators.

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New Guide Outlines Best-Practices for Tropical Forest-Based Tours

April 21st, 2008 in Featured • News

Conservation International (CI) is pleased to announce its latest publication, A Practical Guide to Good Practice for Tropical Forest-Based Tours, incorporating input from biologists and travel experts from Australia, Belize, Ecuador, the United States and the United Kingdom.

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