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Category: What to do in Placencia
Ari & Anton performing Live Jazz infront of an audience at The Banks Resort in Belize

A Sound of Our Own: Meet The Belize Collection's Resident Musicians, Ari & Anton

Across Belize, music is woven into everyday life. It carries stories, preserves traditions, brings people together, and gives each place its own rhythm. At The Belize Collection, creating meaningful experiences also means celebrating the people and c… Read more
A couple walking on the beach at Blue Reef Beach Resort

What to Pack for Your Stay at Blue Reef Beach Resort in Placencia, Belize

A beach vacation in Belize is all about keeping things simple, and that includes packing light. Blue Reef Beach Resort sits on the Placencia Peninsula in southern Belize, just minutes from Placencia Village and the Placencia Municipal Airport (PLJ), … Read more
Aerial view of Blue Reef Beach Resort

Two Belize Stays, One Seamless Escape

Blue Reef Beach Resort and Blue Reef Island offer two very different ways to experience Belize: one on the mainland in laid-back Placencia, and one on a private island just offshore. Together, they create a vacation where you can mix beach time, adve… Read more
The Belize Collection Water Station at The 2025 Roaring Run for Jaguars

Beyond the Finish Line: Three Belize Races That Make Every Mile Matter

There are plenty of reasons to visit Belize; its warm Caribbean waters, lush rainforests, diverse culture, and incredible wildlife are just the beginning. But for those who love to travel with purpose, there's another reason to lace up their running … Read more
The Balcony of the Seafront Suite at Blue Reef Beach Resort

A Weekend Escape to Placencia: 48 Hours at Blue Reef Beach Resort

Sometimes, all you need is a weekend by the sea to recharge. Nestled along the stunning Placencia Peninsula, Blue Reef Beach Resort is the perfect place to experience the best of southern Belize. With beautifully renovated accommodations, direct beac… Read more
Beachfront view at Blue Reef Beach Resort with tall coconut palm trees lining the shoreline, white sand, and turquoise ocean water

A Slower Side of Belize: Experiencing Placencia During Green Season

Most visitors dream about Belize during the height of the dry season, but there is something special about experiencing Placencia during the Green Season. The peninsula takes on a different rhythm. The beaches feel quieter, the mornings feel slower, … Read more
Guest snorkeling through corals and schools of fish in the shallow waters of the Belize Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Placencia, Belize

The Best Way to Enjoy Belize Without Overplanning

Belize is known for its natural beauty, rich culture, and unforgettable adventures. From the Belize Barrier Reef to ancient Maya sites and lush rainforests, there is so much to see and do. But for many travellers, trying to fit everything into one tr… Read more
A couple lying in poolside lounge chairs at Blue Reef Beach & Marina in Placencia

What Slow Living by the Sea Actually Feels Like at Blue Reef Beach Resort

We live in a world that rewards being busy. Packed schedules, constant notifications, the quiet pressure to always be somewhere, doing something, refining everything. And then you land on the Placencia Peninsula, step onto the soft sand at Blue Reef … Read more
An aerial view of Blue Reef Island and the surrounding cayes that are off the coast of Dangriga

Same Water, Two Different Islands

Blue Reef Island & Rhythm Reef Caye Somewhere off the southern coast of Belize, past the mangroves and through the shimmer of the Caribbean, two islands sit in the same stretch of turquoise water, and yet they couldn’t feel more different. That’s… Read more
Guest enjoying a relaxing swim in the beachfront pool at Blue Reef Beach & Marina surrounded by tropical scenery and coastal views.

Why Visit Belize from June to August

Summer in Belize, from June through August, offers a completely different and deeply rewarding travel experience. While some travelers focus only on peak dry season months, those who visit during summer discover a greener, more vibrant, and more rel… Read more
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