Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine October 2018 | Page 115

BELIZE

Q : What is Belize ’ s tourism brand ? A : Our tourism brand is nature , culture , history and adventure . The only English speaking country in Central America , Belize offers an extensive array of attractions . Belize is the home of the largest Barrier Reef in the Western Hemisphere . Here exotic wildlife roams through pristine tropical forests and cool mountain rivers discharge into the turquoise Caribbean Sea . There are many ancient Maya cities , underground caves , zip lining and numerous other inland activities as well as funpacked water sports on our tropical islands . Whether you are looking to be pampered , hike nature and medicinal trails , explore underground caves , discover the secrets of the mysterious Mayan cities , swim in azure waters , enjoy our melting pot of different cultures , excellent cuisine and the warmth of friendly people , walk along charming white sandy beaches , or simply relax and admire the magical Belizean sunset , Belize is the perfect vacation destination . Our tacos , hudut , escabeche , fry jacks and Pok-a-Toc Mayan football game are not only part of our daily lives but are intriguing names that will fuel the visitor ’ s curiosity to want to learn more about Belize , a Curious Place . Here time standstills and adventure is only surpassed by the visitor ’ s creativity and imagination .
Q : What are your unique selling points ? A : Belize ’ s diverse and unique tourism product and the country ’ s easy access are perhaps the best selling points . The country is just 2 ½ hrs away from the main continental USA airline hubs in Houston or Miami and is serviced by daily or weekly flights from major airlines from both the US , Canada and Central America . The various tourism regions within the country are easily accessible by land , sea or air . Once you are in Belize , one day you can snorkel among sharks in a multicolored marine kingdom and the other you can find yourself ziplining at lightning speed atop an expanse of greenery or discovering the hidden secrets of ancient Mayan cities , once inhabited by mysterious and highly complex people – the Mayas . Also the fact that we are nestled both within the Caribbean and Central America adds to our diversity as a people and in the tourism product we offer .
Q : What key elements of your country would you say is most attractive to visitors ? A : Visitors are always captivated by the vast variety and uniqueness of Belize ’ s attractions . They are in particularly intrigued by the diversity and unique blend offered by Belize ’ s rainforest and reef ( R & R ) based

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