Belize is situated on the eastern shores of the area of the world known as Central America and is the only country in this part of the world where English is spoken. Up until 1981 when the country gained its independence for more than a century Belize had been a British colony. Today Belize is becoming increasingly popular with tourists from around the world as it offers them so many things to do and see. Below we look at what we feel are 7 great reasons to visit Belize.

Belize is the smallest of all the Central American countries but don’t let that fool you because it has lots of miles of beautiful white sanded beaches, Mayan archaeological sites such as: Caracol, Xunantunich and Lamanai, rain forests filled with wildlife, lots of animal species, and a culture with a very noticeable British influence but unique at the same time.

Belize is a country of various cultures, languages, and ethnic groups. Approximately 270,000 people in Belize consist of Creole, Garifuna, Mestizo, Spanish, Maya, English, Mennonite, Lebanese, Chinese, and East Indian.

This week, Julia traveled to the decidedly untouristy Central American country of Belize as she sought out a holiday away from the crowds.

Belize in Central America is Central America’s only English speaking country. Belize lies in the western Caribbean on the coast of Central America. Belize is home to a mix of ten different cultures including Garifuna, Maya, Creole, Mestizo, East Indian, and German Mennonites.

While the core of Belize is composed of equatorial jungle, meandering rivers and desert plains, the outer reefs and islands provide the extra allure. The scuba diving and bone fishing in Belize are legendary. The windsurfing, while potentially spectacular, is largely unknown. Which is, of course, exactly why I went there.