This was a fun one to write. My colleague and I go head to head, debating which is a better travel destination, Belize vs Costa Rica? At any time of year, Central America astounds with its gorgeous beaches, exciting hikes, ancient ruins…
Travel Goals
Somerville, Mass – Setting goals is essential for motivating to accomplish new things, building confidence, and living life to the fullest. (A few quick clicks on Google will confirm this many times over.) Now, the travel experts at Lonely Planet…
Secret Marvels of the World
“The cave was black. The weak beam of my headlamp lit only as far as my next step. But when our guide shined his powerful light on our surroundings, the space suddenly opened up. It was a vast cavern, hanging…
Family Travel Snap
The twins and I are featured on the Lonely Planet Family Travel Snap today. Check us out as we share our experiences zip-lining in Belize. Read more on Lonely Planet…
Adventure Twins in Belize
Adventure Twins in Belize — My stomach roiled as the boat rocked and rolled along the Caribbean waves, and our two-hour journey stretched into three. The patchwork of emerald and azure waters was barely visible through the small windows of…
Snorkeling Adventure in Belize
HALF MOON CAYE, Belize — Apparently, kids as young as 5 years old enjoy snorkeling. It must be true; I read it in the Lonely Planet. Actually, I wrote it in the Lonely Planet guide to Belize, when my twins…
Unplugged in Paradise
A busy urban family discovers a different kind of luxury. Unplugged in paradise. I had been telling folks back home that we were going to an “island resort” in Belize. So when my family arrived at Half Moon Caye, I…
Great Blue Hole
Lighthouse Reef Atoll, Belize – When Jacques Cousteau puts a dive site on his Top Ten list, then you know it must be good. That’s what I was reminding myself as I descended along a wall into the depths of the…
Pirate Party
Somerville, Mass – Among the first European settlers of Belize were the British Baymen. These guys were essentially pirates and buccaneers, who hid out on the many islands and atolls off the coast of Belize, waiting for their next best…
Belize Round-Up
Somerville, Mass – We are back in the pink house, where the forsythia is blooming and the internet is working. Now you can get the skinny on our adventurous week in Belize. Start by learning about Half Moon Caye Hobnob with…