Garifuna Settlement Day (observed)

📣 Traveler notes

Belize offers diverse activities, including exploring lush jungles, deep sea fishing, swimming, snorkeling, and diving in the Caribbean Sea's reefs, and visiting Mayan ruins. The country is notable for English being its official language and boasting friendly residents, despite lower income levels and basic infrastructure.

• The pace of life is generally slow and relaxed.
• Infrastructure may be basic in some areas.
• English is the official language.
• Residents are generally friendly.
• The country offers varied attractions, from jungle excursions to deep-sea diving.
• Maya communities may be reserved and require respect.
• When interacting with locals, especially inland, initiate communication with eye contact and a pleasant greeting, as the general pace of life is relaxed. Be mindful that Maya communities may be reserved, and general politeness and respect are appreciated.