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Belize
Belize is a central American neighbor of Guatemala and Mexico. As a former British colony, it is one of the few Latin American countries in which English is the official language. Contributors typically seek answers about the country's ancient Maya ruins; English and Scottish buccaneer past; extensive cave system; jungle and wildlife reserve ecotourism; and tourist attractions of safe fishing and water sports.
801 Questions
Is Belize in a bad area near Mexico?
Yes. Murder rate close to the Mexico-Belize border is around 36.6 homicides per 100,000. This puts the area as dangerous as New Orleans (41.7 murders per 100,000). This is due to the fact that the Mexico-Belize border is quite remote and porous, leading to violence between drug cartels trying to control this route from Central America into Mexico, and from there into the United States.
Is Belize bordered by Guatemala and Honduras?
Nope - it's bordered by Guatemala to the south and west, and by Mexico to the west and north of the country. To the east is a coastline.
Is Belize near the Gulf OF Mexico?
Not really: Belize has shores on the Caribbean sea, and the straight-line distance between Belize and the Gulf of Mexico (via Mexico) is roughly 400 Km (250 miles).
Can you use a US stamp in Belize?
No, you use the postage of the country where you are mailing the item.
Which is not a national capital Ottawa Belize or Mexico city?
Belize qualifies as such (Belize is a country, and its capital is Belmopan).
Death in the blue hole Belize?
Yes, there have been deaths, but not very often. They recently (December 2008) found the body of a diver on the bottom of Blue Hole. He had previously disappeared on a dive.
Can you wear shorts in belize city?
People are allowed to wear shorts in the city of Belize. It is recommended to wear shorts when spending time on the beach and when traveling in the rain forest.
Is Belize south of the Yucatan Peninsula?
Yes, Belize borders Mexico to the South, on the Caribbean coast.
Almost all Belizeans are mixed with the same race that you would find in other Central American countries. Some speak only English, some English, Spanish, Garifuna, etc.. Belize is known as being Bilingual and even trilingual.. Belize has a heavy Caribbean and Latin American influence. So, you get 2 countries in 1 .. PS: Belizeans are not West Indian but some are descendants of West Indians..
Belize borders Guatemala to the North East and Mexico to the South East.
What is the rating for Caye International Bank in Belize?
The banking ratings in Belize are managed by the Central Bank of Belize and its has two rating levels: An 'A' class, which is an unrestricted license and a 'B' class, which is a restricted license. The Cayes International Bank in Belize has been given an 'A' class rating and this allows it to perform international banking business without restriction from its Belize banking offices.
When did Manuel Esquivel become the prime minister of Belize?
Manuel Esquivel became the prime minister of Belize on 1984 December 17, and again on 1993 July 3.
Where can one find information regarding Belize vacation rentals?
Information on Belize vacation rentals can be found on TripAdvisor and Paradise Hunters websites. There are reviews from other travelers as well as useful information on various vacation rentals available. One can also inquire with a local travel agent for vacation rentals.
Who is the current President of Belize?
Belize is part of the Commonwealth. I do not know if that means the Head of State is HM the Queen.... Yes, Belize is part of the Commonwealth however we are an independent nation.The leader of Belize is called a Prime Minister.The current one is the Hon. Dean Barrow.
El Salvador and Belize are smaller than other Central American countries. The disadvantages of the difference in size is that the two countries have less land for farming and towns and cities, and there may be less people available for the country’s military. Other than that I have no idea.
Is there 2 countris named Belize?
No, Belize is a country in Central America. An island paradise. For any tourists from the United States are looking for good old American products. Go to island super market, Location: Coconut Drive, San Pedro Belize, next to Tropic Air.
What kind of resources are good for tourism in the country of Belize?
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What did antonio soberanis did important for Belize independence?
As I understand it, Antonio Soberanis was a Belizean who saw and lived with injustices and spoke out publicly against it. There were many others besides him who felt the same way and had similar experiences. He took a bold stance and was not only jailed for it but made some necessary changes to help the people at that time, which was more than what the government / British were doing.
What is closer to Mexico Belmopan or Guatemala City?
Belmopan qualifies as such, as it is only 55 kilometers (34 miles) away from the Mexico-Belize border; Guatemala City is more than 284 kilometers (177 miles) away from the Guatemala-Mexico border.
