Discover a place of uncompromised natural beauty and welcoming people. Discover a place where people of diverse traditions live in harmony and government provides maximum protection with minimal interference. Discover Belize.

In Belize, temple ruins are an iconic legacy of the Mayan Empire. From the British Empire, Belize inherited English as the official language, stable government, and common law traditions. Independent since 1981, Belize remains a member of the Commonwealth of Nations – a voluntary association of 53 former British possessions.

By pegging currency value 2:1 to the US dollar, Belize enjoys one of the most stable currencies in the Americas. Property ownership through clear deeded title, strong international banking presence, flexible corporate structures, offshore trusts and curtailed capital gains taxes, make Belize a great place for you and your assets to call home.

Boasting the world’s second longest reef system, much of the beauty of Belize in found under the surface of her crystal clear waters. Year round, the warm waters of Belize invite you to discover the joys of snorkeling, diving, fishing and boating. The Bay of Chetumal, where Orchid Bay is located, is a great place to fish for a variety of species, including tarpon and snook. Imagine the fun of sending pictures of yourself on the brilliant blue water, holding up your latest catch, to your friends who haven’t yet discovered Belize.

In Belize you will see healthy populations of numerous species endangered elsewhere in Central America. Colorful birds, flowers, fruits and butterflies delight the senses. have healthy populations in Belize. Belize is a fantastic place for bird watching!

Belize is investing in the infrastructure required to handle the influx of tourists, investors and expats eager to see all Belize has to offer. In order to better serve European travelers, the international airport is being expanded to accommodate direct trans-Atlantic flights. Carnival and Royal Caribbean are both building world class cruise ship ports.

Belize remains enchanting and pristine. Friendly residents go out of their way to make you feel welcome. With a total population of 279,000, Belize is a country that feels like a small town.

Read about the Mayan Ruins at Cerros and the Mayan Calendar