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San Ignacio, Belize
Adventure – To me, this is the one word that describes the country of Belize. Travelers come to Belize to experience an adventurous vacation whether it be exploring caves, hiking the jungles, taking a 4×4 expedition, or just tubing down rivers. Belize is a small country that makes up one of the eight countries in Central America. Belize is bordered by Mexico and Guatemala and English is the official language. You won’t find many Spanish Speaking people here like the other surrounding countries but many Belizeans speak creole which is a language that has been developed by mixing different languages into one. Belize is a relatively new country, at least…
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ATM Cave in Belize, What an Adventure!
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A List of my top 15 Favorite UNESCO Sites
United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization = UNESCO Most of us have heard of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, I hope! But do we truly understand the meaning and significance of these sites? According to the UNESCO website, their mission is to build peaceful relationships internationally through education, science, and culture. Heritage Sites are areas around the world that are legally protected by UNESCO. World Heritage Sites (WHS) are set up by UNESCO for their historical, cultural, natural, educational, and scientific significance. WHS are not just structures created by man but can also be natural wonders of the world. As of now, there are 1154 World Heritage Sites across 167…
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Day Trip to Teotihuacan, Mexico
When you think of Pyramids, most people will likely imagine the Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. Many people don’t realize that the country of Mexico is home to ancient pyramids and civilizations that in my opinion rival those of Ancient Egypt. In fact, the Americas have more pyramids then the rest of the world combined. One of the largest archaeological sites in the America’s is Teotihuacan (Pronounced “Tay-Oh-Tay-Wah-Khan”) located just 30 miles (50 Km) from one of my favorite cities, Mexico City. A day trip to Teotihuacan is very doable from Mexico City and highly recommended. Getting to Teotihuacan from Mexico City You would think getting to Teotihuacan from one…
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Visit Tikal, Guatemala – The Ancient Mayan City
Tikal, Guatemala, one of the greatest ancient cities of the Mayan world. This famous archaeological site is well known, yet hidden to many tourists because of it’s secluded location. Tikal is located in northern Guatemala within the Maya Biosphere Reserve. The most notable features of Tikal are the tall and slender pyramids surrounded by lush jungles and the abundance of wildlife. You can explore the site for days and continue to find new ruins, many which have yet to be excavated. There are thousands of structures that have been uncovered and only a small percentage of the ruins have been thoroughly explored. The Mayan Civilization at Tikal It is believed…
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2 Days in Guanajuato, Mexico
Guanajuato is one of Mexico’s 31 states. Surprisingly there is a city in Guanajuato named…Guanajuato. It lies about 240 miles (390 KM) northwest of Mexico City. The terrain around Guanajuato is very hilly making this town very unique as it is built throughout the valley. Most alley and walk ways are narrow and quite steep. Another unique feature about Guanajuato are the roads, which are primarily underground. Guanajuato got its start in the mid 1500’s after silver was discovered in the area. Today, the whole town of Guanajuato is listed as a UNESCO site, filled with colorful buildings and historical structures. We were fortunate enough to travel to this beautiful…
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ATM Cave in Belize, What an Adventure!
Direction to Actun Tunichil Muknal Actun Tunichil Muknal or as we call it, the ATM Cave. This archaeological site is within the Tapir Mountain Nature Reserve about an hour away by vehicle from San Ignacio, Belize. It is required to book a tour to visit the cave due to safety and preservation. We ended up booking our tour online through a local company in San Ignacio Called Mayawalk Tours. The tour was absolutely incredible and visiting the ATM is one of the most adventurous and memorable experiences I’ve done. The Belizean Government made it illegal to take cameras within the cave due to the archaeological artifacts and because a tourist…
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San Ignacio, Belize
