Warm Up this Winter in Belize

It is no secret that as the weather turns cold in North America, "snowbirds" look for warmer climates to spend the winter months. With warm temperatures, beautiful landscapes and pristine blue waters, Belize is the perfect destination to escape the harsh winter months.

Belize offers something for everyone – the adventurer, honeymooner, diver or the average traveler simply in search of a beautiful sunset, Belize has a vacation package to fit. Here are several properties that offer special winter packages and rates:

Ambergris Caye – A beautiful tropical island located about 45 minutes off the coast of Belize City.

Belize's luxury resort, Victoria House, located on Ambergris Caye, offers an island romance package created for couples to celebrate that special occasion whether it is a honeymoon, an anniversary, a birthday or just a celebration of life with someone you love! It includes round trip air transportation for two from Philip Goldson International Airport in Belize to San Pedro Town, welcome cocktails and daily continental breakfasts and dinners. Upon arrival, guests will indulge in a romantic sunset sail along Ambergris Caye complete with a complimentary bottle of chilled champagne. In addition, guests receive a golf cart for a day to explore the charming town of San Pedro, a snorkel trip to the renowned Shark Ray Alley and the pristine Hol Chan Marine Reserve, as well as an exciting boat trip up the jungle river, which leads to the ancient Mayan site of Altun Ha. The package is available for five or seven nights and priced per couple. Prices range from $2,966 to $3,871. For more information contact Victoria House at 888-535-8832 or visit their Web site at www.victoria-house.com.

Placencia – This scenic ocean front town is located in the Stann Creek District in Southern Belize.

The Inn at Roberts Grove is offering travelers the 2006 Winter Beach Odyssey, which includes round trip airfare from the Philip Goldson International Airport in Belize to Placencia, accommodations in a first floor suite with private terrace, all meals and a full day snorkel trip to the islands of Laughing Bird Caye, Robert's Caye and the Barrier Reef. Travelers who sign up for the Winter Beach Odyssey will also experience a full day float and trail walk down the Monkey River. The hotel's three swimming pools, tennis court, jacuzzis, gym, kayaks, canoes, windsurfing equipment, hobie kats, sailboats and bicycles will all be made available for your pleasure. Prices range from $1,217 for a five-night stay to $1,597 for a seven-night stay. For more information contact the Inn at Roberts Grove at 011-501-523-3565 or visit the Web site at www.robertsgrove.com.

Cayo District – Nestled deep in the heart of the rainforest on the Western border of Belize.

Belize's Chaa Creek Resort and Spa located on a 330-acre private nature preserve on the Macal River in the Cayo district offers a Christmas Season 2005 Package. The four night package includes accommodations set in lush tropical gardens along the banks of the Macal River in the foothills of the Maya Mountains of Western Belize. Guests enjoy daily breakfasts and dinners, horseback rides, mountain biking, nature walks, the Natural History Museum and Butterfly Farm tours and a sunset canoe trip during their stay. Also included is a choice of two spa treatments and a special Christmas surprise gift package. This four night package is available anytime from December 17-31 with prices ranging from $1,720 to $2,123. For more information call Chaa Creek Resort and Spa at 011-501-824-2037 or visit their Web site at www.chaacreek.com .

For more information on any of these resorts or the many other accommodations in Belize, contact the Belize Board of Tourism at 1-800-624-0686 or visit them on the Web at www.travelbelize.org.

SOURCE Belize Board of Tourism