Mangrove Tour via Stand-up Paddle Boarding

Me in the Mangroves

I tried a new adventure in Belize during my most recent trip. I’ve taken a boat ride through mangroves before and I’ve gone stand-up paddle boarding many times, but this is the first time I’ve combined the two. Ronnie was Continue reading Mangrove Tour via Stand-up Paddle Boarding

2014 Wrap-up

I started 2014 by celebrating New Years in Christchurch, New Zealand and the year evolved from there. On January 3rd, I moved on to Australia for some epic adventures (admittedly I still have some posts to write from that trip). Continue reading 2014 Wrap-up

To and From Caye Caulker

Caye Caulker Sunset

There are only a couple of options to get to an island…by boat or by plane.  I’ve taken both to get to Caye Caulker, but I definitely have a preference.  First let me share some details so you can make Continue reading To and From Caye Caulker

Snorkeling the Belize Barrier Reef

Puffer Fish

While known as the Belize Barrier Reef in Belize, it’s actually part of the Mesoamerican Reef System (the second largest in the world).  I’ve snorkeled this area many times over the last four years and this year I snorkeled it Continue reading Snorkeling the Belize Barrier Reef

Additional Military Presence at Caracol

Caana

During my recent visit to San Ignacio, I made my third visit to the Mayan ruins of Caracol (meaning Snail, but it’s original name was Three-Hills Water) but this trip was noticeably different.  The military escort was no longer a Continue reading Additional Military Presence at Caracol

Getting To Belize

My day started out great…except for maybe the 1:15am alarm.  Unlike me…I had actually packed the previous day (Thanksgiving).  Normally I wait until the last possible moment.  Maybe I’ve learned my lesson, but I doubt it.  I had enough time Continue reading Getting To Belize

Headed Back to Belize

It feels like forever since I’ve traveled even though I did visit my family in Alaska this summer.  I head back to Belize tomorrow and am excited to see my friends there and also introduce my friend Barb to this Continue reading Headed Back to Belize

I’m Home Party

My Pavlova

I had a few friends over to celebrate me being back home.  I put together a slide show of photos that ran on the TV while I shared stories of my travels.  The highlight of the party was sharing some Continue reading I’m Home Party

Favorite Belize Sunrises and Sunsets

Sunset

I’ve admitted before that I’m a little nuts about taking photos of sunrises and sunsets.  So, I thought I’d share some of my favorites from my recent trip starting with Belize.  Which one your favorite? Caye Caulker Sunrise Caye Caulker Continue reading Favorite Belize Sunrises and Sunsets