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5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Belize

August 6, 2015 By Debra Schroeder 10 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Traveling Well For Less has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. Traveling Well For Less and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. Opinions, reviews, analyses & recommendations are the author's alone, and have not been reviewed, endorsed or approved by any of these entities. Read my disclosure and privacy policies.

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Why you should travel to Belize

Imagine the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea lapping on the shores as the white sand glistens in the sun.

Sea turtles and whale sharks swimming among you as you snorkel and dive in the second largest coral reef in the world and the longest in the Western Hemisphere.

Ancient Mayan ruins towering above the jungle landscape.  And you’ll find yourself in Belize.

Reasons to visit Belize

But jungles, beaches, and snorkeling aside, there are many reasons why you should add Belize to your bucket list.

Here are 5 simple reasons why you should travel to Belize:

Contents

  • 1.  No Visa Required
  • 2.  English Is Spoken
  • 3.  Set Currency Rates
  • 4.  Dollars Accepted Everywhere
  • 5.  Short Flights From the US
  • Conclusion

1.  No Visa Required

If you’re a US citizen, you do not need a visa to travel to Belize.

2.  English Is Spoken

You won’t have to use Google Translate or any other foreign language translation app.  Because English is the official language of Belize.

3.  Set Currency Rates

Unlike other countries where the currency rate fluctuates, there are no currency fluctuations in Belize.  The currency exchange rate is set at two Belize dollars to one US dollar. Always.

Yep, all day, everyday, all the time. So put those currency converters away because the math is simple.  If the listed price is $28bzd, it’s $14.

4.  Dollars Accepted Everywhere

And if a set currency rate isn’t enough to convince you, how about not having to get foreign currency or Belize dollars.

You read that right. You do not have to exchange your US dollars when you visit Belize.  Because the US dollar is accepted everywhere in Belize.

5.  Short Flights From the US

In slightly over two hours, you could be sunning on the beach or hiking in the jungle (if you fly out of Miami).

Coming from New York, a flight to Belize takes six and a half hours.  Less than a full day at work. Hmm, go to work or fly to Belize…

Conclusion

Not sure why you should visit Belize?  As the only country in Central America where English is the official language, you won’t have any language barriers when traveling in Belize.

And with no visa requirements, a fixed current rate, US dollars widely accepted, and quick flights from the US, Belize is an easy country for an international vacation.

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  2. Farrah says

    September 14, 2015 at 5:29 pm

    Yay for Belize! I’ve only been there once, but would love to go back again at some point! I went cave tubing while I was there, and it was a ton of fun! :]

    Reply
    • Debra Schroeder says

      September 17, 2015 at 3:27 pm

      Hi Farrah,

      Sounds like your first visit to Belize (like ours) was on a cruise. We did the cave tubing as well.

      Our second trip (this summer) we stayed a week. Next time we’ll go for two weeks or longer.

      Reply
  3. Mama Munchkin says

    September 17, 2015 at 3:00 pm

    Those are very compelling reasons. We missed some great flights they had out of LAX recently… but fares are still under $500 so still very affordable.

    Reply
    • Debra Schroeder says

      September 17, 2015 at 3:29 pm

      Hi Mama Munchkins,

      LOL, right? We were actually in Belize when American Airlines was offering $220 roundtrip flights from San Diego. I couldn’t get a decent Wi-Fi connection or I would have booked several more trips.

      Reply
  4. Ashley says

    September 20, 2015 at 7:47 pm

    I stopped in Belize when I was on a cruise and loved it!

    Reply
    • Debra Schroeder says

      September 21, 2015 at 8:26 am

      Hi Ashley,

      That was our first introduction to Belize too. It just took us 9 years to get back. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Shobha says

    September 21, 2015 at 1:32 am

    I knew I wanted to visit Belize because I’ve seen photos of the beaches. I didn’t realise how easy it was though – the no visas and US dollars thing is great!!

    Reply
    • Debra Schroeder says

      September 21, 2015 at 8:27 am

      Hi Shobha,

      Totally easy. Even more so because everyone speaks English. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Jenn Kinnamon says

    March 25, 2018 at 9:40 pm

    You don’t need a passport? We’re planning a trip this July.

    Reply
    • Debra Schroeder says

      March 26, 2018 at 8:13 am

      Hi Jenn Kinnamon,

      You need a passport to visit Belize. If you’re a US citizen, you don’t need a visa.

      Reply

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