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They’re known for their vibrant colors and delicious cultural cuisines. Did-you-know that the Garifuna also contributed a popular hypnotic drumbeat music, known as “Punta”? Experience the elation of these dances and ceremonies that’s all available to you in southern Belize!

November 19th commemorates the arrival in 1823 of the Garifuna (descendants of Carib, Arawak and West African people) and their contribution to the Belizean landscape. In 2001, UNESCO proclaimed the Garifuna language, music and dance to be among the masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

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Thinking of hiking the famous Victoria Peak? Here’s how to do it
Despite being the second highest elevation (approx. 3,670 ft/ 1,120 m)in Belize whose summit is many mountain climbers’ holy grail,...
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Why Belize is perfect for Slow Travel
In 2018, “last chance” tourism was a trending term when it came to the travel industry, a new wave of...
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How to have a low-impact vacation when traveling to Belize
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s to tread with more care when it comes to traveling to other countries....
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