Belize Vacation Resort in a Caribbean Paradise. Our rooms are made of the finest Belizean hardwoods and are situated on a natural dune 66ft from the Caribbean Sea. Tropical forests, mountains, Maya temples, diving, fishing, windsurfing, tropical beaches! http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Belize/beachesanddreams/hotel/387/3/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:18:32 EST Our restaurant, often desrcibed as one of the best in Southern Belize, offers a fully stocked bar, satellite TV and large variety of North American, Mexican, and Caribbean dishes, plus burgers and pizza. Choose from over 50 items, including vegetarian selections. We also prepare local and international dishes for lunch and dinner specials. Whether you want to dive Belize's 185-mile barrier reef and atolls... - Find the roads less traveled... - Discover the underwater flora... - Visit the jungle... - Swim with the wildlife... - Tour historical Mayan architecture... - Take in a breathtaking sunrise... - Go to the Cayes... - Or just relax and take a nap... Whatever your fancy... Vacations are made of Beaches and Dreams! An adventurer's paradise, Belize is your peaceful, English-speaking neighbor only two hours away from 3 major U.S. Gateways. With a diversity of adventure opportunities unmatched by any other country, the Belize people have protected 40% of the country as parks and natural reserves. Belize is on the Caribbean coast, nestled between Mexico and Guatemala and offers an intriguing mix of tropical forests rich with wildlife, majestic 3,675 foot mountains, mysterious Maya temples, and diving and fishing experiences beyond compare.In a single day you can go from tropical forest to the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere. AMENITIES: Furnished with kingsize beds, rattan furniture and ceiling fans, these spacious rooms provide a comfortable, relaxing stay. The private tiled bath includes bathtub and shower, hot and cold water and large mirror with vanity lighting. ACTIVITIES: Experience all the beauty Belize has to offer: from spectacular diving and snorkeling, to Belizean culture, to beautiful scenery by foot, by bicycle, or by kayak, the choice is yours at Beaches and Dreams. Bicycling and Kayaking Our guests have complimentary use of kayaks and bicycles. We can transport you to Sittee River, Freshwater Creek, Hopkins or Anderson Lagoons for a morning or afternoon of kayaking. Diving Stay with us and learn to dive with Belize Dive Academy. We also cater to the experienced diver who prefers small groups and personalized attention. Dancing and Drums During your stay, we can take you into the village of Hopkins to experience an evening of Garifuna drumming and dancing. Fishing Troll or dropline for grouper, jack, mackerel, tuna and snapper, then feast on your catch prepared the way you want it. Outside Glover's Reef Preserve (see below) is some of the best fishing in Belize. Glover's Reef Discover the best of Belize at Glover's Reef Marine Preserve. Aproximately 200 sq. miles, Glover's Reef is home to incredible coral formations, a huge variety of fish, and playful dophins. Diving in Belize Let our on-staff instructor and dive-masters lead you in to the underwater paradise of Belize's 185 mile long Barrier Reef. Come face to face with the underwater wildlife while you breathe comfortably in eighty degree water. Experience what it feels like to swim the huge schools of fish while they play in the coral at sixty feet. Whether you are an experienced diver or just a novice Belize's Barrier Reef is not to be missed. The focus of Belize Diving Academy is quality individual instruction to students and first rate diving to the more experienced diver. If you prefer small groups with more personalized service then Belize Diving Academy is for you. Mr. David Chorley, our on-staff instructor, is PADI certified and licensed to teach the following courses and specialties: Courses (requires 1-4 days) - Discover Scuba Diving (Resort Course) - Referral Dives - Open Water Certification - Advanced Open Water Certification - Rescue Diver - Dive Master - Master Diver - Specialties (requires 1-2 days) - Underwater Naturalist - Underwater Photography - Underwater Digital Videography - Search and Recovery - Night Diver - Deep Diver - Wreck Diver Belize Vacation Tours Explore Belize with Beaches and Dreams! These are just some of the adventures waiting for you. Snorkeling Snorkel the largest reef in the Western Hemisphere and see the tropical beauty of Belize's Barrier Reef. Maya Ruin Adventure Visit one of the longest occupied Mayan Cities in Belize at Xunantunich, or go south to Nim Li Punit and Lubaantun. Sittee River Wildlife Tour Take a morning or afternoon boat ride up the Sittee River in search of iguana, crocodile, parrot, toucan and many other species of birds and wildlife. Three Sisters Waterfalls Swim in the upper falls at Three Sisters Waterfalls, watch for birds and animals during this four mile hike through the pristine jungle of Belize. Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Preserve Swim in the upper falls at Three Sisters Waterfalls,watch for birds and animals during this four mile hike through the pristine jungle of Belize. DINING/RESTARUANTS: Type: Resort Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Belize/beachesanddreams/hotel/387/3/ Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:18:32 EST