News Travel Exploring Belize: From Mayan ruins to barrier reefs and birds, there’s lots to see and do in this small Central American country Sat., Sept. 2, 2017 ...

Belize has been overshadowed by bigger neighbors, but this Caribbean destination is well worth a visit. Read about the best things to do in Belize, including diving and exploring its Mayan ruins.

Sarah Cusenza and her husband, Ryan, at Caracol Mayan ruins in Belize. Why I went: It was my honeymoon (with husband, Ryan) and we love a good adventure.

But tiny Belize has a major advantage in reeling in the holidaymakers — spectacular Mayan ruins tucked away in lush jungle. The nation is home to more prehistoric buildings than modern-day ones ...

By escorted tour: One example is the 8-day “Belize Archaeology and Tikal,” which gets you to Xunantunich, Caracol and other Mayan sites (www.themayantraveler.com, 888-843-6292).

Ruins and epic nature—That’s what you’ll get in San Ignacio, Belize! There are two main easily accessible Mayan ruins to check out here, with a few others that are more far-reached.

UPDATED: December 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM CST On my first full day in Belize, I climbed Mayan pyramids under a blazing sun — and then cooled off by swimming to a mountain cascade.

SAN IGNACIO, Belize — The same turquoise waters that lure tourists to Caribbean destinations slosh around Belize’s island chain. But tiny Belize also has spectacular Maya ruins tucked away in ...

WASHINGTON – An examination of numerous houses excavated at two sites in southern Belize is providing insight into gaping wealth inequality in ancient Maya cities – a disparity that ...

The government of Belize has launched an investigation into the near-destruction of Noh Mul (Big Hill), a large Mayan archaeological site, on May 10 by a construction company.

On my first full day in Belize, I climbed Mayan pyramids under a blazing sun – and then cooled off by swimming to a mountain cascade. Three days later, I relaxed in a rainbow hammock in an over ...