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Belize

Country: Belize

Population: 294,385

Capital: Belmopan

Time Zone: UTC-6

Currency Name: Belizean dollar (BZD)

Government Type: Parliamentary democracy

Languages: Spanish 46%, Creole 32.9%, Mayan dialects 8.9%, English 3.9% (official), Garifuna 3.4% (Carib), German 3.3%, other 1.4%, unknown 0.2%

Ethnic Breakdown: mestizo 48.7%, Creole 24.9%, Maya 10.6%, Garifuna 6.1%, other 9.7%

Religion: Roman Catholic 49.6%, Protestant 27% (Pentecostal 7.4%, Anglican 5.3%, Seventh-Day Adventist 5.2%, Mennonite 4.1%, Methodist 3.5%, Jehovah's Witnesses 1.5%), other 14%, none 9.4%

Major Cities: Belmopan, Belize City

Phone Country Code: 501

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Official Tourism Website: http://www.travelbelize.org/

High Travel Season: mid-December - mid-April

Voltage: 220 V - 50 Hz

Electrical Plug Type: b, g

Major Holidays: January 1 (New Year's Day), March 9 (Baron Bliss Day), Easter, May 1 (Labor Day), May 24 (Commonwealth Day), September 10 (St. George's Caye Day), September 21 (Independence Day), October 12 (Columbus Day), November 19 (Garifuna Settlement Day), December 25 (Christmas Day), December 26 (Boxing Day)

Misc Fact / Good to Know: Average temperatures range from 89 to 96 degrees F, depending on the season.

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Central America Explorer - Southbound

Enjoy a Central American odyssey. Take the opportunity to throw yourself into the local culture, explore spectacular landscapes and discover ancient Mayan ruins. Spot unusual birds, dive into underwater worlds and relax on Caribbean beaches. Experience it all without breaking the bank, from Mexico City all the way to San Jose. more information

Central America Encompassed - Southbound

Spend a month taking an in depth look at the ancient sights, idyllic beaches and wild nightlife of Central America. Get off the beaten track and discover traditional villages, smoking volcanoes, exotic wildlife and sparkling underwater worlds. This truly is a Central American adventure to remember. more information

Mayan Highlights

Through Mexico, Belize and Guatemala, this adventure combines the volcanic beauty of the highlands with the mystery of ancient Mayan ruins and perfect beaches of the Caribbean. From Cancun to Playa del Carmen, this three week journey offers the chance to get out and get active, or enjoy a more relaxing pace while exploring the Mayan highlights of Central America. more information

Mayan Encounter

Search for paradise somewhere between the blazing Yucatan sun and the cool Guatemalan highlands on this fabulous Mayan Encounter. From active volcanoes and remote jungles to fascinating ruins and beaches, this trip has everything under the sun. more information

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