The Cayes and Atolls Travel Guide
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Off the coast of Belize, more than 400 "cayes," or islands, dot the Caribbean Sea like punctuation marks in a long, liquid sentence. Ambergris Caye is Belize's largest island and the country's top visitor destination. Travelers come to the cayes for its excellent snorkeling and scuba diving, palm-lined beaches, and laid-back vibe.
The Cayes and Atolls Hotels
The more budget-oriented cayes, such as Tobacco and Caulker, have mostly small hotels and simple cabins, usually built of wood and typically without any...read more
The Cayes and Atolls Restaurants
Ambergris Caye has the biggest selection of restaurants of any destination in Belize, and among them are some of the country's best. They range from simple...read more
Fodor's Choice
Things To Do in The Cayes and Atolls
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Cayes and Atolls
- Belize - Cayo District & Placencia Experience IExplore
- Belize Active - Cayo District & San Pedro — $2,195 IExplore
- Belize Family — $3,095 IExplore
- Guatemala, Honduras & Belize — $4,995 IExplore
The Cayes and Atolls Experiences
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Scuba Diving. Dive destinations are often divided into reefs and atolls. Most reef diving is done on Belize's northern section, particularly off... Read more
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That well-tanned lady relaxing under a palm tree on the beach may not be a tourist after all. She could be an expatriate who decided to chuck... Read more
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National Tree: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophilla)... Read more
Travel Blog
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Best of the Best
Fodor's 80 Degrees by the Sea is our new beach vacation finder that helps you discover your perfect seaside Read more
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Travel Tip of the Day
Hotels, restaurants, shops, and tour operators in Belize sometimes levy a surcharge for credit card use, Read more
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Travel Tip of the Day,
Practical Travel Tips,
Technology
If you're traveling with a laptop in Belize, be aware that the power supply may be uneven, and most hotels Read more
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Arriving:· Forums Trip Reports
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I spent a great week in Caye Caulker – if you love to dive, snorkel, kayak, and fish, this is an incredibly beautiful (and affordable) way to do it without a single fast food chain, car, or cruise Read more
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My family and friends (3 adults & 2 teens) just returned from a Belize/Guatemala trip. Read more
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