The Lodge at Chaa Creek; a touch of nature and a taste of the past and present

Part of the natural beauty of Belize is its lush and green rainforest which is abundant in flora and fauna. But there is more to just the verdant rainforest, Belize also offers an uncommon but sacred trip into the past, with a scope into the new world. There is a secret little place, nestled in the heart of Belize’s unspoiled rainforest. From the moment you step foot on it, it magically but also naturally transfers your mind into the secrets of the past – the Lodge at Chaa Creek.

Chaa Creek’s 365 acre private reserve, offers you a truly unforgettable rainforest experience with the opportunity to have an encounter with remains of the past Mayan civilization. Miles upon miles of forested trail will eventually lead to a Natural History Centre, Butterfly Farm and Rainforest Medicine Trail, an Organic Maya Farm, a full service Spa, new eco-friendly swimming pool, and a fully equipped Conference Centre. Chaa Creek also offer various other experiences such bird watching, mountain biking, horseback riding and canoeing in the Macal River. Not too far away is one of Belize pristine Mayan temples, Xunantunich, which adds to the natural beauty and attractions at Chaa Creek.

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Fire partially destroys a building at Captain Morgan’s

A fire late on Wednesday afternoon partially damaged a structure at Captain Morgan’s Retreat on northern Ambergris Caye. Most of the content inside the lower flat of the building was damaged and luckily the building was insured with RF&G Insurance Company. Read more in this week's issue of The San Pedro Sun.

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The San Pedro Town Council invites everyone to the Town's official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. It will take place tonight at 6pm. Christmas is here!

Illegal Parking Notice

Press Release – San Pedro Town Council – December 2nd, 2009 – The San Pedro Traffic Department advises the general public that it is illegal to leave parked vehicles on the streets after working hours. It does not only obstruct the proper maintenance of the streets, but it is a major condition for obtaining a vehicle permit to have parking within your property. A survey will be carried out soon and warnings will be placed on vehicles parked illegally. Follow up inspections will result in tickets being issued and repetitive offenders will lead to cancellation of vehicle permits. All streets are being considered.

World Aids Day!

In observation of World AIDS Day, the San Pedro AIDS Commission held a walk on Sunday. During the day, free HIV testing was also conducted at Central Park while information on the epidemic was disseminated. World AIDS Day is being celebrated under the theme, "human rights and access to treatment”.