Coconut Cottage

Today!
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The cottage got a new roof yesterday!

Another gorgeous sunrise at Coconut Cottage.

BELIZEAN STUDENT SHINES AT TENNESSEE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE

Belizean scholar Alysia Noralez brought pride to her country last Friday as she represented Austin Peay State University at the 135th Tennessee Academy of Science meeting in Knoxville.

Noralez presented her trilingual chatbot project, Sani, designed to support low-resource language processing—while proudly sharing Belizean and Garifuna history with attendees.

After weeks of preparation, she earned 1st Place in the Math and Computer Science I student oral presentations.

Another beautiful sunrise at Coconut Cottage.

The beach this morning in front of Coconut Cottage

Sunrises are wonderful at Coconut Cottage.

What's your weather like today?

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Visiting Belize? Here is some quick notes to know before you go.

People traveling to Belize often want to know about:

1. Do I Need a Visa to Visit Belize?
Most travelers, including those from the U.S., Canada, and the EU, do not need a visa for stays up to 30 days. After 30 days you can check into your closest immigration office, USD$100 for an additional 30 days

2. Is Belize Safe for Tourists?
Tourist areas like Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, and Placencia are generally safe.

3. Best Time to Visit Belize?
The dry season (November to May) is the best time for great weather and outdoor activities.

The rainy season (June to October) has fewer tourists and cheaper prices but can bring heavy rains and occasional hurricanes.

4. What’s the Currency in Belize?
The Belize Dollar (BZD) is the official currency, but U.S. dollars are widely accepted at a fixed rate of $1 USD = $2 BZD.

5. What’s the Best Way to Get Around?
Domestic flights (Maya Island Air, Tropic Air) are the fastest way to reach islands and remote areas.

Water taxis are common for traveling between islands like Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker.

Car rentals are great for mainland adventures but not necessary for island stays.

6. What Are the Must-See Attractions?
Great Blue Hole (one of the world’s top diving spots)

Ambergris Caye & Caye Caulker (island paradise vibes)

Mayan Ruins (Xunantunich, Caracol, Lamanai)

Belize Barrier Reef (snorkeling & diving)

Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) Cave (a must-see for adventure lovers)
So much more.........

7. What Language is Spoken in Belize?
English is the official language, but Spanish and Creole (Kriol) are also widely spoken.

8. What Food Should I Try in Belize?
Rice and beans with stewed chicken

Fry jacks (deep-fried dough, great for breakfast)

Hudut (fish stew with coconut milk) OMG its amazing

Belikin Beer (the local brew)