A wise traveler to this island getaway aptly captured the atmosphere of Ambergris Caye with
“no shoes, no shirt, no problem.”
Ambergris Caye encourages visitors to kick off their shoes and just relax. At 36 miles long, Ambergris is the largest of the cayes in Belize. Located in the northern-most waters of the country, three-quarters of a mile west of the Belize Barrier Reef, the island is surrounded by prominent dive and snorkel sites, including the Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. The largest town on Ambergris Caye is San Pedro with a population of about 9,000. Renowned for its barefoot lifestyle and island vacation appeal, the primary mode of transportation on the town’s cobblestone streets are via golf carts. In the town and along the beaches to the north and south, visitors will find an eclectic blend of restaurants, shops, funky bars, a host of boutique hotels and numerous condominium complexes. The busiest of Belize’s visitor destinations, San Pedro retains its relaxed atmosphere and remains far from the glitz and noise of a city.
Fulfill your need for quality continuing education with up to 16 hours of COPE approved lectures, and take the vacation you deserve.
Classes of 4 hours each day begin on Monday afternoon. Lectures are held again Tuesday morning with the afternoon free. Join the group for snorkeling on a catamaran, take off on your own for a round of golf or just put your feet up in a hammock with a good book. Wednesday is a free day. This is a great day to visit one of the many Maya ruins, horseback ride through the rainforest or fish for fresh snapper on the reef. Classes begin again on Thursday afternoon and finish on Friday morning giving you the option to stay an extra weekend. We recommend a minimum of a Saturday to Saturday stay.
How to Get to Ambergris Caye, Belize
Flying to Belize: US Airways, Delta, American & United fly to Belize City's Goldson International Airport (BZE).
Flying to Ambergris Caye: Tropic Air (www.tropicair.com) and Maya Island Air (www.mayaregional.com) have flights that leave hourly from Belize City's Goldson International Airport (BZE) to the San Pedro Airstrip on Ambergris Caye. We recommend that you purchase your air tickets to San Pedro in advance of your arrival. Allow approximately one hour between your arrival time at BZE and your departure for San Pedro.
All visitors to Belize must present a valid United States passport before entering the country. VISAS are NOT necessary for citizens of the US.
Conference Headquarters - The SunBreeze Hotel
The SunBreeze Hotel is the optimum hotel from which to explore the wonders of Belize. The hotel's professional team can assist you in coordinating all your activities. Some activities include diving the famous Blue Hole, Turneffe, Lighthouse and Glovers Reef , snorkeling our latest phenomenon -- shark & sting ray alley, fishing or simply exploring the countless Mayan ruins, cave tubing, rainforest and reserves amongst many others all within a boat ride away from our pier. The on-site dive shop offers a full range of PADI courses. Daily morning and afternoon local dives, snorkel trips and Atoll trips are scheduled. Our dive shop can take care of all your aquatic needs. Located at our beach front with boats departing from our private dock. SunBreeze Hotel is a U Shaped Spanish Architectural design with a touch of the Caribbean surrounded by tropical gardens overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The hotel is centrally located at the immediate south side of the heart of the town with easy access to every means of entertainment and water sport activity; yet out of the hustle of the town. An oceanfront property, we have an onsite restaurant, bar, freshwater pool, massage studio, art gallery, conference room, and complimentary early morning coffee. Our oceanfront restaurant has earned the reputation as the best on the island. "Blue Water Grill" overlooks the pristine waters of the Caribbean Sea serving breakfast, lunch and dinner specializing in "Island Cuisine with a Twist" and offering menu items including meat, poultry, fish, seafood, pizza and special days of sushi.
Hote Recommendations:
SunBreeze Hotel www.sunbreeze.net
Ramon's Village Resort www.ramons.com
Phoenix Resort www.thephoenixresort.com
Victoria House www.victoria-house.com
Blue Tang Inn www.bluetanginn.com
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