what to bring
Bird
Watching: A good pair
of binoculars and guide book is invaluable to increase your birding
enjoyment.
Cameras
& Films: Specific
kinds of film may be hard to find. Bring extra batteries for your camera
along with plenty of film. It's less of an expense and more convenient
to bring your own. Upscale gift shops sell pocket-type cameras. Keep
film in a cool place.
Clothing: Climate is subtropical
with annual average temperature of 80 degrees F. Dress accordingly.
You'll mostly wear casual, lightweight clothing, jeans, shorts and short-sleeved
shirts. Take a sun hat to protect your skin. Include a sweater, lightweight
waterproof jacket, long-sleeved shirt and long pants. They may be needed
on boat trips as well as at night and early morning in higher, cooler
elevations, or unexpected cool days during winter. Be sure to
take a change of clothing in your carry-on luggage in case it is temporarily
lost or misplaced in transit.
Communication : Please leave our e-mail
address and Belize phone number (501-523-8012) with friends and family. The Inn has a guest internet computer
available. If you plan to bring
your cellular phone from home, you must have it activated at the International
airport by Belize Telecommunications Ltd.
Currency: $1US = $2BZ. U.S. currency
is accepted everywhere. Credit cards (Visa and MasterCard) and travelers
checks are accepted at most places. Leave your American Express card at home. You can
also get a cash advance on your credit card at the Atlantic Bank in
Placencia. It is a good idea to bring small bills with you because you
may have a hard time using $50's and $100's
Departure
Tax: $35.00 US departure
tax per person required when leaving the Belize Int'l Airport.
Diving,
snorkeling & fishing equipment: We
do have adult size masks, snorkels and fins–however–many people do bring their own. Its your preference.
Many divers will want to bring their own BC, regulator, wet suit, fins
and mask, leave your weights at home. They can be rented. Although most
fishing trips include bait and tackle, serious fly rod and spin casting
anglers will probably want to bring their own gear and equipment.
Documents: Photocopy important documents
such as passport, driver's license, credit cards, prescription medication
forms, airline ticket and other important information.
Electricity:- 110
volts A.C., same as North America.
Flashlight: -- A
small flashlight & extra batteries are a great idea! It is dark
here by 6:30 PM and a pocket flashlight is convenient.
Footwear: Sandals
are perfect most of the time except when you head into the Rainforest
– then running shoes or hiking boots is necessary for foot protection
and support.
Immunizations: - No
immunizations are required for Belize as long as
you are up to date on all normal inoculations. Malaria medication is
not necessary for your stay at Maya
Breeze Inn.
You should consider Malaria medication for extended stays in the jungle.
Medical
attention: A
part time doctor and pharmacy is available in Placencia. In the event
of a serious medication emergency, the British Forces helicopters are
available 24 hours a day. In Belize
City,a Private
Medical Clinic is adjacent to the new Hospital.
Passports: Passports are required.
No visas are required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.
Sunscreen,
lotions, repellents & pharmaceuticals: Its
necessary to protect your skin from the sun's ultraviolet rays. Pack
plenty of sunscreen. By now, you probably know that Belize is subtropical and includes jungles
and bugs live in jungles, so take along insect repellent. If you are
sensitive to bug bites bring along anti-itch cream and anti-histamines,
also pack your feminine hygiene products and other pharmaceuticals.
Time
zone: The time zone is
Central Standard. Daylight savings is not observed.
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