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Cayo got a great write up in International Living. Yes, Everyone should visit Cayo, even though the only things we have here are Mayan archaeological sites, rivers, waterfalls, caves, hiking trails, butterfly farms, medicinal trails, ziplines, cenotes, canoe adventures, botanical gardens, granite pools, Lake Benque, ATM, award winning hotels... Photo is from the Black Hole Drop adventure at Caves Branch Lodge. "If you love lazy rivers, vast rolling hills, and fertile farmland and rainforests where you can test your gardening skills, Cayo is for you. The heart of this area are the twin towns of San Ignacio and Santa Elena, which both enjoy an Old West feel…but in a tropical frontiersman kind of way that you’ll find only in Belize. Bargains can be found here, too—not only on real estate but on the huge amount of produce and fresh cheeses grown and produced here by local Mennonites."
The San Igancio Public Library finished up their Education Week school visits with a trip to Santa Elena primary school. "Education week concludes with Santa Elena Primary School. It was a very informative afternoon."
The BNYCF has released a video from the Olympiad they had at the UB gym last week. They really went all out for the event, ensuring that the kids will never forget it. The list of winners and more pictures can be found on their website. http://belizechess.org/ "Highlights and interviews from the 2013 Belize National Youth Chess Foundation Olympiad."
Ascenthium really rocked the Cancha Marshalleck in Benque Friday night. It had been way too long since they'd played in Cayo, but they made up for it. They had a great laser light show, thanks to DJ Caesar, to go with the rocking rythym. Guido had a wicked drum solo, and thankfully they were coaxed into performing an incredible encore too. Can't wait for them to come back. Great show, Ascenthium! "Ascenthium rocked Benque last night! In Bloom opened. What a night!"
The Belize Wildlife Referral Clinic has rehabed the fox they've been taking care of for a few weeks. He's got a healthy check up, and has gained a lot of weight. Good luck, Foxy. "Foxy has moved out of the rather busy clinic, into our first rehab enclosure in the private protected area across the street! A few pic to document..."
Bishop O.P. Martin primary school had some storytelling sessions during Education Week, courtesy of the San Ignacio Public Library. "The classes of Infant 1 and 2; Standard 4 and 5 visited the SIPL as part of education week. Activities included a talk about the importance of libraries, how to handle a book and much more. They had a great library visit."
Cayo's Crystal Cave, also known as Mountain Cow Cave, had a great article written about it lately. Great way to put it: Actun Tunichil Muknal is for tourists, Mountain Cow is for adventurers. Both are great ways to spend the day. "I said it before, but I'll say it again: ATM is for tourists, Crystal is for adventurers. Crystal is different. It was a challenge the memory of which still gets my blood pumping. It is impossible to overstate how incredibly breathtaking it is. It was one of the most exciting and intimate ways I have ever experienced the earth. I will never forget it."
Kim Simplis Barrow, the Special Envoy for Women and Children, has released a great video for the International Day against Homophobia. Great timing, and her message is well said and delivered. It has gone far enough. It's a matter of human rights, and nobody should be bullied or discriminated against. The diversity of Belize is what makes it the best. Thank you, Miss Simplis-Barrow, for doing such a great job.
Creative Kaos, the documentary of the making of Kurse a di Xtabai, will have it's first showing this evening at the Soul Project. Don't miss this special screening. Rick Galvez, who did some of the songs in the movie, will play a few songs after the movie. They'll then have the normal Friday night open mic. "Tonight we are doing a screening of Creative Kaos, with special guest NMSU documentary film student, followed with performance from Rick Galvez who made the music for movie and some songs in the documentary, open mic. will follow. "
Belize was listed first on the list of Best Wildlife Travel Adventures. Of course, due to Cayo, where the wildlife is. The picture is of the Twin Falls, taken from La Capitana pontoon boat on Lake Benque. "Located on the northeastern coast of Central America, Belize is brimming with unique and exciting wildlife. There are approximately 145 species of mammals, 139 species of reptiles and amphibians, and over 500 species of birds that call the Latin American country home. Belize contains remarkable protected parks and coastal cays abundant with indigenous wildlife. To see some of Belize’s rarest animals, such as Baird’s tapirs and scarlet macaws, a tour guide is required, but many exotic animals can be spotted all around the tropical paradise. Swim with sharks and stingrays in the crystal-clear Caribbean waters, and make sure to visit the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, which is recognized internationally as the world’s first jaguar preserve."
The New Mexico State University Documentary Film Course is in full force in Cayo. The students have been around Cayo this week, filming the subjects of their documentaries. They visited Lucas Island in Bullet Tree Falls.
Ascenthium is playing in Benque at the Cancha Marshalleck tomorrow night. In Bloom will be opening for them. Doors open at 8:00pm.
The Benque House of Culture posted some publicity stills from their celebration. In related news, they'll be having the Benque tourism plan launch tomorrow at Centennial Park at 2:00pm.
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The San Ignacio Resort Hotel won the Belize Tourism Board's 'Hotel of the Year' award at their annual tourism awards Saturday. Of course they did! The top notch quality and elegance they provide really sets them above the others. Congratulations to the San Ignacio Resort Hotel! In related news, the airlines are increasing their flights to Belize. Must be to come to Cayo. "Just got the news, We won 2012 Hotel of the Year at the BTB Tourism Awards. More to come Monday :)"
Creative Koas, the documentary about the making of Kurse a di Xtabai, was shown Friday night at the Soul Project. The directors of both movies, Daniel Velazquez and Matthiew Klink, were there to answer questions from all the film students from New Mexico State University, who are in Cayo doing their own documentaries. Creative Kaos was as great as its name implies.
Feelgood news of the day. Dr. Meg Ryan went to Santa Familia primary school to teach the kids proper dental hygiene. Thanks, Dr. Ryan!
"Dr Ryan teaching kids about proper dental care"
In Bloom opened the night Friday night in Benque. They got the crowd ready for Ascenthium. What a concert!
Meluchi's is having their Showtime Bash tonight. They are also celebrating DJ Crispy's birthday. They'll be having phone giveaways, and drink specials. They have a great lineup: Riddim One, DJ Bigz, DJ Motion, DJ Askella, DJ Benz, and DJ Aaron. "Tonight we party until 3am with the birthday guy himself DJ Crispy, & Riddim one, DJ Bigz, DJ Kenny G, DJ Motion, DJ Askella, DJ Benz, & DJ Aaron.. highlight of the night: KOTCH COMPETITION! Nuff giveaways all night long! THIS ONE YOU DON'T WANNA MISS!!"
Feelgood news of the day. The San Ignacio Public Library paid a visit to Immaculate Conception primary school in Bullet Tree Falls. What a way to celebrate Education Week. Thanks, SIPL! "The San Ignacio Public Library staff visited Immaculate Conception RC Primary as part of eductaion week. The SIPL staff spoke about the importance of libraries and reading. Stories and activities were also a part of this visit. Students had educational fun."
Today at Rumor's Resort, they'll be having a casting call for male models. Call 627-8786 for more information. You must be 18 or older.
The Benque Viejo Tourism Committee had their grand launch of the tourism plan for Benque yesterday. Orquidea Negra Dance Company was there providing some cool entertainment. http://www.discoverbenque.com/
The Chaa Creek Eco Kid essay competition has begun. Nazeem Ahmad has written this one. Kids have unitl June 14th to send in their essay about why they want to be an Eco Kid. Winners get a scholarship to the Summer Kids camp. "So we should reduce, recycle and reuse. This is what I do by turning off our room light when we don’t need them, use little water. I love animals. In our home I save little animals trapped and I enthusiastically encourage my little brothers and sisters to help and save the little pollinators and insects. I love playing with cats, dogs, birds and fishes; I love nature. I’ll do anything to stop global warming that causes the melting of the ice caps. That’s why I should be an eco-kid at your camp so I can learn more ways to better my environment."
Feelgood story of the day. The storytellers from the San Ignacio Public Library took a trip to see the students of El Progresso, and get them interested in reading. The SIPL had a busy Education Week.
The SISE House of Culture is celebrating International Museum Day today. If you wnat to learn how to play the marimba, today's your chance. The El Cayo Historical exhibit and George Price: Man of Purpose and Vision exhibit will be on display.
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