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The SISE Town Council is having their Strings of Love concert, in celebration of Valentine's Day, on Friday, February 15th, at the Cayo Welcome Center. They are looking for guitarists and singers. Contact Mike or Shari to find out more.
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Tonight is Rebecca Stirm's big night! The Autumn/Winter 2013 Runway Release. Not only is Rebecca from Cayo, but both Miss Belizes are too.
"On January 26th, Mission Catwalk finalist/Belizean Womenswear Designer Rebecca Stirm will be releasing her new Autumn/Winter 2013 Collection on the runway!
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Tomorrow, in Belmopan, at E&L Sports Bar, Belikin is having their Domino Tournament. The national finals are in 3 weeks.
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The San Ignacio Town Council is going to have a basketball competition in the next month. The teams will need 10 players each. Contact Mike Salazar or Devin Garcia for more information or to sign up.
"We will sponsor all the teams,its time to create activities in the neighborhood ,10 man per team don't waste time call us now ."
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The Belize Audubon Society visited St. Matthew's Primary today to talk about conservation and sustainability. Thanks, BAS!
"Hi FB Fans....today January 24th, 2013, BAS went to St. Matthew's Government School in the Cayo district to conduct a presentation on conservation in Belize to the students of Standard 3. We were delighted to see that the kids were eager to learn, and their participation in our conversation was delightful. Keep it up St. Matthew's. Photos by: Dirk Francisco"
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The SISE Town Council has a video out about the Cayo Welcome Center. It looks good, and should be having its real inauguration in the next few months. On February 15th the Strings of Love concert will be happening there. The video also shows the great word done on Burns avenue, which hopefully will stop having vehicles allowed on it soon. It ends with the Eden road project in Santa Elena.
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Avon is doing a recruiting drive around Belize, and today they'll be in Cayo, at Hode's, until 3pm.
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Video of Tanya McNab promoting the Flavors of Belize cookbook on Daytime TV. They made coconut curry shrimp while she was interviewed about Belize and Belizean cuisine. Well done, Tanya.
"Tanya McNab, Publisher, Flavors of Belize in collaboration with Jaden Hair of steamykitchen.com, was invited to showcase our cookbook and do a cooking demo on Daytime TV! Jaden demonstrated the Coconut Curry Shrimp recipe from the cookbook while Tanya spoke about the recipe and what makes Belize so special!"
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Rebecca Stirm has an album of the models, including two Miss Belizes, Destinee Arnold and Chantae Guy, along with many others that you know and have seen many times before, that will be in the Autumn/Winter 2013 Fashion Show. It's just 3 nights away.
"Meet the runway models for our autumn/winter 2013 Collection Runway Release - January 26th at the Princess Hotel [Kings Room]"
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Chaa Creek not only won a Trip Advisor Travelers' Choice awards, but made the Oyster.com list for 15 Unique Hotel Stays. On TA, they won in the Best Small Hotels category, and they remain on the Best Family Hotels category from last year. Read what Oyster.com has to say about them. Congratulations, Chaa Creek!
"Chaa Creek, one of Belize's first eco-lodges, has evolved from its humble beginnings as a working farm to become a premier luxury retreat. This sophisticated operation includes rustic-luxe, thatched-roof cottages, wonderful service, and modern amenities such as an infinity pool with jungle views and a full-service spa. The riverside setting on a private rainforest reserve is phenomenal, and myriad tours and outdoor activities are offered through the hotel. To top it off, room rates are fair for what you get -- and there are even budget accommodations available at Macal River Camp (pictured), located on the property."
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Danny Chung got some great pictures at Biggy and Binjaz birthday party at Meluchi's.
"These guys did it again! This may well be one of the BIGGEST Parties of the Year!! Happy Birthday again to Roberto Harrison and Jnl Hrsn!!"
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Leonardo Melendez captured some great moments in Cayo, and on the cayes, when 'Yoga Peach' had her 'New Beginnings at the Mayan Ruins' yoga retreat for the end of the Mayan calendar. They stayed at the luxurious Hidden Valley Inn, and did yoga at Cahal Pech and Xunantunich.
They are planning another retreat for the last week in May, and once again, they'll be at HVI in Mountain Pine Ridge.
"Join us May 24-30, 2-13 in Belize for our Yoga Adventure & Relaxation Retreat! Spend 3 days in the scenic Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve and 3 days in the awe-inspiring island of Ambergris Caye. Reflect, restore and renew as you nourish the mind, body and spirit with relaxation, adventure, and yoga in one of the most beautiful and natural places on earth! Belize It is a world class destination for the naturalist and adventurer."
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June 17, 2013 1:24 PM
New spring yogawear from the Zodiac Collectionwill be in full bloom at the Cozy Orange booth, featuring a soft and cozy collection of eco-consciousyoga pants, yoga shorts and yoga tops designed for the adventurous and active yogini.From bold brights to basics, the collection will feature Cozy Orange’s signature comfy design features including lengthened tanks with adjustable bra straps, chafe-free seams, built-in stash pockets and tummy-taming waistbands. New spring styles debuting in the Big Apple will include the all new Pisces Tank, acreatively designed scoop neck racer back yoga tank with built in airy mesh around the waist for added contouring and breathability to help power through a workout or hot and sweaty yoga session.
Other new Zodiac inspired designs include the new Celestial Jacket, the perfect lightweight wrap-tie hoodie for sporting pre and post workout. http://www.cozyorange.com/store/c/20-Cropped-Pants.html |
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The Energizing Youths Entrepreneurship Workshop will be on Saturday, the 23rd of February, at the University of Belize's auditorium. TAS Belize made their advertisement. Contact Patrick Andrews at 601-5011 for more information.
"We must empowered our youth with keys and tools on how to create employment for themselves. Small business start ups are known to be the engine of any thriving economy. So many of our young adults are sitting at home with an Associates or Bachelor degree waiting until they can get a job with the government. There is hope, there is a way forward. Mark your calendar for Energizing Youth Entrepreneurship work shop coming this February Saturday 23rd."
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Tonight, Trey Roberson is going to wow everyone with his culinary skills at Barn & Grill After Dark.
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Tonight at Centennial Park in Benque, the Benque House of Culture is having their first full moon concert of the year. The Anoranzas del Mopan Band will be playing from 7pm until 9:30pm.
"Let us start 2013 together with a live and vibrant musical concert as your HOC features " Añoranzas del Mopan" Dance under the moon full moon concert! Share this with friends & family... see you at the centennial park and bring your dancing shoes."
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Taiwan is offering 21 scholarships to Belizeans for their International Cooperation and Development Fund Scholarship Program 2013. The Taiwanese Embassy held a scholarship briefing with students, teachers and principals from various educational institutions across the country this week. The deadline is set for the end of March. The list of scholarships is on the Taiwanese Embassy's website. Best of luck to all. Thank you, Taiwan!
"Scholarship recipients will be provided with a round trip economic class plane tickets, housing, tuition fee, credit fees, insurance, and a monthly allowance which varies for different study programs. The selected applicants will be recommended based on qualifications, for consideration by the universities in Taiwan."
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Here are the scholarships: http://www.taiwanembassy.org/BZ/ct.asp?xItem=342845&ctNode=5125&mp=372
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Ian Anderson's Cave Branch Jungle Lodge is having a contest where you can win an all inclusive 3 day, 2 night vacation. See their website for more information. Best of luck.
"Here's your chance to win an adventure in Belize! You do not need to be a previous guest to qualify as a contestant. Starts February 2013 - Click this link if you require more information about "Picture your Adventure in Belize". (http://www.cavesbranch.com/contest) Good luck! (Look over on your right to see recent posts by others - you will find the pictures there.)"
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Feelgood story of the day. Rotary brought in water filters to villages all around Belize, including 9 in Cayo. Now many thousands more Belizeans have a clean source of water. Thanks, Rotary!
"The Rotary Club of San Ignacio was pleased to partner with the Rotary Club of Belize City to distribute Sawyer Point One Water Filters to nine rural villages in the Cayo District. Filters were delivered with the help of visiting Rotarians from Clovis, New Mexico and Tulsa, Oklahoma. The nine villages that received filters were, Duck Run 1, Duck Run 2, Duck Run 3, Los Tambos, Santa Teresita, Selena, La Gracia, El Progresso and Cool Shade. Providing safe drinking water is one of the main areas of focus for Rotary International and hopefully many more villages will benefit from this humanitarian effort."
Alif's curator insight,
January 29, 2013 9:10 PM
Pure water is rarely available in these kind of places. With people there drinking unclean water may be very dangerous for their lives. This causes many lives to be taken away due to lack of clean water. Poverty is related to water since they may not afford to buy clean water or even produce clean water. Water is essential for humans and poverty is preventing them from drinking clean water. If I am one of the children whom get to use the water filters, I would be very thankful because I will feel safe drinking water rather than having to feel unsafe and worried drinking unclean water.
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Congratulations to Cayo's own Amal Assales for winning Rebecca Stirm's Design Illustration contest! Amal won a gold seat ticket for the Autumn/Winter 2013 fashion show happening this Saturday night in Belize.
"And the winner of our Design Illustration contest is, and the young lady who has won a Gold ticket to our runway show is................................
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This travel review has loads of great pictures from the Crystal - aka Mountain Cow - Cave. They relate that going with Carlos the Caveman was 'one of the highlights of our entire trip.' Mountain Cow Cave is really getting some good publicity lately, as it should, with all of its amazing formations.
"We went into some small places that made my heart race, wondering if I was going to fit and get through! There were times where we would slide down on our bums on the muddy, slippery rocks and be very close to a 20 foot drop down to the bottom (and surefire broken limbs or worse). We went into several small side crevices to see human remains that were still undiscovered by archeologists (unearthed during a particular rainy season). Carlos was a great guide and truly loves caving. He was very good at pointing out the best route to take and to lend a helping hand when needed. Then, we went to Wonderland. Most people don’t get to go here. There are only a few guides who know the way and are supposed to go there (not that there are any rules 500 feet underground). In addition to that, it is a tough climb up and down to get there. But oh, so worth it."
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Another post from the authors about Cayo, and the Green Iguana Conservation Project: http://miketeresatrip.com/?p=3999
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After 26 years, Belize finally has a new logo. How did Olson come up with it? The unique process is described, and they made a video about the process too.
"Olson turned to Belize itself for inspiration--the circular forms found across the nation inspired the new typeface, while a local artist contributed his own take to the national bird, the toucan. In all, the identity brings a contemporary, yet classic vibe to represent tourism in Belize and harkens back to classic travel posters of the '60s (which, as design pieces tend to stand the test of time better than the stuff of recent years). The graphic forms are balanced out with textural brushstrokes, a nod to the handcraftsmanship of the country's artisans."
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Feelgood news of the day. Cayo's El Progresso Primary School is going solar after the Taiwanese embassy donated two sets of solar panels and batteries. Channel 7 news has more on the story.
"That's after the Taiwanese embassy handed over two sets of solar panels and the batteries to the school in the Cayo District. And they need it, because they don't have any electricity! The donation came through the effort of volunteers from the National Tsing Hua University in Taiwan visited who visited Belize and saw the conditions at the school."
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Cayo had 15 lodges and hotels win the Trip Advisor Travelers' Choice awards this year. The Ambergris Today has listed most of the Belizean winners, and there were quite a few, on their site. Mariposa Jungle Lodge, pictured above yet somehow absent from the lists on AT, usually ranks in the top 3 for Cayo, and they won an award for Best Service. Congratulations, Mariposa!
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Congratulations to the Belize Football team, in Costa Rica for the Copa Centroamericana, for winning against Nicaragua. That puts them in second place, after Costa Rica, with a 1-1-1 record. The top five leading teams in this tournament will qualify for the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
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