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Blog – Stories from Placencia & Belize


The Spirit of Belize: Exploring the Rums that Define the Jewel of the Caribbean
A Taste of Belizean Soul In Belize, rum isn’t just a drink — it’s part of the national rhythm. From the sugarcane fields of Orange Walk to the beach bars of Placencia, rum connects people, heritage, and craftsmanship. Every bottle tells a story steeped in Caribbean warmth and pride. The Roots: Sugarcane and the Birth of Rum Rum’s journey in Belize begins with sugarcane — a crop woven into the nation’s history since colonial times. Belize’s warm, fertile soil produces cane ric

Craig Densham
3 days ago3 min read


Healthcare in Belize: Modern Medicine with a Caribbean Heart
Belize Healthcare - Tell me more!

Craig Densham
3 days ago2 min read


From Kitchen Passion to Coastal Icon: The Story of Marie Sharp’s Hot Sauces
Marie Sharps Hot sauces and Toucan Jacks

Craig Densham
3 days ago4 min read


Local’s Guide to Placencia Village: Food, Music, and Culture
A local guide to Placencia village, Belize

Craig Densham
3 days ago3 min read


Francis Ford Coppola’s Love Affair With Belize: His Resorts & Why Placencia Inspired a Hollywood Legend
Francis Ford Coppola’s Love Affair with Belize

Craig Densham
4 days ago4 min read


Top Placencia Boutique Hotels: Experience Belize’s Hidden Luxury
Top Placencia Boutique Hotels: Experience Belize’s Hidden Luxury

Craig Densham
5 days ago3 min read


Top Things to Do in Placencia
Top Things to Do in Placencia, Belize

Craig Densham
Nov 104 min read


Top 10 Things to Do in Placencia, Belize
Top 10 things to do in Placencia. Come stay with us!

Craig Densham
Sep 263 min read


Belize’s Beautiful Hardwoods: A Tradition of Craftsmanship and Natural Beauty
Belize’s Hardwood Forests: A World of Natural Beauty

Craig Densham
Aug 213 min read


Ocean Breeze Partners with Fin Obsession: Dive into the Ultimate Placencia Adventure
Fishing excursion with Fin Obsession in Placencia Belize

Craig Densham
Aug 142 min read


Beers of Belize: A Guide to Belikin, Two-5, Hobbs, 501 & More
When the Caribbean sun is hot and the breeze rolls off the sea, there’s nothing better than cracking open a cold Belizean beer. Belize’s beer scene has grown from one dominant brand — Belikin — to a mix of local craft brewers and imported favorites that add their own tropical twist. Whether you’re a traveler, expat, or local, here’s your guide to the best brews you’ll find from Placencia to San Pedro. Belikin: The Beer of Belize Belikin is to Belize what Guinness is to Irelan

Craig Densham
Jul 14 min read


Exploring Real Estate in Placencia: Top Companies and Where to Stay While You Search
Discover Placencia Real Estate

Craig Densham
Jun 64 min read


Romantic Beachfront Escapes in Placencia Village, Belize
Why Couples Fall in Love with Placencia

Craig Densham
May 303 min read


The Ultimate Belize Adventure: Jungle Meets Beach in Placencia
Discover the Best of Both Worlds in Belize If you’ve ever dreamed of waking up to the sound of tropical birds one day and the sound of waves the next — Belize is calling. Placencia offers the perfect mix of Caribbean beach bliss and lush jungle adventure , and our Jungle & Beach Vacation Package makes it easy to experience both in one unforgettable trip. The Jungle / Beach Package offered at Ocean Breeze Start Your Journey in the Jungle Begin your Belize adventure surrounde

Craig Densham
Apr 172 min read


Belize vs. Guatemala: Two Incredible Destinations — and Why Ocean Breeze Is the Perfect Place to Stay Before You Go
Belize vs. Guatemala

Craig Densham
Apr 93 min read


Romantic Things to Do in Placencia Belize for Couples
Romantic Things to Do in Placencia Belize for Couples

Craig Densham
Mar 123 min read


Placencia Golf Cart Rentals – Explore Belize Your Way
Ocean Breeze is now renting golf carts to the public in Placencia, Belize

Craig Densham
Feb 1, 20242 min read


The Placencia Big Chair — A Must-See Landmark by the Sea
The Big Chair located near the pier in Placencia Village

Craig Densham
Jul 1, 20232 min read


The Placencia Sign | Belize’s Colorful Landmark
The Placencia Sign located in Placencia village, Belize

Craig Densham
Jul 1, 20222 min read
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