This is in contrast to Caye Caulker where there is no beach. This did not matter much for us, on the Split in Caye Caulker it feels like you are on the beach. Yes and no. Well, that is really far beyond our budget. But if this is not the case for you, then this can turn out to be a true paradise. Some examples are:. Read this blog with the ultimate one-week Belize itinerary! With a three-day sailing trip from the company Raggamuffin , you will visit some beautiful uninhabited islands.
You sleep on two of them and thus have the chance to discover more of the Caribbean Sea. Really recommended! Without having to think for a second: Caye Caulker!! The relaxed atmosphere on the island, the lovely people and the cosiness of this tiny island made our time on Caye Caulker great. In addition, it is a lot more affordable, nicer and more enjoyable. We found large parts of Ambergris Caye the places that were not very luxurious a bit of faded glory and did not have the money to go to the beautiful resorts.
So we know for sure we would choose the cute Caye Caulker! Planning a trip to Belize? Read this blog with all you need to know on traveling in Belize! Click here for all my blogs on Belize. Like this blog? Pin it! The temperature on the caye ranges from the mid 60s in the late fall to the high 80s, with the average being in the mids most of the year.
Likewise, the water temperature varies from the mid 70s to up to 84 degrees Fahrenheit. May is the hottest month of the year and April the driest. The island is blessed with the cooling Caribbean tradewinds most of the year, which keep the temperature comfortable, and the mosquitoes at bay. The rainy season commences from June to November, but often there is little rain during the summer for weeks at a time.
Historically, June has been the wettest month on Ambergris Caye. The rainfall varies considerably, dependent on the location in Belize. Since Ambergris Caye is in northern Belize, it receives much less rainfall than southern locations such as Placencia and Punta Gorda. The local population is comprised of a diverse mix of cultures, languages, and ethnic groups, with the Mayan, Spanish, Garifuna, Creole, Mestizo, Lebanese, Chinese, East Indian, and Caucasian races and cultures having peacefully co-existed and inter-married.
There are many island events, such as the Costa Maya festival, which represent the traditions of the Spanish and Mayan cultures. Whether one is only visiting, or considering a move to this island, it represents a model of how people of differing races, cultures, and political backgrounds can peacefully co-exist and work together.
Due to racial harmony and the religious tolerance of its diverse residents, all of these cultural elements have mixed and blended successfully both in Belize and on Ambergris Caye, resulting in Belize having gained a widespread reputation for its friendly people and tolerance. The cost of living on the island of Ambergris Caye is higher than you will pay in most other regions of Belize, except for the mainland beach villages of Placencia and Hopkins. But you can still live for quite a bit less than many parts of the U.
This area is serviced by town-supplied electricity and there is an active homeowners association in the Palermo Point Beach Club. The 1,square-foot unit offers pool views and is mere steps from the beach. The unit provides 1, square feet of space, a poolside barbeque area, and a private ocean-front veranda that overlooks the pool, the reef, and the Caribbean. As with everywhere else, their cost of living will also depend upon their lifestyle choices.
Ambergris Caye is one of the most popular destinations for visitors in all of Belize, and for good reason. It has some of the prettiest aquamarine water, with the second biggest barrier reef in the world. The island has three distinct parts, and only one town, San Pedro.
San Pedro has a lively, energetic downtown with a central park, an array of shops, bars, and restaurants, water taxi stops, docks, and endless beach bars. You will see golf carts zipping by, tourists having fun, and expats at the numerous expat-owned establishments. It is the heart of the island and a great mix of a gritty, authentic, local feel, combined with a Jimmy Buffett-esque tropical vacation feel.
The building of a new bridge and road north of San Pedro, several years ago, has connected this undeveloped part of Ambergris to the downtown area.
Since then, development has exploded with many North American businesses, resorts, beach bars, restaurants, and boutique hotels being built. And, even more development is predicted for the future. In , a Margaritaville resort, is set to open and will be the first chain-based hotel resort on the island. With less of a crowded feel compared to downtown, north of the bridge has a tropical feel, making it a very popular destination for visitors to Ambergris Caye.
South of San Pedro is more affordable, offering long-term rentals and a good mix of local and North American culture. There are many expat owned businesses south of town, and many of the most popular hangouts, including Crazy Canucks, are located here.
The south has a more walkable feel than up north, where it feels more like a vacation community. Expats moving to the island have many choices about the lifestyle they want. Golf carts are the preferred method of transport on the island and all of the roads are designed for this smaller type of vehicle.
The golf cart culture is one that is unique to San Pedro. Expats living in Ambergris Caye tend to be quite socialable, and there is a tight-knit community on the island.
There are plenty of social activities and events every night, with a mix of tourists and expats. This is most definitely an outdoor living island and everything is open air, typically, life revolves around the water. Fishing, coconuts, and chicle were historic commodities used in trade, but the last 30 years has seen a rise in the tourism sector; particularly for diving and snorkeling. With a rich cultural heritage, San Pedro is a focal point of activity; from restaurants, unique shops and nightlife, to a first stop on adventurous excursions into exotic Belize.
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