Belize City Travel Forum

1st time going to Belize via cruise ships. where are the shopping bargains, and is the beach nice/

My family and I were in Belize for 8 days this past June, but we spent no time in Belize City--expect to fly in and out of Ambergris Caye.

The city itself looked pretty grungy. I'd probably try to get out of BC for somewhere else depending on how much shore leave you have.

I know that when we were at Xunantunich near the Guatemalan border we saw groups from cruise ships.
So if you want to see some ruins, I would suggest that; or I heard that Altun Ha or Lamanai are also nice (but smaller).

The beach at Ambergris Caye was minimal, and we were at a place where you were supposed to be a guest to enjoy it. So unfortunately I'm not much help here. Also, Belize and the Cayes are behind a really long barrier reef, so there were no waves.
This combination made it great for snorkeling.

Sorry I can't give you any tips on shopping or beaches in BC; but overall, Belize was a fabulous place and we all had a great time. If you have time to research, I'd find out what tours the cruise ship offers and either take one of those; or if they're too expensive, try and replicate one of them on your own. Try belizeforum.com

Hey
the Ship will dock at the Tourism Village , which is verynear to downtown belize City where all shopping can be done. You can also go an a trip to the near mayan temples or just ake a guided tour of belize city.

vist www.mayatravelservices.com for more information on trip for crusie ship comers

Regards