Belize holidays are some of the most relaxing in the world and travellers from across the globe flock to this English speaking Caribbean paradise to enjoy the white sand and tropical climate.

With historical links to Britain – it was a colony for more than 100 years – the central American country is particularly tempting for adventurers heading out of the UK.

Belize is an explorer's dream, with ancient Mayan temples, cave-peppered landscapes and exquisite scuba diving sites, including the world's second largest barrier reef.

Around 60 per cent of the land is taken up by forest, allowing for some of the most diverse wildlife in the whole of central America to inhabit the country.

These sadly rapidly disappearing jungles provide a home for a wide range of animals including jaguar, puma, ocelot, armadillo, tapir and crocodiles.

Bird-watching enthusiasts enjoying Belize holidays may be lucky enough to spot the shy harbours keel-billed toucan, along with brightly coloured macaws and parrots.

One of the best times to enjoy Belize holidays is in August, when adventure-hungry travellers can join in the International Costa Maya Festival.

Here local people join forces with their neighbours from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador for a week long celebration of the ancient Mayan Empire.

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