https://juliearoundtheglobe.com The less traveled paths Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:21:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/hot-air-balloon-152-176489-45x45.png https://juliearoundtheglobe.com 32 32 https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/best-places-to-visit-in-guatemala/ Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:11:10 +0000 https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=27079 Planning a trip to Guatemala soon? Discover the best things to do on your Guatemala vacation with all these must-see destinations. I’ve included all the most iconic places you should visit as well as some lesser-known destinations that you can check out if you have extra time. Guatemala is a beautiful country with a lot […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/things-to-do-in-punta-gorda-southern-belize/ Thu, 04 May 2023 15:29:06 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5327 The Toledo district in Southern Belize is often overlooked by tourists, and they’re missing on a lot of great things. Punta Gorda, the main city, is a quiet fishermen’s village with not much to do there, it’s what’s around it that’s interesting. Toledo is known for its natural beauty and diverse cultures. The district is […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/toledo-ecotourism-association/ Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:29:11 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5301 Located in the southern part of Belize, bordering Guatemala to the west and the Caribbean Sea to the east. Toledo is the least populated district in Belize and is known for its natural beauty and cultural diversity. The district is home to a number of indigenous communities, including the Kekchi, Mopan, and Q’eqchi Maya, as […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/monkey-river-tour-placencia-belize/ Wed, 19 Apr 2023 07:36:19 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5290 Picture yourself, walking through the jungle, hearing strange noises, loud screams in the distance, something you had never imagined. Surrounded by wilderness, you’ll feel like having just stepped into a Jurassic Park movie. But you know dinosaurs are not responsible for those screams, it must be something huge, and the guide keeps heading toward it. […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/cockscomb-jaguar-placencia-belize/ Tue, 18 Apr 2023 07:30:52 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5276 Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary was on my Belize bucket list since I’ve started planing my trip. If you’re wondering where to see jaguars in Belize, Cockscomb is the place to go. The park is home to the most important population of jaguars in the world. Chances of spotting one are slight but sightings happen from […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/placencia-belize/ Fri, 14 Apr 2023 09:12:49 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5259 Placencia is a small village located on the Caribbean coast of Belize, in Central America. It is situated on the southern tip of the Placencia Peninsula, which is about 16 miles long and is known for its beautiful white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Placencia is a popular destination for tourists and expats looking […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/hopkins-garifuna-culture-belize/ Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:03:03 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5244 Hopkins, in Belize, is a small fishing village at the heart of the Garifuna culture. Slow-paced and peaceful, Hopkins is a great place to relax for a few days, enjoy the beach, and discover the Garifuna lifestyle. The Garifuna is an ethnic group descending from Africans and Indians from the Caribbean, present in Belize and Central […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/caracol-tour/ Tue, 11 Apr 2023 05:48:22 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5236 Located in the Cayo District. San Ignacio, Belize, has a lot to offer and one of the best things to do there is to discover some of the many Maya ruins located in the area. I decided to visit the Caracol archaeological site, an ancient Maya city lost in the jungle. Due to its remote […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/things-to-do-in-san-ignacio/ Mon, 10 Apr 2023 13:52:56 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5225 San Ignacio is often overlooked by travelers coming from Guatemala, heading directly to the islands, and they’re missing on something great. The Cayo district is full of hidden gems, unique experiences, and epic adventures. From river tubing and zip lining to bird watching and visiting Mayan ruins, San Ignacio has a lot to offer to […]]]> https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/lamanai-things-to-in-orange-walk/ Fri, 31 Mar 2023 09:44:29 +0000 http://juliearoundtheglobe.com/?p=5207 Located deep inside a lush jungle, the Lamanai ruins, an ancient Maya city, stand. Pyramids emerge here and there through the dense vegetation. It seems time has stopped in this remote area where remnants of a golden era linger. Lamanai used to be a major trading city and reached 35 000 inhabitants at its pinnacle. If […]]]>