Belize in September is a great time to visit this amazing country!

Belize’s month long September independence holidays continue to grow in popularity! 

With Belize’s month long September independence holidays growing in popularity, it is essential to book early to get the most out of one of the most exciting and significant months on the Belizean social calendar, according to The Lodge at Chaa Creek.

Roberto Harrison, Chaa Creek’s marketing administrator, said that the popular Belizean eco-resort is encouraging travellers to book now to ensure accommodation during the independence celebrations of the newest nation in the Americas.

September is also the perfect month for a destination wedding or honeymoon in Belize, he added.

“Imaging the enthusiasm of the Fourth of July celebrations in the US when independence was still a recent event. That’s what it will be like in Belize during September 2015,” Mr Harrison said, “With independence still fresh in everyone’s minds, and the nation still revelling in its new found freedom, there’s quite a bit of excitement in the air,” he said.

Mr Harrison pointed out that Belize and the United States, having both won their independence from England, share many similarities, including having English as a first language, a multicultural populace that places a high value on democracy, tolerance, freedom of speech and other rights, and a robust pride in their country.

“I really can’t think of two nations that have more in common than Belize and the US. When you consider how many Belizeans live in the States, combined with the large number of American’s visiting and residing in Belize, along with the growing ease of travel between the two countries, it’s easy to see why we’re so familiar to each other,” he said.

Belize’s September celebrations officially begin September 10th with St George’s Caye Day, a national bank holiday that commemorates the 1798 Battle of St George’s Caye, a defining moment in Belizean history when a small band of settlers and slaves defeated a much larger and better equipped Spanish invasion during a fierce battle that continues to captivate historians with its combination of tactics, courage and the solidarity of the defenders.

The victory is considered to be one of the first steps on Belize’s long road to statehood, which finally culminated on September 21, 1981 when the country secured its independence from Great Britain.  September 21 is exuberantly celebrated each year and, combined with the September 10 St George Caye celebrations, results in a month long period of revelry throughout the country.

“It’s a great time to be in Belize,” Mr Harrison said, “there’s a festive vibe with many different things to see and do, lovely weather hovering around the 81° (27°C) mark and, since it’s well before high season, it’s less busy. It’s an opportunity to get a real taste of Belize.”

It’s also a great time for couples looking to become married and or celebrate a honeymoon, as Chaa Creek also offers a special all-inclusive Belize destination wedding vacation package throughout September, Mr Harrison explained.

“Here at Chaa Creek, September is also Weddings and Honeymoon Month when we offer a very special all-inclusive Belize vacation package that makes a complete destination wedding easy and very affordable,” he said.

“All in all, it’s a festive time to be in Belize, and the beauty of Chaa Creek is that we’re close to the festivities, but still remote enough that guests have the freedom to participate in the celebrations or just enjoy the peace and tranquilly that comes with being located in a 365 acre private rainforest nature reserve.

“We pride ourselves on offering an intimate experience and, with our large, professional staff, guests enjoy close yet unobtrusive attention. This makes it the perfect way to experience Belize’s most festive month. And with the growing number of flights to and from Belize from most major international hubs, getting to Belize is becoming easier all the time.” he added.

Mr Harrison said that combination of ease of travel, familiarity, warm weather, the fact that Belize’s currency is pegged two-to-one to the US Dollar and other factors have helped make Belize a destination of choice for North Americans.

“It’s a winning combination of the exotic and the familiar, with all the benefits of an overseas holiday without the negatives.

“And throughout September travellers have an opportunity to experience the real Belize while joining Belizeans in celebrating our most iconic holidays,” Mr Harrison said.

 “And for couples looking for a beautiful, complete, affordable, carefree and destination wedding or honeymoon, there’s no better time to check out Chaa creek,” he added.

Mr Harrison encouraged travellers to visit Chaa Creek’s website or to contact the Belizean eco-resort or their travel agents to learn more about Belize’s September celebrations and the benefits of a Belizean destination wedding.

“September is one of my favourite months in Belize, and we look forward to sharing the experience with our friends all around the world,” Mr Harrison said.