Next Destination: Belize Ocean Club

Come enjoy the Caribbean and much more from this beautiful boutique resort! Belize Ocean Club is the perfect location for your next family vacation or romantic getaway.

The Suites offered at Belize Ocean Club have all the comforts of home: full kitchens, living rooms, and flat screen TVs. They also have private patios and balconies for you to get some fresh air or take in the stunning views around you.

And you won’t need to leave this resort in order to enjoy fine cuisine or quench your thirst. Delight in breakfast, lunch, and dinner at The Ocean Club Bar & Grill. Sip your favorite cocktail at the Maya Beach Bar, located right on the Caribbean Sea and complete with a swim-up bar. Or visit the Lagoon Restaurant for appetizers, entrees, or desserts while watching the sun set.

When you do decide to venture off property, there will be several tours available for you to choose from. Explore ancient Mayan ruins or visit the world’s only Jaguar Preserve. Trek through the Cockscomb Basin and enjoy a refreshing swim beneath a beautiful waterfall. Or explore the world’s second largest reef while snorkeling and scuba diving.

The following excursions are offered at Belize Ocean Club:

            SCUBA DIVING

Belize is home to the second largest barrier reef in the world, making it a popular destination for SCUBA Diving. Favorite destinations include Laughing Bird Caye, Silk Cayes, Glover’s Reef, and Columbus Reef. And in Belize you can sometimes be accompanied by the Whale Shark, but don’t worry – Belize is known for having friendly sharks!

Packing List: Bring an under-water camera. The disposable ones work well and you will love looking back on your colorful Caribbean pics.

SNORKELING

Belize Ocean Club offers 20 locations for snorkeling, including the Sapodilla Cayes. Just a short boat ride, and then you’ll find yourself in the most beautiful shallow waters. The Caribbean is perfect for snorkeling if you have never been. And your group is sure to love the beautiful coral formations and marine life.

Packing List: Snorkeling all day can leave you with a mighty sunburn, so come prepared! Bring sunscreen that is SPF 30 or higher. And if you have a rash-guard, it will also protect you from the sun (a T-shirt would also help).

FISHING

Whether you enjoy deep sea, fly, trolling, or bone fishing – Belize Ocean Club has you covered! And they offer multiple locations for you to catch tuna, group, snapper, and other species. Once you’re done for the day, take your catch back to the resort and the Chefs will be happy to prepare a fresh-fish dinner for you!

Packing List: Sunscreen is always necessary, but don’t forget your favorite fishing hat for this excursion!

JAGUAR PRESERVE & COCKSCOMB BASIN

Hike deep into the rainforests of Belize. Take in the views of Victoria’s Peak, the highest in the country. Learn to track Jaguars and keep an eye out for exotic bird species. This tour will be fun and educational as you learn about different flora and fauna found in Belize and the tropical ecology.

Packing List: Wear comfortable hiking shoes. This tour isn’t flip-flop friendly.

MAYAN TEMPLES

An indigenous Maya from the region will guide you on this excursion. Learn their traditions and explore their history at Lubaantn and Nim Li Punit. At the end of the trip, you’ll get to explore caves at Blue Creek or Rio Blanco Waterfalls. Rio Blanco is a 15 ft waterfall that pours into a deep swimming hole. This is a popular jumping spot for thrill seekers – but use caution as the climb up can be very slick!

Packing List: At the end of the day, you’ll want your swimsuit so you can splash around. Bring it along or just wear it under your clothes – Belize is as casual as it gets.

MONKEY RIVER

Running from the Mayan Mountains to the Caribbean Sea is the Monkey River. This river is named for the Guatemalan Black Howler Monkey that lives in the region. Watch for these and other animals along your cruise! This special conservation area is also home to toucans, herons, manatees, and crocodiles. The Monkey River cruise is one of Belize Ocean Club’s most popular tours and is sure to please the whole family!

Packing List: Bring along a set of binoculars to get a closer view of the birds and animals.

Adventure awaits you… So grab your passport and get packing! We look forward to making your next trip a memorable one. For reservations please contact Condo Hotel Marketplace at 866.469.6060 or email us at reservenow@condohotelmarketplace.com. 

10 Fun Things to Do for FREE in Las Vegas

Whether you have gambled away the last of your cash or just want to save a bit of dough, this list of 10 Fun Things to Do for FREE in Las Vegas will certainly keep you entertained:

1. Gambling Lessons - Many Las Vegas hotels offer free gambling lessons for visitors. Learn the rules and object of each game, then play a few hands for practice. Even if you're a seasoned gambler, you can still pick up some new techniques or learn a game you've never tried before. Poker lessons are offered at the MGM Grand each day at 10:30am and 6pm and many other hotels offer lessons for various games. Make sure you reserve your spot ahead of time or arrive early - classes are limited and fill up quickly. Good luck and happy gambling!
   
2. The Bellagio Fountains & Conservatory – The Fountains of Bellagio are one of the most famous free attractions along the Las Vegas Strip. This show features multiple fountains and lights choreographed to music. They run every half hour during the day and about every 15 minutes during the evenings (after 7pm). The music changes too, so the show may be different from the last time you visited Vegas! While the fountains take a rest, head inside to the Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. The gardens are magnificent and change throughout the year for holidays and seasons. There are live musical performances from 5-6pm daily too. You can also meet Mr. & Mrs. Green Thumb between 10:30-11:30am to ask questions or get gardening tips.
   
3. The Volcano at Mirage – Another Strip-Side attraction you cannot miss is the Volcano at Mirage. This fiery performance takes place every half hour after 8pm (with the exception of 8:30) until midnight. And of course, no Vegas attraction would be complete without music: Greatful Dead’s Mickey Hart and Indian tabla sensation Zakir Hussain will you keep you grooving during the eruption!
   
4. The Wildlife Habitat at Flamingo – The 15 acre Wildlife Habitat at Flamingo will make you feel as if you’re in a distant land, far away from the Las Vegas Strip. This attraction features koi ponds, turtles, and of course flamingos! They have two live feedings per day for nature lovers and children to enjoy. Take a rest to relish the scenery or strike a pose for a fantastic photo-op.
   
5. The Aquarium at Silverton – Visit Silverton’s 117,000 gallon aquarium, home to over 4,000 tropical fish and several MERMAIDS! Did we say mermaids? Yes! Stop in Thursday – Sunday to try and spot one of these majestic creatures. You can also catch interactive fish feedings daily at 1:30pm and 4:30pm.
   
6. CBS Television City Research Center at MGM Grand – Stop into the CBS Television City to give your two cents about television programs from Viacom networks such as CBS, MTV, and Nickelodeon. Screenings typically last about 45 minutes and are followed by a 15 minute touch-screen survey.  Television City has also offers testing for commercials, websites, and consumer electronics such as gaming systems and computers. After you’ve given your opinion, you can stop into the souvenir shop for merchandise from your favorite TV shows.
   
7.  The Auto Collections at the Quad Resort & Casino – Stop into The Auto Collections between 10am and 6pm to view their plethora of vehicles, worth over $100 Million. This eclectic showroom features 250 antique, muscle, famous, and historically significant cars. This is a must-see for any vehicle-buff visiting Las Vegas. They even offer a free audio guide so you can get the full history and hear the unique stories behind these cars! All vehicles at the Auto Collection are for sale so inventory is constantly changing.
   
8. Carnevale di Venezia – The Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian and The Shoppes at Palazzo are both fantastic places to window shop. And each day, they come alive thanks to the Carnevale di Venezia. A 15 minute performance features operas and Italian folk music. There are also several other entertainers such as gondoliers, livings statues, and jugglers on stilts. The shows create a “Streetmosphere,” taking you into the heart of Italy. See one of several daily performance at St. Mark’s Square (Venetian) or in front of Barney’s New York (Palazzo).
   
9. The Fremont Experience – Fremont Street just isn’t what it used to be. It’s better! Visit Downtown Las Vegas to see the Viva Vision Light Shows every hour from dusk til midnight. The light shows take place on a large overhead canopy that’s the length of 5 football fields. And it’s all set to awesome music! New shows are added each year, so Fremont Street Experience staff currently have about 15 options to choose from. And while you’re there, you’ll notice people launching themselves from a giant slot machine known as “Slotzilla,” down a zip line through Fremont! The zip-line does require you to buy a ticket, but it’s free to people watch. Which brings us to our final topic…
   
10. People Watching – Las Vegas is by far the BEST place for people watching. You’ll find costumed characters all along the Strip. And you never know when you’ll catch an impromptu street performer breakdancing, juggling, or performing magic tricks. Wherever you are in Vegas, keep your eyes peeled. You don’t want to miss the opportunity to take a selfie with Batman or Alan from the Hangover!