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Government
Mayor Wally Nuñez travels to Washington, DC to witness US Presidential Inauguration
San Pedro Mayor Gualberto ‘Wally’ Nuñez traveled to Washington, D.C., USA to attend President Donald Trump's inauguration events. On Sunday, January 19th, he attended a private reception, where he mingled with various members of Congress and influential leaders.
Weather
Belize Honorary Consul of Florida reaching out to Belizeans post-Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian battered the Florida peninsula on Wednesday, September 28th, with catastrophic storm surges, winds, and flooding. The badly affected state is home to people from many countries, including Belize, and the Belizean diplomatic mission is already working with local partners to assist those affected.
Weather
Hurricane Ian gaining strength in the Caribbean; Belize spared
A weather disturbance with disorganized showers moving west across the Caribbean Sea had Belizeans on alert when it was forecast to become a major storm, with the possibility of heading towards Belize. The storm has developed into Hurricane Ian. According to the most recent models, its path will take it away from Belize, heading north towards western Cuba and the state of Florida in the United States.
Education
San Pedro’s Jessica Flores graduates with a Doctor of Medicine degree from WUHS
On Thursday, August 25th, the Washington University of Health and Science (WUHS) held its graduation ceremony in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, with approximately 200 students from different countries. WUHS has a campus in Belize, on the island of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, which foreign and Belizean students attend. The graduation ceremony on Thursday was unique as San Pedrana Jessica Flores was among the proud graduates. Flores graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree, making her family, friends, and hometown proud.
Travel & Tourism
American Airlines connects Miami with Chetumal, Mexico; why fares may be cheaper compared to Belize
As the travel industry continues its path to normalcy, commercial airlines are exploring new destinations by opening routes to places least expected. On Wednesday, December 1st, American Airlines started a bi-weekly flight between Miami, Florida, USA, and Chetumal, Mexico. The Mexican city borders Belize’s northern Corozal Town, and the new option is already attracting the attention of travelers, who see this alternative as very economical. While flights to and from Belize to Miami cost more, authorities in the industry explain the main factors affecting the cost when flying to specific destinations.
Community and Society
Belizean Renee Woods promoted to oversee American’s ticket sales centers in Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean
In this role she will oversee revenue generation and performance for American’s 42 Ticket Sales Centers in the region.
Government
The Consulate of Belize in Florida Inaugurates New Office and Passport Services
Press Release- Belize Press Office, October 2nd-
On Tuesday, October 1st, 2013, the Consulate of Belize in Florida inaugurated its new office located in Coral...
Travel & Tourism
San Pedro and Placencia featured in The Boca Raton Observer
Two popular Belize tourism destinations: Placencia & Ambergris Caye, are featured in the February issue of “The Boca Raton Observer”. Cheryl Blackerby says Better Belize It.
