A review of Carnival Dream, a six-night cruise out of Galveston, Texas, to Cozumel, Costa Maya and Belize City.
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Ever dream of ditching your deadlines for a hammock in Belize? Cris did just that—and she's not looking back.
In this episode, we follow digital nomad and slow travel pro Cris, who's been globe-hopping since 2018 and swears by one golden rule: travel slower, live deeper. Her favorite spot to soak i…Ever dream of ditching your deadlines for a hammock in Belize? Cris did just that—and she's not looking back.
In this episode, we follow digital nomad and slow travel pro Cris, who's been globe-hopping since 2018 and swears by one golden rule: travel slower, live deeper. Her favorite spot to soak it all in? Belize. And after this episode, it might be yours too.
From Placencia Village's laid-back charm to underground river caves and grilled lobster tail under the stars, Cris walks us through how to make the most of Belize — not just as a tourist, but as someone who belongs.
Discovering Belize and the Art of Slow Travel
What's inside this episode:
• 🐢 Why slow travel might be your best travel hack (and how Cris made the leap)
• 🏝️ Hidden-gem vibes in Placencia Village — perfect if you love warm beaches and even warmer neighbors
• 👫 Building real community with locals and expats, plus how Rotary International plays a part
• 🌿 Wild adventures like cave tubing and the legendary ATM Cave (archaeology meets adrenaline)
• 🦞 The scoop on lobster season, local cuisine, and how to eat like a Belizean beach pro
• 🧳 Game-changing travel gear picks: Cris's packable coffee dripper and "never-leave-home-without-it" metal straw
• 💬 Real talk on cost of living, safety, language, and cultural do's and don'ts
• 🏨 Boutique stays in Hopkins and why Francis Ford Coppola's Turtle Inn is more than just a name drop
🎒 Love exploring off the beaten path?
Subscribe, share this episode with your travel crew, and check your passport. Belize might be calling — just don't forget your snorkel or that collapsible coffee contraption.
Today we're headed south to the tiny but intriguing country of Belize. Nestled into Central America surrounded by Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras - Belize will capture your imagination. Experience dense rainforest, the second largest barrier reef in the world, phenomenal wildlife, and ancient Mayan …Today we're headed south to the tiny but intriguing country of Belize. Nestled into Central America surrounded by Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras - Belize will capture your imagination. Experience dense rainforest, the second largest barrier reef in the world, phenomenal wildlife, and ancient Mayan culture and history.
Joining me today is Martin Krediet, the General Manager of Turtle Inn. This property is owned by the Coppola family, which explains how every nook is infused with magic and interesting details.
Martin and I talk about everything from whale sharks to Francis Coppola, to puppies, and Mayan Ruins. He tells some amazing stories and really gives us a sense of what it's like to visit this slice of paradise.
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Actress Sarah Parish joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets on this week’s episode.
Sarah shares her love of motorhome holidays, why swimming with pigs in the Bahamas is underwhelming and her adoration of deep sea diving - even when she was swimming next to a bull shark!
Plus, she discusses he…Actress Sarah Parish joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets on this week’s episode.
Sarah shares her love of motorhome holidays, why swimming with pigs in the Bahamas is underwhelming and her adoration of deep sea diving - even when she was swimming next to a bull shark!
Plus, she discusses her experiences volunteering at an orphanage in Cambodia and reveals why despite her initial reservations, spending Christmas in Costa Rica was one of her favourite travel moments.
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Places mentioned:
Croyde, North Devon
Rome
Belize
Nassau, Bahamas
Vancouver Island
Wickaninnish Inn, Tofino
Cambodia
Hà Nội, Vietnam
Hội An, Vietnam
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Nosara, Costa Rica
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Adventurer Phoebe Smith heads to the Central American nation of Belize, to see - in the wake of the rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives in the USA - how multiple cultures can live in harmony while still celebrating their own uniqueness. The country is found on Central America’s …Adventurer Phoebe Smith heads to the Central American nation of Belize, to see - in the wake of the rollback of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives in the USA - how multiple cultures can live in harmony while still celebrating their own uniqueness. The country is found on Central America’s north eastern coast, bordered by Mexico, Guatemala and the Caribbean Sea. It's one of only two destinations in Latin America where English is the official language. This is a country th...more
