Cayo Scoop! The Ecology of Cayo Culture

These aren't the myths you're thinking.  This humorous article from the Huffington Post dispels some travel based myths.  Belize isn't an island, has great Mayan ruins, like Caracol pictured above, and surely isn't boring.  Where'd they come up with those myths, anyways?  Xunantunich and Chaa Creek are both given as myth busting examples, and they even have a funny video of Xunantunich, and of course they don't quite get the pronunciation correct.

"There is a unique pocket in the world that buzzes with warmth, inner peace and joy.  The people are peaceful, with a quiet confidence emanating from their eyes.  They smile broadly, and are filled with energetic laughter, friendly gazes and cozy hugs.  Welcome to Belize...

So scrap your preconceived ideas of this petite little country, smushed between Guatemala, Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.  Although part of Central America, both geographically and politically, it refuses to be part of its neighbors to the left.  Rather, Belize celebrates a diverse culture; in fact, they're known as the Central American melting pot.'

A Luxury Travel Blog wrote a short article on their top 5 things to see in Belize, and of course, Cayo excursions enhance the list.  Actun Tunichil Muknal, Xunantunich, and Cockscomb Basin(not really Cayo, but close enough) are all spoken of highly. 

"Belize is probably not the number one location on your list of countries you must visit.  It should be.  Sitting just on the Central American east coast, Belize benefits from Caribbean temperatures and beaches on the Caribbean Sea.  More than that it offers a wide range of stunning attractions which tap into the ancient history of the region as well as being immensely enjoyable.  A private villa in Belize will give you the luxury you deserve for your holiday as you explore our top five attractions."