Joanne & Mark

We will travel back in time, follow pathways used by the Maya peoples, and discover lost worlds that have been hidden deep within the jungle for centuries. We will take a tour as our guide unveils the mysteries and secrets of the Maya underworld. We will witness spectacular visions of the jungle while trekking across rivers and remote jungle trails. We will go back over two thousand years in history as we learn about the Maya civilization and witness first hand how the ancient peoples used these amazing caverns. We will see burial chambers with calcified remains, ceremonial vessels and other cultural artifacts left by the Maya centuries ago. Artifacts are often looted from caves following their discovery. The passage through this cave is known to only a few select guides, who have permission from the Belize Department of Archeology to take visitors to this special cave. To this day, the cave has not been looted and nearly all of the cultural artifacts have remained in place as they were originally found in 1989. We will start off the day with an early flight to Belize City to meet and greet our tour guide. We will travel the scenic western highway towards Guatemala to the village of Teakettle. From there we will head south to the Tapir Mountain Nature. We will take a nature trail for forty-five minutes on a flat, clean, and shaded path which has three knee-deep streams to cross during this jungle hike. At the end of the hike we will arrive at the camp ground just outside the cave. We will sit down for lunch and orientation about the history, geology, safety rules, and regulations of the cave. After the orientation and lunch, we will start off with a swim in the fifteen foot long and fifteen foot deep cave; life jackets are available for non-swimmers. We will arrive to the main chamber to view artifacts such as ancient Mayan potteries, skeletal remains, stone tools, and beautiful formations.

A transfer from Belize City on the very scenic Western Highway brings us to the Caves Branch River at Jaguar Paw Resort. We will travel through its winding path to the Mayan mountains and numerous ancient caves once inhabited by the Mayan people. Upon arrival, we will start the day with the Zip Line Tour. Aerial Trek Canopy Tour offers the exhilarating experience of soaring through the jungle, right above the broadleaf forest floor. This involves traversing from one platform to another along a steel cable suspended up to eighty feet above the ground. Once completed with this part of the tour lunch is served. Next, we will hike for forty-five minutes down a jungle trail to the entrance tunnel that heads into the underground cave system. Our guide hands out flashlights and we are ready to float in an inner tube as the gentle current helps us make our way through the cave system.

Encountering the dolphins is a once in a lifetime experience that showcases these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat of Belize. We will be amazed as our trainer motivates us with his speech on conversation and takes us through an exhilarating experience as we come into direct contact with them. We cannot pass on this exciting opportunity!

With your thoughtful gift we'll pound the sea, grab some air, ride a wave, get a thrill and have a blast.

We'll have a drink or two on you at the local bar or at our favorite saloon. Cheers!

What a romantic evening as the ship drifts out to sea for a night under a blanket of stars. We will make sure we reserve a table now to enjoy a spectacular dinner captivated by a picture perfect sunset.

We will sail aboard a Catamaran to Caye Caulker, snorkel the sites with the most prolific fish life on the reef, Hol Chan Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. We will enjoy lunch and a stroll through the lobster fishing village of Caye Caulker. Rum punch, beer and soft drinks are included. We will bring snorkel gear, lunch money and the Hol Chan park entrance fee. We will enjoy a full day of snorkeling. We will start off by swimming at the coral gardens, a spectacular view where one can be amazed by the coral formations and the colorful inhabitants that have made it their home. Continuing onto the Caye Caulker Cut, we will witness another incredible spectacle of color formed by the variety of fish living in the barrier reef. For lunch, we will move over to the neighboring island of Cay Caulker for a small visit to the village. The final stop is at the aquarium for a swim with the friendly sharks and stingrays, but this is not all. We will also get the chance to visit some lively Northern sea horses.

Leaving from Las Terrazas' private dock, we will sail south towards Hol Chan where we will sit back, relax and watch the sun set on the Caribbean. While on the cruise, we'll enjoy some of Belize's best Belikin beers or rum punch and listen to some uplifting Caribbean music. The Sunset Cruise includes beer, sodas, rum punch and snacks.

With your wedding gift we can plan ahead and upgrade to a romantic honeymoon suite. Our suite will be just steps from the beach nestled amongst the magnificent lush, fragrant tropical gardens and framed with breathtaking ocean views. We will be pampered in style and comfort, leaving us with "suite" memories!

What better way to enhance our fine dining experience than with our chosen bottle of exceptional wine. Cheers!

What could be better than knowing we'll have breakfast to enjoy between the sheets? We'll order eggs florentine, cinnamon rolls, freshly squeezed orange juice and hot coffee which all seem to taste better served to us in bed!

The catch of the day awaits us! As seafood lovers it will be hard to choose from the different types of seafood restaurants and the variety of fresh fish, all complemented by delectable side dishes, fresh vegetables, and an incredible selection of wines. A delicious treat!

We would love just one more night to celebrate and indulge in romance! At our favorite restaurant we’ll enjoy spectacular cuisine and sip on classical cocktails and concoctions while toasting to us and our ‘last’ night on our escape in paradise!

We look forward to reserving an intimate candlelit dinner. We'll choose a quiet restaurant with a warm atmosphere, outstanding cuisine and impeccable service.

At our favorite Steak House, we'll reserve a table so we can tantalize our tastebuds! We'll choose from an array of prime aged steaks, chops, bone-In New York, filet mignon, double pork chops and racks of lamb. All choices are grilled the classic way juicy, tender, with the flavors developed fully. This is a sanctuary for us steak aficionados. Our mouths are watering just thinking about it.

We will browse the boutique store and pick up a few local handicrafts and souvenirs as mementoes from our honeymoon.

A scooter is a fun and casual way to see the sights of our honeymoon destination. No need to fix our hair for this trip!

Any help to get to and from our destination is a wonderful gift. We will be thanking you long after take off.

With your lovely wedding gift, we will experience a romantic and special honeymoon! We will begin our new lives together and enjoy each other's company while creating unforgettable honeymoon memories. It's our happily ever after and we thank you for making our honeymoon extraordinary!

We will experience the special indulgence of a couple's massage lying side-by-side being pampered with exotic oils that hydrate the skin, rejuvenate senses, and leave us refreshed and revitalized. We want to reserve our spa treatments early for this ultimate spa experience!

From the excellent service at the hotel to the attentive waiters at dinner, there's going to be a long list of people to thank for helping us have the perfect time away from home.

We can plan to start our trip with a romantic flair! What better way than with the decadence of this unbeatable combination?