Belize Guide

by Paul Glassman

Published May 1989
A guide to Belize for travellers. It describes the whitewashed thatched Mayan huts, limestone plains, tropical forests, picture-perfect palm trees, coastal wetlands and piney mountains, as well as the people and culture. There is comprehensive information on Belize's top attractions, including the barrier reef, and also discusses unexplored areas rich with history and tradition, places with colourful names and equally colourful pasts such as Gallon Jug, Double Head Cabbage, and Monkey River. There are details on the beaches, cities and towns, offshore islands, water sports, accommodation, restaurants, national parks and Mayan ruins.