Adventures with BeeGee

The Maiden of the Rock: A Deep Dive into Xunantunich Mayan Ruins in Belize Belize is a land rich with history and adventure, and for those who love to explore, its ancient Mayan ruins offer a glimpse into a world both magnificent and mysterious. My wife, Linda, and our friends, Eamon and Athena, and I dedicated our third day in Belize to exploring one of the most magnificent of these sites: Xunantunich, or "The Maiden of the Rock." This post will serve as your comprehensive guide to this breathtaking archaeological site, sharing our firsthand experience and helping you prepare for your own unforgettable journey. The grounds are well-kept, which we noticed the moment we walked into the central plaza, and the site is much bigger than we anticipated. The Journey Begins with a Hand-Cranked Ferry Getting to Xunantunich is a part of the adventure in itself, and it’s a detail that adds to the site's remote and timeless feel. The day of our visit was incredibly sunny, and the dri...

 Belize’s Subterranean Secrets: An Unforgettable Cave Tubing Adventure Our trip to Belize was full of surprises, but none quite as exhilarating and unique as our cave tubing adventure. This incredible journey took us deep into the heart of the earth, floating through a mysterious underworld that has been carved out by water over thousands of years. The adventure began with a ride on a jungle bus to the Caves Branch River. From the very beginning, the experience was a blend of awesome and a little bit freaky. Floating in water so dark that you couldn't see the bottom was a bit unnerving, but thankfully, we were equipped with life vests. The sense of adventure quickly took over, and once we were settled in, it was a lot of fun. There weren't any crazy rapids or dangerous sections; it was a peaceful, steady float through a truly spectacular setting. Our hotel was also the tour group that gave us the tour, so we didn't have to worry about driving. Instead, we were picked up in ...

  Belize’s Hidden Oasis: A Journey to St. Herman’s Blue Hole National Park For the second part of our first day in Belize, we found ourselves deep in the Cayo District, just off the Hummingbird Highway, at an incredible natural wonder: St. Herman’s Blue Hole National Park. This 500-acre protected area, managed by the Belize Audubon Society, is a true jungle oasis waiting to be explored. For my companions and me, my wife Linda and our friend Eamon, our adventure here was a perfect blend of peaceful hiking, a refreshing swim, and a thrilling cave expedition. It was refreshing to go for a swim after the long caving adventure at Crystal Cave. To learn more about this tour company, you can visit their  website . For more of our Belize adventures, be sure to check out our journey to Crystal Cave ! The Walk to the Blue Hole The journey began with a tranquil walk from the parking lot along one of the park’s many natural trails. As the three of us walked through the tropical fores...