May Breeze 2010 - The Placencia Breeze

The Placencia BreezeA Publication of the Placencia Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Associationwww.placencia.com or www.placenciabreeze.com May 2010Placencia Road - Almost Completed!By Elysia DialFor years the Placencia Peninsula road has been a driver’snightmare. The twenty-two miles of dusty and/or muddy, rockyroad that was the demise of many a low riding vehicle thatconnected the peninsula to the Southern Highway was often thereason for not driving into Placencia. For years anytime a visitorwould pose the question, “When are they going to pave your road?”peninsula residents could only laugh. After all the topic had becomea bit of a joke - it seemed as if our road was never going to be paved.Well times have changed, the contract for the paving of the road wassigned in July of 2008 and the preparation began shortly after that.The crews have worked quickly and efficiently and people thattraveled the road only on occasion have often commented, “Wow!They’ve paved all the way to _______! Last time I drove up it wasonly as far as ________!” Impressive indeed.It seems as if we are just months, if not weeks away from thecompletion of the paving. A small stretch between the Riversdaleturn off to just north of the Placencia Hotel and Residences - approx.2.5 miles is all that is left to be paved as far as the average driver isconcerned.Now the idea of a weekend away to Placencia from just aboutanywhere in the country of Belize is an easy option! Just 2.5 - 3hours to Placencia from Belize City. A great choice for a 3 dayweekend and the way to go for the Placencia Lobsterfest weekend -June 25th, 26th, & 27th! Check it out for yourself!!!!10th Annual National Tourism AwardsNominations Announced!!!Earlier in May the Belize Tourism Board announced the nomineesfor the 10th annual National Tourism awards and we are pleasedto announce that Placencia is very well represented! Categorieswhere Placencia is represented include:♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦Destination of the Year : Placencia!!!!!Environmental Organization of the YearPlacencia Moorings Masters & Southern Environmental AssociationHotel of the Year: Chabil Mar VillasRestaurant of the Year:Bonefish Grille (Singing Sands Inn) & French ConnectionTour Operator of the Year: Avadon DiversTour Guide of the Year:Dwayne Young (Joy Tours) & Eloy Quevas (Monkey River Retreat)Frontline Person of the Year : Natalie Ranguy @ Chabil MarSmall Vendor of the Year: TuttiFrutti Italian Ice CreamParlorVoting for the nominees was done through the BTB’s websitewww.travelbelize.org and the deadline was midnight on May 13th.Time will tell if our area nominees were awarded but we have agood feeling about it! Congratulations and good luck!!!!!Placencia’s Almost completed Road -From The Chairman’s DeskWe would like to take this opportunity to Thank ALL oursupporters; All our families and friends, All our Placencia peoplewho came out to VOTE for a new change on April 18th, 2010 inPlacencia Village.We are very pleased with the outcome and the elected council. Weare very happy that we are now PLACENCIA PROUD!This will be a great challenge for the new Placencia VillageCouncil, but we all need to remember that with the support of theVILLAGERS (meaning everyone) we can and we will triumph overevery obstacle.Once again, THANK YOU for all your support.Now the real work begins...We encourage the support of anyone with talent or organizationalskills that is willing to assist in anyway or field that they feelcapable.Have a good day,Charles Leslie Jr.Chairpersonon behalf of The Placencia Village CouncilPlacencia ProudPhoto by Charles Leslie Jr

What’s Happening In Town?!The Placencia Breeze - May 2010- Page 3~ Pickled Parrot 3rd Annual Chili Cook-Off -Get your chilies and peppers ready...we arelooking at Sunday, May 30th for our Annual ChiliCook-off starting at 2pm! The Golden LadleWinner from our last competition, Jerry Winters,is looking forward to trying to hold on to his title.~Goss Chocolate at Blue Crab Beach is starting toget chocolate treats together for the upcoming ToledoCacao Fest, May 21,22,23 !The event is really worthgoing to, very unique, and there is only 1 Cacaofestper year in Belize. The roof top Wine & Chocolate tasting eveningis beautiful, with great live music & entertainment from differentparts of Belize. There are tables full of savory foods made withchocolate, and then there are the chocolate desserts--cakes, tarts,mousse, brownies, pastries, cookies, truffles, and more. Thechocolate makers of Belize have their chocolate samples out fortasting and the wine is just fine. A gathering of chocolate & winelovers usually results in a good time. Saturday fair day is fun withmore chocolate foods & drinks on sale, arts, crafts, chocolatethemed activities for kids, more live music. Sunday is for tours &trips to the ruins & the sea. A fireworks display is squeezed induring the busy weekend, and most importantly--many FreeChocolate Samples will be given out !Every….♦Monday♦ Placencia Hotel & Residences- a division ofZeboz - Margarita Mondays - 5 to 7 pm.Complimentary snacks and appetizers served at the bar.Over 10 different margaritas available plus regular barmenu.Michelo’s Belgian Café 11am: overview of touristicactivities in Placencia in English, presentación deactividades turísticas en Placencia en español,Darstellung der touristischen Tätigkeiten in Placenciaauf Deutsch, revue des activités touristiques àPlacencia en français, overzicht van toeristischeactiviteiten in Placencia in het NederlandsTuesday♦ Habanero’s Restaurant- Mexican Buffet. 7pm to 9pm.Dinner pick up call 523-3565.♦ Rotary Club of Placencia - Meets at Yoli’s Bar at12:30 pm.♦ Sunova Beach Gift Shop - Sunova Beach Gift Shop -10% TUESDAYS! Get 10% off most items everyTuesday!.♦ Tipsy Tuna-TEQUILA TUESDAY! 1/2 off ALLMargaritas during Happy Hour.Wednesday♦♦J-Byrd's Bar - Karaoke starting at 8 pm!!!!!Tipsy Tuna - WINGS WENDESDAY! Honey BBQ andHot Wings $1 each! Order any amount you want ! 5-9:30p.m. Garifuna Drumming 6:30-9 p.m.Thursday♦ "Thirsty Thursday" at The Crows Nest Bar & Grill,Happy Hour 5pm - 7pm - local beer& rum $3 & complementary snacks.♦ J-Byrd's Bar hosts organized dartcompetition with great prizesstarting 8:30 pm.♦ Tipsy Tuna - TIPSY THURSDAY!Karaoke indoor, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. FREE Jello Shots and 2for 1 Rum Punch for Ladies!• Robert’s Grove- Experience Garifuna singers,musicians and dancersFriday♦ Green Parrot - Beach BBQ, served onthe Patio, features ribs, chicken & seafood(monster shrimp when available), plus allthe trimmings. Reservation: 523-2488.• Siripohn Thai Food– every Friday Thai food for sale bySiripohn, menu changes every week. Located on themain road, two story house beside the grave yard.• Singing Sands Inn - Martini Night. AllMartinis 25% off! We have a wide selection offlavors to taste including our Melon Martini ordecadent Chocolate Martini.♦ The Placencia Hotel - Karaoke starting at 8 pm!!!♦ Michelo’s Belgian Café 1pm: bridge card playersgatheringSaturday♦ Happy Hour at The Crows Nest Cafe Bar & Grill5pm - 7pm - local beer & rum $3 & complementarysnacks. Also Look out for announcements for live musicevents on select Saturdays.♦ Robert’s Grove - Poolside BBQ Buffet at 7 pm withlocal music. For reservations call 523-3565.♦ Singing Sands Inn - Margarita Night! Tryour selection of flavored Margaritas for only $10.Our Mango Margarita made with fresh mangoand the Cherry Coco Margarita are two favorites.♦ Tipsy Tuna - Live band, INNER VIBRATIONS at ourseaside bar, 7pm - MidnightSunday♦ Robert's Grove Seaside Restaurant features USPrime Rib Roast and Yorkshire Pudding alongwith its regular menu and daily specials. 6- 10pm. For reservations call 523-3565♦ Tipsy Tuna - Horseshoe Tournament! Starts at3 p.m. Winner receives $50 Cash. 2nd Placereceives $25 Bar Tab.♦ Yoli’s Bar & Grill - 4 pm Placencia’s Famous RingGame!!!Everyday♦ DeTatch Seafood Beach Bar & Grill - $4.00 rumpunch all day, everyday. On the beach - See you there!!!♦ Mangos - Happy Hour 5 - 6 P.M. $4 Belikins & $4 rumdrinks.♦ Maya Beach Bistro Happy Hour 2 -5pm with halfpriceappetizer menu and daily $5 bar snack specials.Also $4 Belikin and $4 local rum. Take the bus fromPlacencia at 1:30 pm, depart Maya Beach on the bus at5. Closed Mondays. 520-8040♦ Pickled Parrot Bar & Grill -Ten Dolla’ Lunch Specialnoon to 2 p.m., Happy Hour 5 - 6 pm. Rum Drinks from$3 & up.♦ The Placencia Hotel & Residences- a division ofZeboz - Happy Hour from 5 pm - 6 pm everyday.♦ Tipsy Tuna Sports Bar - Happy Hour 7 - 8 pm (exceptSundays)♦ Singing Sands Inn Happy Hour 3 to 6 PM. Belikinand local rum along with a discounted price andappetizer menu. Closed on Tuesdays. Tel: 520.8022 oremail: info@singingsands.com.♦ Tipsy Tuna - Happy Hour 5-7pm at our seaside barwith $2 off any local rum drink and free banana chips.

The Placencia Breeze –May 2010- Page 4Dates You Need To Know !May 1st - Labor Day & Alvin Brown’s BirthdayMay 4th - Natalie Young’s BirthdayMay 6th - Doyen Gardiner’s BirthdayMay 9th - Andre Brown’s Birthday & Mother’s DayMay 11th -Penny Dial & Alva Leslie’s BirthdayMay 13th - Dwayne & Hubert (Tuca) Young’s BirthdayMay 14th - Adriane Taylor & Jamie Bone’s BirthdayMay 16th - Captain Morrell Young’s BirthdayMay 21st - Alyssa Faux’s BirthdayMay 23rd - Kai Parham’s BirthdayMay 24th - Commonwealth Day & Diana Eiley’s BirthdayMay 26th - Karen & Hubert Young’s AnniversaryMay 31st - Susan Young’s BirthdayVillage Council ElectionsThe villages of Placencia and Seine Bight held their villagecouncil elections on Sunday April 18, 2010. This was a part ofthe nationwide village council elections which began in parts ofthe country as early as mid April and will run into June. Theseelections are held on Sundays and the community elections mustbe staggered due to the large ratio of villages to Elections andBoundary officials to oversee the elections.The Placencia Breeze is excited about the two new councils thatwill be overseeing our peninsula. Placencia Village CouncilChairman Charles Leslie Jr and Seine Bight Village CouncilChairman Francis Palacio both recently attended a PlacenciaBTIA general meeting where they enthusiastically pledged tohave the councils work together to make improvements to thepeninsula.Look out for a full introduction of both councils in next month’s issue ofthe Breeze!!!!NOTICEFor a more efficient and effective garbage pickup service, PlacenciaSanitation Co. is reminding is customers of their responsibilitiesand obligations:♦ ALL garbage must ALWAYS be bagged in strong, durablebags;♦ Bagged garbage must be available for pickup by 7 a.m. ONLYon pickup days;♦ Bagged garbage must be available for pickup in an easily♦accessible area;Garbage containers/retainers must be well-maintained at alltimes.Failure to comply will result in garbage not being picked up and/ora Litter Violation Ticket. For more information kindly contact theoffice of Placencia Sanitation Co/Placencia Water Board at 523-3273 or 523-4036.Reduce, Re-use, RecycleJune 25 th , 26 th , 27 thLOBSTERFEST 2010ARTS & CRAFTS/FOOD BOOTHS:Register from now until May31 st ,2010Pay only $125.00After June 1 st - Pay $150.00.For more information /or tosign up please contact thePlacencia Village CouncilOffice at 523-3396.

Spotlight on Placencia BTIASunova Beach Gift ShopGillian Zabaneh moved to Placencia in October, 2000. Shortlyafter moving to Placencia, she started working at ParadiseVacation Hotel and slowly started to put small gift shop items inthe office. After three years, Gillian started contemplating theidea of opening a gift shopseparate from the hotel.Placencia was growing andshe thought the time wasright to follow through withthat idea.She spoke to her aunt, KarenRoe, who was already in thegift shop business in BelizeCity and after a little bit ofbrainstorming, they decidedto go into business together.Soon after, Sunova BeachGift Shop was beingconstructed on the sidewalkin Placencia Village andfinally opened its doors onMarch 13, 2003. It was asmall white and yellow building that was stocked with smallsouvenirs and a few t-shirts. After a couple of years, they decidedthe gift shop needed some changes. Some minor renovations weremade and a lot of bright colors were added. Not only were theyselling small souvenirs, but they branched out selling other itemssuch as jewellery and beachwear. That was fine for a couple moreyears, but with all of the new items they were carrying, theyneeded more space. So, the gift shop was expanded with anaddition over half the size of the original building.Today, Sunova Beach Gift Shop carries all sorts of items such as avariety of Belizean souvenirs, beachwear, jewellery, DVDs andCDs, home decor, Belizean literature, and the list goes on. Karenand Gillian are once again thinking of expanding the business a bitselling an even wider variety of souvenirs as well as expandingtheir line of beachwear. Sunova Beach Gift Shop offers a 15%discount to BTIAmembers and everyTuesday is 10%Tuesday, withdiscounts throughoutthe entire store. It islocated on the sidewalkbehind the Tipsy Tunaand is open Mondays –Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. –noon and 2:00 p.m. –6:00 p.m.The Placencia Breeze May 2010- Page 5Developing community-based monitoring systems:A workshop for sustainedparticipatory learning and action onconservation and climate adaptationinterventions at community levelMay 2010Target Communities:Belize - San Pedro, Ambergris Caye and PlacenciaHonduras - Sandy Bay and Punta GordaBackgroundWorld Wildlife Fund (WWF), through it climate change adaptationproject for the Mesoamerican Reef (MAR), has been supportingefforts of communities within Belize and Honduras in mappingtheir vulnerability to climate threats and setting up communitybased adaptation mechanisms to reduce risks and increaseresilience to climate threat drivers. These mechanisms vary frommangrove restoration (for shoreline stabilization) to trying toinfluence local development plans, among others, and were linkedto participatory vulnerability assessment studies. The project aimsto assist local communities in addressing climate hazards, and tomonitor impacts from their climate adaptation interventions (toincrease coping potential) and resource conservation efforts.Through this proposed workshop, the project aims to assistcommunities in reflecting on their progress and effectiveness todate, to determine what activities or initiatives needs revising oradopted, and to set-up a framework for a community-led long-termmonitoring system for learning from conservation and climateadaptation interventions.Workshop overviewWWF hopes to help communities set up a system whereby theywould be able to monitoring the impact of their conservation andadaptation interventions to better inform their learning andadaptation process. The workshop will be strongly focused onlearning and structured to build capacity of target communities toinstitutionalize the process of adaptation planning. Given thisapproach, communities will be better equipped to monitor andevaluate their interventions for the long-termContinued on pg 10Placencia Peninsula TaxiDrivers/ OperatorsAssociationTo/From Number of Persons Fare $ BZ$Placencia Village 1 $6.00Limit Village Inn 2 or More $3.00 EachPlacencia/Turtle Inn 1 $12.00Saks 2 or More $6.00 per PersonPlacencia/Airstrip 1 $12.002 or More $6.00 per PersonPlacencia/Rum Point 1 $14.002 or More $7.00 per PersonPlacencia/Serenity 1 $14.002 or More $7.00 per PersonMiller’s Landing 1 $17.002 or More $7.00 per PersonPlacencia/Robert’s Grove 1 or 2 $22.00Luba Hati/Seine Bight 3 or More $8.00 per PersonPlacencia/Maya Beach 1 or 2 $40.003 or More $15.00 per PersonPlacencia/Plantation/Zeboz 1,2 or 3 $50.004 or More $15.00 per Person

The Placencia Breeze –May 2010-Page 6Impacts of Belize’s New Budget on the Tourism Industry and Employee/EmployersThe Placencia BTIA is always looking for ways toprovide its membership with information that willhelp with the smooth running of their business.Please check out these excerpts from the budgetspeech and budget this year that could be ofinterest to you.Environment♦ Belize derives its economic sustenance from ourenvironment. Proper management andsustainable use of our environment is thereforecritical to long term economic growth. Thegovernment will strengthen framework andprocesses for environmental management includingenforcement of environmental compliance.♦ In particular, great priority is given to solid wastemanagementRevenue Replacement DutyAs of the 1 st of August, the remaining Revenue Replacement Dutywill be removed from both Regular and Premium Gasoline, and onAviation Spirits and Jet Fuel. This tax will be replaced by a lowerflat tax per gallon which will be added to the existing customsduties applicable to these products. This will have the effect ofstabilizing the taxes applied to these products and would alsoresult in future changes in acquisition costs passing directlythrough to the price.Revenue Measures to provide support to the TourismSectorThe tourism sector has grown into the major source ofemployment, income generation and foreign exchange earnings forBelize. Accordingly, the industry has begun to make notablecontributions to the development of small communities in the ruralareas where poverty is highest. The potential for even greaterstrides is enormous, and that is why we keep saying that tourismis perhaps the major star to which we’ve hitched our wagon.With the economic slowdown in North America,however, the industry is facing the difficult challengeof maintaining visitor arrival levels in the context ofincreasing competition from other destinations. It istherefore critical for the tourism industry to improveand maintain the quality of the services provided. Thestakeholders in the industry are engaged in a processof strategic planning to meet the challenges which lieahead and have already signaled the difficulty theyare facing, particularly the smaller hoteliers, inundertaking the investments necessary to improve thequality of their facilities because of rising operationalcosts. Tourism operators have insistently pressed toreview the structure of taxation of the industry. This is anespecially complex matter and we have, therefore, agreed tocontinue the process of consultation. As an interim act of relief,though, and to assist the relatively large number of smallertourism operators to deliver a better quality of service, governmentproposes the following revenue measures:♦♦The provision of import duty exemptions on capitalimports for small registered hoteliers seeking to expandand/or improve the quality of their facilities.The provision of import duty exemptions on passengervans to allow small tour operators to improve thequality of their tourist transportation services.TAX RELIEF MEASURESThat increase in the basic income tax deduction foremployed individuals earning less than $24,000 per annum, isfrom $19,600 to $23,600. This in effect would mean that allemployed individuals earning less than $24,000 per annum wouldbe exempt from tax, while those individuals earning more than$24,000 would continue to be eligible for the current basicdeduction of $19,600. Further, this change will take effectretroactively for the tax basis year commencing 1st January 2010.

The Placencia Breeze –May 2010-Page 7BTIA pulls Tourism Togetherfor Emergency Planning!Belize Tourism Industry Association in collaboration with theOrganization of American States and the Belize Tourism Boardheld a two day workshop for emergency planning for the tourismindustry.Mindful that the hurricane season is commencing in just a bit overa month, our recent brush with an earthquake and a tsunamiwarning as well as the many considerations and possibleeventualities for emergencies, the BTIA moved decisively tospearhead the multi-hazard contingency planning for tourism inBelize. The contingency planning session and process wasdesigned by the Organization of American States along with theirinternational partners and implemented in countries across theCaribbean. The workshop on day one included presentations onthe process of contingency planning for multiple types of hazards,the structure of Belize's emergency framework via the NationalEmergency Management Organization (NEMO) and hotel security.Day two included table top emergency simulation exercises anddetermined those must do's to realize an institutional frameworkfor tourism.The objective of the workshop was to prepare and train tourismassociations covering critical areas such as an institutionalframework for management and planning for emergency responseand recovery, mitigation for emergencies, damage and needsassessment post an emergency, public relations (national andinternational) and emergency systems and procedures forindividual properties. The training advised the inception of atourism emergency management committee that would feed intothe national system already in place via NEMO, utilizing localdestination committees/clusters for effectiveness.The BTIA will now be moving ahead with continued liaison withthe OAS, BTB and NEMO to conduct the countrywide tourismconsultations that will be critical to getting the system up andrunning. With destination chapters in the ten major tourism areasof Belize, the BTIA is well poised to achieve the effectiveorganization of private sector participation and preparation for anational institutional framework for multi-hazards and allowingfor that all important connection with the tourism public sector.BTB with a presence on NEMO will be able to offer that criticalconnection for tourism in the national system allowing for thatintegrated communication and planning between the private andpublic sectors nationally.EARTH DAY SATURDAY APRIL 24On Earth Day 2010, 100 enthusiastic kids aged 10 to16 and some dedicated parents and Earth Daysupporters turned out for a day of environmentalparticipation and fun at Laughing Bird Caye. Themain objectives were to have fun, learn about theenvironment and to do a thorough cleanup of thegarbage thathad drifted onto the caye overthe past year. In addition tobeing a National Park andWorld Heritage site,Laughing Bird Caye is ashowcase for the beauty ofBelize visited by thousands oftourists and Belizeans everyyear.Members of Splash’s KidsDiving Club did impressivepresentations on lion fish,climate change, lobsters, marine protected areas and whalesharks. Thirty bags of garbage were collected and the mooringbuoy at Coral Gardens got a thorough cleaning. All enjoyed agreat lunch on the beach thanks to Wendy’s Restaurant, RumFish, Tommy’s Restaurant, D’Thatch, Yoli’s, SEA, Nan KeeSupermarket, The Placencia Supermarket and EverydaySupermarket. Thanks go to SEA, Eworth garbutt, D’Eclipse,Frigate Caye, SEA, Splash Dive Center and Ralph capeling whoprovided boats to get everyone there and back and to MnM,Placencia Hotel and Gardens and the Inn at Robert’s Grove whocontributed boat fuel. And to the Fisherman’s Co-op for providingice.Special thanks go to Patty Ramirez and Pablo Mendoza of SplashDive Center for organizing this event and to all the people whosupported this special day.BTIA thanks the OAS and BTB for its partnership. Mr. JimmyChin Security Specialist for several international tourism entitieschaired the sessions on Multi-Hazard Contingency Planning andHotel Security. Present at the two day sessions were Boardrepresentatives from the BHA, BNTOA, BNTGA, BTIADestination Chapters, municipal councils/governments, BERT,Belize Tourism Police Unit and several other private sectorentities.Wendy’s Restaurant & BarOn the Main Street in downtown PlacenciaOpen Daily7:00 am til 9:30 pmServing Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerPatio Dining Outside & A/C Dining InsideSeating for 100 ~ Catering available for private eventsPhone 523-3335 & email wendylemus02@hotmail.comVisa & MasterCard Accepted“Our best meal in Belize is at Wendy's Restaurant…..”- Travel + Leisure Magazine Feb 2006

The Placencia Breeze –May 2010- Page 8SUNDAY......Market Day in Maya BeachEvery week at 9 am peoplefrom all over gather on thelawns outside SpectarteGallery to pitch their tentsor rent a table and preparefor the social gathering thathas become the highlight ofthe week for many folks inthe area.What started as a spark ofan idea has turned into anevent that should not bemissed if you are looking forbargains and a fun place to spend a few hours ,have a bite to eat -BBQ, quiche, sushi and catch up on local news and views. You donot have to book ahead which is what makes it always aserendipity day.There areregular vendorsselling organicvegetables,plants, designerc l o t h e s ,jewelery,glorious junkand the like butartists show up,musiciansappear and whoknows what willhappen next.Uncle Harry from Dangrigahas a constant supply ofamazing STUFF and as peoplecome and go household itemsarea always going for a song.This promises to be year-roundEVERY Sunday andconstantly expanding. Weencourage more vendors to joinand everyone to spread theword. One can get a massage,tech help, buy a compressor,fishing gear, garden furniture,soil, a silly hat or a loaf ofbread. We could expound butthe best way to find out aboutthis market is just drop in andsee what’s up, as it continuallychanges.You can come on our newly paved road or by boat along the lagoonand turn in at the Spectarte canal or even the old ferry landingwhich is but yards away. The Gallery in itself is a worthwhile visitand promotes Belizean Art and learning workshops. Across theroad is Green Parrot and Maya Breeze, Wendy now has Mangoes ,Jaguar Lanes has bowling and various bars and restaurants arewithin walking distance. So a lot can happen in Maya Beach on aSunday if you plan on an enjoyable outing.Spectarte Gallery 523 8019Placencia Humane SocietyApril Clinicwww. placencia-pets.orgWhenWhereHoursGeneralClinicSurgerySpays, NeutersTooth cleaningEtcHouseCallsDress CodeDonationsSaturday May 29thSunday May 30thPlacencia Community Center9am - 2pmAfternoons both daysNo appt necessaryMorning both day ~ by appt onlyCall Pat Rarrick @ 610-0522And don't forget!No food after midnight before surgery!!!Clinic weekends by appt onlyCall Pat Rarrick @ 610-0522Dogs on leashes with collarsCats in carriersEnthusiastically accepted!Donation boxes Placencia Tourism Center,Atlantic Bank, Lost Reef Resort, Wallen’sMarket, Tropic Air, & the PHS Clinic eachmonth

THE INN AT ROBERT’S GROVEThe Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 9Good TimesPlacencia’s Most Complete Luxury Resort________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _May—June 2010 Placencia, Belize www.robertsgrove.comWHALE SHARK SEASONDive Robert’s Grove5-STAR PADI DIVE CENTERDuring the months of April through June,southern Belize offers divers and snorkelersthe unique opportunity for spotting the largepelagic feeder known as the Whale Shark.When in a playful mood, these gentle andcurious creatures will hang around for longperiods of time. If you are planning a divetrip with whale sharks in mind, the best timeto do so during these months would bethree days before the full moon to threedays after the last quarter moon.PEAK DATES 2010April 25 - May 09May 24 - June 07June 23 - July 04In addition to Whale Shark Dive and Snorkelingtrips Robert's Grove 5-STAR PADIDIVE CENTER offers daily 2-tank reef divingand snorkeling and dive certificationcourses. Robert's Grove also offers theonly Nitrox (enriched air) dive program insouthern Belize.For additional information and reservationscall the Robert's Grove Dive Center at 523-3565.DOUBLE HONORS FROMFODOR'S BELIZE 2010(4TH EDITION)Robert's Grove is the only resort in Belize toreceive double honors from Fodor's Belize2010. For the fourth year in a row, The Innat Robert’s Grove has earned the coveted“Fodor’s Choice” and a star rating. And forthe first time, The Inn’s Seaside Restaurant,which as been given a separate listing , hasalso been found deserving of “Fodor’sChoice” as well as a star.In addition, The Inn at Robert’s Grove is thewinner of a 2010 TripAdvisor Traveler'sChoice Award for being one of the Top TenBest Family Hotels in Central & SouthAmerica. The Inn has also been selectedas one of the Top Ten Best Family Resortsin the Caribbean by familyvacationcritic.comNational Tourism Award"HOTEL OF THE YEAR"Awarded to Robert's GroveBy The Belize Tourist BoardJanuary, 2008LOBSTER LOVERSREJOICE!Lobster is Coming Back toRobert's GroveThe Seaside Restaurant at Robert's Grovesalutes the return of Lobster Season (June15—February 14), that eagerly awaitedtime of year, when our menu is filled withsucculent lobster dishes (starring ourpopular whole live Caribbean Lobster) --created with love by our talented chefFrank Da Silva.For reservations at Robert's Grove SeasideRestaurant call 523-3565.SATURDAY NIGHT ISBBQ NIGHT ATROBERT'S GROVESaturday Evenings the Inn’s ChefFrank Da Silva throws his legendary PoolsideBBQ Buffet that includes a vast arrayof seafood, fresh fish, barbecued ribs,chicken, beef and lamb, assorted salads,veggies galore, freshly baked breads anddesserts. Local entertainment enlivens theparty, while the Pool Bar cools thirstydancers with Tropical drinks. The festivitiesbegin at 7 pm. For reservations call523-3565Robert's Grove provides complimentary pickup and return forSeaside & Habanero dinner guests.CONGRATULATIONSARDITH YOUNG!!!"Outstanding Service Award"Magnum Belize Tours has presentedRobert's Grove reservations specialist ArdithYoung with their "2010 OutstandingService Award." In making the announcement,Kaleh Lehmann, Magnum'sTravel Specialist said "Ardie has providedMagnum Belize Tours agents with exemplaryservice for many years for which weare very grateful. Working with Ardie hadmade work fun. We can always hear thesmile in her voice when making reservations."Ardie can be reached at Robert'sGrove at ardie@robertsgrove.com, on ourToll Free number800-565-9757 and on direct dial 501-523-3565.— - A D V E R T I S E M E N T — -DAILY TOURSThe Inn at Robert's Grove operates all ofits own Reef and Rainforest tours and excursions.For the months of May and Junewe will be offering the following trips daily.For additional information and reservations,contact the front desk at 523-3565.♦ Diving/Snorkeling the Reef and Cayes♦♦♦♦♦♦♦Sport FishingMonkey RiverCockscomb Jaguar PreserveMaya Ruins (Lubaantun & Nim Li Punit)Maya Ruins (Lubaantun) & CaveSwimming (Blue Creek)Horseback RidingKayaking (South Stann Creek River)SWEPT AWAYTWO PRIVATELY OWNED ISLANDSFor Robert's Grove guests or other visitorsto Placencia who wish to enjoy a privateisland "swept away" experience while exploringBelize, The Inn at Robert'sGrove offers all-inclusive packages forovernight stays both at Robert'sCaye and its other privately owned island,Ranguana Caye.Habanero Mexican Café & BarCloses for Summer VacationJune 1 to November 1.Tel: (501) 523-3565Fax: (501) 523-3567Email: info@robertsgrove.comToll Free USA 1-800-565-9757www.robertsgrove.com

I Decided to VolunteerA Placencia Humane Society StoryBy: Bob ThomasI hadn't really done much ofanything for the HumaneSociety in over a year. It cameas a bit of a surprise when Iwas asked if I rememberedQuick Books well enough tohandle check out at themonthly clinic. I was sure witha little fresher course I'd beokay. I spent an hour or sowith Nancy Lewendowski andfelt pretty comfortable. I wasalso assured that Maryann Kaye would be there if Ifloundered. Well thanks to those two ladies, the biggest problemwas deciding what to have for lunch!I arrived at the clinic on Saturday morning and Dr Bennet wasalready set up and waiting for his first patient. It was a big maleferal cat from Maya Beach that had been trapped and housed byDebbie Coston until this scheduled surgery. There was no doubtthis big, bad boy had fathered many offspring in Maya Beach. Ilearned that after surgeryand a day of recovery, thiscat would be returned toMaya Beach andreleased. There he willresume his role asdominant male, butwithout the side effects ofmore feral kittens! In thisway, both the population ofthe feral colony iscontrolled and theferals can still control therodents and pests.I completely enjoyed my day at the clinic. From my vantage pointat checkout, I not only got to see all the pets and owners, but alsohow the other volunteers interacted with them. They providedenergy, enthusiasm, professionalism and care to everyone whowalked in the door. It certainly put everyone in a good mood bythe time they reached me, and for that I thank each of you.One of the days highlights arrived in a cardboard box. Snuggledinside were five of the cutest puppies. In moments there were outof the box and in the arms of the closest available person. I thinkevery puppy was passed around and held by everyone. I think weall enjoyed a puppy fix that day. I understand two of the puppiesfound homes while at the clinic!I understand an adoptable puppy was brought in on Sunday. It'sabout 5 months old, cute and very smart I'm told. Look forThe Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 10pictures on Face book in the near future. If you're looking for adog or cat to adopt or if you know of strays or unwanted puppies orkittens, please contact the Placencia Humane Society. PatRarrick at 610-0522, or Pam Thomasat 629-3599, or Shannon Romero600-2473I only worked on Saturday, but I doknow that I'll be doing it again. Ialso know that the Humane Societyneeds more volunteers! If you wantto give a little something back,either in time, talent, material ordonations, they need it all. If youhaven't experienced the HumaneSociety recently, give them a try as avolunteer. I think you'll besurprised!Special thanks to the volunteers who worked this clinic including;Juana Itch, Bob Thomas, Pam Thomas, MaryAnn Kaye, PatRarrick, Renza Hoban, Shannon Romero, Cat Harshberger, StellaMatthews, Dorcus from Riversdale and our new junior volunteer,Serina Kafka. Dr Floyd Bennet was the vet this month and he washosted by the Lost Reef Resort.Placencia Humane SocietyA voluntary community organization dedicated to animal care andprotection.Placencia-pets.orgDeveloping community-based monitoring systems:Continued from pg 5through a systematic framework/tool that considers:1.) Measurement of outcome-level changes in terms of communitylevelvulnerability and resilience to climate change.2.) Lesson-learning multiple levels (communities, local andnational governments and partners).3.) Systematic tracking of the progress of interventions andoutputs.Ultimately, the system will enable measuring of progress in termsof outcome-level changes (what has changed) and to understandthe processes of change involved (how and why change has or hasnot happened). Communities will be able to reflect on and analyzethe impacts and effectiveness of their work.Proposed dates for workshop:Belize: San Pedro (May 20 th , 2010) and Placencia (May 21 st , 2010)Honduras: Sandy Bay (May 25 th , 2010) and Punta Gorda (May27 th , 2010)More information will be forthcoming but we do lookforward to your participation!

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The Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 12A (PLAYFUL) WORK IN PROGRESSHave you seen the vibrant new fence at the Placencia Bazaar?Artists Boyarde Messenger (who designed and drew the project),Virginia Glessner and Annette Vernon (owner of Placencia Bazaar)at work on the fence.It has been a labour of love, and hopefully will be an inspiration toothers to have some fun, slap on some paint and brighten up ourVillage.Come by and have a look. Be sure to check out the original giftsand artwork behind this extraordinary fence at the PlacenciaBazaar! On the Main Road - right next door to Scotiabank. Open10am-1pm and 4pm-6pm Mon-Sat.Next month: A (PLAYFUL) WORK COMPLETED

The Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 13RENEWING YOUR MEMBER TO MEMBERDear BTIA Members:One of the benefits your BTIA inner circle extends to members is themember to member benefits. This is facilitated through your kindparticipation and your willingness to foster closer business ties with yourfellow industry operators.BTIA invites you to be a part of our Membership Benefits Program byoffering special privileges to other BTIA members. This is a mutuallyrewarding program as you too can benefit by exercising your privileges atother participating businesses.Kindly fill in the details below and email the completed forms tomembership@btia.org, fax to 227-8710, or drop it off at the PlacenciaTourism Center. We want to expedite this process of updating the programand hereby ask you to provide your responses as soon as possible.Thank you in advance for your support. Should you have any questions, feelfree to contact us directly at telephone 227-1144.Thank you,Your BTIA TeamName of Business/Member: ______________________________________Description of Benefit: ___________________________________________Authorized by: _________________________________________________Date: ____________________MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS 2010BELIZE∙ Aubisque Catamaran Charters: 15% discount∙ Mayan Jade Gallery (Mayan Jade Museum): 15% discount on creditcard purchases & 20% discount on cash purchases∙ Chamberlain Consulting: 25% discount on consultancies andtrainingCOROZAL• Hotel Maya: 15% discount on accommodationDANGRIGA• Seaclift Bed & Breakfast: 25% discount∙ Blue Marlin Lodge: 15% discountOUTER ISLAND AND ATOLLS• Whipray Caye Lodge: 50% off regular price July 1‐ September 30,based on available spacePLACENCIA∙∙Placencia Tourism Center: Up to 25% off on advertisingPlatinum Designs of Hannah Cowell: 15% discount if memberidentifies BTIA membership at first consultation (March 30‐October 30, 2010)∙ Splash Dive Shop: 50% Scuba diving and snorkelingtrips / restrictions apply∙ One World Rentals: 20% Discount∙ Blue Crab Beach Resort: 50% off regular winter room rates∙ Miller’s Landing Resort: 20% off room rates∙ Lola’s Art: 20% discount on all paintings on canvas∙ The Secret Garden Day Spa/ Lee Nyhus: 50% discount on massages∙ Toucan Lulu Guest House: 15% discount on Cabañas #1,2,3,5,6∙ Easy Living Apartments: 50% discount (depends on availability).Does not apply during peak season. Need to provide updated card.∙ Belize Tradewinds Cruise Club Ltd: 50% discount on rooms (subjectto availability)∙ Sunova Beach Gift Shop: 15% Discount to BTIA Members (mustpresent card)∙ Placencia Tennis: 20% discount on all cash Pro Shop purchasesCAYO & SAN IGNACIO• The Orange Gallery/Caesar’s Gift Shop & Guest House: 15% CashDiscount at any of our Orange Galleries

ROAD LANDSCAPE COMMITTEE SEEKSTO BUILD ON SUCCESSWorking off the success of its beautification ofthe Seine Bight football field the PeninsulaRoad Landscape Project (PRLP) is lookingforward to expanding its efforts. The four personcommittee, working under the auspices of thePlacencia chapter of Belize Tourism IndustryAssociation, completed its pilot project in SeineBight last month and the response has been overwhelminglypositive.“In putting up a series of wooden barriers between the field andthe road we were serving many purposes”, says committee chairStewart Krohn. “As afence it keeps the ballsfrom going on the roadand causing a possibletraffic accident. Byhaving flowersgrowing up thewooden slats it adds alarge measure ofbeauty to the area andwill complement thenew communitycenter.”The project was agroup effort with Steve Christensen doing the woodwork, Krohnsupplying the palmettos, Hannah Cowell contributing the designand Sara Robinson handling the planting.. Funding for materialsand labor was provided by the members themselves and thebusinesses they represent, namely Caribbean Cabinet andFurniture, Platinum Designs, Viva Verde Nursery and Cocoplum.But to enlarge the project that finance base will have to grow. “Weare looking at a number of strategies to carry out our master plan,”says Cowell, “both for the initial planting as well as regularmaintenance.” Those plans include nothing less than thelandscaping of the entire Placencia Road from the Point toRiversdale…and while that may seem a tall order in a time ofeconomic austerity the committee remains optimistic. “We do notexpect to do everything overnight,” says Krohn. “Just as plants andtrees take time to grow so will this project. But just looking atSeine Bight you can already see a lot of progress. The road givesthe village a better look, as does the football field, the schoolplayground. Each success brings more success.” And that spirit isevidenced by the quick work of the new Seine Bight village councilwhich has already organized a community cleanup and providedfor the painting of a number of houses. Individual residents arealso fixing up their properties as are developers embarking on newprojects on the north side of the village.The committee will be cooperating with the Seine Bight council ona redevelopment plan for the old water tank area of the village andthe next step will be the landscaping of the section of road fromthe air strip heading north to Cocoplum.Continued on pg 19Btia Member to Member Benefits continued∙ Black Rock Lodge: 50% discount on accommodation, 20% discounton food & drinks, activities & tours. NO DISCOUNTS apply for peakseason Dec 18, 2010‐Jan 2, 2011• Viaventure: Discounts on land transfers. Please inquire for details• Adventures in Belize: 50% OFF rooms / tours / mealsSAN PEDRO• Belizean Shores Resort: 50% off published room rates• Coco Beach Resort: 50% off published room rates• Portofino Beach Resort: 50% off accommodation and 15% of foodat Portofino RestaurantTOLEDO• Tranquility Lodge: 50% discount on bed and breakfast• American Crocodile Education Sanctuary (ACES): 10% discount onaccommodations at ACES “Croc‐Cabañas” and 50% discount forACES’s “Crocodile Experience”, a 2 hr educational visit with aBiologist including a jungle walk to possibly see qild HowlerMonkeys and up‐close, personal viewing of rescued crocodilesThe Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 14Spotlight on Placencia’s BTIA Member–Danube Austrian RestaurantDANUBE’s owners are Herbert and Simone, both from Austria.We moved to Belize inMarch 2008 and builtour restaurant in oneof the most picturesqueplaces in the world -BELIZE. We havetraveled around theworld and haveexperienced manycountries and culturesbut fulfilled ourdreams by settlinghere in Belize: acountry which isrelaxing and full ofspirit! We were oftenasked why we have chosen Belize to open our restaurant… 1. it isabsolute beautiful 2. it is English speaking 3. it is political stableand safe 4. owning property and a business is not a problem forforeigners and to meet rules and regulations is easy as those arepretty straight forward. During a vacation in Belize we wanted tocheck out the opportunity and fell in love with the PlacenciaPeninsula. Then everything went quick, we bought the property,designed the building and left Placencia, to return half a yearlater, to complete our project.We chose DANUBE [‘ dænju:b] as the name of our restaurant as itis the name of the largest river in Europe. The RIVER DANUBEwhich flows through the heart of Europe acts as a connecting hubfor the many cultures, and Belize like Europe is also a melting potof many different cultures with influences from the ancient Mayasto the Garifunas, to today's vibrant Belize.DANUBE opened its doors onOctober 8th 2008 after aboutone year of construction in itsown building South of SeineBight. We offer first andforemost Austrian but alsoCentral European Cuisine.Austria boasts one of theworld’s most famous culinarytraditions. A diverse yetdelectably harmonious rangeof dishes reflects the mix ofnationalities and foodcultures through thecenturies. Amongst ourspecialties are VienneseSchnitzel, Goulash, MeatDumplings, home-madesausages as well as Meat andCheese Fondue. Austrianslike to eat well, and whatthey like to eat best is dessert. That’s why we offer a large varietyof delicious desserts – Sweet Dumplings filled e.g. with Chocolate,Rasberries or Plums as well as Sachertorte and Apple Strudel, justto name a few.The team behind DANUBE is very small. Herbert is the chef andSimone takes care of all what our guests need. This is probably oneof our secrets: personal service and high quality as well as aninviting ambience. We tried to bring Old World style and BelizeanBeauty together. The beautiful garden is looked after by Lucianowho’s knowledge of plants is amazing. Eating at DANUBE meansmore than just having a meal. After dinner there is no need torush, instead you can enjoy a nice glass of wine as back in Austria,where you spend sometimes the whole evening with your friendssitting and chatting and enjoying life.Every now and then the daily routine leaves some time to enjoythe beauty of Placencia while diving, kayaking or just relaxing onthe beach – also one of the reasons being here.www.danubebelize.com

By Deborah VernonWhen I arrived in Placencia nearly 19years ago, there was one main grocerystore and a hand full of walk-up shopswith a few canned items, sugar, flour,the basics. One of the first things Ilearned (besides not to sit under a palmtree with coconuts) was that onSundays, the new stock arrives at ourone and only grocery store and youbetter be there first thing or you won’tget any.Way Back When - Market DayOn Sunday mornings there was nosleeping in. You got up early in orderto get down to the market and pickyour number. About an hour before opening, numbers written oncardboard were hung outside the door. These numbers were theorder in which you would be served. You wanted to get a number,preferably before 10, because otherwise you would be waiting forhours. And to get a number before 10, you had to get there anhour early, so you still waited for a bit.Everyone gathered outside until the market opened and ournumber was called. Seems that most people would go to the shopon Sundays, so while we waited to be served we chatted. It was agreat time to catch up with people and hear about happenings inthe village. I can remember going to a house nearby for coffeeonce or twice.Way back when, Wallens Market was a small, dark woodenbuilding with a long counter at one end, a vegetable bin in thecenter and the cash register by the door. All of the items were inthe stock room. When you arrived at the market you brought yourlist and handed it to one of the women behind the counter. Theywent to the store room, picked out what they could find on the listand that was that. No browsing the aisles. No impulse purchases.No choice of brand. You had your canned margarine, Dutchcheese, milk powder, chicken, rice, beans. As a matter of fact, Ibelieve most of the items sold in the store were on a shelf thatlined the back wall. The only thing we did get to choose was thevegetables from the bin. Our choices were limited to primarilycarrots, cabbage, onions and potatoes. You didn’t really expect tofind much, but they had what you needed.You may be wondering why we all rushed in for this? Well,Sunday was the only day fresh produce arrived in the village. Dueto the tropical temperatures, fruits and vegetables don’t last long,so you wanted to buy on day one or you would be left with a fewsoggy carrots and rotten potatoes. You also wanted to get in earlybefore they ran out of something really special like apples orgrapes, which came in around December.The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 15were. What else did you have to doon a Sunday?One of the things I love aboutPlacencia is the slower pace of life. Irealize that while our lives here areslower than most, that pace isgradually increasing. If we go to themarket and have to wait more than5 minutes in line we get impatient.People are driving too fast, whenbefore, we all walked slowly to ourdestination. We are frustratedwhen our e-mail goes down for halfa day, when before it took ourletters close to a month to get fromplace to place.Progress is great. I’m the first to admit that having multiplemarkets, a paved road and e-mail certainly make life easier.Maybe every once in a while, though, we all need to be reminded ofwhat life was like in Placencia 15 -20 years ago. Next time youcan’t find something at the market think back to the days whenthat item wasn’t even available. Remember back to the days wheneverything was expected to take time, no one hurried and no onestressed over the fact.The more we have, the more expectations we have. If you expectnothing, you are pleasantly surprised when something doeshappen. Once you have expectations, you open yourself up todisappointment.I think that’s why a simple life appeals to many people and why, inturn, Placencia appeals to so many. We can all achieve the bliss ofa simple life by lowering expectations and learning to go with theflow, which here we call “Belize time.”Times have certainly changed. Wallens went upscale with aislesand air conditioning. It may sound crazy, but the day Wallens putin 2 shelves and an aisle was very exciting to us shoppers! You canimagine after years of just handing over a list, to be able to browsethe shelves and pick and choose....wow.We now have 5 markets in Placencia alone. We can find things wenever had in Placencia before. Yogurt, fresh milk, cream cheese,butter that isn’t canned. I can remember when each of theseitems showed up on the shelves and how exciting it was.Our produce selection has blossomed into multiple trucks bringingin fresh goods almost daily. It’s not often you hear one say “I can’tfind carrots.” We now get apples and grapes year round. Exoticfruits like kiwi and strawberries come in frequently. Lettuce! Weget lettuce!Even today, I still have the habit of shopping “when the truckcomes in” on Saturday afternoons. The markets are still a greatplace to catch up with people even if there isn’t much time forsocializing.It seems our lives are busier now. Who could imagine going to theshop to get one bag of groceries and waiting 2 hours or so to do it?Back then, it didn’t seem like a chore. That’s just the way things

The Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 16Placencia Peninsula MapsFrom North of Placencia Airstrip to The PlantationFrom Placencia Water Tower to AirstripD’eclipse Entertainment ClubPlatinum DesignsLost ReefResortBeachfront SuitesTropic Air Maya Island AirThe Placencia Hotel &ResidencesTraveling north to MayaBeach will take you to thePlantation areaapproximately 2.5 milesPlacencia TennisPlacencia TennisAvadon DiversRFG Insurance AgentThe Placencia RoadOcean’s EdgeMaya Beach HotelGreen Parrot Beach HousesJoyce & Frank’s Bed & BreakfastMango’sAh-Barnacle Bill’s Beach BungalowsSinging Sands InnMaya Playa ResortPlease note thedistance betweenBlue Crab andMaya Playa Resortis approximately 3milesSeaview PropertiesChabil Mar VillasFalse CayeCocoplum Resort CommunityThe Villas atCocoplumDid You Know?!The Placencia Tourism Centeris more than just an information center?Casa At LastPalmtreeDesignsLola’s ArtDanube, AustrianRestuarantThe Maine StayCordy’s Beach CottageBlue Crab BeachNautical InnBahia Laguna Beach SuitesSeine Bight VillageCaribbean Cabinets & FurnitureThe Inn at Robert's GroveLaru Beya VillasThe PTC has a large supply of• maps of Belize• animal identification guides• postcards• mail drop to leave your cards• stamps and morePlacencia AirstripMiller’s LandingPlaya de Piratas PropertiesSeakungaWild Orchid PropertiesAll to help make your visit toPlacencia perfect! Stop by thePlacencia Tourism Center to checkit out!Barefoot Rentals

The Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 17Placencia BTIA MembersPlacencia Tourism Center – Phone: 523-4045 - Email: placencia@btl.net & tourism@placencia.comWebsite: www.placencia.com or www.placenciabreeze.comBUSINESS NAME MAP # EMAIL PHONE CELL or FAX CONTACT PERSONAh-Kinchil chillin@ah-kinchil.com 523-8017 Kevin Madore & Maya KrammerArtful Dodger Sail & Canvas wininbelize@yahoo.com 523-3625 Wini Mertens & Steve LobbanAtherly, Don & Lindsay vanlindsay@comcast.net 610-3843 Don & Lindsay AtherlyAqua Oasis colibrihouse@gmail.com 605-0586 Stefano RagagninAvadon Divers Ltd info@avadondiversbelize.com 503-3377 Anne-Marie & Phillip McNeilBachmann-Fairs, Brigitte ridgwood@telusplanet.net 523-3248 Brigitte Bachmann-FairsBahia Laguna Beach Suites bahialaguna@mail.com 523-4091 Doug & Madalon RichardsonBarefoot Beach Bar barefootbeachbar@gmail.com 523-3515 Cassie & Brice DialBarefoot Rentals (Auto) info@barefootrentalsbelize.com 523-3438 610-3214 Megs YearwoodBarnacle Bill’s Beach Bungalows taylors@btl.net 523-8010 602-7768 Bill & Adriane TaylorBayshore Ltd. jwildman@lincsat.com 523-8019 Jenny WildmanBeachfront Suites beachfrontinbelize@gmail.com 606-1521 Maricia & Robert McMahonBelize Trips info@belize-trips.com 610-1923 Katie ValkBelize Ultralight Flying Adventures firstbufa@hotmail.com 523-3279 6002342 Tito RovedaBelize Sailing Charters info@belize-sailing-charters.com 523-3138 Rob & Kim McDaniel & Tonya WakefieldBelize Tradewinds Cruise Club belize@tradewindscruiseclub.com 523-3303 Melissa ReaBlue Crab Beach Resort sales@bluecrabbeach.com 523-3544 523-3543 Kerry Goss & Linn WilsonBlue Garden House cosal@tamusafaris.com 207-326-9171 Costas & Sally ChristBlue Lagoon Apartments info@bluelagoonplacencia.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique McKenzieBrady, Alice trtrrtrt@aol.com 625-0673 Alice BradyBrown, Felisha felnbz18@hotmail.com 602-9300 Felisha BrownCaballero, Alexis & Lloydia clloydia@yahoo.com 523-4038 Alexis & Lloydia CaballeroCapeling, Ralph r_capeling@yahoo.ca 610-1278 Ralph CapelingCaptain Jak’s Cabanas theluckyerin22@yahoo.com 523-3561 622-7104 Erin IvyCaribbean Travel & Tours info@ctbelize.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique & Lance McKenzieCarpenter, Nick & Kim bananavida@gmail.com 520-3021 Nick & Kim CarpenterCaribbean Cabinet & Furniture ccf@btl.net 523-3555 610-1399 Steve Christensen & Maretha McCullockCarol’s Cabana permit@btl.net 523-3132 609-5073 Egbert CabralCasa At Last casa-at-last@xplornet.com 523-3630 Dewey HarshbargerCasa BeyaCasa Del Sol info@casadelsolbelize.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique McKenzieCasa Placencia casaplacencia@live.com 503-3143 669-4842 Jacki TiptonCeleste, Donna bodie1949@yahoo.com Donna CelesteCentury21 BTAL brinehart@centurty21belize.com 670-2034 Bradley RinehartChabil Mar Villas information@chabilmarvillas.com 523-3606 523-3611 Synescio CohCoconut Cottage kwplacencia@yahoo.com 523-3234 609-4267 Kay WestbyCocoplum stewart@cocoplumbelize.net 610-1009 Stewart KrohnCohen, Howard & Karen howard.cohen@sunnybrook.ca 622-6695 Howard Cohen & Karen Kotansky-CohenColibri House colibrihouse@gmail.com 605-0586 Stefano Ragagnin & Nicoletta SalaCordy’s Beach Cottage cfgringo@hotmail.com 523-3341 627-3150 Cordelia FordCoston, Debbie 523-8001 Debbie CostonCotton, Lynn & Les lynncotton@mac.com 604-4088 Lynn CottonCozy Corner Restaurant & Hotel cozycorner@btl.net 523-3280 Gilbert GarbuttDanube Austrian Restaurant restaurant@danubebelize.com 610-0132 Herbert Kollmann & Simone GareisD'eclipse Entertainment Club fiona_andria@yahoo.com 523-3288 Andria VillanuevaDecked Out House lcburrow@btl.net 503-3017 624-8637 Linda BurrowsDenyse’s Originals denyserosa@hotmail.com 523-3086 Denyse RosaDestinations Belize mtoy@destinationsbelize.com 523-4018 610-4718 Mary ToyDial, Elysia elysiadial@gmail.com Elysia DialDial, Mary Ann madialinbze@yahoo.com 523-3209 Mary Ann DialDianni’s Guest House diannis@btl.net 523-3159 609-5124 Ruth Turner/Dean CabralEasy Living Apartments booking@easyliving.bz 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique MckenzieEloise Travel Lodge 523-3299 Sonia LeslieEvan’s Place evansplace@btl.net 523-3127 Evan BullFeijer, Egbert egbert@belizemail.net 627-1020 Egbert FeijerFinca info@ctbelize.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique McKenzieFrench Connection mail@frenchconnection.bz 523-3656 Marcus Perigo & Anna DahlbergFrench Louie Caye fox@kittysplace.com 523-3228 Randolph VillanuevaFrisky Frog Fast Food Fix garyg5@gmail.com 670-0108 Gary GeierGarden Cabanas info@gardencabanas.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronque McKenzieGalipeau, Cheryl chgalipeau@yahoo.com 523-3329 Cheryl GalipeauGentile, Franco & Mariuccia Levoni gentilegigante@yahoo.com 523-3624 605-1648 Franco Gentile & Mariuccia LevoniGeorge Cowdrey’s Guesthouse gcgeorge@rcn.com Jean ReedGreen Parrot Beach Houses greenparrot@mail.com 523-2488 David Allardice & Leo RamirezGrill N Go 523-4079 Dawn PollardGuild & Guild Consulting guildandguild@hotmail.com 523-3251 523-3291 Yvette GuildHarry’s Cozy Cabanas harbaks@yahoo.com 523-3234 523-3155 Harry EileyHeaven’s Gate Beach Bungalow info@seasprayhotel.com 523-3148 Jodie LeslieHess, Tina 523-3344 Tina HessJAG Auto Rental & Property Management jeangabebze@yahoo.com 523-3074 Eugenie Adderly GabourelJoy Tours joytour@btl.net 523-3325 Hubert & Karen YoungJoyce and Frank’s Beach House h2odanzer@aol.com 561-683-3899 561-683-3899 Joyce DanzJulia’s Room juliasrooms@juliasrooms.com 503-3478 523-3225 Julia LeslieKeck, Pamela & Karl kkeck11@yahoo.com 520-4057 Pamela & Karl KeckKingfisher Adventures info@tarponcayelodge.com 523-3323 523-3322 Charles LeslieLa Chapelle Suites lachapellesuites@yahoo.com 523-3777 523-3477 Mark MondierLa Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant ladolcevitaplacencia@hotmail.com 523-3115 604-1089 Simone De AngelisLaru Beya Villas info@larubeya.com 523-3476 523-3483 Ian McFieldLinarez, Cindy & Francisco tweety@btl.net Cindy & Francisco LinarezLola’s Art lolasart@btl.net 523-3342 601-1913 Lola DelgadoLong, Carolyn carolyn @maginc.org 610-2946 Carolyn LongLost Reef Resort lostreef@xplornet.com 606-7262 Lisa D’AmoreLydia’s Guest House lydias@btl.net 523-3117 523-3354 Lydia VillanuevaManatee Inn manateeinn@btl.net 523-4083 Slavek MachackaMangos stevebauer55@hotmail.com 523 8111 600 2040 Steve Bauer & Annemarie GlanzmannMaya Beach Hotel info@mayabeachhotel.com 520-8040 520-8040 Ellen & John LeeMaya Dream Beach House mayadreambelize@yahoo.com 523-3148 Jodie Leslie & Wanda & Roger SnellMaya Lodge maya-lodge@hotmail.com 605-0586 Stefano Ragagnin & Lou McLeodMaya Playa Resort mayaplaya@btl.net 523-8121 Chuck MearesMichelo Flats harbour21@gmail.com 523-3519 626-2518 Michel ArdoullieMiller’s Landing millersplacencia@yahoo.com 523-3010 523-3011 Gary & Ann Miller

Placencia BTIA Members cont.The Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 20Miramar Apartments info@miramarbelize.com 523-3658/3117 503-3095 Ilsa VillanuevaMirasol Villa info@mirasolbelize.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique McKenzieMnM Hardware Placencia duncker@btl.net 523-3517 523-3537 Dora DunckerMoorings Belize Ltd. mooringsbelize@btl.net 523-3351 523-3206 Renee BrownMosquito Coast Trading Co. Ltd. 523-8141 610-1441 Ray TwanowMuzamanzie Photographs muzamanzie@gmail.com 523-3563 Ed & Marion CarrNautical Inn nautical@btl.net 523-3595 523-3594 Sandy JohnsonOcean’s Edge oceansedge@vl.videotron.ca 514-606-5582 514-697-9435 Francine MartelOcean Motion Guide Service oceanmotion@btl.net 523-3363 523-3484 Bernard Leslie or Lavern ParhamOne World Rental oneworldplacencia@yahoo.com 523-3618 620-9975 Claudia HardeggerPalmetto Bay Resort carltonwatson@shaw.ca 671-4613 Carlton WatsonPalmetto Retreat info@ctbelize.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique McKenziePalmtree Designs muzamanzie@btl.net 523-3563 603-5143 Marion CarrParadise Vacation Hotel pvh@btl.net 523-3179 523-3256 Alan & Deloris StammPeninsula Citizens for Sustainable Development info@saveourpeninsula.org 610-4718 Mary ToyPeninsula TowingBill & Lisa HardingPickled Parrot Cabanas pickledparrotbz@yahoo.com 624-2651 Wende Bryan/Denise WilliamsPhilbin, Kevin & Tammy postmaster@santacruzpetresort.com 625-0724 Kevin & Tammy PhilbinPlacencia Bazaar beachbazaar@yahoo.com 523-4309 Annette & Sonny VernonPlacencia Humane Society maryann.inbz@yahoo.com Pam Keck- PresidentPlacencia Pointe Townhomes placencia_pointe@comcaste.net 719-282-3258 719-488-1628 Ed McBride & Carol MilnesPlacencia Tennis bobbelize21@gmail.com 626-4015 Bob & Lida RodgersPlacencia Yacht Club potoker@gmail.com 970-209-7251 Michael PotokerPlatinum Designs hannah@sbplatinum.com 610-0327 Hannah CowellPlaya de Piratas Properties playadepiratas@hotmail.com 523-3180 610-2428 Ron ShiversProperty Pro Belize info@propertyprobelize.com 523-3292 623-5122 Frank GaglianoRanguana Lodge ranguana@btl.net 523-3112 523-3112 Joy LeslieRFG Insurance Agent insurance@kittysplace.com 523-3636 523-3428 Kitty FoxRumfish y vino rumfish@btl.net 523-3293 666-6934 Pamela & John SolomonSeahorse Dive Shop seahorse@btl.net 523-3166 523-3166 Brian & Ardie YoungSeakunga Ltd. info@seakunga.com 523-3644 Ajinder Garcha & Bernard BurgosSeaspray Hotel info@seasprayhotel.com 523-3148 615-2925 Jodie & Norman LeslieSea View Properties dewb@uniserve.com 604-5099 Diane BulmanSecret Garden Day Spa lee@secretgardenplacencia.com 523-3420 609-3104 Lee NyhusSecret Garden Restaurant parkerin@hotmail.com 523-3617 Erin ParkerSilver Leaf yoliebrown@hotmail.com 970-944-2550 970-944-0552 William & Jolanda Brown, Stefano/agentSinging Sands Inn info@singingsands.com 523-8017 520-8022 Jean-Marc TasseSiripohn Thai Massage jenjira01@yahoo.com 620-8718 600-0375 Siriporn ThakhamSmith, Stan & Mary stanmary@btl.net 523-4306 Stan & Mary SmithSouth Environmental Association fonbelize@yahoo.com 523-3377 Shannon RomeroSouth Water Resort swr@btl.net 523-3308 523-3208 Alvin & Marie CabralSunset Pointe Condos ewinche713@aol.com 523-3314 Eric & Janis WinchesterSpectarte Gallery spectarte@gmail.com 523-8019 Jenny WildmanSplash Dive Shop patricia@splashbelize.com 523-3058 620-6649 Patricia RamirezStann Creek Auto Rental powerscandy@hotmail.com 523-3284 662-6711 Candy PowerStepping Stones Resort info@steppingstonesbelize.com 674-3474 Chris & Sue HarrisSunova Beach Gift Shop zabeyles@btl.net 523-4060 523-3264 Gillian ZabanehTaylor, Winston wftaylorii@yahoo.com 623 7971 Winston TaylorThe Arches mrisk@trecinc.net 479-841-7970 605-0586 Mark Risk & Stefano RagagninThe Flamboyant flamboyantplacencia@gmail.com 628-1143 Angie MarkhamThe Inn at Robert’s Grove info@robertsgrove.com 523-3565 Bob & Risa Frackman; Elena CuellarThe Joint Boutique bricedial@yahoo.com 523-3712 Brice Dial & Carlen HultgrenThe Maine Stay drewtravers@gmail.com 523-3507 Drew TraversThe North Beach debanddave@btl.net 523-3207 Deborah & Dave VernonThe Placencia Hotel & Residences info@theplacencia.com 520-4110 520-4112 Marco CarusoThe Shak Beach Café theshakbelize@yahoo.com 622-1686 Magda MoralesThe Villas at Cocoplum BMannsfeld@yahoo.com 610-0294 628-6447 Boris Mannsfield or Erin IvyThe Yellow House info@ctbelize.com 523-3481 523-4028 Veronique McKenzieThree Iguanas Villa colibrihouse@gmail.com 605-0586 Stefano Ragagnin & Joe StarkTipsy Tuna tipsytuna@hotmail.com Salva ZabanehToucan Lulu reservations@toucanlulu.com 628-8474 Paul FanningTony’s Gym tony@belizefit.com 665-6685 631-7427 Tony & Casey PinderTrade Winds trdewndpla@btl.net 523-3122 Janice LeslieTraveler’s Inn 523-3190 609-7344 Lucille VillanuevaTrip N Travel lgodfrey@btl.net 523-3205/3614 523-3205 Laura Godfrey & Fiona MacfarlaneTuttifrutti Ice Cream Parlor tizy.lory@virgilio.it Tiziana Del ColVillage Inn info@thevillageinnbelize.com 523-3217 Jacob PerezWendy’s Creole Restaurant & Bar wendylemus02@hotmail.com 523-3335 Wendy LemusWeller, Jim & Cindy jimandcindy@wellerbelize.com 523-3599 623-3286 Jim & Cindy WellerWerlwas, Robert robert_werlwas@yahoo.com 523-3040 Robert WerlwasWestwind Hotel westwind.hotel@gmail.com 523-3255 523-4016 George & Lisa WestbyWhipray Caye Lodge whipraycaye@yahoo.com 608-8130 610-1068 Julian & Beverly CabralWhite Sand Villa jeangabebze@yahoo.com 604-7471 Jeanie GabourelWild Orchid Properties aline@wildorchidproperties.com 670-3665 Aline HabibYellow Bella yellowbella@alice.it 605-0586 Stefano RagagninYoli’s BarYolanda TrethewayYount, Doran & Kim takunchances@yahoo.com 670-4130 Doran & Kim YountZ-Touch Day Spa yselazab@hotmail.com 523-3513 Ysela ZabanehBecome a member of the most active and fastestgrowing BTIA chapter in Belize!!!!!Stop by the Placencia Tourism CenterToday to find out how....

The Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 18Artful Dodger Sail & Canvas 92-A2Aqua Oasis 87-E2Avadon Divers Ltd 46-D3Banana Tree House 35-B3Barefoot Beach Bar 38-D3Belize Sailing Charters 99-C4Belize Tradewinds Cruise Club 98-A2Blue Garden House 88-E2Blue Lagoon Apartments 80-D3Captain Jak’s Cabanas 52-D2Caribbean Travel & Tours 43-C3Carol’s Cabana 53-C3Casa Del Sol 76-F3Casa Placencia 81-F2Century21 BTAL 93-B4Coconut Cottage 54-D4Colibri House 55-E3Cozy Corner 36-D3Denyse’s Originals 94-D3Destinations Belize 42-C4Dianni’s Guest House 56-B3Easy Living Apartments 57-C4Eloise Travel Lodge 58-C3Evan’s Place 59-D3French Connection 41-D5French Louie Caye 33-D3Garden Cabanas 60-B3George Cowdrey’s Guesthouse 89-E3Grill & Go 17-C3Guild & Guild 10-F2Harry’s Cozy Cabanas 61-B3Jewel of Placencia 27-C4Joy Tours 44-C3Julia’s Room 62-E3Kingfisher Adventures 45-E3La Chapelle Suites 63-C4La Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant 25-C3Lydia’s Guest House 64-E3Manatee Inn 65-F3Maya Lodge 66-E2Michelo Flats 67-F2Miramar Apartments 68-E3Mirasol Villa 69-C4MnM Hardware Placencia 96-D3Moorings Belize Ltd. 97-B3Ocean Motion Guide Service 47 C4Placencia: Home of the “Barefoot Perfect” Beaches

The Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 19Moorings Belize Ltd. 97-B3Ocean Motion Guide Service 47-C4One World Rental 70-C4Paradise Vacation Hotel 71-B3Pickled Parrot Cabanas 26-C3Placencia Bazaar 7-D3Placencia Pointe Townhomes 50-A1Placencia Village Square 43-C3Placencia Yacht Club 34-A5Property Pro Belize 43-C3Ranguana Lodge 30-E3Rumfish y vino 43-C3Seahorse Dive Shop 48-D4Seaspray Hotel 79-E3Secret Garden Day Spa 4-C3Secret Garden Restaurant 24-C3Silver Leaf 86- E2Siripohn Thai Massage 43-C3South Environmental Association 95-D3South Water Resort 72-B3Sunset Pointe Condos 40-A1Splash Dive Shop 49-C4Sunova Beach Gift Shop 5-E3The Arches 85-E2The Flamboyant 28-C4The Joint Boutique 9-C3The North Beach 73-E3The Shak Beach Café 16-C4The Yellow House 8-D3The Village Inn 31-F3Three Iguanas Villa 90-E2Tipsy Tuna Sports Bar 39-E3Toadal Adventures 37-D3Toucan Lulu 75-F3Trade Winds 91-C5Traveler’s Inn 83-C3Trip N Travel 51-C4Tuttifrutti Ice Cream Parlor 43-C3Village Inn 31-F4Wendy’s Creole Restaurant & Bar 15-C4Westwind Hotel 78-D4Whipray Caye Lodge 32-E5White Sand Villa 82-C3Yellow Bella 29-F2Yoli’s 21-B3Z-Touch Day Spa 6-D3BankLEGENDGrocery StoreFuelPlacencia Health Center C3-1Placencia Police D3-2Placencia Tourism Center - Where can you find us online?www.placencia.comThe Official Website of the Placencia BTIAwww.placenciabreeze.comThe online version of the Placencia BTIA’smonthly newspaperJust searchPlacencia Tourism Center &Placencia LobsterfestFollow us:PTCBelize

The Placencia Breeze – May 2010- Page 21Belize is promoted to the trade inGuatemalan CityThe Belize Tourism Board partnered with Maya Regional to host abreakfast presentation to over one hundred wholesalers and travelagents inGuatemala City onTuesday, April28 th , 2010.At the invitation ofMaya Regional, theBTB had anopportunity tofurther promoteBelize as a premierv a c a t i o ndestination of choice to our regional neighbors. This breakfastpresentation allowed the agents and wholesalers an opportunity tosee and learn more of Belize’s diversity in its product offeringwhich they would then be able to share with their clients lookingfor a nearby destination to dive, go cave-tubing and explore ourMaya Temples. It also allowed them first hand to ask questions onBelize and to establish a public sector point of contact for futureenquiries for them to do business in Belize. Maya Island Regionalshowcased their product offering to these agents whom they haveidentified as their working partners to grow business opportunitiesin Belize. Representing the BTB were Board member Mr. GasparGuerrero and Marketing Officer Lorena Martinez.These captive presentations allow Belize to further grow itsemerging markets in Central America and develop soundrelationships with local central American operators in growingfuture European visits through the Central American gateway .For more information on events taking place in Belize’s tourismindustry, please contact the Marketing Department at the BelizeTourism Board at 227-2420, via email: info@travelbelize.org orvisit our website www.belizetourism.org.ROAD LANDSCAPE COMMITTEE SEEKS TO BUILDON SUCCESS Continued from pg 14BTIA chapter manager Elysia Dial calls for all members in thisarea to consider what they can offer in terms of monetarydonation, labor, plants and any other resources to help thiscommitteecontinue the workthat that willultimately makethe Peninsulamore pleasant forresidents and amore attractivedestination forvisitors.Sponsorshipopportunities toown sections ofthe upkeep and maintenance of the road will be available soon soregister your interest now.Contact Hannah at 610-0327, Stewart at 610-1009, Steve at 610-1399 or Sarah at 624-5430… or just stop them in the street if youcan offer any support.The Tooth Fairy is Coming to Placencia!Early June will see another first for thepeninsula with the opening of the Tooth Fairy DentalClinic. Located in the Scotiabank building, just nextto the SEA office, the clinic is presided over by Dr.Dalila Vanzie. A graduate of the UniversidadAutonoma Metroplitana – Xochimilco in Mexico City, Dr. Vanziehas been practicing dentistry for over 10 years. She has beenworking with the Ministry of Health for the last 8 years at theSouthern Regional Hospital, and has been simultaneouslypracticing privately for the last 4 years.So what can the good doctor do for you? Tooth FairyDental Clinic will be offering an array of services, includingstandard procedures such as cleanings, fillings, partial denturesand extractions, to more complex procedures like deep scalingperiodontal treatments, crowns, fixed bridges, and completedentures. Minor surgeries, such as wisdom tooth extractions, andthe removal of embedded roots, are performed too. Also offered areaesthetic procedures such as whitening, bonding, and theplacement of veneers.Many of Dr. Vanzie’s patients already come fromPlacencia, and she is happy to make it easier for them to see her.She looks forward to serving the peninsula and surroundingcommunities. Tooth Fairy Dental Clinic operates by appointmentonly! Please call 502-0736 to schedule a visit with Dr. Vanzie.Placencia BreezeAdvertising RatesAd Size Non Member BTIA Member Non Member BTIA MemberMonthly Monthly Quarterly QuarterlyFull Page $395.00 $297.00 $1125.75 $810.001/2 Page $238.00 $178.00 $678.50 $486.001/4 Page $119.00 $89.00 $339.00 $243.001/8 Page $79.00 $60.00 $225.50 $164.00Line Ads $18.50 $15.75**** Special rates available for annual advertising, front & back page advertising & centerfoldadvertising. Inquire at the Placencia Tourism Center for more information.

Placencia Lobsterfest Raffle PrizeThe Placencia BTIA Lobsterfest Raffle is well underway with greatprizes coming in on a daily basis. At print time there were already45 different prizes contributed. Raffle tickets will be going on salesoon and are available for a low, low price of $2 a ticket or $20 fora book of 11. Below is a list of the prizes available so far…..Remember this raffle is one of the largest fundraising componentsto the Placencia Tourism Center’s sustainability and all thesupport we receive in greatly appreciated.A BIG thanks to those of you who jumped right in with a prize ormultiple prizes! And a big thank you to everyone who is planningon sending in their prize.Barnacle Bill's Beach Bungalows - 1 night stay for 2. Gooduntil November 30th.Belize Bank Ltd. - $100 Savings AccountBelize Bank Ltd. - $100 Savings AccountBelize Bank Ltd. - $300 Savings AccountBella Yoga – 1 unlimited monthly yoga passes to Bella YogaBella Yoga – 1 unlimited monthly yoga passes to Bella YogaBella Yoga – 1 unlimited monthly yoga passes to Bella YogaBlue Crab Beach - 1 box of Goss Chocolate, milk or darkCaptain Jak's Cabanas - $50.00 cash prizeCasa Placencia 1 night in our Garden Room w/strong coffee andchoice of pastry from our Bakery in the morningDanube Austrian Restaurant - $50 Gift CertificateDanube Austrian Restaurant - $50 Gift CertificateEasy Living Apartments - 1 night for two persons, subject toavailability - in off season.Goss Chocolate - 1 box of Goss Chocolate, milk or darkLaru Beya Resort - 1 dinner incl. wine at our RestaurantQuarterdeck for 2 persons ( value $150,00)Laru Beya Resort - 1 night in our Oceanfront Suite for 2 personsLola’s Art - a 9x12 valued at 210.00, choice of the winner.Los Porticos Villas - 100.00 cash prizeLos Porticos Villas - two glass framed picturesMiller’s Landing One night stay for two with complimentarycontinental breakfastNautical Inn - 3 nights stay for winning couple before Sept. 1,2010.Peninsula Towing – 1 Free Towing within Placencia Village“Water Tower to the Point” - $25 valuePickled Parrot Pizza - $100 Gift CertificatePlacencia Office Supply - $50 cash prizePlacencia Tennis – Tennis Racquet & Tennis Balls plus a seriesof three 1 1/2 hour lessons with USPTA Pro Bob Rodgers. Good for1 year (some exclusions)Platinum Designs - $200 Voucher towards design project orconsultationRobert’s Grove 1 night stay for 2 in our Penthouse Suite withContinental Breakfast and Saturday night BBQ Buffet DinnerRobert’s Grove - Tuesday night Mexican Buffet for 2 withMargaritaBelize TradeWinds Cruise Club $100 cash prizeRumfish Y Vino - $50 gift CertificateRumfish Y Vino – 1 bottle of wineSEA (Southern Environmental Association) – Trip for 6people to the Sapodilla Cayes. Dive and/or snorkel guides (privatebiologist) provided, island barbecue and non-alcoholic beveragesincluded. Some restrictions apply.Seahorse Dive Shop – Dive and/or Snorkelling Trip for 2.SPECTARTE GALLERY offers a Market Mania MysteryBox. Great surprise items andcoupons to be redeemed from our market vendors andneighborhood businesses. Good Luck.Splash Dive Shop - Dive Certification for 1 person ... value BZ$800.00Sun Breeze Hotel - Two Nights Stay for two at the Sun BreezeHotelThe Secret Garden Day Spa: - Our specialty "4 Hands Massage"by Lee Nyhus and Nikita YoungThe Secret Garden Day Spa: Manicure/Pedicure by NikitaYoungThe Secret Garden Day Spa: Swedish Massage by Lee NyhusThe Secret Garden Restaurant – $50 Gift CertificateThe Villas at Cocoplum - $100.00 cash prizeVirginia Glessner – One PaintingWhipray Caye Lodge – 1 overnight stay for 2 with mealsWild Orchid Properties - $200 Cash PrizeDeb & Dave Vernon have been in theBelizean tourism business for over 20years. David was born in Placencia. Heeventually moved to Belize City thenonwards to California as a teenager. Aftercompleting his education, he decided tomove back to his home of Placencia.The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 22Spotlight on BTIA Member – The North BeachSoon after David’s return to Placencia inthe mid '80's, the road was cut to thevillage. David, always the innovator,started the first bus service on thepeninsula with a van he had. Later hepurchased a larger bus and decided to usethe van for running tours. This ventureinto tourism led him to take the first tourguide course ever offered in Belize. Dave was introduced to theowner of International Expeditions and began leading naturalhistory tours throughout the country.Deborah first came to Belize in 1989 on a natural history trip shetalked her father into taking with her. Of course this trip was ledby one of Belize's best guides! Deb and Dave found they shared alove of birding and this led to lots of time being spenttogether. Deborah moved to Belize from California in 1991 afterfalling in love – with David and Belize! Deb and David spent theearly years backpacking around Belize, Mexico, Guatemala andHonduras. Married a year later, they began building (with theirown hands!) their first venture together, Deb & Dave’s Last Resort– a small guesthouse in Placencia. Deb ran the guesthouse whileDavid cemented his reputation asone of Belize's premier naturalhistory guides. It was a number ofyears later, when expecting thebirth of their daughter, that Daviddecided he wanted to spend moretime at home. They agreed thatwith David’s knowledge of naturalhistory and Debs business sense,they could open their own touroperation in Placencia. ToadalAdventure Belize was born. Toadal Adventure specialized in softadventure and kayaking. For a number of years, Toadal ran themajority of inland day trips on the peninsula. It was in the earlyyears of Toadal Adventure that David received the first ever TourGuide of the Year award from the Belize TourismBoard. Eventually the company moved into kayak touring andtoday offers first rate private day trips.Seeing that tourism in Placencia was moving in a new direction,Deb and Dave decided that a more upscale accommodation in amoderate price range was needed in Placencia. After a family tripto San Pedro they were inspired by the apartment they stayedin. They wanted to build something that catered to families, likethemselves. Someplace that made people feel at home. They had aparcel of land and decided to build The North Beach. The NorthBeach is a vacation rental that is basically two, 2 bedroomapartments whose configuration can be changed to be anythingfrom a one bedroom apartment up to the entire, 4-bedroom houseupstairs. It suits everyone from a single individual who would likethe convenience of a kitchen/living area to groups of family orfriends traveling together.In each of these ventures Deb and Dave have used their own travelexperiences to build businesses that focus on what travelerswant. A budget guest house that is comfortable, clean and haslittle extras to make a guest feel at home. A tour operation thatoffers people a daily taste of adventure, pushing them just a littlebeyond their comfort zones to give them a feeling ofaccomplishment and pride. A vacation home that really feels likehome and allows guests experience the culture of PlacenciaVillage.In between running The North Beach, 2 other businesses andbeing a mom, Deb volunteers time at the Placencia Children'sLibrary at the primary school and is dispatcher for the PeninsulaVolunteer Fire Department. David is very involved in communityorganizations including the Placencia B.T.I.A., St. Johns MemorialSchool, Placencia Tour Guide Association and Placencia VillageCouncil. In addition, David, a BTB certified trainer, teaches tourguide training courses in Placencia and surroundingcommunities. Their daughter, Ciara, is getting pretty good atshowing rooms and helping check in guests!

The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 23ST. JOHN’S STUDENT OF THE MONTHAPRIL 2010Front Row: Thaheid Eiley - Infant I, Caroline Martinez– InfantII Middle Row: Jonathan Gonzalez - Standard II, Freddy Melgar– Standard-II & Earl Godfrey– Standard IV. Top Row: JadahWestby- Standard V & Martin Gayot– IV. Missing– CameronYoung– Standard I & Michael Sainsbury– Standard IIIPhoto by: Elysia DialHotels and Tour Operators BEWARESCAM ARTISTS & FRAUDULENT TOUR OPERATORSThe Belize Tourism Board has received numerous complaintsabout fraudulent reservation requests and Con artists receivingtourism services but not making payment. When times arechallenging as they have been, we may have the tendency to takerisks that are not in keeping with proven deposit and paymentpolicies.Please be reminded of the following safeguards that cannotguarantee payment but may help to minimize the risk of nonpayment.* Try to establish a relationship where payment has beensatisfactorily received from tour operators before extending credit.* Try to verify new tour operators as legitimate before extendingcredit (e.g. by affiliations with internationally recognizedassociations and/or by checking with the Belize Tourism Board ifthey are familiar with the operator.)* Be careful of requests that ask you to collect via credit card,more than the amount due and then send payment back to them.(THIS IS AN OLD SCAM AND USUALLY INVOLVES STOLENCREDIT CARD NUMBERS THAT ARE THEN CHARGED BACKTO YOUR ACCOUNT BY YOUR BANK AFTER YOU HAVESENT THE REQUESTED PAYMENT BACK TO THEOPERATOR.)* Report fraudulent activities to the police and file a complaintin the event that the person/company tries to operate within Belizeand with other operators.* Report incidents to the Belize Tourism Board for sharing withother operators.Kind regards,Marketing DepartmentThe Belize Tourism Board

Toledo Cacao Festival – 21 st to 23 rd MayIt’s back, and better thanever! The Festival’s signatureopening event, Wine &Chocolate, features livemusic from Benque musicianPablo Collado, a speciallycommissioned performanceby the National DanceCompany of Belize, and afirework display. As well asinternational and Belizeanwines, there’ll be an array ofchocolate treats and dessertsfrom three prominentBelizean chocolate makers –our very own Goss Chocolate,Kakaw from the BelizeChocolate Company, and Cotton Tree Chocolate.ahead of the Sunday concert.The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 24Linn Wilson and Kerry Goss of Goss Chocolate are attending theFestival for the fourth year, and will be bringing some of their newtreats along to the wine & chocolate evening. Linn told us “it’s areally fun festival, and the wine & chocolate is a wonderful, specialevent – the desserts, the savouries, the live music, people lookinghappy, and of course good wine! We’ve been working on a variety ofnew products this year, and we’re looking to show off our specialchocolate-dipped truffles.”Goss Chocolate will also be exhibiting at the Taste of Toledocookery and craft fair on the Saturday -- this year in its newseafront location at Petillo Park and the grounds of the FatherRing Parish Hall. The Fair showcases local and national artisanswork, and will include a special exhibition of George Gabb’slegendary “sleeping giant” zericote sculpture, as depicted on theBZ$100 note. There’ll be local food, cookery demonstrations bylocal chefs, music and dance performances, and a special screeningof the newly released award-winning “Three Kings of Belize” DVDNew Cacao for Kids activities include a sock-puppet class, and alsocreating the longest rainforest mural in Belize, with a chalkpavement art scene along the Fishermen’s Co-op wharf. The SeaToledo kayaking, snorkelling and boat trips will depart from theFisherman’s Co-op wharf, giving everybody the chance toappreciate the beautiful coastal waters of Toledo. The inlandCacao Trail tours take you through the organic cacao orchards inToledo, to learn how the pods are grown, harvested and processedbefore being turned into chocolate – the food of the Gods!On Sunday the focus moves inland to the ancient Maya site ofLubaantun – the place of the fallen stones – and you can learnmore about the current excavations being led by Dr Geoff Braswellas part of the National Geographic sponsored Toledo RegionalInteraction Project.As in previous years, a Maya dance will be performed in the plaza,

The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 25with a special introduction by Dr Jaime Awe, the Director of theInstitute of Archaeology. This year sees the villagers of San Joseperform the Monkey Dance – a tradition that goes far back in time,with dancers dressed as ‘batz’ and ‘max’ – howler monkeys andspider monkeys respectively – along with with the Ch’iip, or boymonkey,and the Mam, the king of the monkeys.The Festival closes with a very special live performance by the“Three Kings of Belize”, along with Carlos Perotte. The ThreeKings – Toledo’s very own Florencio Mes and Paul Nabor, andWilfred Peters from Belize District – are the stars of the newlyreleased DVD which shares moments from their daily lives, andoffers a glimpse of three very different cultures, whilst themusicians quietly battle to preserve their musical heritage.Visit www.ToledoChocolate.com for full details!Kerry Goss, sponsor’s note:Goss Chocolate started the year of the first Cacaofest, 2007. Linnand I attended the first one and we were hooked. Wine andchocolate under the stars, with live music. If not paradise, closeenough. Belize may be the cradle of chocolate. Many people believecocao was first used in this area. The Mayan kings were the first totax chocolate, but not the last. Only 1-3% of chocolate beans grownworldwide are flavor beans, the most valued by chocolate makers.Here in Belize most chocolate beans are flavor beans. This helpsmake Goss Chocolate some of the best in the world. We would liketo thank the growers who work very hard to grow world classbeans. Growing organically is not easy, and we appreciate theexcellent quality. We thank TCGA for the work they do everydayto ensure a great product. We thank the Cacaofest committee andall the volunteers that work to make the Cacaofest happen. Andwe thank our many customers who keep Goss Chocolate going.For more information email info@ToledoChocolate.com, visit theFestival website www.ToledoChocolate.com, or call the BTIAToledo Tourism Information Centre on 722-2531. Toledo CacaoFestival is held in association with the Toledo Cacao Growers’Association, Ya’axche Conservation Trust, Sustainable HarvestInternational, NICH, the Institute of Creative Arts, the Instituteof Archaeology, and the Belize Tourism Board.Placencia Tourism Center’s Updated Tour Guide License List As of 11 May, 2010Alfonzo Zuniga 25 Sept, 10Alfred Williams 11 Feb, 11Alrin Muschamp 10 Jan, 11Alexander Garbutt 28 Jan, 11Andria Villanueva 11 Nov, 10Anthony Eiley 8 Dec, 10Arthur Vernon 23 Apr, 11Basilio Mes 14 Jan, 11Ben Bol 11 Nov, 10Bernard Leslie 22 Dec, 10Brent Young 21 Nov, 10Bruce Godfrey 13 Sept, 10Bruce Leslie In processBryan Benguche In processCarlton Young Jr In processCharles Leslie Sr. 11 Dec, 10Cirilo Chun 21 Feb, 11Claudia Chon 11 Mar, 11Clint Villanueva 3 April, 11Clive Garbutt 19 Mar, 11Condrad Villanueva 14 Dec, 10Cyrillo Cal 4 Dec, 10Dale Godfrey In ProcessDaniel Cabral 7 Feb, 11David Vernon 21 Feb, 11Dermin Shivers 19 Mar, 11Doren Leslie 28 Jan, 11Dorian Young In processEarl Godfrey 28 Jan, 11Ed Carr 11 Mar, 11Edlin Leslie 3 Oct, 11Egbert Cabral 11 Feb, 11Eloy Cuevas 3 Oct, 10Elroy Tucker 10 Jan, 11Elton Eiley 4 Nov, 10Eric Forman 14 Dec, 10Ernest Garcia 3 Apr, 11Evaristo Muschamp 21 Jan, 11Eworth Garbutt 4 Dec, 10Francisco Linarez 22 Dec, 10Gareth Longsworth 14 Mar, 11George "Benji" Eiley 11 Feb, 11Gilbert Garbutt 8 Dec, 10Glen Eiley 13 June, 10Harold Neal 28 Jan, 11Henry Tucker 10 Jan, 11Hubert Neal 30 Dec, 10Ian Cuevas 11 Feb, 11Ivan Leslie Sr 8 Dec, 10Jason Williams 14 Jan, 11Jeremy Garcia 13 Oct, 10Jeremy Joe Garbutt 11 Feb, 11Julian Cabral 11 Feb, 11Kazerine Garbutt 25 Jan, 11Kenroy Eiley In processKylon Garbutt 2 Mar, 11Lance McKenzie 20 Jul, 10Leopold Leslie 14 Dec, 10Leslie Vernon 24 Jan, 11Linda Garcia 18 Sept, 10Lisa Carne 19 Mar, 11Louis Godfrey 11 Feb, 11Lloydia Westby 8 Dec, 10Malcolm Young 19 Mar, 11Natasha Gibson 14 Dec, 10Nick Pollard 8 Dec, 10Patricia Ramirez 11 Feb, 11Prince Gongora 11 Mar, 11Rafael Villanueva 4 Nov, 10Randolph Faux 21 Feb, 11Randolph Villanueva Jr 14 Dec, 10Randolph Villanueva Sr. 13 Nov, 10Raymond Gordon 4 Dec, 10Reina Eiley 21 Mar, 11Rene Leslie 22 Dec, 10Shawn Young 11 Aug, 10Stephen Lopez In processWarren Garbutt 4 Jan, 11Wayne Castellanos In ProcessVerna Z Coleman 30 Dec, 10Zane Westby- 21 Feb, 11Zeferino Mes 22 Dec, 10Please note that there may be licensedguides that may not appear on this list.Feel free to contact the PlacenciaTourism Center for further information.

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The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 27BTIA CELEBRATES ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARYCELEBRATING DIVERSITY... 25 YEARS OF ADVOCATING FORRESPONSIBLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENTBTIA celebrated its 25thbirthday on April 26th with apress conference, tourismseminar and cocktail. Thepress conference in itswelcome address took a lookback at BTIA all those yearsago and recognized itsfounding members and initialtourism contributors to theformation of the organization.Ms. Jeanie Shaw, daughter ofBTIAs first president andmatriarch of tourism for BelizeJean Shaw delivered areflection on her mother'scontribution to tourism, BTIA and the development of Belize. Avideo clipping of the 2nd BTIA Annual General MeetingPresident's address was aired for those present. The first BoardMembers and District Chapter Representatives were presented viathe same historic video clipping.The day event was followed by a cocktail at the ITVET Courtyard.At the cocktail, BTIA was presented with a cheque of $20,000sponsorship from the Belize Bank Ltd. BTIA expressed itsgratitude and that the funds donated will go a long way infurthering the work of the organization. Guest of honor andspeaker at the Anniversary Cocktail was newly appointed BTBDirector Seleni Matus.BTIA recognizes key sponsors like NICH and ICA for the culturalcomponent of the cocktail, donors like Atlantic Bank, PremiumsWines and Spirits, Belize Telemedia Ltd, Radisson Fort George,Travelers Liquors, Belize Brewing Company Ltd, Idealabs Studies,BRC Printing, Genesis Arts.ROTARY CLUB OF PLACENCIA NEWSThe Rotary Club of Placencia is winding down RotaryYear 2009-2010 with planning for several events anddeveloping plans for the next Rotary Year, which willbegin in July with Harald Wallen handing over thePresidency to Lydia Villanueva.BTIA as well presented its new website www.btia.org,Membership Orientation Interactive CD and Board OrientationInteractive CD. The day's seminar was delivered by Crist Inmanand surveyed the issue of "Developing Core Values for Belize'sTourism Industry".While the seminar had to be abbreviated due to flight changes forthe guest speaker, the presentation gave insight into the value andpurpose of formulating core values for an industry. Inmaninformed that the competition and pull to develop like otherdestinations in North America with high rises and high densitylarge scale projects, Belize needed to resist that pull and suchresistance could only be grounded in the determination of corevalues.Inman emphasized that as Belize pursues its Tourism MasterPlan, the determination of core values should form the initial stepsof that process so that comprehensive tourism planning rests of astrong foundation.President for BTIA delivered her thank you with a highlyreflective and logical presentation looking at BTIA now andtourism 25 years after with sound recommendations for movingforward. She informed that "We are 25 years old now, the time forpartying is over and we must get serious and take ourselvesseriously." She informed that as we recover from the mostchallenging international and national economic times, we need tobe prudent in planning, savvy in investment and ground ourindustry in sustainability, responsibility and desire to providequality high value service and present high value employment forBelizeans.FIRESIDEAs has been described in previous articles, the Rotary Club ofPlacencia gathers several times each year, usually at a member’shome, for a social gathering, known to Placencia Rotarians as aFireside. The latest was held in March at the Decked Out House inHarbor Place South with Linda Burrow hosting. The weather wasbeautiful and, as always, the food was abundant and mostPlacencia Rotarians (few of our members miss these gatherings),along with guests and spouses, enjoyed the afternoon. Thehighlight of the afternoon was the induction of our hostess, LindaBurrow, into the Rotary Club of Placencia. The inductionceremony, conducted by Club President Harald Wallen, is always amoving experience for all of us and more than a few misty eyescould be seen as Linda’s sponsor, Jim Weller, placed the Rotary pinon Linda. Linda has already been involved in several of our Club’sprojects and proved to be a tremendous help. We welcome Lindaand look forward to working with her to accomplish even more inthe future.BINGOThe Rotary Club of Placencia held another Bingo night at theParadise Resort on April 24. In all, 15 games were played andseveral hundred dollars were raised that will go towards the costsof the Senior Luncheon on May 16. We wish to, once again, extendour thanks to Alan and Janet of the Paradise Resort for providingthe venue. The next game is scheduled for May 23 and a scheduleis being developed for future games, so, please listen to LOVEFM,watch the public access channel on cable TV and watch for flyers(posted at Wallen’s Market and the bulletin board at the soccerfield, as well as other locations) for moreinformation and dates for future games. Continued on pg 31

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This time of the year there are mangos allover the place on the Placencia Peninsula.Everyone has their favorite variety – No. 11mangos, Black mangos, Blue mangos, Hairymangos, Common mango, Slippers mango,White mango, Special mango, Apple mango,Thundashaw mango, Daddyfoot mango andmany, many more.Some people like the “green” or unripe andeat them with special mixtures called “JungleJuice” – a combination of salty, sour andoften spicy, or downright hot, ingredients! This is a favorite ofchildren but is also thought to be an indicator of a new pregnancyin a woman……. If you see a lady craving green mango and saucewatch out! Others like their mangos when they have just “turned”from green and are beginning to ripen. The flesh is still firm andbeginning to be sweet but not too sweet. And there are those that“put up” their mangos until they ripen. This is often done bypicking them when they have “turned” and then wrapping them incloth and placing them in a draw, under the bed in a box orsomewhere else special where nobody else could find it.Large quantities of green mangos have been known to give thosethat over indulge tummy aches. It is also thought that largequantities of ripe mango will make one sleepy. This could explainwhole households napping away the afternoon during mangoseason in years gone by before most people had to rush back towork after their lunch break. After all a nice juicy mango was andstill is a favorite after lunch dessert.There are other creative ways to use these delicious fruits – nomatter what your favorite! Check out these recipes below an tryyour hand!Mango CobblerHere's a mango cobbler recipe from our forum, made with freshsliced mango.Cook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutesIngredients:* 2/3 cup sugar* 1 tablespoon cornstarch* 1 cup water* 3 cups sliced mangos* 1 teaspoon lemon juice* 1 1/2 teaspoons butter* 1 tablespoon granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspooncinnamon* 1 cup flour* 1/3 cup sugar* 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder* 1/2 teaspoon salt* 3 tablespoons shortening* 1/2 cup milkPreparation:Mix sugar and cornstarch in saucepan , gradually stir in water andfruit and lemon juice.Heat, stirring well. Pour into 1 1/2qt. Bakingdish; dot with margarine and sprinkle sugar cinnamon mixtureover the top.Stir together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.Cut inshortening until mixture looks like meal. Now stir in milk. Mixwell.Drop by spoonfuls on to hot fruit. Bake at 375° for 20 to 30minutes. Serve warm or cold, with ice cream or whipped topping.Makes 6 to 8 servings.MangosGrilled Shrimp with MangoServe this grilled shrimp salad on a bed of mixed greens. Scrolldown to see more shrimp recipes.Ingredients:* 2 large firm mangoes, peeled & shredded* 3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions* 1/3 cup lime juice* 2 tablespoons fish sauce, or use soy sauce if necessary* 1 teaspoon sugar* 1 small clove garlic, minced* 1 small hot chile, such as serrano, seeded, minced* 1 pound shrimp, (25 to 30 per pound)* 2 cups greens* lime slices, for garnishPreparation:Combine green onions, lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, andchile in a bowl. Mix in shredded mango. Chill while preparingshrimp.Shell and devein shrimp and rinse well; divide into 4 portions.Thread 1 portion onto a slender metal skewer. Run a secondskewer through shrimp 1/2 to 1 inch from the first skewer, to keepthem flat. Repeat with remaining shrimp. Grill shrimp on amedium hot grill, covered, for about 3 minutes on each side, oruntil opaque but still a bit moist in the center of thickest parts.Place greens on a platter; mound mango mixture onto the greensusing a slotted spoon. Place shrimp over the mango salad andgarnish with lime slices, if desired.Serves 4.Mango BreadIngredients:* 2 cups flour* 2 teaspoons baking soda* 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon* 3/4 cup vegetable oil* 1/2 teaspoon salt* 1 1/4 cups sugar* 1/2 teaspoon vanilla* 3 eggs* 2 cups diced mango* 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnutsThe Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 30Preparation:Sift dry ingredients into a mixing bowl. Make a well and addremaining ingredients. Mix until well blended. Pour into a greasedand floured 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan and let stand 20 minutes. Bakeat 350° for about 1 hour, or until a wooden pick or cake testerinserted in center comes out clean..

The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 31Victoria’s Peak…a journey of DiscoveryPlacencia is so fortunate to have both ocean and mountains withinour everyday view. Victoria’s peak is the highest peak in Belize at3,675 feet , is managed by the Belize Audubon Society andintrigues whoever sees its mystical peak forming the “Cockscomb”filling the sky behind Placencia.One ambitious group of “locals” from Placencia has been so enticedover the many years here that they have decided to join togetherand finally fulfill their curiosity. Fiona MacFarlane, Cassie Dial,Boris Mannsfeld, Kristine Small, Allison Hogan, Philip King, &David Vernon tackle the peak May 14-17th under the guidance ofDavid Vernon who has already been gifted by one view from thesummit. What lies ahead? 4 days of rigorous hiking with 30-pound backpacks through the Cockscomb Jaguar Reserve, very hotweather, hungry bugs waiting for a new meal, lethal snakes,sleeping in hammocks in the jungle, drinking water out of thejungle streams and a steep climb assisted with a fixed rope to thetop. Just 2 weeks ago a group that attempted the climb wasstopped in their tacks when one member was bitten by a venomousFer-de-Lance snake and had to be evacuated to the Dangrigahospital just in time to see the next day.Rotary Club of Placencia - cont. from pg 27ONGOING PROJECTSWork continues on projects for the schools in Placencia Village,Seine Bight Village and Independence High School. The variousprojects involve working with several Rotary Clubs in Canada andinclude, currently, providing drinking water at the primary schoolsin Seine Bight and Placencia (working with Stephanie Wandkeand a group of donors she has contacted), bathroom work at theprimary school in Placencia, and the establishment of ascholarship program for Peninsula students going to IndependenceHigh School (thanks to Mr. Longsworth for attending our meetingsand providing guidance). Based upon the interest expressed byseveral Rotary Clubs in Canada, and indications that some privatedonations may be coming, we expect to be able to accomplish muchin the coming year and beyond. We hope that the communities willcontinue to support our efforts and the efforts of the schools inproviding the best education facilities possible for the children ofour communities.The individuals have all been training in one way for another toprepare for the journey. Cassie has been aggressively walking asmany stairs as she can find. Some have been tackling earlymorning runs and bike rides before the temperature gets too hot.Fiona even went the extra mile to fly all the way to Australia tobring back some tasty Kangaroo Jerky to fuel all the bodies. Davidand Boris have met to go over the logistics to make sure everyonemakes it to the summit and back safe and sound. The group hasgathered over beers to discuss, prepare and sample the groupmeals for the trip (lots of Pasta and Snickers!). The team enjoyeda practice hike to the beautiful double waterfall at the end of theTiger Fern Trail at the Cockscomb Jaguar Reserve. Everybodymade it and realized that the hike to Victoria’s Peak is going to bea challenge. The adventure should be quite interesting.Besides being intrigued for years by Victoria’s Peak this team ofindividuals shares many years in Placencia and a true love for thepeninsula. Look for a follow up article and a photo in the Juneissue of the Breeze.UPCOMINGWork continues on finalizing the plans for the Senior Lunch to beheld on May16 at De Tatch. This event, which is organized byLydia Villanueva, will be the third one and we plan to continue tohold this event every year to honor the senior citizens of PlacenciaVillage and Seine Bight Village.Work also continues on the planning for the Rotary booth at thisyear’s Lobsterfest and the holding of our annual Duck Race.Tickets will go on sale for the race in the near future. Last year’srace tickets sold out hours before the race, so, make sure to buyyour tickets early for a chance at one of the cash prizes.The biggest planning item on the agenda is the preparation for thenew Rotary Year, which will begin in early July with the annualHanding Over Ceremony where outgoing President, HaraldWallen, will turn over the Club Presidency to Lydia Villanueva.Projects for the next year are being considered and, by the time thejoint Board meeting is held in June (existing Board and the Boardfor 2010-2011), it is expected that a plan will be developed for whatwe hope to accomplish in the coming year and beyond.OUR CLUBPart of the crew that have trained to climb Victoria Peak.Photo by Ciara VernonThe Rotary Club of Placencia has been in existence for severalyears now and currently has 15 members. We are proud of whathas been accomplished, but, with more people involved, we knowthat much more can be done. This is your community, so, pleaseconsider joining us to help us achieve the goals we have set for ourarea. For more information on what you can do to help, pleaseattend one of our meetings (Tuesdays at 12:30 PM at Yoli’s), visitour web site at www.rotaryclubofplacencia.org, or speak to anyRotarian. We would love to welcome you to the Rotary family.

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MC, VISAaccepted. Rates from 49US$ plus Tax.Ranguana Lodge: 5 Private ocean view cabins located right on thebeach in the heart of Placencia Village: We have 3 private air-conditionedbeach cabins each w/ 2 Double beds, fans, large refrigerator, coffee makers,private bath w/ hot/cold shower, private balcony w/ a hammock. We alsohave two other cabins with full kitchens, 2 double beds, fans, private bathwith hot & cold shower & tub, private balcony with a hammock. BeachPalapas, beach chairs. Tropic Air agent, Gift shop. Phone/fax at 011-501-523-3112, E-mail: Ranguana@btl.net website: www.ranguanabelize.comThe North Beach offers luxury suites in our sea view villa with fullkitchens, living areas and configurations from one to five bedrooms. Eachsuite has air conditioning, ceiling fans, cable t.v. & phone. Located northend of the sidewalk-walking distance to services. The perfect spot to enjoyPlacencia Village. Contact us at phone 523 -3207, e-mailinfo@thenorthbeach.com. or visit www.thenorthbeach.comTradewinds: Overlooking the Caribbean Sea & the Mountains of Belize!9 Cabanas w/ private bath, hot/cold, 2 double beds, fans, coffee maker(coffee provided), refrigerator & veranda w/ hammock. Tel: 523-3122;Email: trdewndpla@btl.netNorth of the AirstripBarnacle Bill's Beach Bungalows: 2 secluded bungalows on thebeach in Maya Beach. Full kitchen, queen size bed, sleeper sofa, h/w, andfans. Complimentary kayaks. 5 night min. Tel/fax: 523-8010; email:taylors@btl.net; Website: www.barnaclebills-bills.comBlue Crab Beach Resort: Set on 5 acres from sea to lagoon, offers 4beachfront A/C rooms and two thatch cabanas. Home of Goss Chocolate.Tel: 523-3544; Fax: 523-3543; Email: sales@bluecrabbeach.comGreen Parrot Beach Houses: Maya Beach: 6 mahogany beachhouses, loft bedrooms, fold out sofa, kitchenette & bath on main floor. 2 bayleaf thatch cabanas w/ garden showers & private beach. Tel/fax: 523-2488;Email: greenparot@btl.net; Website: www.greenparrot-belize.comMiller’s Landing: Seaside Eco-tourist resort, lush natural gardens,farthest from road noise, bird haven, fresh water pool, secluded beach,personalized service. Tel 523-3010, email: millersplacencia@yahoo.com,Singing Sands Inn: on Maya Beach, 6 private thatched cabanas on thebeach, with own bath & patio as well as 2 garden view flats. Roll away bedsavailable to accommodate families w/children. Bonefish Grill on siteBeautiful landscaping w/ swimming pool. Tel: 520-8022Email: info@singingsands.comThe Inn at Robert’s Grove: Placencia’s most complete resort.Deluxe beachfront rooms w/private bath, ceiling fans, cable TV & A/C.Restaurant, bar, 3 - 50’ Pools, Jacuzzis, Conference Center, Tennis court,Fitness room, Internet room & Gift shop. Land and sea tours. Canoes,kayaks, sailboats, windsurfing boards & bikes for our guests use. Tel: 523-3565; Fax: 523-3567; Email: info@robertsgrove.com; Website:The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 32www.robertsgrove.com.The Placencia Hotel: A lavish Caribbean escape with European flare,The Placencia Hotel is a one of the most spectacular and pristine ocean frontproperty in Belize. The newest and luxurious resort boasts 90 first classaccommodations starting from Sea front Villas to Condominium Suites.Finest restaurants, with exquisite cuisines, first class service and amenities toindulge every vacationer’s dream. The exclusive private beach and the easyaccess to the main land will let you discover a world of opportunities fromone location. Tel: 520-4110 or email: info@theplacencia.com.At The CayesRanguana Caye: is a privately owned two-acre island, managed by TheInn at Robert’s Grove. Located on the reef with three charming woodcabanas. Meals and beverages are available. Ranguana offers primediving, snorkeling and fishing. Robert’s Grove PADI Dive Center will renttanks and dive & snorkel equipment on the island as well askayaks. Moorings are available. Reservations for dinner or lodging call 523-3565.Robert’s Caye: If you didn’t know better, you’d think you’d landed inBora Bora. Robert’s Caye, privately owned and managed by Robert’s Grove,is just 10 miles from Placencia (1/2 hour by boat) on a one acre island withfour tastefully appointed cabanas built partially over the water. Each cabanais outfitted with a king bed, full bathroom with hot and cold running showers,and a private terrace with hammocks and stairs that descend directly into theCaribbean. A small restaurant and bar, also built over the water, serves threemeals daily – or on your private cabana terrace if you’d prefer. An idealsetting for honeymooners and sportsmen alike, this “swept away” islandparadise is surrounded by crystal clear water, ideal for swimming (right offyour own terrace), snorkeling and diving. The nearby flats are renowned forfishing as well. The inn is happy to arrange rendezvous diving, fishing andsnorkeling guides – even a massage therapist -- upon request. Kayaks andsnorkeling gear are complimentary to island guests. Reservations for dinneror lodging call 523-3565Whipray Caye Lodge: Whipray Caye is a magical private island in theheart of some of the best fly fishing flats in the world. This caye has room toroam, with two spacious 2-room guest cabanas, private bath in each room,and verandas facing a glorious Belizean sunrise. Hearty family-style mealsare served in our thatched roof restaurant and "Sea Urchin Bar". Enjoy thenatural unspoiled beauty of the coral reef surrounding the caye, chock full ofbeautiful tropical fish of all shapes and sizes, rays, sharks, turtles, crab, andeven the occasional manatee, all nurtured by the abundant mangroves on thesouthern half of the caye. Owner and renowned fly fishing guide JulianCabral and his wife Beverly will make your stay a memorable one. PHONE:501-608-8130, CELL: 501-610-1068, EMAIL: whipraycaye@yahoo.com,WEB: www.whipraycayelodge.comMEALSDining Around in Placencia VillageGOSS CHOCOLATEDe'Tatch Seafood Beach Grill & Bar -Serving the very best inSeafood and Local Cuisines. Open Mon-Sunday (Closed... on Wed)7amuntil 10pm for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (daily and nightly lunch &seafood dinner special). Come Enjoy the Perfect View (beach front), Greatfood, Great drink and Music to sooth the soul. Internet & Wireless alsoavailable. For Info or Take out orders please call #503-3385Pickled Parrot Pizza Bar & Grill: Restaurant serving seafood,homemade pizza, appetizers, fajitas, burgers & salads. Great blender drinks& ice cold Belikin beer. Happy Hour Rum drinks from 5-6 p.m. daily. Ten‘Dolla’ Lunch Special noon to 2p.m. Tel: 624-2651. Open 12 noon to 9 pmMon - Sat. Cabanas also available. Visa only.Wendy’s Creole Restaurant & Bar: Fine dining in A/C comfort oroutdoor on the Patio. Specializing in Spanish & Creole. Fresh juices. Open 7days a week for breakfast, lunch & dinner 7am - 10pm. Visa & MC accepted.Ph: 523-3335 Email: wendylemus02@hotmail.comORGANICALLY GROWN MADE IN BELIZEAVAILABLE ON THE PENINSULAPlacencia: Wallen’s Market, Everyday Grocery, Placencia Tourism Office, Sunova Beach GiftShop, Beach Bazaar, Michelo’s Café, Chabil Mar Villas, Turtle Inn, Placencia Grocery,Nang Kee Market, Tutti-frutti Italian Gelato ShopSeine Bight: Lola’s Art, Danube Restaurant, Moorings, Western Horizon Grocery &Restaurant, Peninsula Store, RFG Insurance, andBlue Crab Beach ~ ~ Home of Goss Chocolate 523-3544

The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 33The “Inn” Spots - North of Placencia VillageDANUBE Austrian Restaurant EAT - DRINK - RELAX in aromantic atmosphere. A/C indoor, lounge area outdoor. Viennese Schnitzel,Goulash, Dumplings, famous Apple Strudel and more. CIGARS from Cubaand Mexico. Dice your FREE Belikin beer between 4.30pm-6pm. Open4:30pm - 10:30pm, closed Tuesdays. Ph: 610-0132, www.danubebelize.comGreen Parrot Restaurant: On the beach at Maya Beach. Our chefchanges the menu daily and features a wide variety of local and internationalcuisine. We feature seafood and tropical dishes. For reservations call 523-2488. Email: greenparot@btl.netMaya Beach Hotel Bistro: A creative, modern menu. Prepared withthe freshest local ingredients and infused with flavors from around the world.Open to the public all day, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and anywherein between. Visa/MC. Indoor and outdoor tables, right on the beach.Reservations are recommended for dinner (520-8040). Closed MondaysMiller’s Landing: Specializing in gourmet pizzas & different eveningspecial, Icy cold drinks, great music, poolside bar. Available for privatefunctions 523-3010. .Singing Sands Inn: Enjoy dining on the beach front in the open airBonefish Grill restaurant. The menu features traditional Belizean dishes aswell as Asian, Italian & French influenced entrees. Closed Tuesdays, 5pm-9pm for dinner. Reservations are suggested, but not required. Call 520-8022.All major credit cards acceptedThe Inn At Robert’s Grove: Offers two dining venues: Theromantic, fine dining Seaside Restaurant, with a world class menu createdby Frank Da Silva, their talented North American chef. The Seaside servesbreakfast, lunch & dinner and offers a bar and wine cellar. We accept creditcards. For reservations at both call 523-3565.The Placencia Hotel: Largest pool in Belize, complete with swim up barand restaurant area. Main Dining Room in Air Conditioned, beach frontbuilding, with outdoor dining also available. Third restaurant and bar area atthe end of The Great Pier. Four thousand foot pier head accommodates guestin the lap of luxury. Open every day. Beach Bar 10a.m.-7p.m. Pier Bar 10a.m.-10p.m. Main Dining 6 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Call 520-4110 for pick up ofany number over 4 guests for breakfast, lunch or dinner.Whipray Caye Lodge: see accommodation for info about ourrestaurant & bar.CHEERS -Placencia Peninsula BarsJ-Byrds:Local Bar by the Seaside docks. Open daily from 10am to 12pm.And live music every Friday’s Tel :523-3412Singing Sands Inn’s two bars, The Bonefish Grille pool side from 11AM to 10 PM and Chez Albert’s from 11 AM to 11:30 PM at the end of our200 ft pier under a Thatched roof! Special drink nights to appeal to your tastebuds! Closed on Tuesdays. Tel: 520.8022 or email: info@singingsands.comThe Placencia Hotel: Three restaurants and three bars to better serveyou. Margarita Monday with at least 10 different margaritas to tempt yourtaste buds!! Poolside open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Pier Head bar 10 a.m. to10 p.m. Main Bars 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Drinks menu, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. happyhour on local rum mixes at Pier Head Bar, Ice Cold Belikins and a variety ofBlended Mixes. Credit cards accepted. Phone 520-4110 for reservation forpick up of groups 4 or more.Tipsy Tuna - Located on the beach, our seaside bar is open Sunday andTuesday - Thursday, 11:30 am - 10pm and 'till midnight Friday &Saturday. Offering live entertainment and great happy hour specials. Barfood menu available. Our indoor bar is open Sunday-Wednesday, 7pm-Midnight and Thursday-Saturday, 7pm-2am. Karaoke Thursdays, pool tablesand pay per view events on multiple televisions. Follow us on Facebook forupdates and announcements. Tel: 523-3089; Email: tipsytuna@hotmail.comCoffee ShopsSinging Sands Inn in Maya Beach offers espresso , latte, cappuccino allday long. Closed on Tuesdays. Tel: 520.8022 oremail:nfo@singingsands.comGift Shops & Art GalleriesArt ‘N’ Soul Gallery: FINEST Art in town, featuring over 100 localArtist! Just North of main peir on the Famous Sidewalk. Open 9 am - 6 pm,503-3088.Green Parrot Gift Shop: The in-place to shop on the peninsula.Featuring a wide variety of Belizean, Guatemalan, & Central Americancrafts.Lola Arts: In Seine Bight Village open from 8am-9pm. Phone 601-1913Placencia Bazaar Gift Shop - simply the best! Original pottery,jewelry, arts and crafts...everything from souvenir spoons to Bazaar Art.Maya Island Air Agent. Located on the main street, next door to Scotia Bank.Summer hours: Open (most!!) every day 9am-1pm and again from 4pm-7pmand by appointment! Tel 523 4309.Robert’s Grove Boutique: Local arts and crafts, jewelry and fashion.Tel: 523-3565.Singing Sands Inn in Maya Beach offers arts and crafts and souvenirsfrom local artists. Tel: 520.8022 or email: info@singingsands.comSpectarte Gallery at Maya Beach a visit that will excite and delightwith a cornucopia of unique furnishings and works of art. 10 am - 4 pm orby appointment 523 8019 next to Bayshore Limited Real EstateSunova Beach Gift Shop - Located on the sidewalk in PlacenciaVillage near the Tipsy Tuna. Offering a wide variety of t-shirts, Belizeansouvenirs, beachwear, jewelry, Tipsy Tuna & Belikin souvenirs and muchmore! Take advantage of 10% Tuesdays where you get 10% off most itemsevery Tuesday! Monday - Saturday, 8am-noon & 2-6 pm. . Tel: 523-4060TOUR PROVIDERSOcean Motion Guide Service - Snorkel, Manatee Watch, Fishing,Monkey River, Jaguar Preserve, & Mayan Ruins. Ph: 523-3363 or 523- 3162email: oceanmotion@btl.netThe Placencia Hotel: tour operators specializing in snorkeling tours,inland excursions, Monkey River, fishing, Scuba Diving, Island to IslandKayaking, Maya Ruins, Cave Tubing or Fly fishing . We do special chartersas well. We offer all new equipment, local guides and quality service. Call520-4110 for booking. Fax: 520-4112, Email: info@theplacencia.comWebsite: www.theplacencia.comRobert’s Grove Dive Center Member PADI Int’l Resort Assn, offersdaily Scuba diving and snorkeling trips to the reef and cayes with licensedinsured PADI dive masters and guides on the inn’s new 48 foot Pro DiveBoat. The Fishing Center features on-property licensed guides for fishingcharters -- bone-fishing, fly fishing and trolling. The Inn also operatesHorseback Riding and Buggy Tours, its own Eco Tours to Monkey River,Jaguar Reserve and Maya Ruins. For Diving, Snorkeling or Fishing atRanguana Caye and Robert’s Caye call Robert’s Grove for day use fees andovernight rates. For all tour services: Phone:523-3565; Email:info@robertsgrove.com; Website: www.robertsgrove.com.Seahorse Dive Shop: Offers SCUBA Certification, snorkeling, fishing,river trips & charters. Call Brian Young (office) 523-3166; (home) 523-3356;Email: seahorse@btl.net; Website: www.belizescuba.comSinging Sands Inn offers right from their dock scuba diving andsnorkeling trips to the reef or snorkel right in front of our beautiful reef justfeet away! Kayak expedition is also available. Inland excursions, MonkeyRiver tour, inshore and offshore fishing, Mayan ruins and much more. Tel:520.8022 or email: info@singingsands.comSplash Dive Center - PADI Proud Member. Experience Belize w/Splash! Ph: 523-3058/3080 or 620-6649. Email patricia@splashbelize.comvisit www.spalshbelize.com Check out our ad on pg 12 for more details.SERVICESChocolatierGoss Chocolate Goss Chocolate & cocoa powder made & sold exclusivelyin Belize. 100% organically grown Belizean cacao, Belizean cane sugar,whole vanilla bean. Now sold in fine stores, hotels, & restaurants on thePeninsula & throughout Belize. ph 523-3544 www.GossChocolate.comFood MarketsWallen’s Market: Serving Placencia with fresh produce, dry goods, &specialty items. Wholesale/retail. Tel: 523-3128; Hardware Tel: 523-3316 or523-3523; Pharmacy Tel. 523-3346. email wallensmarket@yahoo.comServing the peninsula for over 25 years!! Located across from the sport field.NangKee Supermarket: Open 7 days a week. 7am - 9pm. Wide varietyof wholesale & retail goods. Great dairy & deli selection. Across the streetfrom Placencia Office Supply. Ph: 523-3100/627-1663. Best prices around!Internet AccessPlacencia Office Supply: HIGH SPEED INTERNET. CD Burning,USB, Floppy, Card Readers, Laptop - Wireless/LAN accessible, Printing,Faxing, Copies, Passport Photos, Publishing, Laminating, Stationery. Tel/Fax: 523-3205, Email: lgodfrey@btl.netSinging Sands Inn offer wireless internet access, faxing, copies and CDburning. Tel: 520.8022 or email: info@singingsands.comPhotographyMuzamanzie Photographs – contact us for wedding photographs,portraits, web & brochure photographs. Tel# 523-3563 or 603-5143 email:muzamanzie@yahoo.comReal EstateCPC Real Estate Solutions - is your trusted real estate broker inBelize. We have over 20 years experience helping clients with their realestate transactions and take pride in assisting you with your propertypurchase. Please visit our office next to the tourism office or call us at 672-9000 or visit: www.belizeproperty.comOcean Motion Real Estate - Specialized in the sale & listing ofproperties. Beach Front, Lagoon Front, Commercial & Residential Lots,Resorts, Cayes, & House w/ Lots. Ph: 523-3162 or 523-3363, Cell: 602-2152 or 660-2863. Email: oceanmotionbelize@hotmail.com oroceanmotion@btl.net visit: www.oceanmotionplacencia.com

The Placencia Hotel : Beachfront & Beach view condominiums,Lagoon and Canal Front lots and homes with private boat docks in ourplanned, gated community, offering full service and amenities. Full on sitemanagement and rental through The Placencia Hotel for all of our propertyoptions. Please call 5204110 or 610-3600 or emailmadeleine@theplacencia.com to meet with our agents and view our piece ofparadise! Website: www.theplacencia.comThe Villas at Cocoplum will certainly be the premier Condominiumresidence in Belize. We offer you an exceptional high-quality home w/nonstandard features in a low-density, environmentally friendly setting. TheWest Indies-inspired architecture will provide a home that is not only open,comfortable & tropical, but also in tune with the relaxed environmentPlacencia is famous for. Please visit our on-site sales office just south ofMaya beach where the road is paved. M-F 9-5. Office # 523-3263. Cell 610-0294. Email: Boris@theVillasatCocoplum.com. Or visitwww.theVillasatCocoplum.com.AirlinesMaya Island Air, the safer alternative to air travel in Belize, announcesits new San Pedro Sula, Honduras route. Questions?? Call 523-4072. MayaIsland Air...because we do more!!Tropic Air: The Airline of Belize. Over 180 daily scheduled flightsthroughout Belize. Charters to remote and exotic places. For reservations call523-3410.Rentals - ( Golf Carts, Auto, Bicycles)JAGZ Auto Rental & Property Management recognizing theneed for reliable service. (501) 523-3074 or (501) 668-9982.Singing Sands Inn offer reliable bicycle rental service and see through,clear bottom kayak in Maya Beach by the hour, half day, full day or weekly.Competitive rates. Tel: 520.8022 or email: info@singingsands.comStann Creek Car Rental - Located 1 mile north of Placencia Airstrip.We have the widest range of vehicles at the best rates. One way hireavailable. Weekly & long-term discounts. Drive to Guatemala. Call 5233284 or 662 7611 to make your reservation.Shipping ServiceBelizeConnection.net- Your buying and shipping service form USA toBig Creek Port or by air contact: belizemail@comcast.net or Pole at 606-1501Spa, Massage & Physical TherapyThe Placencia Hotel: Our third floor lookout is the perfect spot to haveyour massage done!! We offer Swedish and Shiatzu Massage, facials,manicures & pedicure. Our treatments can be tailor made to suit any request.For reservation call 520-4110.Sea Spa at Robert’s Grove What better place to relax, repair,rejuvenate -- body and soul - than on the white sand beach of the PlacenciaPeninsula. At the heart of this seaside setting is Robert's Grove SEA SPA,the inn's full-service spa. The Sea Spa's oceanfront location is ideal forsuccumbing to the sea's healing power. Treatment rooms are inside thatchroofed beach cabanas. Treatments -- including massages, facials, bodywraps, manicures and pedicures -- are adapted to your specific needs andadministered by professionals. For reservations call 523-3565Siripohn’s Thai Massage: Therapist from Thailand - Thai Massage,Essential Oil, Swedish, Jet Lag, Back & Shoulders, Foot Massage, BodyTreatments, & Facial Treatments. Open 10 am to 7 pm. Call 620-8718 or600-0375, email: siripornthakham@yahoo.com - Kob Khun KaThe Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 34Wedding PlanningThe Placencia Hotel: Our 90 rooms can easily accommodate yourweddings quest, family and friends. The Placencia Hotel boasts the largestselection of on-site wedding and reception locations. You can choose fromour spacious pool deck, extensive beach, scenic and spacious pier deck orthatched pier restaurants, dramatic and spacious third floor viewing deck oradjacent beachfront chapel, whichever is the perfect choice for you. We alsooffer our own on site full service Wedding Planner/Special EventCoordinator Tara Westby– Hotel Coordinator Please call: 520-4110, Fax:520-4112 or email; info@theplacencia.com or tara@theplacencia.comWebsite: www.theplacencia.comRobert's Grove offers complete wedding planning and packages -- bothat the resort and its private Caye. For further information contact 523-3565;or visit www.robertsgrove.com; Email info@robertsgrove.comSinging Sands Inn can easily plan your entire weeding in our exclusivebeautiful boutique Inn. Tel: 520.8022 or email: info@singingsands.comCHURCHESSt. John’s Memorial - Placencia Anglican (Episcopal)Church: Sunday services at 8:00 a.m. .Ministries of the Son of God Church - Seine Bight VillageSunday morning service 9 am, Sunday evening 6 pm. Saturday morningchildren’s bible study 9 am. Reverend Don Palmer. Phone 523-3301 oremail cbelize@btl.netPlantation Chapel (Calvary Chapel of the Placencia Peninsula):Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. Non-denominational church. Call Pastor JimMensie for more information: 523-3362Seventh Day Adventists: Services Fridays at sunset; Saturdays 9:00a.m. Lay ministers. U. Torres - Tel# 503 2270Seine Bight Catholic Church: Services Sundays 8:00 a.m. SeineBight Village. Lay ministers. Catholic (lay) - Mrs Dora. Williams Tel# 5233527 or 523 3564Worship Center: Bible Study – Wednesday 7:00 p.m. – until. Services:Sunday 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. NonDenominational - Pst. Moore - Tel# 523 3333OTHER COMMUNITY NUMBERSPlacencia Village Council - 523 3396 Placencia Water Board - 523 4036Seine Bight Village Council - 523 3660 Seine Bight Water Board - 5233554GETTING AROUNDHokey Pokey: Departs Independence/Mango for Placencia MNM Dock6:30a.m., 7:30a.m., 8a.m., 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:30p.m, & 4:30p.m. Andreturns from Placencia MNM Dock to Independence/Mango Creek 6:45a.m,10a.m., 12:30pm, 2:30 pm, 4p.m, & 5p.m, 6pm (except on Sundays). Formore information please call 523-2376.De Express: Departs Placencia Shell Dock- 9:30 a.m. Arrives Big Creek 10a.m. Departs - 11:00 am. Arrives Puerto Cortez, Honduras, 2 pm. at Laguna.Return trip – Monday: Departs Puerto Cortez, Honduras 10 am. Arrives BigCreek 12 noon. Departs - 1:30 p.m. Arrives Placencia 2 pm. Tel: 523-4045.Tickets available at the Placencia Tourism Center.BANKINGAtlantic Bank Ltd: Opening Hours Monday -Thursday 8 am - 3 pm &Friday 8 am - 4 pm. ATM Services: Visa, MasterCard, Cirrus, & Plus.Phone: 523-3431.

Belize Bank Ltd: Opening Hours Monday -Thursday 8 am - 3 pm & Friday8 am - 4:30 pm. ATM Services: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & AmericanExpress. Phone: 523-3144.Scotiabank Belize Ltd. Opening Hours Monday -Thursday 8 am - 2:30 pm,Friday 8 am - 3:30 pm, & Saturday 9 am - 11:30 am. ATM Services: Visa,MasterCard, Cirrus, & Plus. Phone: 523-3277.Thank you for choosing Placencia!Liquor License - Notice is hereby given that CASSIE DIAL is applyingfor a PUBLICAN SPECIAL Liquor License for the year2010, to be operated at BAREFOOT BEACH BAR , Placencia,Stann Creek District under the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing OrdinanceRevised Edition 19809:30 am Sundays - Open MeetingThe Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 35Ritchie’s Bus Line As of August 2009Placencia to DangrigaMon to Sat -6:30 am, 7 am, & 1:00 pmSun7 am & 1 pmNational Transport ScheduleAs of November 2008Leaving Belize City to Benque Veijo- every half an hour to the hour from 5:00am to 12:00 pmLeaving Benque Viejo to Belize City- every half an hour to the hour from 1:00pm to 6:00 pmLeaving Belize City to Chetumal6:00am (premier)6:45am (express)7:30am8:00am9:00am (premier)11:00am (premier)1:00pm5:30pmP.S. Premier are the AC expressbuses and express are regular express buses.Dangriga to PlacenciaMon to Sat -11 am, 2 pm & 4:40 pmSun2 pm & 4:40 pmLeaving Chetumal to BelizeCity 10:45am (premier)1:45pm (premier)2:00pm3:00pm (express)4:45pm (premier)6:00pmNTSL does not have any south runs do to the zoning changes! Any furtherquestions kindly contact NTSL at email: info@nationaltransportbelize.comPlacencia Police OfficersSgt #114 Norman Benguche - 624-9965Sgt #1 Enrique Aldana - 623-9252PC #666 Brenford Middleton - 632-4508PC #281 Shawn Moore - 620-7159PC #156 Sydney Augustine - 626-5096PC #730 Macario Choc - 627-6167PC #785 Elton Palacio - 669-5482PC #357 Curtis Card - 669-9504PC #752 Andy Choco - 624-7533PC #1109 Godwin Augustine - 665-2972WPC #1218 Shereen Vasquez - 660-2667PC #404 Eyon Valerio - 602-7474PC #1189 Daren Ogaldez - 666-1509SC Claude Augustine - 624-5345SC Jose Sanchez - 667-4388WSC Alva Leslie - 626-0807EMERGENCIESBelize Emergency Response Team 223-3292Placencia Medical Center: 523-3326 Located Behind the school,Placencia Village. Opening hours are Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 12:00noon - 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. after these hours Dr. Alexis Caballero will seeonly extreme Emergencies such as Heart Attack, Stroke, Asthma Attack,Accident, and Severe Allergy Reaction. Note: Weekdays after 5:00 pm andweekends Dr. Alexis work by appointments only. (Private). Dr. AlexisCaballero- Monday/Friday– 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.mSeine Bight Medical Center: 523-3328Independence Medical Center: 523-2167POLICE:Placencia Police Station: 503-3142Seine Bight Police Station: 503-3148Independence Police Station: 523-2022FIRE EMERGENCIES - 523-3207 or 523-4309Radiance Ritchie’s Shuttle SchedulePlacencia to The Plantation Area5:50 AM, 11:15 AM & 4:30 PMPlantation Area to Placencia7:00 AM, 11:50AM & 5:20PMIN CASE OF FIREVOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTEMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS• POLICE PLACENCIA: 503-3142• SEINE BIGHT POLICE: 503-3148• KATHY ANGLIN: 626-0667• DAVE VERNON: 523-3207• STEVE WADE: 503-3069• SONNY VERNON: 523-4309For Placencia Village &Seine Bight Only

The Placencia Breeze May 2010 - Page 36WHY?•Placencia Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association(BTIA) is initiating a new Buy Local initiative. It reinforcesthe message that we are a strong community with allof the goods and services members and guests alike mightneed to access.•It supports our local economy and communicates that thePlacencia BTIA members and the community we live in arevery glad they can provide their products and services to anappreciative audience.• It makes our villages self-sustaining and gives us all asense of pride in that we can supply top quality product createdor grown in or near our home base.• The goal of the program is to highlight local companies,who combine great service with competitive pricing.Supporting local business is critically important to Placenciaand our surrounding areas.• Locally-based businesses not only create much greatereconomic impact than non-local businesses but also contributemore per employee to local charitable efforts in bothdollars and time commitment, and contribute much more toour unique sense of placeHOW?• Look for the “BUY NEARBY PLACENCIA” sign tospot who is a participating in this initiative and choseto give them your valued business!• Advertise in the Placencia Breeze special section witha 2” x 1” ad for just $15 monthly. We will help you formatyour small space ad to make it as effective as possible.SMALL BUSINESSES: ADVERTISE HERE IN THEHOUSE FOR RENTBrand new 2 BR, fully furnishedLocated on the lagoon, near footballfield. Fully fenced Yard, pets okUS$600/mo, incl. utilitiesEmail jwedge@penta.ca for info.Garden Apartment for RentNorth Placencia Village on 1/2 acreFurnished 1 Bedroom Queen sizeNew Construction...very nice -10x18 Screened Porch$800 Bz plus Electric & GasLease & Security Deposit - Long Term625-9587 SeBelize@yahoo.comApartments for Rent$450 - $600Placencia Village NorthNice NeighborhoodNew and Nice - Ideal for singles523-3251House for RentBeautiful, safe, private fully fenced yard5 miles out of Placencia betweenMiller’s Landing & Robert’s Grove.Fully furnished, 1 Bdrm, internet,phone, & cable. $1500 per month plusutilities. Outside pets OKCall 523-3086Men’s & Women’sClothing + Accessories + Shoes,Across the street from the footballfield.Opening HoursTuesday– Saturday 11-7Call 523-3712!!! Come see us at Lobsterfest 2010!!!