ACCOMMODATIONSSouth of AirstripEasy Living Apartments - 4 two bedroom apartment units in the heartof the village. Central air, carpeted, fully-equipped kitchen, & veranda.Each unit sleeps a max. of four persons - 1 queen sized bed, 2 twins. Internetservice available. Less than 100 yards from the beach and within easywalking distance of dive shops, tour guides and restaurants. Taxi serviceavailable. For more info call: 523-3524 or 626-8662 fax: 227-0849, email:info@easyliving.bz website: http://www.easyliving.bzOne World Rentals: Seven beautiful, comfortable and immaculatestudios and rental houses around an attractive courtyard . Cable TV, wirelessinternet access, air-conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom,fully screened, hammocks. Located in the heart of <strong>Placencia</strong> (behind the“Rumfish” restaurant) close to the beach, shopping and restaurants.www.oneworldplacencia.com. Contact Swiss owner Claudia Hardegger at5233618 or 6209975. Email: oneworldplacencia@yahoo.com. MC, VISAaccepted. Rates from 49US$ plus Tax.Ranguana Lodge: 5 Private ocean view cabins located right on thebeach in the heart of <strong>Placencia</strong> 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.com<strong>The</strong> 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. <strong>The</strong> perfect spot to enjoy<strong>Placencia</strong> 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 <strong>May</strong>a 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: <strong>May</strong>a 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 <strong>May</strong>a 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.com<strong>The</strong> Inn at Robert’s Grove: <strong>Placencia</strong>’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:<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> <strong>May</strong> <strong>2010</strong> - Page 32www.robertsgrove.com.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> Hotel: A lavish Caribbean escape with European flare,<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> Hotel is a one of the most spectacular and pristine ocean frontproperty in Belize. <strong>The</strong> 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. <strong>The</strong> 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 <strong>The</strong> CayesRanguana Caye: is a privately owned two-acre island, managed by <strong>The</strong>Inn 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 <strong>Placencia</strong> (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. <strong>The</strong> nearby flats are renowned forfishing as well. <strong>The</strong> 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 <strong>Placencia</strong> 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 PENINSULA<strong>Placencia</strong>: Wallen’s Market, Everyday Grocery, <strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Office, Sunova Beach GiftShop, Beach Bazaar, Michelo’s Café, Chabil Mar Villas, Turtle Inn, <strong>Placencia</strong> 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
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> <strong>May</strong> <strong>2010</strong> - Page 33<strong>The</strong> “Inn” Spots - North of <strong>Placencia</strong> 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 <strong>May</strong>a 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.net<strong>May</strong>a 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. <strong>The</strong> 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 accepted<strong>The</strong> Inn At Robert’s Grove: Offers two dining venues: <strong>The</strong>romantic, fine dining Seaside Restaurant, with a world class menu createdby Frank Da Silva, their talented North American chef. <strong>The</strong> Seaside servesbreakfast, lunch & dinner and offers a bar and wine cellar. We accept creditcards. For reservations at both call 523-3565.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> 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 <strong>The</strong> 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 -<strong>Placencia</strong> 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, <strong>The</strong> 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.com<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> 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 <strong>May</strong>a 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: <strong>The</strong> 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 601-1913<strong>Placencia</strong> Bazaar Gift Shop - simply the best! Original pottery,jewelry, arts and crafts...everything from souvenir spoons to Bazaar Art.<strong>May</strong>a 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 <strong>May</strong>a Beach offers arts and crafts and souvenirsfrom local artists. Tel: 520.8022 or email: info@singingsands.comSpectarte Gallery at <strong>May</strong>a 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 <strong>Placencia</strong>Village 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, & <strong>May</strong>an Ruins. Ph: 523-3363 or 523- 3162email: oceanmotion@btl.net<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> Hotel: tour operators specializing in snorkeling tours,inland excursions, Monkey River, fishing, Scuba Diving, Island to IslandKayaking, <strong>May</strong>a 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. <strong>The</strong> Fishing Center features on-property licensed guides for fishingcharters -- bone-fishing, fly fishing and trolling. <strong>The</strong> Inn also operatesHorseback Riding and Buggy Tours, its own Eco Tours to Monkey River,Jaguar Reserve and <strong>May</strong>a 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, <strong>May</strong>an 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 <strong>Placencia</strong> 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 <strong>Placencia</strong> Office Supply. Ph: 523-3100/627-1663. Best prices around!Internet Access<strong>Placencia</strong> 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