March Breeze 2012 Part 1 - The Placencia Breeze
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Discovering Scuba with Avadon DiversBy Jolie PollardPBTIA Executive Director, director@placencia.com<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> - <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 3WelcomeA Letter From the EditorScantily-clad, sexy ladies. Halfnakedbuff men. Thumping Caribbeanjams. Yup! Easter isaround the bend! And, I readyfuh bash – me and hundreds ofother Belizeans who book acouple of months in advance tosecure their spot on our beautiful Peninsula.I share the excitement of many other locals whoawait friends and family traveling the length andbreadth of Belize to participate in the biggestparty <strong>Placencia</strong> sees each year. As we prepare forthe crowds, making sure we’re well stocked ondrinks and food and our hotel rooms are clean,we want to let the Easter Bashers in on a fewthings about our community.<strong>Placencia</strong> BTIA staff members at the <strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Center can now fill you in on our underwater world.We hear and boast about it all thetime. Belize – top scuba divingdestination in the world! We frequentlybump into divers aroundhere on the <strong>Placencia</strong> Peninsula as they do everydayterrestrial things like eating at restaurants,drinking a cold Belikin, shopping for groceries …But since Sunday, <strong>March</strong> 11, we look at thesefellow homo sapiens in a totally different light.We feel as though we have been granted copiesof the golden keys to their special secret society,and we can’t help but feel a little ashamed of ourselvesthat it took us this long to explore this gloriousworld right in our own backyard.<strong>Placencia</strong> BTIA’s Front Desk and MembershipOfficer Apolo Caliz and I joined a team of diverson Avadon’s beautiful “Ava Josette”, admittedlyfeeling slightly intimidated as they handled theirequipment like champs and chatted about theirgazillion dives. “Is this your first time?”, inquireda young teenage American girl who spent a goodpart of the boat ride laying out on the bow of theboat completely unfazed as we sped over choppyseas. “You’re going to love it!” This was herfourth trip to Belize, and she’s even dived theblue hole.I quickly realize that these wetsuit people arelooking out for us, but I haven’t even entered thewater yet and just the sight of all the tanks sittingalongside the onboard seating area has my heartracing. Avadon Dive Instructors Jerome Williamsand James Andrews have been checking in regularly.<strong>The</strong>n, James leads us to the bow to go overa quiz we took in the Avadon office earlier thatday. It all made sense, but I needed to be in thewater to really get that flip chart.<strong>The</strong> dive boat anchors in a shallow area of theSouth Water Marine Reserve – the largest marinereserve in Belize – after cutting through gorgeousturquoise waters. Jerome gears us up withour vests, our weight belts and our fins and DiveMaster Trainee Patrick Parks hands us our masks.I was nervous, but I went for it and broke somewaves. I was in. Flippers, tank, vest and all. “I’malive. Okay. This isn’t so bad.” I look over atApolo, and he doesn’t seem scared at all eventhough I was the one who didn’t hesitate for asecond to accept this Discover Scuba invitation.Ron SpilmanJerome reviews the basics we covered in the flipchart with James, but I ask him to repeat himselfmany times just to calm my nerves. I’m astonishedby his patience. We go underwater, breathingthrough our regulators. Jerome with his newpuffy face, instructs us to remove the regulator.This wasn’t something that we would necessarilyhave to do during our dive, but an essential safetyexercise in Discover Scuba. Apolo goes beforeme and succeeds on his first attempt Jeromeawards him a firm handshake. I wasn’t as cool. Igave Jerome the “something’s wrong” hand signal,and we return to the surface again and again.Poor Jerome. I couldn’t trust that if I let this contraptionout of my mouth while underwater andexhale and reinstate the contraption into mymouth, that I would actually live to see anotherday. I thought about retreating to the boat andchickening out, but I took every last bit of couragein me and forced myself to let go of the fearand trust my new best friend, the regulator. I wasawarded a handshake too! We passed this importantinitiation into the world of scuba and after welearned how to breathe underwater – even in ascenario where we would need to replace ourregulators, it was smooth, graceful ... well, somewhatgraceful flipping and plenty of “okay” signals.Later the boat takes us to a deeper location in theReserve, and we stayed near to Jerome. We sawbrilliantly colored and animated marine organismsup close and personal – all I could think is,“How will I ever enjoy snorkeling as much afterthis?!” At one point I felt I could engage in a longconversation with a massive grouper staring atme from inside his comfy sponge coral. We sawhuge lobsters that were surprisingly aggressive,reaching out at us with their antennae while defendingtheir coral homes. We also spotted severalof the notorious lionfish who recently stolepassports to enter the waters of Belize. <strong>The</strong>n, thecoveted moment we were hoping for … a beautifulloggerhead turtle swims out of the blue. It wasmagical, and I kept my eyes on the endangeredcreature for as long as I could, making sure tocapture its image in the permanent storage compartmentof my brain.<strong>The</strong>y own this place. This is their dominion. <strong>The</strong>entire experience is so humbling.Time passes quickly underwater. We started ouradventure at 1 p.m. and after our breathing exercise,our first dive and snack breaks on scrumptiouscoconut carrot cake from Dangriga, Apoloand I were getting ready for a night snorkel offSouth Water Caye ...Belizeans are famous for a strong sense of pride,but having been visiting <strong>Placencia</strong> for the past 26years and having been living here for the pasteight months, I have to say the pride in this communityhere is like none I have ever witnessedbefore. While some of us have our differences, atthe end of the day we all come together to supporta common cause: be it, chipping in to helpsomeone undergo surgery, assisting the childrenof a deceased parent, supporting an event benefitingthe local tourism industry … <strong>Placencia</strong> peoplecare about their 12-mile-long scratch of landand its surrounding waters with all their heart.And we ask you to keep that in mind as you enjoywhat we have to offer during the Easter holidays.Throw away your trash. Respect our businessowners. Be patient with our bartenders andservers! Tip well. Most importantly, bash it up!Peace and be safe!Jolie Pollard, director@placencia.comFinding VibrantNightlife ... UnderwaterBy Apolo CalizPBTIA Front Desk and Membership Officer,frontdesk@placencia.comIf you thought that underwater adventure by dayis fascinating, you must do a night snorkel. <strong>The</strong>reare creatures lurking around at night that you willnot have the privilege to see during the day. AvadonDivers Snorkel Guide Reina Eiley made mesee the underwater life in a whole new perspective.I used to believe that at night, everythingwent to sleep – but I was wrong. It’s nothing likethat – everything is so much more exciting andalive. I saw these little mini translucent palmtrees in the water that go underground when theyare touched. I later learned they are called featherduster worms. All the micro organisms that wemiss during the day are much more visible likethe tiny little glowing creatures that swarmedaround us like fireflies. This is definitely a trip Iwill recommend to anyone who is interested inexploring our pristine World Heritage Site.FEATURE YOUR TOUR IN THEPLACENCIA BREEZE!Let our team join your weekendtrip and help us get the word out!Call us at 523-4045 or e-mailinfo@placencia.com
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 4Hundreds Expected to Visit <strong>Placencia</strong> forthe Easter Holidays: All Hotels Booked!Many Belizeans are preparing for their Easter Holiday,which starts on Good Friday, April 6 (for some on HolyThursday) and continues until Easter Monday, April 9. Followinglong-time tradition for many families from all overthe country, most of them are planning to head our way.Hotel rooms have been booked, buses have been charteredand local businesses on the Peninsula are busily preparingfor the crowds.Expect to find the stretch of beach from Cozy Corner, pastTipsy Tuna to DeViners covered with beach bodies. Most ofthe fun will be concentrated at the Tipsy Tuna Seaside andSports Bar for their 10 th Annual Easterfest. Love FM – themost widely broadcast radio station in Belize – will be joiningand co-hosting the grand beach party. <strong>The</strong> event willfeature an impressive lineup of party DJs including popularBelizean DJs: DJ Tambran, DJ Money, DJ Z, DJ Scrape, aswell DJ Kareem from Los Angeles. In addition to the bashmentmusic, games, prizes and surprises, Tipsy will againhost the highly anticipated swim suit competition.While next-door Cozy Corner typically entertains beachgoerswith a few racy shows as well, this year they have decidedto focus their energies on providing delicious food andcozy accommodations to visitors.Along the buzzing stretch of beach sand, De Viners Restaurant and Bar willalso be dishing up food to famished partiers, as well as chill live music forthose who want to take the intensity down a few notches.After partying on the beach all day on Saturday, April 7, don’t bother changingout of your swimwear because the Barefoot Bar along the main road ishaving its next Full Moon extravaganza with a Beach <strong>Part</strong>y theme.Gillian ZabanehEaster 2011: Crowds gather on Tipsy Tuna’s patio to watch swimsuit contest.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> BTIA wishes everyonea safe and fun Easter holiday!EASTER INFO• Really want to be a part of the <strong>Placencia</strong> fun, but have nowhere to stay? Bring your camping gear! It is totally legalto sleep on the beach, but you are completely responsiblefor your welfare … and bon fires are NOT allowed on thebeach.• For visitors traveling to <strong>Placencia</strong> from IndependenceVillage, the Hokey Pokey has you covered! Boats will berunning all day long throughout the Easter holidays.• Buses from Dangriga to <strong>Placencia</strong> on James Bus Line willbe running regularly on Holy Thursday and Easter Monday.Schedules will change from Good Friday through EasterSunday. Call James Bus Line at 702-2049.
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 7A Taste of the PeninsulaThanks our musicians fordonating theirtime and talent!!!ALL PHOTOS BY MUZAMANIZE PHOTOGRAPHYBelizean Fusions: Amal, Natsy, Randalphand Emmeth playing Afro-fusions.Just Us: Fred, Julie and Johnplaying Folk Rock.Graham rocked out onguitar with Blue Rhino(Fred, Mark and Beau)and <strong>The</strong> Usual Suspects(Steve, Mitch and Beau).Beau blew the didgeridoowhile performing alongwith Coco Loco: Emmethand DJ Marcus playingworld electronic beats.Aaron playing ClassicalSpanish Guitar.Mark (Blue Rhino & Usual Suspects)plays harmonica alongside Mitch.
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<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 9Winners at St. Alphonsus Roman CatholicPrimary School, Seine Bight Village:Std. VI G: Dorian WilliamsStd. V: Casey ChristensenStd. IV M: Dujon HuwlettStd. III C: Jadon ForemanStd. II F: Davin LopezInf. II L: Deanna WilliamsInf. II W: Eloy MaturaInf. 1 R: Tory RamirezSTUDENTOFMONTHTHEWinners at St. John’s MemorialAnglican Primary School in<strong>Placencia</strong> VillageIn collaboration with educators at the twoprimary schools on the <strong>Placencia</strong> Peninsula,the Student of the Month Programrecognises one student from each classroomwho exemplifies good behaviourand demonstrates academic excellence.Each student is presented a certificate bytheir respective teachers in front of theirpeers at a special ceremony during campusassembly. Parents are encouraged tomotivate their children to strive for this specialhonour!<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> BTIA would like to thank all THEteachers who took the time to select winners andPrincipals Mr. Ogaldez and Ms. Martinez for theirtime and effort with organizing award presentations.CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL WINNERS!Infant 1 G: Dorisa PerezInfant 2 S: Kanye LeslieInfant 2 W: Alina FerrelStd. 1 F: Keyla OviedaStd. 2 B: Mishawny ArthursStd. 3 E: Enomie RowlandStd. 4 T: Leah CalStd. 4 L: Luis OjedoStd. 5 S: Carla LopezStd. 6 T:Shane Vellos
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 10MARCH <strong>2012</strong><strong>The</strong> work behind the scenes under themanagement of RG will not gounnoticed. <strong>The</strong> grounds at Robert’sGrove are extensive and requireconstant attention. When guests see thetidiness of the grounds, it is many timesforgotten how much hard work andattention to details this requires.Mariano Co exemplifies the work ethic and team spirit that RGembodies. He is very introverted, but loved by all; thus, the titleof February <strong>2012</strong> Employee of the Month. Go Mariano!!!
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 11<strong>Placencia</strong> BTIA’s Updated List of Licensed Tour Guides as of <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>Alvarado, Francisco <strong>2012</strong>-Nov. 11Bech, Christian <strong>2012</strong> - Nov 18Benguche, Bryan <strong>2012</strong> - May 5Bonnel, Eusebio <strong>2012</strong> –Nov 11Cabral, Daniel <strong>2012</strong>– Feb 7Cabral, Egbert <strong>2012</strong> - Feb 11Cabral, Julian <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 22Cabral, Mark <strong>2012</strong> - Aug 9Carr, Edwin <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 11Castellanos, Wayne <strong>2012</strong>– Nov 8Chan, Clodia <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 11Chun, Cirilo <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 1Coc, Diego <strong>2012</strong>– Mar 14Cuevas, Eloy <strong>2012</strong> - Oct 3Cuevas, Ian <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 14Eiley, George "Benji" <strong>2012</strong> - Feb 11Eiley, George <strong>2012</strong> - April 5Eiley, Kenroy <strong>2012</strong> - May 13Eiley, Marisa Reina <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 21Faux, Sean <strong>2012</strong> - May 13Faux, Leslie <strong>2012</strong> - Nov 11Faux, Randolph <strong>2012</strong> - Feb 21Forman, Eric <strong>2012</strong> - Dec 14Ferrel, Christain <strong>2012</strong> - Aug 31Garbutt, Alexander <strong>2012</strong> - Jan 28Garbutt, Bertrand <strong>2012</strong> - April 23Garbutt, Eworth renewingGarbutt, Clive <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 19Garbutt, Gilbert Jr <strong>2012</strong> - Dec 8Garbutt, George <strong>2012</strong> - April 12Garbutt, Jeremy <strong>2012</strong> - Feb 11Garbutt, Kylon <strong>2012</strong> - April 5Garbutt, Percival <strong>2012</strong> - April 30Garbutt, Terry <strong>2012</strong> - Feb 11Garbutt, Walter <strong>2012</strong> - April 23Garbutt, Warren <strong>2012</strong> - Jan 4Garbutt, Wellington Clive <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 19Garbutt, Winsley <strong>2012</strong> - May 20Garcia, Leopold <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 4Gardiner, Doyle 2013 - Jan 9Godfrey, Dale 2011 - May 13Godfrey, Earl <strong>2012</strong>- Jan 28Godfrey, Louis <strong>2012</strong> - Feb 11Gongora, Prince <strong>2012</strong> - Mar 11Gordon, Percival <strong>2012</strong> - Apr 30Gordon, Raymond <strong>2012</strong>– Feb 3Hernandez, Ana <strong>2012</strong>– Mar 14Herrera, Miguel <strong>2012</strong> - Jan 10Ical, Juan <strong>2012</strong> - Nov 11Katzenberg, Chad <strong>2012</strong>– Mar14Leslie, Ainsworth <strong>2012</strong>– Jul 31Leslie, Bernard renewingLeslie, Bruce renewingLeslie, Corey <strong>2012</strong>– Jan 30Leslie, Doren <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Leslie, Ivan Sr renewingLeslie, Mark <strong>2012</strong> - Jan 4Leslie, Rene <strong>2012</strong> - Dec 20Leslie, Russell <strong>2012</strong> - Jan 28Linarez, Francisco renewingLongsworth, Gareth <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Lopez, Stephen <strong>2012</strong> - Feb 12Lopez, Sydney <strong>2012</strong>– Jan 28Lozano, Devin <strong>2012</strong> - April 3Mayen, Kirk 2011 - Dec 11McNeil, Anne-Marie <strong>2012</strong> - Sept 26Mes, Basilio <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 3Miralda, Emely <strong>2012</strong>– June 25Modera, Kevin <strong>2012</strong>– Jan 28Muschamp, Alrin <strong>2012</strong> - April 5Muschamp, Evaristo <strong>2012</strong> - Dec 21Neal, Harry <strong>2012</strong> - Jan 10Pau, Juan <strong>2012</strong> - Sep 13Pollard, Nick <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Ramirez, Patricia <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Rhamdas, Hank <strong>2012</strong>-Apr 4Tucker, Elroy <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Vernon, Arthur <strong>2012</strong>– Mar 23Vernon, David <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Vernon, Ian <strong>2012</strong> - Oct 22Vernon, Levi <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Villanueva , Andria <strong>2012</strong> - Nov 11Villanueva, Clint <strong>2012</strong> - April 3Villanueva, Faygon <strong>2012</strong> - April 5Villanueva, Rafael <strong>2012</strong> - Nov 4Westby, Zane <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Williams, Alfred <strong>2012</strong> - <strong>March</strong> 14Williams, Andre <strong>2012</strong> - May 20Williams, Jason <strong>2012</strong> - Jan 14Young, Brent <strong>2012</strong> - Apr 30Young, Carlton <strong>2012</strong>– Apr 23Young, Dorian <strong>2012</strong>– Apr 23Young, Dwayne <strong>2012</strong> - Aug 18Young, Hubert <strong>2012</strong> - April 5Young, Shawn <strong>2012</strong>– Aug 11Young Stephen <strong>2012</strong>– Apr 28Zuniga, Alfonso <strong>2012</strong>– Sept 25Please note that some licensed guides mightnot appear on this list. Feel free to contact the<strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Center at 523-4045 forfurther information.This service is provided by the <strong>Placencia</strong>BTIA in partnership with the <strong>Placencia</strong>Tour Guide Association and theBelize Tourism Board.
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 12MARETHA MCCULLOCK & STEVE CHRISTENSENSEINE BIGHT VILLAGEPHONE# 501-523-3555FAX# 501-523-3553EMAIL: ccf@btl.netAGENTS FORINSUR ANCE CORPORATION OF BELIZE LTD.“Making a Positive Difference in a Changing Belize”Home owners InsuranceCommercial Property InsuranceMotor Vehicle InsuranceMarine Cargo InsuranceMarine Liability InsuranceTour Operators InsuranceOther Liability InsuranceOPENING HOURSMONDAY – FRIDAY 7:30 AM TO 5 PMSATURDAY 7:30 TO 12:00PMALSO AGENT FOR:SEND MONEY COUNTRYWIDE!<strong>Placencia</strong>Corozal TownCorozal BoarderOrange Walk TownLadyvilleBelize CityBelmopanSan Ignacio TownDangriga TownIndependencePunta Gorda Town
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SHOP AT THE PLACENCIATOURISM CENTER!GOING FAST! FAST! FAST!SIDEWALK ARTS FESTIVAL T-SHIRTS TAdults: $30Kids: $25PAST EVENT T-SHIRTSTONLY $10!!!Also check out other fundraiser T-shirts benefitting the<strong>Placencia</strong> Volunteer Fire Department, <strong>The</strong> Peninsula ShotokanKarate Class and the<strong>Placencia</strong> Moorings Project!POPULAR ITEM!Heavenly Belize: $99Impress your house guests with this coffee table bookshowcasing unique aerial shots of Belize.Comes in beautiful gift bag!FEATURED BOOK!“Treehouse Perspectives: Living High on Life” by Christina andKirby Salisbury: $32“Living light on little became a way of life when the Salisburysmoved their family into a tree house in Belize” …We also carry ….FIELD GUIDES, MARINE GUIDES ROAD MAPS, USED BOOKSPOSTCARDS … AND LOADS OF FREE INFORMATION!!!!Planning trip to Honduras?Buy your tickets to Puerto Cortes with us! $120 one-way.OPENING HOURS: 9 A.M. TO 5 P.M.MONDAYS TO FRIDAYSCALL: 523-4045 or e-mail info@placencia.com
BREEZE ON THESCENEVolunteers participate in <strong>The</strong> People’sReferendum on Offshore Drilling at theSeine Bight Polling Station ... SteveFasano from Maya Beach holds hisdouble bass at De Viners ... BarefootBar’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration saw aguy in a morph suit and a bag pipesplayer! … Don’t mess with the KarateKids. <strong>The</strong>y’ll get you! … <strong>Placencia</strong>Volunteer Fire Department’sKathy andSteve Anglinwadeenjoy themselves atthe Flaming HeartBall. Kareem dishesout yummy food …Event OrganizersCindy and Jim Wellerget ready to prepareraffle drawing. Guestsdanced the night awayat Tipsy Tuna! … De-Lite Café’s cool bunnyrolls impressed!
<strong>Placencia</strong> BTIA Members cont.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 18Lydia’s Guest House lydias@btl.net 523-3117 523-3354 Lydia VillanuevaLynn Jackson & Doug Simons travlnjack@btl.net 523-3117 Lynn Jackson and Doug SimonsManatee Inn manateeinn@btl.net 523-4083 Slavek MachackaMarechal, Jeanne revjeannem@gmail.com 626-5567 Jeanne MarechalMaya 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 mayaplaya@btl.net 523-8121 Chuck MearesMes, Basilio admin@exoticabelize.com 624-1470 Basilio MesMichelo Flats harbour21@gmail.com 523-3519 626-2518 Michel ArdoullieMiller’s Landing millersplacencia@yahoo.com 523-3010 523-3011 Gary & Ann MillerMiramar Apartments info@miramarbelize.com 523-3658/3117 503-3095 Ilsa VillanuevaMirasol Villa info@mirasolbelize.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique McKenzieMission Bay Christian Retreat cbelize@btl.net 523-3654 651-9300 Don PalmerMnM Hardware <strong>Placencia</strong> duncker@btl.net 523-3517 523-3537 Dora DunckerMoorings Belize Ltd. mooringsbelize@btl.net 523-3351 523-3206 Renee BrownMosquito Coast Trading Co. Ltd. rjay@btl.net 523-8141 610-1441 Ray TwanowNautical Inn nifrontdesk@yahoo.com 523-9535 Dr. Roger & Gail BlairOcean’s Edge oceanedge@vl.videotron.ca 514-606-5582 514-697-9435 Francine MartelOcean Pro info@oceanprobelize.com 630-8855 Ramona SengespeickOne World Rental oneworldplacencia@yahoo.com 523-3103 620-9975 Claudia HardeggerOoga Booga Fun Club 628-1250 Francis Gagliano/ Max MullinsPalmetto Place info@ctbelize.com 523-3481 523-3081 Robert FoxPalmtree Designs muzamanzie@btl.net 523-3563 603-5143 Marion & Ed CarrPapaya Boutique papayaboutique@gmail.com 670-3665Paradise Vacation Hotel info@belize123.com 523-3179 523-3256 Alan & Deloris StammPeninsula Citizens for Sustainable Development info@saveourpeninsula.org 523-3587 Adrian Vernon & Mary Toy<strong>Placencia</strong> Adventures by Land or by Sea placenciaadventures@yahoo.com 523-3307 622-1886 Ainsworth “Cubby” Leslie<strong>Placencia</strong> Bazaar beachbazaar@yahoo.com 523-4309 Annette & Sonny Vernon<strong>Placencia</strong> Humane Society maryann.inbz@yahoo.com 523-3406 Mary Smith - President<strong>Placencia</strong> Mini Storage arbonabzrealty@yahoo.com 636-0566 628-7926 Ruth Turner & Fred Arbona<strong>Placencia</strong> Tennis bobbelize21@gmail.com 626-4015 Bob & Lida Rodgers<strong>Placencia</strong> Yacht Club potoker@gmail.com 970-209-7251 Michael PotokerPlatinum Designs hannah@sbplatinum.com 610-0327 Hannah CowellProperty Pro Belize frank@belizeproperty.com 523-3292 628-1250 Frank GaglianoRanguana Lodge ranguana@btl.net 523-3112 523-3112 Joy LeslieRe/Max Belize Property Center david@belizepropertycenter.com 631-9622 523-3666 David KafkaRobert’s Grove info@robertsgrove.com 523-3565Robert Nicolait and Associates rnabelize@yahoo.com 523-3149 Lou NicolaitRumfish y vino rumfish@btl.net 523-3293 666-6934 Pamela & John SolomonSeahorse Dive Shop seahorse@btl.net 523-3166 523-3166 Brian & Ardie YoungSeaspray Hotel info@seasprayhotel.com 523-3148 615-2925 Jodie & Norman LeslieSeaview Suites placenciaseaview@gmail.com 523-3777 John & Marian ChanSecret Garden Day Spa lee@secretgardenplacencia.com 523-3420 609-3104 Lee NyhusSecret Garden Restaurant thesecretgardenrestaurant@live.com 523-3617 Randy & SabrinaSilver Leaf yoliebrown@hotmail.com 970-944-2550 970-944-0552 William & Jolanda Brown, Stefano/agentSinging Sands Inn info@singingsands.com 533-3022 634-6973 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 info@seabelize.org 523-3377 523-3395 Nellie CatzimSpectarte Gallery spectarte@gmail.com 533-8019 Jenny WildmanSpilman, Ron spilmangw@gmail.com 600-8374 Ron SpilmanSplash Dive Center patricia@splashbelize.com 523-3058 620-6649 Patricia RamirezSunset Pointe Condos ewinche713@aol.com 523-3314 Eric & Janis WinchesterTaylor, Rand rndtylr@yahoo.com 661-9398 Rand TaylorTaylor, Winston wftaylorii@yahoo.com 623 7971 Winston Taylor<strong>The</strong> Added Touch rrobin@btl.net 223-0054 223-1461 Robin McCutheon<strong>The</strong> Arches mrisk@trecinc.net 479-841-7970 523-3519 Mark Risk<strong>The</strong> Flamboyant flamboyantplacencia@gmail.com 628-1143 Angie Markham<strong>The</strong> Maine Stay drewtravers@gmail.com 523-3507 Drew Travers<strong>The</strong> North Beach debanddave@btl.net 523-3207 Deborah & Dave Vernon<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> Hotel & Residences info@theplacencia.com 533-4110 520-4112 Marco Caruso & Elena Cuellar<strong>The</strong> Shak Beach Café theshakbelize@yahoo.com 622-1686 Magda Morales<strong>The</strong> Villas at Cocoplum BMannsfeld@yahoo.com 610-0294 628-6447 Boris Mannsfield or Erin Ivy<strong>The</strong> Yellow House info@ctbelize.com 523-3481 523-3081 Veronique McKenzieThree Iguanas Villa colibrihouse@gmail.com 605-0586 Stefano Ragagnin & Joe StarkToucan Lulu reservations@toucanlulu.com 628-8474 Paul FanningTony’s Gym tony@belizefit.com 631-9622 Tony PinderTradewinds trdewndpla@btl.net 523-3122 Janice LeslieTree of Life Massage Studio smallkristine@yahoo.com 624-5408 Kristine SmallTrip N Travel lgodfrey@btl.net 523-3205 523-3205 Laura Godfrey & Fiona MacfarlaneTurtle Inn frontdesk@turtleinn.com 523-3244 Martin KredietTuttifrutti Ice Cream Parlor tizy.lory@virgilio.it Tiziana Del ColVillage Inn info@thevillageinnbelize.com 523-3481 253-3081 Veronique MckenzieWaterfront Real Estate waterfrontbelize@aol.com 610-3264 Patrick & Denise CallahanWendy’s Creole Restaurant & Bar wendylemus02@hotmail.com 523-3335 Wendy LemusWestwind Hotel westwind.hotel@gmail.com 523-3255 523-4016 George & Lisa WestbyWhipray Caye Lodge whipraycaye@yahoo.com 610-1068 Julian & Beverly CabralWhite Sand Villa jeangabebze@yahoo.com 604-7471 James Grover &Jeanie GabourelWild Orchid Properties tom@wildorchidproperties.com Tom HitchcockYellow Bella yellowbella@alice.it 605-0586 Stefano RagagninYoli’s Bar regantrethewey@hotmail.com 625-2763 Yolanda TretheweyYount, Doran & Kim takunchances@yahoo.com 670-4130 Doran & Kim YountZ-Touch Day Spa yselazab@hotmail.com 523-3513 Ysela Zabaneh<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> BTIA would like to thank all our renewing members!Haven’t renewed your <strong>2012</strong> membership yet?Stop by the <strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Center by <strong>March</strong> 31 to help us continue our mission to develop arobust and professional membership association, which promotes, advocates and representsthe interests of its members for the benefit of the tourism industry.
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 19Wait… <strong>The</strong>re’s More to Gladden Spit Than Whale Sharks!By Rachel T. GrahamDirector of the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Gulf and Caribbean Sharks and Rays Programme, rgraham@wcs.orgIt’s<strong>March</strong> again and for many in Belize and abroad, the calendar marksthe annual return of whale sharks to Gladden Spit. Eager to stop in at theBarrier Reef’s premier shark dining spot to feed on the spawn of cuberaand dog snappers (Lutjanus cyanopterus and L. jocu respectively), whalesharks arrive from other parts of the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico to feedon eggs less than one mm in diameter. Satellite and acoustic tagging of whalesharks conducted between 2000 until 2011 revealed that Gladden Spit is a keystop over point for mainly juvenile male whale sharks. <strong>The</strong>se animals aremoving from one key dining spot in the Western Caribbean and Gulf of Mexicoto another. In fact, tagging studies have shown that the Mesoamerican BarrierReef that encompasses Honduras, Guatemala, Belize and Mexico is a migratorycorridor for the world’s largest fish, which they travel along feeding onpelagic sprat in Honduras to snapper spawn in Belize and plankton and tunaspawn in Mexico. Fromthere the animals eitherreturn south or voyage intothe Gulf of Mexico or overto Cuba.What many people don’tknow though is that theconditions at GladdenSpit’s natural underwatertheater orchestrate a dizzyingdiversity of animalsother than the world’s largestfish. <strong>The</strong> cast of greatsinclude at least 27 speciesof medium to large sizefish that spawn at the siteand no less than 14 speciesof other sharks and rays.Once Belize protected thewhale shark critical feedinghabitat at Gladden Spit in2000, conferred nationalprotection on whale sharksin 2003, and also protected11 of the country’s fishspawning aggregation sites,we turned our attention tothe many other species ofsharks and rays that have received little attention in the country. Populations ofsharks and rays globally are in dramatic decline due to overfishing with a high-end figure of 73 million sharks fished annually and depletions of over 90 percentfor several species in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. Few know thatBelize has hosted a shark fishery over the past few decades. From the 1960sto 1993, the fishery initially provided celebrants of the Lenten period prior toEaster with salted dried shark fillet; however, mounting demand from theAsian fin market has seen greater pressure and extraction of these fishes. <strong>The</strong>dried fins are processed to make shark fin soup, a cultural delicacy, but whichis also known to contain high levels of methyl mercury. This potent and damagingneurotoxin is also prevalent in the meat of at least 11 shark species inBelize suggesting that it is better to eat panades made out of finfish.<strong>The</strong> ecological role that sharks and rays play differs according to the speciesstudied. But sharks and rays are generally recognized to help to regulate preypopulations and by doing so can help ecosystems such as the coral reef tomaintain resilience against climate change and degradation. <strong>The</strong>y accomplishthis in part by enabling herbivorous fish to maintain their population levelsand clean the reef of stifling macroalgae. When there is too much macroalgaenew corals have nowhere to settle and contribute to maintaining coral cover.Several studies conducted primarily in the Pacific have shown that areas ofhigh shark abundance correlates not only with healthier and more widespreadcoral coverage but also with high abundance of other large fish species includingjacks, groupers and snappers.Dr. Graham and Belizean students in “Kids Meet Sharks” program funded by the Whitley Fund forNature, get up close and personal with small tiger shark by Calabash Caye.Tony RathSo to better understand our sharks in Belize and the role that marine reservesplay in providing protection, we expanded our broadly collaborative Belizeoperated and based shark research conducted over the past 14 years, to encompassa range of coastal andreef associated sharks andrays. Species included in ourstudies include: Caribbeanreef sharks, lemon sharks,nurse sharks, great hammerheads,Caribbean sharpnosesharks, blacktip sharks, tigersharks, Southern stingrays(diamond shape and mostcommonly seen), eagle rays,longnose stingrays (brown,shaped like a southern stingraybut possessing a sharpsnout), Caribbean whiptailstingrays (large round andgrey), and even the moreocean going silky sharks,which are often found swimmingwith schools of tuna aswell as the transiting whalesharks. Our study conductedin southern Belize in partnershipwith the Fisheries Department,the Forestry Department, tour-guides, fishers,the private sector and the nongovernmentalorganisations:Southern Environmental Association(SEA), TIDE and SATIIM, included the South Water Caye MarineReserve (MR), Gladden Spit and the Silk Cayes MR, Port Honduras MR,Paynes’ Creek National Park, the Sarstoon and Temash National Park and theSapodilla Cayes MR examined catch per unit effort (number of sharks andrays captured per 100 hooks per hour) inside and outside of the marine reserves.We found a significantly higher abundance of sharks and rays insidethe protected areas versus outside suggesting that marine reserves bestow protectionfor sharks regardless of levels of enforcement, which vary betweenMRs. <strong>The</strong> protective aspect is also partly due to the fact that these marine reservespossess a common ban on the use of nets and longlines, the primarygears used to catch sharks.<strong>The</strong>re are still many questions regarding the status of sharks in northern Belize,a transboundary area with Mexico.Please see GLADDEN SPIT’S MARINE DIVERSITY on page 20.
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>– <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 20Gladden Spit’s Marine DiversityContinued from Page NineteenFollowing on the success of the Southern Belize Shark and Ray study, webegan a long-term study of the sharks, rays and turtles at Lighthouse ReefAtoll in 2007 and conducted a pilot northern component to ourSouthern Belize Study in 2010 that identified what appears to bethe first bull shark nursery ground in the Mesoamerican BarrierReef. This year we broadened the pilot project to a full-scale projectthat encompasses the coast of northern Belize to the BarrierReef and out to Lighthouse Reef Atoll. We expanded our tools touse baited remote underwater video cameras (BRUVs) and inwater transects. BRUVs literally work like the commonly usedterrestrial camera traps used to study species such as jaguars.Using a set amount of time on the ocean’s floor and bait, theseinstallations tell us how many sharks and rays visit different sites,offering comparisons of abundance and diversity between habitatsand areas with and without protection. Our in-water transectshave already provided us with excellent insights into the areas ofhighest ray and turtle densities according to different habitats andprotection levels (e.g. inside or outside of MRs). Synthetically,these studies will provide us with a countrywide status of sharksand rays and information on their relative abundance and diversity,their demographics, feeding behavior and favored habitats.Anne at the Royal Geographic Society in central London. <strong>The</strong> award supportsher conservation work to protect 'top predators' like sharks thatmaintain the diversity of the entire reef ecosystem as well as maintainingthe star attractions for the tourists who visit Belize’s beautiful reef.Graham has dedicated 20 years of her life to saving endangered specieslike the whale shark.During the course of the Southern Belize shark and ray study, wealso uncovered a shark fishery conducted primarily by fishersfrom neighboring countries as well as information that nursesharks and rays were being increasingly targeted as the largermore commercially valuable sharks were harder to find. This information,along with increased outreach to the public on the longterm value of living sharks and increased pressure on the governmentto curb fishing pressure on sharks, led to a first round of legislationin 2011 that bans the fishing of nurse sharks and limits thenumber and size of nets deployed in unprotected areas.A public perception survey conducted with Belizeans throughout thecountry last year revealed that Belizeans hold mixed feelings towardssharks, somewhat scared of them but also understanding that these animalsare necessary alive for the good of the reef and country. Few Belizeanseat shark, which is a good thing considering the high methyl mercurylevels found in over 177 samples that we tested from 11 differentspecies. Most importantly is that regardless of age or sex, occupation orlocation, the majority of respondents felt strongly that sharks and raysshould be protected.One of the best ways to foster changes in attitudes towards sharks is byenabling people to see them up close and personal. Through our researchand Kids Meet Sharks program funded by the Whitley Fund for Nature,we have brought over 75 Belizean students, 14 teachers, 23 Belizean biologistsand marine reserve rangers and 53 fishers to meet sharks andrays up close and personal. For a taste of one of our educational tripswith Belizean 10-12-year-old students who meet sharks and rays for thefirst time, do look us up on You Tube (Kids meet sharks 2011) or via ourproject web site (www.belizesharks.org).We have our work cut out for us to elucidate the world of sharks and raysin Belize and promote their effectiveconservation. You can help!Take a moment to visit our BelizeShark Project web site(www.belizesharks.org) and viewour award winning documentary“Where have our sharks gone?”and log sightings of sharks orrays that you may have madeduring your snorkel and divetrips. And of course, if you haveseen and photographed whalesharks, please upload your informationand photos onto ECO-CEAN’s site(www.whaleshark.org).We look forward to hearing backfrom you and until then: HappySharking (and Raying!) ▪Rachel T. Graham, a Belizeannational, is the recipient of theWhitley Gold Award – one of theworld’s most prestigious prizesfor grassroots nature conservation.She was awarded in 2011 byHer Royal Highness PrincessRachel T. GrahamCaribbean Whiptail Stingray or Chupare cruises along the bottom of the ocean floor in GladdenSpit Marine Reserve.
King Henry FundraiserContinued from Page Twenty-twoHenry Darley Anderson or Henry Jr., was the second child and first sonborn to Dr. Henry D. Anderson and Mrs. Stephanie Gegg Anderson on<strong>March</strong> 26, 1976 in Kingston, Jamaica. Shortly after his birth, his familymoved to Nassau, Bahamas as the civil unrest in Jamaica had escalateddangerously. Eventually, the family re-located to Dangriga, Belize, Dr.Anderson's hometown. <strong>The</strong>re, Henry grew up with his older sister,Fayemarie, and two younger brothers, Aaron and Teres. Henry wouldgo to the same school as his father, his grandmother, Rose MarieKuylen and his great-grandfather Aurelio Kuylen, Sacred Heart School.He then attended Ecumenical High School but after his first year, hisfamily moved to Washington DC to serve as diplomats at the Embassyof Belize. Henry would then attend St. John's High School in Belize City,then Suger Montano in Guatemala City, when his family once againserved as diplomats in Guatemala at the Embassy of Belize. He wouldfinally graduate in Louisiana where he had moved to be with his sisterand Uncle Norris Anderson. Henry then moved to Minnesota where hemet his wife Andrea with whom he had his first son, Nyreh. He also becamea step father to Kiara Malone, Andrea's first child and onlydaughter from a previous union. He and his family moved to Belize, butit proved very difficult, and his wife and children soon returned to Min-<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>– <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 22nesota. By this time, Henry's family had all moved to Minnesota, so that onlyHenry remained in Belize. He then met Dixia with whom he created anotherfamily including his step daughter, Carolina and his two sons, Henry and Isak.This family called <strong>Placencia</strong> home and Henry was in the process of developinghis business as a great grill chef at his "King Henry's BBQ". Henry has alwaysstruggled with diabetes after being diagnosed at aged 13, at John’s Hopkins inWashington D.C.Siripohn’s Thai MassageCertified Thai <strong>The</strong>rapist<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>/MUZAMANZIEPHOTOGRAPHYKing Henry’s sonlooks up at his bigsister at thefundraiser.Proceeds from theevent assisted theirfamily with utilitycosts, theirschooling, and tokeep the familybusiness running.♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦Thai MassageEssential OilSwedishMassageJet Lag MassageBack and ShoulderFoot MassageBody TreatmentFacial TreatmentHair TreatmentWe do house calls!“King” Henry Anderson barbecues on St. George’s Caye.ANDERSON FAMILYMosquito Coast Ice, <strong>Placencia</strong> Village Council, Chen & Jane Eiley,Karen Young and Laura Godfrey.Situated across the road from Barefoot Bar right next tothe cemetery.E-mail: jenjira01@yahoo.comPhone number 600-0375 or 620-8718Many thanks to the following people and businesses who tirelessly soldraffle tickets –- a major feat with the draw less than a week after ticketsbecame available: Natasha August, Albina Ortiz (Karina’s clothing),Secret Garden Spa (Lee), <strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Center, <strong>Placencia</strong> TourismBusiness Organization, Rain or Shine delivery (Lisa), Fat Boyz Pizza(Bill), Papaya Boutique (Aline), Kathy Anglin-Wade, <strong>Placencia</strong> Bazzar(Nette), & LJ Store. And for all who volunteered their help on the dayof the barbecue fundraiser: Lee Nyhus, Marion Carr, Robert Clare,Steve Wade, Kathy Anglin-Wade, Lisa Williams Macias, CiaraVernon, Joelle Godfrey, Jen Godfrey, Tessa Eiley, Lloydia and Dr.Alexis Caballero, Dalton Eiley, Sr., Rotary Club of <strong>Placencia</strong> membersand Ms. Louise Wade Sr. JP who drew the raffle.For providing some light musical entertainment for everyone attendingthe fundraiser: Angela Suarez, Steve Fasano and Mitch Thorndike. If wemissed anyone, your help was just as appreciated. As you can see fromthe number of names, an overwhelming number of people supported thisevent and it’s easy to miss someone. ▪Biography from Henry’s funeral service:Henry the man behind King Henry’s BBQ:
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>– <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 24COMMUNITY briefsRotary Club of <strong>Placencia</strong>February proved to be a busy month for the Rotary Club of <strong>Placencia</strong> as wecontinued with our twice a month Bingo games, held our annual auction, continuedplanning on several projects, and had some fun at one of our Firesides.BINGO<strong>The</strong> first Bingo game of the month was held on February 2 as a large, enthusiasticcrowd gathered for a chance to win some money and help out their community.<strong>The</strong> lucky winners were Barbara, Ken, Martin, Adrian (3 time winner),Doug and Celia (split pot), Susan and Adrian’s mother (sorry we didn’t catchher name), and Bill. <strong>The</strong> winners of the jackpot game were Adrian’s motherand Jean who, despite not covering their cards in 49 numbers or less, still split aprize of well over $100.<strong>The</strong> crowd was even larger for the February 16 game as the word spread thatthe progressive jackpot had grown to $2300. <strong>The</strong> winners were <strong>The</strong>rese,Miriam, Steve, Diane and Adrian (split pot), Leslie, Bill, Miriam and Nazle(split pot), Maretha, and Alli. <strong>The</strong> progressive jackpot game winner was Pamela,who took home over $100 but left the pot to grow for the next game.We wish to thank everyone that comes out to support our Club, Kathy Anglinfor calling most of the games, and J-Dees for providing the venue. <strong>The</strong> nextgame will be on <strong>March</strong> 1 (games are on the first and third Thursdays of eachmonth) where the progressive jackpot will be worth around $2500, so, makesure to come early and get a good seat for the fun.FIRESIDE<strong>The</strong> first Fireside of <strong>2012</strong> was held on February 4 at Greg and Wanda’s houseas Rotarians and their spouses, significant others, and guests gathered for anevening of fun, good food (each guest brings a dish to share which always resultsin an abundance of outstanding food), fellowship, and entertainment. ThisFireside proved to be a special treat as internationally known musician BillMcElaney was here on his annual visit from Ireland and Belize’s own Peter“Titiman” Flores (Belize’s Culture Ambassador) combined their considerablemusical talents to entertain those gathered with a mix of Irish, Garifuna andAmerican music that proved music is truly universal.PENINSULA SHOTOKAN KARATECLASS SCHEDULEHeld every other Wednesday and FridayIn <strong>Placencia</strong> Community Center:Classes start promptly at 4:30 p.m.For more information and registration, contact:Robin McCutcheon, 610-4787Wednesdays<strong>March</strong> 28April 11April 25Fridays<strong>March</strong> 30April 13April 27We thank all that attended the Fireside, Greg and Wanda for hosting, and especiallythank Bill McElaney and Peter Flores for providing an evening of musicthat everyone will remember for a long time. We also wish to thank Alice formaking her appearance since it just wouldn’t be a party without Alice.AUCTIONSaturday February 11 saw a large crowd gather under the big tent at the <strong>Placencia</strong>Sidewalk Arts Festival for the Rotary Club of <strong>Placencia</strong>’s annual Auction.<strong>The</strong> bidding was lively and was, once again, directed by auctioneer and fellowRotarian Bill Butcher as well over $9,000 was raised to go towards projects inthe community. We wish to thank the BTIA and the Village Council for workingwith us to make a time and venue available, the people that came out andbid so generously on the items donated, and those that donated including (weapologize in advance for any that we miss here): Turtle Inn, Paradise Resort,Joe Carlson, <strong>Placencia</strong> Bazaar, Maya Beach Hotel, <strong>The</strong> Aguada, Los Porticos,Lost Reef, Singing Sands, DeLite Café, Mango’s, Insurance Corporation ofBelize/Caribbean Cabinet and Furniture, Lola’s Art, Goss Chocolate, BlueCrab, Patricia Celenza, Avadon Divers, Casa <strong>Placencia</strong>, MnM Hardware, FatBoyz Pizza, Rain or Shine Delivery, J-Dees Restaurant, Grill n Go Restaurant,Above Ground Coffee, Hatchet Caye, DeViners Restaurant, Kingfisher, BarefootServices, Anton Leslie Tattoo, Sandra Steele, Habaneros, French LouisCaye, Hot Mama’s, <strong>The</strong> Tooth Fairy, Barefoot Bar, Secret Garden, DavidKafka (ReMax), Greg Delafuente, Art Affair Gallery, Boris Mansfield and Associates,Tutti Frutti, Wendy’s Restaurant, Nite Wind, <strong>The</strong> Shak, Internet Café,Ocean Motion, Art & Soul Gallery, Z Touch, Wallen’s Market, Splash DiveShop, D’Tatch, Omar’s, Joy Tours, Treasure Box, Rumfish, Kathy Anglin,David Perez, Pine Lumber, Laru Beya, Cardelli Shrimp Farm, Added Touch,Chabil Mar, and Bob Edmonds. <strong>The</strong> generosity of these donors and the willingnessof bidders to actually bid more than the estimated value of some items iswhat makes our work in the community possible. This has proven to be ourlargest fund raiser of the year and we hope to make next year’s Auction evenbigger and better.ONGOING/UPCOMING PROJECTS AND EVENTSWork is continuing on several school related projects on the Peninsula, primarilywith the Rotary Club of Edmonton West, Canada, including additional workat the Seine Bight Preschool, the summer reading program and, possibly, someadditional scholarships for next year. We are also continuing planning work onthe Annual Senior Lunch in May and the construction of some picnic tables andbenches for the ball field and the beach.
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>– <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 25COMMUNITY BRIEFSGinny HowarthPeninsula Shotokan Karate Kids led by Sensei Robin McCutheon stand in front of visitingmembers of the Belize Shotokan Karate Association. <strong>The</strong> Karate Kids tested for theiryellow belts on <strong>March</strong> 17 in the <strong>Placencia</strong> Community Center and continued training thefollowing day on the rooftop of the home of Salvador and Gillian Zabaneh.All students succeeded with earning their yellow belts! As pictured above from left toright: Victor Zabaneh, Izak Leslie, Nyah Young, Casey Christensen and Erica Howarth.CONGRATULATIONS!PLACENCIA HUMANE SOCIETY FUNDRASIERBAREFOOT BAR · April 14, <strong>2012</strong> · 6PM til10.50/50 drawing, grand prize, door prizes,no admission.EASTER EGG EXTRAVAGANZA!!!APRIL 5 on the beach in front of Tipsy Tuna! STARTS AT 11 A.M.All school-age kids are welcome!Color eggs on the beach! Win best decorated Easter hat contest!<strong>The</strong>re will be many more games and prizes!!!CONTACT TRACEY EILEY AT 620-8003 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP! EGG DONATIONS ARE APPRECIATED!BINGOWITHTHE ROTARY CLUB OF PLACENCIAFIRST & THIRD THURSDAYS EVERY MONTHJ-DEES RESTAURANT6:00 PM SHARPCASH PRIZESPROGRESSIVE JACKPOTCHECK US ON FACEBOOKPLACENCIA ROTARYPLACENCIA ASSASSINSGAME SCHEDULEDATE TIME LOCATION VS.25 - <strong>March</strong> 4:00 p.m. Marshalleck HancookStadiumVerdes1 - April 4:00 p.m. Toledo Union Paradise FreedomFieldFighters8 - April 4:00 p.m. <strong>Placencia</strong> Football Belmopan BanditsField15 - April 4:00 p.m. <strong>Placencia</strong> Football San Ignacio F.C.FieldCOME OUT AND HELP YOUR COMMUNITYAPRIL 5 & 19OUR CLUBAs anyone who has regularly read these articles can see, the Rotary Clubof <strong>Placencia</strong> has accomplished much in our Community with a small, butgrowing, number of members. We encourage anyone that wants to helpout to join us at one of our meetings (Tuesdays at 12:30 PM at Yoli’s,lunch is $10) and find out what is planned. We work hard at times, but, therewards are the satisfaction of helping to make our community a betterplace while enjoying the fellowship of others with the same goals. We alsohave fun while we are working and have several social events a year thatadd up to a worthwhile and rewarding experience. Please consider joiningus, the more of us there are, the more we can accomplish by working together.LARRY MATTHEWS
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 26COMMUNITY BRIEFSCommissioner of Police Meets With Peninsula ResidentsOn Thursday, <strong>March</strong> 22, Peninsula residents packed the <strong>Placencia</strong> CommunityCenter to communicate their concerns about the issue of crime on the <strong>Placencia</strong>Peninsula to new Commissioner of Police David Henderson.Henderson travelled from his Belmopan Police Headquarters to the Peninsulato attend the urgent meeting called by the <strong>Placencia</strong> Village Council followinga perceived increase in crime on the Peninsula.Henderson said that a restructuring of the local police department is neededand that a review of <strong>Placencia</strong> Police personnel is ongoing. He informed attendeesthat the post of top cop on the Peninsula will be upgraded from sergeantto inspector, and they have already identified a candidate who will be appointedshortly.In addition to the appointment of a new inspector, Commissioner Hendersonalso assured the meeting that much needed vehicles would be assigned to thearea to augment the less than adequate single motorcycle that now serves the12-mile-long Peninsula.Also in attendance were Officer in Charge of the Tourism Police Unit DianeHall and the Belize Tourism Board’s Coordinator for the Tourism Police Unit(TPU) Raymond Mossiah. <strong>The</strong> two received accolades from the audience whenMossiah mentioned that the TPU has already made a down payment towardsthe purchase of a boat intended to assist the TPU with local coastline patrols.According to Mossiah, the TPU will operate the vessel in collaboration withthe Coastguard and local non-governmental organizations such as SouthernEnvironmental Association (SEA).Hall added that she and Mossiah have been working proactively, carefullylooking at their budget and trying to find new ways to deter and fight localcrime.In response to whether a police checkpoint would be installed along the northernsection of the <strong>Placencia</strong> Road, as recommended by the Peninsula 20/20<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>/MUZAMANZIE PHOTOGRAPHYinitiative, Commissioner Henderson said, “We will be looking at it.” ▪Want to contact the commissioner? Dial: 822-2224 or 610-6603.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>/MUZAMANZIE PHOTOGRAPHY<strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Business Organization Director Lloydia Caballero posesquestions to the Commissioner.Learn more about yourPeninsula.Read the20/20 Report.Visitwww.placencia.comand download your copy.
Grawbowski Fundraiser forSt. John’s Preschool, SuccessfulBy Ewa GrabowskiVolunteer, ewabelize@yahoo.comThis year was another great year at the Arts Festival. Lots of kids drawing– those gel pens sure were enjoyed!! We got lots of very bright pictures.We had fantastic calendars that the kids made at the school. Allthe teachers really did a great job to get each child to participate, andthen worked hard to glue all the pictures on the calendar.<strong>The</strong> silent auction for the artwork donated by Ana Osegueda, Africa,Miguel, JoAnn, Mia, as well as some of the jewelry donated by BarbMcNab, and Mocha lattes donated by Above grounds, raised $280.50for the pre-school. Ana is in high school, and Africa lives on a boat fromGuatemala, so both made the extra effort.<strong>The</strong> calendars and donations raised $930 for St. John’s. <strong>The</strong> total is$1,212.50! Africa showed us how to recycle cans, and we made paperclipholders, or little containers that can be used for spare change, etc.It’s great to get cans collected in the village and to make something outof them. We even got the principal and teachers making them.We want to thank the whole gang who helped make this possible. First,BTIA for the booth and tent. <strong>The</strong>n to Print Belize in Belmopan whoprinted the calendars and gave us lots of paper for a great price. Thanksto Principal Martinez, both for getting all the teachers to help, organizingthe painting at the school, and also for coming out to the festival tohelp us. Thanks to teachers, Sabal, Logan, Bol, Eiley, Torres, Tillett,Flowers, Westby, Smith, Guiterrez, Bermudez, Vernanon, James. Weappreciate all the time they took for the artwork at the festival.Next, the important part, all the kids who came out and painted andhelped to do all sorts of things. A special thank you to Ana, Africa, Miguel,Wilson, Kenima, Mia, Giovanna and Victor. We had some helperswho donated their time. Miss Wanda who was there both days, MissEwa, Miss Betty, Danah and her daughter, Mr. Roger, David “Ras” andBaha. <strong>The</strong> kids collected cans and thanks to Carelton and Tutti-Frutti forthe prizes for collecting the most cans, which were won by Thalia, Giovanna,Shana, and Africa. Wilson also got a prize for the most artworksold. He was a great help.Miss Dawn from Grill and Go allowed us to use her place to do some ofthe artwork. Thanks to my mother Mrs. Grabowski, my sister Barb andbrother-in-law Jack, and friend Kathy who donated the money and suppliesto make this project possible. Also thanks to Miss Janice as J.P. forcounting money.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> – <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 27BlueBelize Guesthouse & ToursIs seeking a live‐in General Manager for a popular Punta Gordaseaside guesthouse. <strong>The</strong> candidate must have the following attributesand qualifications:• Over 20 years of demonstrated commercial and personalproperty management• Demonstrated handyman skills (electrical/plumbing/construction)• Computer and internet literate (Excel, Word and web browsers)• Excellent professionalism and people skills• Demonstrated self‐direction and vision to grow the business• Must be able to travel internationally and possess a passport, aclean driver’s license and no criminal record.Mature candidates (over 40 yrs old) are preferred.Remuneration will be based on profit sharing.Send CV, 3 references, and letter of interest to Info@bluebelize.comby 30 <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>. Please do not call.Only those invited to interview will be contacted.www.easetaxburden.comBelize Business Solution Experts!• Belize Retiree Investor/Incentive Program with No Tax on Foreign Income• Formation of Local Belizean Corporation & Filing of Annual Returns• Work Permit for Business Owners• Buyer’s Agent Real Estate - Representing Buyers◊ Title Search / Purchase Agreements◊ Clean and Clear Transfer of Titles◊ Licensed Escrow Agent◊ Closing Real Estate Sales• Bookkeeping Services, including tax and social security reports• International Business Companies (IBCs) and related offshore services• Trust & Trustee ServicesCONTACT: Sales Management Team16 Albert Hoy Avenue, Belama Phase 1, (P.O. Box 2284) Belize City, BelizeTel: (501) 223-2077 Cell: (501) 610-5166US Tel: (954-323-8314)As usual I’m sure I’ve forgotten someone, but you are all greatlythanked for all that you did to riase all the money. We will have the calendarsfor sale at Above Grounds Coffee House. <strong>The</strong>y only cost $5. Allthe funds will be going to the school.LOTS FOR SALE WITH SLIPSMICHAEL POTOKERpotoker@gmail.complacenciayachtclub.comP.O. Box 66, Crested Butte, CO 81224, USAWe buy and sell usedboats and motors.Captain Shark’s Boatyard.226-4157 or 610-4470HOUSE FOR RENTOPENING HOURSTUESDAY-SATURDAY10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Contact: 670-3665Central <strong>Placencia</strong>‐Fenced in yard2 Story /2 Bedroom House (Only 1‐2persons)$850BZ + utilitiesCall: 523‐3063
ACCOMMODATIONSSouth of AirstripSpectarte Bed and Breakfast: located in Maya Beach, delightfuland Comfortable. Call 533-8019 or e-mail spectarte@gmail.comLos Porticos Villas: Luxury 2 BR villas, featuring fullkitchens, washer/dryer, A/C, cable TV, wireless internet & some of the moststunning views on the <strong>Placencia</strong> peninsula. King and/or queen beds. Sleepsofas & roll away beds available.Spacious bathrooms, some w/whirlpool tubs. Freshwater pool andpool bar/lounge area. Complimentarybicycles for guests. Golf carts andkayaks available for rent. Gift shopon site. Located ¼ mile south of<strong>Placencia</strong> Airstrip and 1 mile north of<strong>Placencia</strong> Village. Call 523-3227 oremail reservations@losportico.comfor availability & rates.One World Rentals: Eightbeautiful, comfortable andimmaculate studios and apartmentsaround an attractive courtyard . CableTV, free wireless internet access, airconditioning,fully equipped kitchen,private bathroom, fully screened,hammocks. Located in the heart of <strong>Placencia</strong> (behind the “Rumfish”restaurant) close to the beach, shopping and restaurants.www.oneworldplacencia.com. Contact Swiss owner Claudia Hardegger at5233103 or 6209975. Email: oneworldplacencia@yahoo.com. MC, VISAaccepted. Rates from 49US$ plus Tax.Paradise Resort: Has most of the amenities & all the luxury of a largehotel. We are located on the ocean front. 12 A/C rooms. On site full servicerestaurant & bar, spa by the sea, all eco tours, diving, snorkeling, fishing,roof top Jacuzzi, Wi-Fi, dive shop, gift shop, kayak and golf cart rental.Maya & Tropic Air agent. Email:info@belize123.com or give us a call at 523-3179/503-3479 Website:www.belize123.comRanguana 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,<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>– <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 28private 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.comSeaspray Hotel: Come share a piece of our barefoot paradise locatedright on the beach with all the ambiance of the beautiful Caribbean Sea rightto the touch of your toes 20 rooms various style,1seaside cabana, w/greatamenities, located amongst our tropical garden. Hot/cold water, refrigerator,ceiling fans, coffee makers, open air decks, private porches, AC, TV andKitchenettes( in selected rooms) the original <strong>Placencia</strong> “house of blues” DeTatch is also located right on premises, with internet and e-mail serviceavailable, as well as all village and country wide information. Centrallylocated to all gifts shops, restaurants, and local business, come make us yourCaribbean home away from home.Tel: 523-3148 Fax: 523-3346. Email:seaspray@placencia.com or seaspray@btl.net, www.seasprayhotel.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.comToucan Lulu: 5 cabanas located in quiet northern end of the village onthe main sidewalk. A few minutes to shops & restaurants. 3 cabanas sleep upto 4, 2 cabanas sleep up to 6. All have beach access & verandas for enjoyingthe fresh sea breezes. Check out our web site at www.toucanlulu.com , emailreservations@toucanlulu.com, or call Kathy at 501 628 8474Tradewinds: 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 theAirstripBarnacle Bill's BeachBungalows: 2 secludedbungalows on the beach inMaya Beach. Full kitchen,queen size bed, sleeper sofa,h / w , a n dfans. Complimentarykayaks. 5 night min. Tel/fax:533-8110; email:taylors@btl.net; Website:www.barnaclebillsbelize.comBlue Crab BeachResort: Set on 5 acres fromsea to lagoon, offers 4beachfront A/C rooms andtwo thatch cabanas. Home ofGoss 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: Natural Belizean-style cabanas, lush tropical gardens,clean secluded beach, pool w/ thatch bar, Wi-Fi, comp. breakfast, compkayaks, bikes, restaurant w/ healthy specials daily, awesome pizza 523-3010Singing Sands Inn: Located on a beautiful stretch of Maya Beachfeaturing 6 private, thatched cabanas with own bath and patio as well as 2garden view flats. Bonefish Grille full service restaurant and bar on-siteserving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with daily specials and HappyHour 4 – 6 pm. Gorgeous landscaping. Swimming pool with relaxing deckarea. Free Wi-Fi available. Bicycles complimentary for guests. Kayaks, pedalboats and golf cart available for rent. Tel: 533-3022 Email:info@singingsands.com Website: www.singingsands.com<strong>The</strong> Inn at Robert’s Grove: <strong>Placencia</strong>’s most complete resort.Beachfront accommodations w/2 Restaurants Seaside and Habanero, 3 Pools,Conference Center, Tennis Court, Gym, FREE Wifi, Gift Shop, Full ServiceDive Center, Marina, Gas and butane station. Kayaks, Windsurfers, HobieCats and bikes. Kayak, Paddle Boat and golf cart rentals and sales.www.robertsgrove.com, info@robertsgrove.com. For more info cal us @ 523-3565!<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: 533-4110 or email: info@theplacencia.com.
At <strong>The</strong> CayesRanguana Caye: Ranguana Caye is a 2 acre island located right on thereef with 3 rustic cabanas and a view that will blow your mind! Food, drinks,Moorings and all the Caribbean <strong>Breeze</strong> you can handle are available. PrimeDiving and Fishing location. Come for a day, a night or more. Reservationday trips or lodging call 523-3565Robert’s Caye: Robert’s Caye is just 10 miles from <strong>Placencia</strong> (1/2 hourby boat) a one acre island with 4 charming cabanas built partially over thewater. Each cabana is outfitted w/ a king bed, full bathroom, hot and coldrunning showers, and a private terrace with hammocks. A small restaurantand bar, also built over the water, serves three meals daily. An deal settingfor honeymooners and sportsmen alike, this “swept away” island paradise issurrounded by crystal clear water. <strong>The</strong> nearby flats are renowned for fishingas well. Kayaks and snorkeling gear are complimentary to is island guests.Come for a day, a night or more. Reservation for day trips or 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.comMEALSDe'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: Thatched restaurant servingseafood, homemade PIZZA, burgers, salads & daily specials. Great tropicalblender drinks & ice cold Belikin. Open Noon - 8pm Mon - Sat Tel: 624-2651 Open 17years in the heart of the village! Home of the Ten 'Dalla'Lunch &the infamous "Parrot Piss"!Wendy’s Creole Restaurant & Bar: Fine dining in A/C comfort oroutdoor on the Patio. Specializing in Spanish & Creole. Open 7 days a weekfor breakfast, lunch & dinner 7am - 10pm. Located on the Main Road. Visa& MC accepted. Ph: 523-3335 Email: wendylemus02@hotmail.comDawn’s Grill n Go Restaurant: Open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.Daily specials feature Belizean favorites like escabeche, stewed gibnut, roastchicken w/rice n beans. Try curry, Creole or garlic seafood or grilled porkchops w/ sweet & sour sauce & more for dinner! Ph: 602-9302. Locatedalong Main Road b/w Carol’s Cabanas & BTL, corner of Kubaaly Street.<strong>The</strong> “Inn” Spots - North of <strong>Placencia</strong> VillageDANUBE Restaurant, EAT – DRINK – RELAX in a romanticatmosphere. A/C indoor, lounge area outdoor. Austrian and InternationalSpecialties, fish and vegetarian dishes, great desserts,large wine menu & cigars. Dice your FREE Belikinbeer between 4:30-6pm. Open MON - FRI from4 : 3 0 p m . P h : 6 1 0 - 0 1 3 2 ,restaurant@danubebelize.com, visitwww.danubebelize.comDelite Café at Maya Beach. Get cracking witha delicious early bird breakfast or come for our fullmenu, soups, roast beef sandwiches, designerbocas ,decadent desserts and daily specials made withfresh natural produce. Licensed restaurant withcultural and waterfall rooms just perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation. open7am to 4 pm closed Wednesdays. Spectarte Art and Garden Gallery 5338019, 604 8910 or 629 3286 for information and reservations.Green 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.netHabanero Mexican Restaurant & Bar @ Robert’s Grove –Lagoon side Fiesta time! Casual and fun Habanero serves up Mexican foodw/ a Belizean flair. Now open from 12 noon – 10pm. Dinner Pick-upsavailable 523-3565!Quarterdeck Restaurant & Bar at Laru Beya presents“Belizean Buffet Night” from 6:30 pm- 9 pm…with Live entertainment…Complimentary pick up and drop off within <strong>Placencia</strong> Village & MayaBeach...For reservations call 523-3476.Singing Sands Inn: Enjoy the delicious cuisine and ambiance of the<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>– <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 29Bonefish Grille. Our open-air, full service restaurant located on the beach,specializes in traditional Asian, as well asItalian and French influenced dishes. DailyLunch and Dinner Specials as well as HappyHour Menu. Open 7 days a week. Forreservations or more information call 533-3022 or emailinfo@singingsands.com.<strong>The</strong> Inn At Robert’s Grove: SeasideRestaurant @ Robert’s Grove – RomanticFine Dining with a world class menu and winecellar. One of Belize’s most consistent restaurants quoted Fodor’s 2010edition. <strong>The</strong> Seaside Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and isopen 7 days a week, 365 days a year from 7am – 10pm. Dinner Pick-upsavailable 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 BarsBarefoot Bar: Open everyday 11:30 am - midnight.! Located on the MainRoad - the party never stops! Live music Thurs - Sun nights. Happy hour,lunch hour beer specials, largest drink menu around, full moon parties &more! Creative lunch/dinner specials. Barefoot Bar is all about Stiff Drinks -Tasty Food - Good Times! Tel:523-3515. Follow us on Facebook!J-Byrd’s: Local Bar by the Seaside docks. Open daily from 10am to12pm. And live music every Friday’s Tel :523-3412<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 Belikin and a variety ofBlended Mixes. Credit cards accepted. Phone 520-4110 for reservation forpick up of groups 4 or more.Coffee ShopAbove Grounds Coffee. Fresh roasted Guatemalan coffees, bakedgoods and juices. Shaded deck in a jungle setting. Across from Wendy’sRestaurant in the village. Daily 7am-4pm except Sundays 8am-noonFreehigh speed Wi-Fi with purchase, Skype friendly. Tel: 6343212Gift Shops & Art GalleriesGreen Parrot Gift Shop: <strong>The</strong> in-place to shop on the peninsula.Featuring a wide variety of Belizean, Guatemalan, & Central Americancrafts.Lola’s Art: In Seine Bight Village open from 7am-6pm. Phone 523-3342Los Porticos Villas - Gift shop features Belizean arts and crafts,clothing, books on Mayan history and Belizean cooking, maps, postcards,footwear, cold drinks and much more. Call 523-3227 for more information.<strong>Placencia</strong> 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.Spectarte Art and Garden Gallery offers a cornucopia of art fromBelizean artisans and designers . A delightful experience. 533 8019closed WednesdayTOUR PROVIDERSAvadon Divers: Dive into Belize w/ our full service PADI Dive Centrein <strong>Placencia</strong>, just south of the airstrip. We have 5-Star all-inclusivepackages for dive & snorkel trips that include new SCUBAPROequipment. Our spacious 46' Newton Dive Special Boat features a restroom& fresh water shower. Our Instructors teach scuba for kids from ages 8 to 80☺, advanced courses & dive pro levels. We also offer jungle, cave & Mayanruin adventure tours. E-mail: anne-marie@avadondiversbelize.comWebsite: www.avadondiversbelize.com Call us at 503- 3577 or 523-3577.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> 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.com
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>– <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 30Dive & Tour with Robert’s Grove – Feeling adventurous?? OurPADI 5 star Dive Center offers daily snorkeling, diving and certificationcourses and boasts some of the tastiest lunches, best tour guides in thecountry, and ‘<strong>The</strong> Dorado’ our 48 ft. Pro Dive Boat! Nitrox and specialtyDive Courses available. Inland, Fishing, private charters, Whale Shark,Manatee, Monkey River and Inland tours also on the Tour Menu for moreinfo call 523-3565!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 inshore or offshore fishing excursions right offof our dock! Join us on our 31’ Cape Horn for a fantastic day of anglingaction. We can arrange any tour whether inland or water including MonkeyRiver, Mayan Ruins, snorkelling, diving, and much more. Call 533-3022 oremail info@singingsands.comSplash Dive Center - PADI Proud Member. Experience Belize w/Splash! Ph: 523-3058/3080 or 620-6649. Email patricia@splashbelize.comvisit www.splashbelize.comSERVICESChocolatierGoss 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: 503-3316 or523-3523; Pharmacy Tel. 523-3346. email wallensmarket@yahoo.comServing the peninsula for over 25 years!! Located across from the sport field.Internet Access<strong>Placencia</strong> Office Supply: INTERNET, Printing, Stationary, SMART –GimmeDalla, Sales, Collections. P. 523-3205 or plaofficesupply@gmail.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 yourtrusted real estate broker in Belize. We have over 20years experience helping clients with their real estatetransactions and take pride in assisting you with yourpropertypurchase. Please visit our office next to the tourismoffice or call us at 672-9000 or visit: www.belizeproperty.com<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> 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 <strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> Hotel for all of our propertyoptions. Please call 533-4110 or 520-4112 or emailmadeleine@theplacencia.com to meet with our agents and view our piece ofparadise! Website: www.theplacencia.comAirlinesMaya 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: <strong>The</strong> Airline of Belize. Over 180 dailyscheduled flights throughout Belize. Charters to remote andexotic places. For reservations call 523-3410.Rentals - ( Golf Carts, Auto,Bicycles)Sandhill Ltd: Rentals of reliable golf carts, bicycles,kayaks, and pedal boats. Hourly, daily or weekly ratesavailable. Call 523-4017 or email info@silbelize.com.Singing Sands Inn: Rentals of reliable golf carts, bicycles, kayaks(including clear bottom), two person catamarans, snorkel gear and pedalboats by the hour, half day, full day or weekly. Located in Maya beach. Call533-3022 or email info@singingsands.com.Shipping ServiceBelizeShip.com- Your buying and shipping service from USA to BigCreek Port or by air contact: belizemail@comcast.net or USA 404.988.1300Spa, Massage & Physical <strong>The</strong>rapy<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> 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 @ Robert’s Grove – Now offering Thai Massage, our Sea Spa ismanned by professional therapists each w/ their own unique style.Treatments include; Several massage styles, Facials, Body Wraps, BodyScrubs/Polish, Reiki Energy, Sunburn Special, Coconut Hair Rinse and ofcourse Manis & Pedis for Barefoot perfect feet! All treatments offered in ournewly appointed oceanfront spa, at the end of our 250 ft pier or in a rooftopsetting w/ panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea! For more info call 523-3565!Siripohn’s Thai Massage: <strong>The</strong>rapist from Thailand - Thai Massage,Essential Oil, Swedish, Jet Lag, Back & Shoulders, Foot Massage, BodyTreatments, & Facial Treatments. Open 10 am to 6 pm. Call 620-8718 or600-0375, email: jenjira01@yahoo.com - Kob Khun Ka.Wedding Planning<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> Hotel: Our 90 rooms can easily accommodate yourweddings quest, family and friends. <strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> 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 orBREEZE QUIZ!Bring us the right answersand get a free t-shirt at the<strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Center!Limited Supply. First Come, First Serve!1. What is the name of the musical instrumentthat Beau played at the PVFD 5 thAnnual Flaming Heart Ball when he joinedDJ Marcus and Emmeth Young on stage?ANS: ____________________2. Which creature fascinated Apolo Calizduring his nighttime snorkel with AvadonDivers?ANS: ______________________________3. What is the name of the DJ from LosAngeles playing at Tipsy Tuna’s Easterfest?ANS: ________________________4. How many species were included in RachelT. Graham’s shark research over the past 14years? ANS:____________5. Who was awarded Student of the Monthfrom Std. IV L? ANS: _________________6. What is the name of the place in GuatemalaCity where King Henry’s parents servedas diplomats? ANS: ___________________7.How many 1/4 page ads are in this issue ofthe <strong>Breeze</strong>?ANS:_________________
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong>– <strong>March</strong> <strong>2012</strong>- Page 31WOULD YOU LIKE TO SUBSCRIBE TOTHE PLACENCIA BREEZE?<strong>The</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong> offers an annual mailing subscription!Within the country of Belize: $20.00Bze per year (12 Issues)Within the USA & Canada: $30.00Bze ($15.00 US) per year (12 Issues) *Price includes Shipping and Handling*(PLEASE PRINT)Name: _________________________________________________Mail address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________Email address: _________________________________________________Form of Payment:______________(Cash or Check ONLY)Checks should be payable to thePLACENCIA TOURISM CENTERPlease mail your subscription andpayment to:<strong>The</strong> <strong>Placencia</strong> <strong>Breeze</strong><strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism CenterPt. <strong>Placencia</strong>Stann Creek DistrictBelize, Central AmericaFor Your Information Courtesy of <strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Center(Headquarters of the <strong>Placencia</strong> Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association)BUS TRANSPORTATIONRITCHIE’S: 523-3806<strong>Placencia</strong> → Dangriga:Monday thru Saturday:6 a.m.; 7 a.m.; 12:45 p.m.; 2:30 p.m.Sundays:7 a .m.; 12:45 pm; 2:30 p.m.Visit the <strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Center for bus schedule from Dangriga toBelmopan and Belize City.Also check with us for ADO bus schedules to Mexico.BOAT TRANSPORTATIONHOKEY POKEY: 523-2376<strong>Placencia</strong> (MnM Dock) → Independence/Mango Creek:6:45a.m, 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4 p.m, 5 p.m and 6 p.m.(except on Sundays).Independence/Mango Creek → <strong>Placencia</strong>:6:30 a.m., 7:30a.m., 8a.m., 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:30p.m, &4:30p.m.D’EXPRESS: 626-8835EMERGENCIESBelize Emergency Response Team: 223-3292<strong>Placencia</strong> Medical Center: 503-3326 Located behind theschool, <strong>Placencia</strong> Village. Opening hours are Monday thru Friday 8:30a.m. to 12 p.m.; 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. After these hours, Dr. AlexisCaballero will see only extreme emergencies such as Heart Attack,Stroke, Asthma Attack, Accident, and Severe Allergy Reaction. Note:Weekdays and weekends after 5 p.m., Dr. Alexis works by appointmentsonly.Seine Bight Medical Center: 523-3328Independence Medical Center: 523-2167POLICE:<strong>Placencia</strong> Police Station: 503-3142<strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Police: 503-3181Seine Bight Police Station: 503-3148Independence Police Station: 523-2022Dangriga → <strong>Placencia</strong> :Monday thru Saturday:11 a.m.; 2 p.m.; 4:30 p.m.; 6 p.m.Sundays:11 a.m.; 4:30 p.m.; 6 p.m.<strong>Placencia</strong> (Shell Gas Station) → Big Creek (Immigration)→Puerto Cortez, Honduras: Every Friday at 9:30 a.m.*** Tickets Sold at <strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Center; $120 Bze each.***PLANE TRANSPORTATIONTROPIC AIR: 523-3410MAYA ISLAND AIR: 523-3472OTHER COMMUNITY NUMBERS<strong>Placencia</strong> Village Council: 523-3396<strong>Placencia</strong> Water Board: 523-4036<strong>Placencia</strong> Post Office: 523-3104Seine Bight Village Council: 523-3660Seine Bight Water Board: 523-3554<strong>Placencia</strong> Police Station503-3142Officer in Charge: Sgt. Benguche, 633-8287PC #1109 Jeff Augustine: 665-2972PC #80 Dorian Chee: 630-4890SC Omar Castillo: 661-1523<strong>Placencia</strong> Tourism Police Office503-3181Officer in Charge: Yadira Jones, 665-3756IN CASE OF FIREVOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTEMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS• POLICE PLACENCIA: 503-3142• SEINE BIGHT POLICE: 503-3148• KATHY ANGLIN: 626-0667• PHILLIP MOLINA: 503-3222Fireman stationed at the<strong>Placencia</strong> Police StationFIRE EMERGENCIES: 626-0667
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