Book Description
Weave your way through jungle rivers to the haunting sound of howler monkeys, escape the 21st century at Lamanai's millennia-old Maya ruins, dive deep with technicolor marine life at spectacular Glover's Reef or just kick back with a fruity rum punch. Whatever adventures you have in mind, this comprehensive guide will take you deep into the heart of Belize. STEP BACK IN TIME - written by an expert in the field, our chapter on ancient Maya culture unravels the past PLAN YOUR TRIP - inspiring island-hopping and touring itineraries, insider tips and over 30 maps REST EASY on any budget with our comprehensive accommodations listings, from beachside shacks to jungle lodges BE INSPIRED - discover the adrenaline junkie in you with details on the best outdoor activities, including scuba diving and river-tubing GO BEYOND with our excursions to Tikal and Flores, Guatemala
Customer Reviews:
Go with Frommers.......2007-08-19
I am a planner freak, so I used this book and Frommers. I ended up relying on the Frommers as it was more detailed, more accurate with pricing, and included alot of stuff LP didn't.
LP is outdated, and it only had general information about Belize....not as specific as Frommers.
Disappointing.......2007-03-01
As always, the Lonely Planet guide is well-structured with key features such as bus schedules. This particular guide was hit-and-miss with its information, however. Lodging prices were out-of-date (not just seasonally); the Tropical Education Center's prices have nearly doubled. The biggest problem is the outright-misinformed notion that Belize's dry season starts in November; every Belizean told me that it always starts in January or February, hence water levels were still high and wildlife was scarce during my February trip. Several towns and locations of interest were left out, forcing me to buy the Rough Guide. Although the Rough Guide reads like a novel and not so much a field guide, it has more information than the Lonely Planet guide. This was the first trip where nobody I met was using the LP guide.
An absolute must to Belize!.......2007-01-29
Rarely has a book been so useful in traveling around a country. Belize is not so big and the information inside covers most details you will ever want to ask about Belize. Very much in the best spirit of Lonley Guides whose devoted user I have become for any travel to a new destination. Highly recommended for all the Belize travellers (incl. Tikal in Guatemala).
Packed with information.......2007-01-24
A must have for traveler's going off the beaten path. If you're the type that likes to take local transportation and call ahead to hotels, this guide is what you need. If you prefer to stay in an all-inclusive resort, you'll still get inside information about what to do and see locally.
Lonely Planet comes through again!.......2006-03-09
I purchased three Belize guide books, and this was by far the best!
The New Key to Belize(1994) and Hidden Belize(2001) had outdated and duplicate information(word for word!)
Buy the Lonely Planet Book, you will not be disappointed!
Product Description
In the former cradle of the Mayan empire, Belize is one of the world's top ecotourism destinations. Topside, tropical rainforests are populated by exotic birds, monkeys and wild cats, while offshore lie the world's second-largest barrier reef and three of the Western Hemisphere's four coral atolls. Shallow reefs ring the more than 450 cayes and islets, while towering walls plunge into the sea. More than 400 fish species and a host of corals and invertebrates shelter in the warm Caribbean waters. This book explores 66 of the best dive sites off Belize, with full-color photos throughout.
Customer Reviews:
Misleading names.......2007-02-19
It is a good overview book, but when we got to Belize realized that a lot of the sites that are listed are not called by the same name at all - so hard to determine what sites we had really dived compared to the book. Also it covers a lot of area in Belize (if you are going to Ambergris Caye then maybe 1/2 or 2/3 of the book is useful).
Not so informative..........2007-01-29
This is a fair book, but loads of sites are missing (from this edition at least) and much of the information I expected to find was not in it - particularly the prices and quality of the various diving shops. It is a mere overview of what you find under the sea, with little on how to actually get to that point.
Better than nothing........2007-01-24
While I agree with the previous 2 reviewers. I did find the book helpful as a brief and very general overview of what was available and what there was to see in those dive areas. It put the areas in geographical perspective for me and was a nice addition to the dive briefing. After the dive, the fish ID part was a nice memory jogger for doing my logbook entries.
However, it does not help with planning a dive or a dive trip. You can get more info on that free from websites, magazines and dive tour specialists.
Overall better than nothing if you're into filling out your logbook.
Pointless.......2003-04-03
This book has no discernible value to anyone planning a dive trip to Belize. First, it does not tell you which dive sites are good and which are worth skipping. This makes it difficult to plan your trip, assuming you have limited time and money to spend. The book does not even contain a list of top 5 or 10 recommended sites in the country.
Second, the book has no information on costs or other logistical aspects of a dive trip. For example, it mentions that Dangriga is the departure point for diving certain reefs, but doesn't tell you that there are no dive shops in Dangriga: to do any diving around there, you have to go thru an out-of-town resort, which is highly inconvenient.
Third, the capsule descriptions of 66 specific dive sites -- the heart of the book -- don't tell you anything meaningful and are irrelevant anyway because dive shops, not customers, choose which sites are visited. (Customers can choose which area they want to go to, but the dive shops select the specific sites within that area.)
Finally, although the book was updated in June 2002, it ignores the fact that in October 2001, Hurricane Iris devastated the sourthern diving hub of Placencia. The reefs in this area are heavily damaged and therefore not worth visiting. The failure to update the book to account for this major development can only be explained by bad faith on the part of Lonely Planet, which should be ashamed to have put such a lousy product on the market.
Save your money.......2003-01-05
This book is not worth buying. It provides very little information on specific dive sites. I did not use the book once to make a dive choice during two weeks in Southern Belize. A good dive book for Belize is really needed - it was difficult to locate good dive operators for some areas...but this book was of no value.
It does have some nice pictures and a very basic fish/coral guide in the back.
Book Description
Composed of Guatemala, Belize and a handful of Mexican states, La Ruta Maya inspires wanderlust with its traditional customs, phenominal Mayan sites, hedonistic beaches, superb diving and amazing wildlife. Whether you crave jungle-shrouded pyramids, adrenaline-pumping river trips or spectacular caves dripping with stalactites, our authoritative guide takes you deep into the heart of this exciting region.
• UNRAVEL THE PAST - written by an expert in the field, our chapter on ancient Mayan culture tells all • STAY ON TRACK - 128 user-friendly maps plus themed itineraries to help you plan the perfect journey • RELAX IN STYLE - from palapas to jungle ecolodges, accommodations to suit every budget and taste • TALK THE TALK - earn smiles from the locals with our handy Spanish and Mayan language chapter • GO BEYOND - in-depth coverage of the outstanding ruins of Copán in Honduras
Customer Reviews:
Perfect for my trip.......2007-06-08
I flew into Belize, took the bus up to Chetumal, Mexico on the border, then took the bus all the way down south into Guatemala (by boat). This book is ragged from me using it so much. Others borrowed it also. I wish it were a little more up to date.
Practical but a bit flawed .......2006-06-28
This Lonely Planet travel guide is valuable but flawed. Like the best Lonely Planet books, this November 2004 edition is concise, readable, and puts vital travel information at your fingertips. There's much information for budget travelers on local customs, possible hazards, changing currency, low-cost accommodations, transportation, getting to and from airports and bus terminals, etc. But this edition has a few weaknesses, which is not what you need when far from home. Several reviewers have noted that this guide has much out-of-date information on Belize. The book falls short in the maps department as well. A couple tiny maps could be added to show small towns near popular destinations to help travelers avoid getting off their bus at the wrong stop. The only map of Guatemala City doesn't show Zona 13 south of the airport where many hostels and cheap hotels are located. Also, the book warns about colder nights in the highlands but doesn't specify temperatures - a windbreaker was sufficient for a June visit.
Lonely Planet is usually a top-notch choice for backpackers and budget travelers, but this one falls a bit short in some areas.
I Wouldn't Even Give it ONE Star..........2004-12-10
This book is more than disappointing...
I used to have a lot of respect for Lonely Planet, as they took pride in sharing information for the average traveler about places that were usually off the beaten path.
However, I did not realize that they have stopped actually visiting these destinations.
I live on Caye Caulker, Belize.
The NEW book, which is their first reprint in over 4 years...has not been updated. They mention a grocery store that has been closed since 1999. They mention a deli that has been closed since 2000. The do NOT mention one new business....besides one restaurant. It is obvious Lonely Planet did not send one writer to Caye Caulker, Belize.
If they didn't take time to visit Caye Caulker ONCE in over 4 years, I can only assume the rest of the book is absolute garbage as well.
For a real Travel Book for Belize, check out Rough Guide by Peter Eltringham. He actually sends scouts out to every location before he visits. He does this to ensure that every place has a fair shot...and that they write about a real experience, not one based on a hotel or restaurant putting on a show for a known writer. Peter's writers do not announce they are writers.
That is what a real travel book should be.
Lonely Planet needs to quit relying on their name to sell books. Their information is completely outdated, and not worth your money.
Wendy Casson
www.belizecayecaulker.net
I agree Very out of date!.......2004-06-25
I agree with the earlier reviewers this guide is way out of date, prices are not even close, and places that no longer exsist. This might have been a good guide a few years ago but I would not rely on it today!
Informative but prices are off.......2004-05-23
Lonely Planet guides are my favorite because they are thorough, informative, give lots of good info for reasonably priced traveling, and identify tons of both customary and adventurous things to do and see. This holds true for this edition however, I found that the prices were significantly higher than the book stated, the water taxi times had changed, and a car rental company mentioned did not have service in Belize-not too accurate.
Customer Reviews:
A Diver's Cookbook.......2000-07-22
Diving and Snorkeling in Belize is for divers - as a pictured cookbook is for hungry people... A very good source for divers, novice through advanced. The Book starts by covering some basics for every tourist to Belize, then moves on to an overview of Belize as a scuba-diver's wonder-world. Following, all sites are described explicitly. The site descriptions include easy-to-follow rankings of expertise required and characteristics, as depth, currents, visibility, etc., and directions to unique attractions in each site. Throughout, beautiful pictures enhance this coverage. The book definitely played a part in the decision to visit Belize, and for divers - is a recommended addition to the Lonely Planet reference to this region.
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Lonely Planet Guatemala Belize and Yucatan LA Ruta Maya (Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit)
Tom Brosnahan
Manufacturer: Lonely Planet
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Book Description
Adventures in the wild blue underwater await off Belize's coast, while myriad wildlife-viewing opportunities lurk inland. This detailed guide leads you to it all, including ancient Mayan ruins, jungle lodges on the forefront of ecotourism and beaches, bars and resorts where you can just kick back and relax.
- details on barrier-reef dive sites, world-renowned for their beauty, visibility and variety
- coverage of archaeological sites, including Lamanai, Caracol and Guatemala's Tikal
- where to stay and eat, from charming grass shacks to luxury lodges
- 32 detailed, user-friendly maps
Customer Reviews:
Great book to bring along.......2005-02-17
Greatly enjoyed this book. Filled with useful information, but not so huge that its to heavy for the packpack.
Good overview of Belize.......2004-09-20
I thought this book was very helpful...my sister and I traveled throughout the country (with the exception of Placencia and the southern part of Belize) and over to Tikal, Guatemala and the info was pretty accurate. For a boat trip to Lamanai, the pricing was actually cheaper than what was listed in the book, and other prices were fairly consistent despite the book being a couple years old. The best advice if you are thinking about staying somewhere that is listed in the book is to check out the website (which is one of the best features of the book....many others I looked at did not include website information) and see pictures for yourself. If a website is not listed, it is often because it is new - I did a google search and was able to find a website or info for every place we stayed in Belize. We stayed at four different places during our week stay, all listed in Lonely Planet, and I was happy with each one. Another big plus to this book (particularly for me) was the info on precautions to take, and the full page warning on the botfly. A couple weeks after returning and after several doctors misdiagnosing it, I had a botfly larvae in my head, and it was something I read about in LP that I alerted the doctors about. It took a week and a hospital stay until I could find someone who would believe me, but I can't imagine how long it would have taken if I hadn't had this info beforehand! I was very happy overall with this guidebook and despite the botfly, would return to Belize again.
Most updated, cultural.......2003-05-13
We used this and while, yes, last year's hurricane did make some of the information less relevant, this was still the most up-to-date guide in our party. I particularly enjoyed the cultural focus, which is really why I travel, anyway.
The book is colorful, contains lots of interesting details, and was actually easier to read than some of the others we had. I had no trouble with the hotel listings.
For those traveling to Placencia.......2003-04-01
For those people planning on traveling to the southern parts of Belize, be forewarned that the Lonely Planet guidebook has not been updated since the hurricane destroyed much of Placencia a year and a half ago.
We stayed in Placencia for a week using the Lonely Planet guide, and some of the restaurants and accommidations listed no longer exist. The places that do still exist have been totally rebuilt since the reviews were written.
Finally, the activities listings were generally accurate but the reccommended guides no longer offered the services described in the book. We went out of our way to find the reccommended guide only to discover he no longer gave tours!
Hotel Info not accurate.......2003-03-19
I booked and prepaid Ruby's in Ambergris Quay on their recommendation, and found it to be an absolute dump, full of cockroaches, grimy throughout. There were many better choices for the same price which were not in the book. But a hotel they criticised, La Casa de Don David near Tikal, we found to be spotless, reasonably priced, good food and very convenient for visiting the ruins. This definitely brings into question the integrity of their hotel ratings and the independence of their recommendations.
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Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belice Y Yucatan (Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belice Y Yucatan/Guatemala, Belize and Yucatan (Spanish))
Conner Gorry
Manufacturer: Lonely Planet Publications
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ASIN: 8408056158 |
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Guatemala Et Belize (Lonely Planet Travel Guides French Edition S.)
Conner Gorry
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Book Description
The world's second-longest barrier reef, three of the Western Hemisphere's four coral atolls, more than 400 fish species and a host of invertebrates sheltering in warm Caribbean waters make Belize an irresistable destination for divers and snorkelers alike. This guide will introduce you to the wonders both underwater and topside that have earnt the country its reputation as an ecotourism hotspot.
In This Guide:
Detailed dive information to 82 sites
Full-color photos throughout
Easy-to-read maps of dive regions
Guide to marine life
Travel logistics and topside attractions
Books:
- Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands (Lonely Planet Travel Guides)
- Lonely Planet Central Asia
- Lonely Planet Costa Rica
- Lonely Planet Croatia
- Lonely Planet Cuba
- Lonely Planet East Africa
- Lonely Planet Egypt
- Lonely Planet France
- Lonely Planet Germany
- Lonely Planet Greece
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