... village itself and without a rental car. (the road into town and the taxi rides are quite an experience in themselves...) Again, I have nothing to compare Seahorse to, but if (when) I go back I'd book with Seahorse. I also took a Monkey River Tour from Seahorse, which ... more

... there either). So an entire vacation planned around Whale Sharks / Glovers Atoll and the long drive to Placencia was of very little value - and primarily because the SeaHorse Dive shop was, IMO, more concerned with getting my money than my having a worthwhile trip. I would not recommend them, and ... more

... you want a really isolated vacation, Seine Bight is more of poorer village and would seem a little rough if you are not used to a place that is a little ghetto. Placencia was nicer experience for me especially with the added touch of meeting the locals which each has ... more

... distance. If you have a rental car, then Maya Beach would work too. A/C isn't really necessary, especially if you are right on the windward side, and have a fan in the room. It's usually windy, and that cools you down while keeping the mosquitoes and sand ... more

... you want your Placencia Peninsula vacation to be like? The closer you are to village center the more options you have for tour guides, restaurants, taverns, shops etc. Keep in mind that Belize, in general, and Placencia Village are living villages, with a tourist element that is very important to ... more

Would like to stay in a vaction rental on the water, close to Laughing Bird Caye, Placencia or Stan Creek, with accessible private beach. Has anyone stayed anywhere like this, that they could reffer me to? ... more

Laughingbird Caye is a small island on the reef 19 miles from Placencia. There are many house and condo rentals in Placencia, as well as hotels and inns, in all budget ranges. ... more