When planning a Belize beach vacation, two names often rise to the top: the tiny, laid-back island of Caye Caulker and the charming peninsula village of Placencia. Both offer turquoise waters, friendly locals, and that unmistakable Caribbean ease—but they deliver very different experiences.
Caye Caulker perfectly embodies the “Go Slow” motto. This colorful, car-free island is a backpacker favorite, with simple guesthouses, reggae bars, and casual seafood shacks. Its vibe is ultra-relaxed—ideal fo