I visited Belize in September of 2005, prior to recent negative news coverage. To be honest, at the time I was disappointed in the city itself. It is a “developing” country. However, an aura of happiness resonated on the faces of the people. The tour guide on the city tour was very young and explained to us that a feeling of unity presides and all races and religions are welcome. I enjoy old scenery. The worn houses with the eclectic mosaic exteriors were amazing. The man pushing a fruit cart covered by an umbrella was a delight to see. I hear the water activities are amazing, particularly the cave tubing and the scuba or snorkeling. I would go again for that.