September 2011 - Placencia Breeze

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Placencia Assassins triumph despite the odds!
Early in the season it seemed as if the Assassins
might not qualify for the finals, but as the
competition began to wrap up, Placencia seemed
to have gained momentum. The team was playing
well, fans were excited and with a stunning win
on their home turf against RG City Boys, they
had done enough to advance.
The championship came down to the City Boys
of Belize City and the Placencia Assassins. The
first round of the championship finals saw the
Assassins fighting tooth and nail and while it
seemed as if almost every whistle blown in the
match was against them, Placencia still came
away with the game in a 2-1 victory up in Belize
City with goals scored by Luis Torres and Tom
Hitchcock.
Photo by Maretha McCullock
Celebrate September 10th in Placencia:
Two-Day Fishing Tournament and More!
The Placencia BTIA will host its 13th annual
Placencia Fishermen’s Day Saltwater
Tournament the weekend of September 10th and
11th. Made possible by this year’s major sponsor
Yamaha Marelco and other generous
contributors, this two-day tournament will be the
focal point of activities that will take place all
weekend long at Placencia’s historic point and
main dock. With more than $8,000 in cash and
prizes up for grabs, crews will head out at 5 a.m.
each day to try their fishermen’s luck! Anglers
will be seeking the largest qualifying fish for the
barracuda, jack and kingfish categories and the
highest scoring extraordinary fish (dorado, tuna
or wahoo). Boats that bring in qualifying fish in
each of the barracuda, jack & kingfish categories
are eligible for the Grand Slam prize and the
highest scoring boat over all will be awarded Best
Boat for 2011!
While the boats are out, festivities will be
happening all day long both Saturday and Sunday
including the 10th Day Parade, the Rotary Club of
Placencia’s Rubber Duck Race, Cake Walks, Cast
Net Competition, Soldier Crab Races, the first
ever Sunday Dinna’ Contest and much, much
more. Any weekend is a good weekend to come
to Placencia but the weekend of September 10th
and 11th is a great weekend to come!
Pre-registration for the Placencia Fishermen’s
Day Saltwater Tournament is available from now
until Wednesday, September 5th! Register early
and only pay $150 per boat, $50 per captain/
angler and $35 per junior angler (16 and
under). After the 5th, registration is $175 per
boat, $75 per captain/angler and $50 for junior
anglers.
Also, Robert’s Grove Beach Resort is offering
50% off rooms and marina fees for participants of
this year’s tournament! For more information
contact Robert’s Grove at 523-3565.
Interested crews can contact the Placencia
Tourism Center at 523-4045 or
info@placencia.com for the rules and registration
form.
The second game of the series on Saturday, July
30, was played at the Michael Ashcroft Stadium
in Independence Village. Crowds from Placencia,
Independence and throughout the South, crowded
into the stadium to support the Assassins while
much smaller contingent were present to root for
the City Boys.
Within minutes of the start, the stadium exploded
in cheers followed almost immediately by a
heavy shower of rain as the Assassins’ Ashley
Torres scored the first
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PROTECTING
PLACENCIA LAGOON:
AN IDEA WHOSE TIME
HAS COME
By Stewart Krohn, BTIA Chairperson
There is a proposal being spearheaded by
Placencia Citizens for Sustainable Development
to give protected area status to Placencia Lagoon,
the mangrove islands within the lagoon and
publicly owned lands around the lagoon. This is a
long overdue initiative that deserves full
community support. It has been endorsed
unanimously by the board of Placencia BTIA and
should receive similar backing by the Placencia
and Seine Bight Village councils, Southern
Environmental Association and other groups on
the peninsula.
Historically Placencia Lagoon has been largely
ignored by local residents as a home to
bottomless swamps, fetid
Continued on pg. 6
PTC Director Ellie Dial is leaving after 11 years
The Placencia Tourism Center
will say good-bye to Executive
Director Elysia Dial at the end of
September this year. Elysia, or
Ellie as she is commonly known,
has been the driving force at the
Placencia Tourism Center for
eleven years.
And it was a very difficult
decision to make – I love my
job and everything the
Tourism Center stands for
but I am ready to make a
change. We have a great
team in place here at the
PTC.
I know they will
ensure that the Tourism
“Ellie’s contribution to the
Center continues to grow.”
development of tourism on the
Furthermore, Dial says she
peninsula has been huge,” says
is proud to have been a part
current PBTIA chairman Stewart Elysia Dial, PTC Executive of the Placencia Tourism
Krohn. “She set the tone for the Director of 11 years
Center and what it
Tourism Center to become not
represents in Placencia and
only a source of information for visitors but
Belize.“When I look back on my first years
a real institution for community activism
at the PTC and then look at where we are
and improvement. My regret over her
now… well it makes me feel like something
departure is tempered only by the
really great has been accomplished and I
knowledge that her leadership will
know it will continue to. To be honest I am
continue to find new outlets both locally
not sure if there could have been any other
and nationally.”
job that could have been a better fit for
me,” said Dial. “I always loved that every
Through her efforts and along with her
day at the Center had new and exciting
staff, the Placencia Tourism Center has
things to deal with.”
received national recognition for its top
notch service – most notably, Best
Since 2000, Dial has been steady at the
Receptive Award by the Belize Tourism
helm of the PTC. Under her leadership, the
Board in 2008. This year, professionals in
headquarters of the Placencia, Belize
the Belize tourism industry voted Dial as
Tourism Industry Association has seen
Tourism’s Woman of the Year.
significant
developments
in
its
multifaceted role as a Visitor’s Center. In
Dial said it was her decision to leave.“I
Continued on pg. 9
have been thinking about this for a while.
Hotel managers and owners:
Four-day training opportunity
We are very pleased to announce the offering
of a tremendous training opportunity for the
owners and managers of small hotels. The
Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and
BTIA are the sponsors of the four-day course
titled, “SERVICE DELIVERY: THE
ENGINE
ROOM
OF
YOUR
ORGANIZATION.” The course has been
offered in the Eastern Caribbean and
received rave reviews from participants.
Here in Belize, through the lobbying efforts
of BTIA, it will be held in two venues:
Placencia, October 4-7 and San Pedro,
October 11-14.
Through the subsidy of CDB, and the
generosity of Robert’s Grove, we are able to
offer the course to Placencia BTIA members
at a reduced cost of $175, including lunch
and snacks for the four days. Non-members
pay $350.
Spaces are limited, as the
Placencia session will also be open to other
destinations in the south and west. This
training session is targeted specifically at our
small hotels and we urge you to take
advantage of the opportunity to take your
business to the next level.
Reservation of your space requires a deposit
of $100 payable at the Placencia Tourism
Center with the balance payable before
October 1. Spaces will be allotted on a first
come, first served basis.
DON’T DELAY. SIGN UP TODAY!
Franco Gentile
By Kitty Fox, Contributing Writer
I first met Franco when he walked into my
bar at Kitty’s Place Beach Resort –
sometime in the fall of 1989. We talked a
lot. He was so excited about Placencia –
the people, plants, animals, sea life,
weather, food. He asked questions about
everything. He signed our guestbook when
he left on 29 October 1989. His comment in
the book was “good company” (due in part I
believe by our shared enjoyment of Black
Label!)
Franco came back, again and again. He
chased down fishermen and befriended
shrimp trawler workers to get the best and
freshest seafood, including squid and
scallops. He cooked and cooked. We talked
and talked. He lived in the middle of
Placencia village (the last place I
remember was above Wallen’s market). He
totally embraced the life, the culture, the
entire environment of our little fishing
village.
In the early 90s, he drove down a little red
Jeep Cherokee. I had been driving a big
4WD Ford pickup and that little car looked
just perfect for me. So, Franco and I made
a bargain: one lot (yet to be surveyed,
subdivided, etc.) on the lagoon for one Jeep
Cherokee. We were both thrilled. Franco
now had his feet firmly planted in the
Placencia sand!
He made plans to come back in the late
summer of 1993 with the intention of
leasing the restaurant at Kitty’s Place.
Other things happened that
year, but in late 1994, he
undertook
his
first
commercial venture and
leased the restaurant at our
little resort. The kitchen
was tiny (and Franco was
not). The food was great.
And our kitchen workers,
now Franco’s, learned the
fine art of Italian cooking. It
was also quite a test of our
friendship; we worked it out
in the end.
The following year he began
the construction of Luba
Hati and built a proper
kitchen for himself! Many of
us remember birthday
parties, special dinners, and
the Mistletoe Balls that
were hosted at this lovely
establishment. And more and more
Belizeans were learning the fine art of
producing Franco’s cuisine…
In 2004 he sold the hotel. Twice. Another
Belizean experience. Franco and his wife
Mariuccia moved to Cayo, bought a
beautiful farm and built a fine house.
Franco’s heart was still in Placencia
though and he soon completed his
Placencia retreat, “Casa Nettuno”.
At the same time he embraced once again
a new vocation as a farmer. He eagerly
learned to raise sheep, goats, chickens,
geese, rabbits and also bred dogs. All
Franco Gentile
August 11, 1941 - August 9, 2011
except the dogs were ingredients for more
culinary inventions.
Franco had just embarked on a new project
in Cayo selling delicious ready made meals
when he died on Tuesday, the 9th of
August. He was on his way to Placencia to
celebrate his 70th birthday. Sadly, instead,
Franco Gentile was buried on the farm in
Cayo on his birthday, the 11th of August
2011. Franco was a wonderful man —
kind and generous, very inquisitive, a
great conversationalist a superb and
creative cook and an artist. A very large
soul. A very fine friend. I will miss him
dearly for the rest of my life.
The Placencia Breeze September 2011- Page 3
Celebrate September on the Placencia Peninsula!
Friday , September 9
6 p.m. - Miss Placencia Pageant at the Placencia Community Center
7 p.m. - Placencia BTIA’s 13th Annual Placencia Fishermen's Day Saltwater
Tournament Captain’s Meeting
Saturday, September 10
5 a.m. - 13th Annual Placencia Fishermen's Day Saltwater Tournament Day 1
9 a.m. - Festivities kick off at Placencia’s Main Dock & continues all day long
Crowning of Miss Placencia, Placencia Village Council’s Bar opens
Community Parade (Wear your Red, White & Blue!)
Games at Main Dock
Activities at Main Dock - Cast Net Competition, Swim & Kayak Races
3 p.m. - Rotary Club of Placencia’s Rubber Duck Race
5 p.m. - Fishing Tournament Weigh-In – Day 1
Sunday, September 11
5 a.m. - 13th Annual Placencia Fishermen's Day Saltwater Tournament Day
11 a.m. – Activities at Main Dock - Soldier Crab Races, Reel Race & Cake
Walk, Placencia Tourism Center’s Bar Opens, Food on sale (Vendors Welcome – for more info call the Placencia Tourism Center)
1 p.m. - Best Sunday Dinna’ Competition! Bring out your best Sunday
Dinna’ and you could win great prizes!
3 p.m. - Fishing Tournament Weigh In – Day 2
5 p.m. - Awarding of prizes for the Placencia BTIA’s 13th Annual Placencia
Fishermen's Day Saltwater Tournament
Tuesday, September 20
6 p.m. – Rotary Club of Placencia’s annual Flag Raising Ceremony – Activities including performance from Truckee Graphite & much more
Midnight – Raising of the Flag to bring Belize 30th anniversary of Independence
Immediately after – Placencia Village Council dance with Inner Vibrations!
Wednesday, September 21
Carnival Parade (Get your costumes ready! Floats are welcome too)
All day beach activities hosted by the Placencia Village Council
What’s Happening In Town?!
DANUBE, Austrian Restaurant, will be re-opening beginning of
September. www.danubebelize.com
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Tuesday
All you can eat Mexican Buffet at Habanero’s! Come try our Tequila
Lime Pie! 7p.m. to 9p.m. Dinner Pick-ups available 523-3565!
Rotary Club of Placencia: Meets at Yoli’s Bar at 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday
Barefoot Bar: Top Shelf Night, $2 OFF ALL Imported Liquors &
Beers, 7 to 10 p.m.
J-Byrd's Bar: Karaoke starting at 8 p.m.!!!!!
Thursday
Barefoot Bar: Live Music with a Latin Flare! 6:30 to 10 p.m. It’s
saucy, it’s spicy, it’s HOT!
J-Byrd's Bar hosts organized dart competition with great prizes starting
8:30 p.m.
Quarterdeck Restaurant & Bar at Laru Beya presents
“Belizean Buffet Night” from 6:3 9 p.m. with Live
entertainment. Complimentary pick up and drop off within
Placencia Village & Maya Beach. For reservations call 5233476.
Robert’s Grove – Experience Garifuna Drumming with Seine Bight’s
very own ‘Lumalali Beidi’ drumming troupe! 6 to 7p.m. Dinner Pickups available. 523-3565!
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Saturday
Barefoot Bar - Horseshoes at 3:30 p.m. Live Music with Gram from
6:30 to 10 p.m. Alternative, Rock, Reggae and more.
J-Dee’s Restaurant & Bar - Live music from 8 p.m. to midnight.
Sunday
Barefoot Bar: Live Reggae Music from 6 to 10 p.m.
Paella Night at Habanero’s! Complimentary glass of House Sangria for
each diner. 6 to 9 p.m. Pick-ups available. 523-3565!
De Lite Cafe at Maya Beach: Sushi on Sundays, Belizean
specials with fresh natural produce. Licensed restaurant open 7
a.m. to 9 p.m. at Spectarte Art and Garden Gallery 533-8019, 604-8910
or 629-3286 for information and reservations.
Yoli’s Bar & Grill : 4 p.m. Placencia’s Famous Ring Game!!!
Everyday
Friday
Barefoot Bar - Our Barefoot Bash! House Band Inner Vibrations 7 p.m.
to midnight. All Caribbean style music including Punta, Reggae & Soca!
- Barefoot Bar -“Some people can’t handle this much fun!”
Dawn’s Grill & Go - Fried Chicken Fridays! The name says it all.
Delite Cafe Dinner and a Big Screen Movie. Check out what's on at
delitecafe.net come for dinner or snacks and get comfortable for a night
at the movies. Movie starts 6:30 p.m. CALL 533-8019, 604-8910 or 629
- 3286 for information and reservations. Located at Spectarte Art and
Garden Gallery in Maya Beach.
Green Parrot - Beach BBQ, served on the Patio, features ribs, chicken
& seafood (monster shrimp when available), plus all the trimmings.
Reservations: 523-2488.
Siripohn Thai Food– every Friday Thai food for sale by Siripohn,
Menu changes every week. Located on the main road, two-story house
beside the cemetery.
Singing Sands Inn - Martini Night. All Martinis 25% off! We have a
wide selection of flavors to taste including our Melon Martini or
decadent Chocolate Martini.
The Placencia Hotel - Karaoke starting at 8 p.m.!!!
Robert’s Grove: Legendary Beach BBQ Buffet, 7 to 9 p.m. Live music
and our famous Banana Fosters Dessert! Dinner Pick-ups available. 5233565!
Singing Sands Inn: Margarita Night! Try our selection of
flavored Margaritas for only $10. Our Mango Margarita made
with fresh mango and the Cherry Coco Margarita are two
favorites.
Barefoot Bar: Happy Hour from 5 to 6 p.m. $2 off all local rum drinks,
daiquiris and coladas. $3.50 for all Belikin Beer, Stout, & Lighthouse.
Great Lunch Specials everyday for just $12 and great dinner specials
every night for $16-18!
DANUBE, Austrian Restaurant: Dice for your Belikin beer between
4:30 and 6 p.m. E.g., Dice “1” and pay just $1, dice “2” and pay just $2
or be lucky and dice “6” and get your Belikin beer for FREE. This
special is available with a snack and/or dinner only! DANUBE is located
just 100 yards north of Robert’s Grove. Closed Tuesdays.
www.danubebelize.com, Tel: 610-0132.
Delite cafe at Maya Beach. Get cracking with a delicious early bird
breakfast or come for our full menu, designer bocas, decadent desserts
and daily specials made with fresh natural produce. Licensed restaurant
with cultural and waterfall rooms just perfect for relaxation and
rejuvenation. Open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Spectarte Art and Garden Gallery 533-8019, 604-8910 or 629-3286 for
information and reservations.
DeTatch Seafood Beach Bar & Grill: $4 rum punch all day, everyday.
On the beach - See you there!!!
Sunset Happy Hour at Habanero’s! 5 to 7 p.m. $10 Margaritas! $4
Beers! $4 Local Rum drinks! Cocktails on the lagoon after a hard week’s
work!
DeViners - Happy Hour! Monday - Friday from 6 to 7 pm. $3 local rum
drinks & $4 beer! On the beach!
Maya Beach Bistro Happy Hour 2 to 5 p.m. with half-price appetizer
menu and daily $5 bar snack specials. Also, $4 Belikin and $4 local rum.
Take the bus from Placencia at 1:30 p.m., depart Maya Beach on the bus
at 5 p.m. Closed Mondays. 520-8040
Pickled Parrot Bar & Grill -Ten Dolla’ Lunch Special noon to
2 p.m., Happy Hour 5 to 6 p.m. Rum Drinks from $3 and up.
Robert’s Grove - Seaside Happy Hour and bar snacks! 4 to 6
p.m. $5 Local Beer and Rum Drinks!
Singing Sands Inn: Happy Hour 4 to 6 p.m. Belikin and local rum at
discounted prices. Closed for lunch and dinner on Tuesdays.
For
reservations or information call 520-8022 or email
info@singingsands.com. Get 15% off from our Lunch and Dinner menu
during regular hours of operation (Limited time only and look for
coupon code within the Breeze).
The Placencia Breeze –September 2011- Page 4
The Great Placencia Shoot Out
Wednesday evening a meeting was hosted by
Laura Baya Resort and featured Annelise Hagan
of Southern Environmental Association as a guest
speaker. Annelise explained how fragile the reef
system is and how we affect it.
The contestants returned to their homes with a
very favorable impression of Placencia and the
friendly people here. They also have won several
very nice prizes and each of them talked of
returning to Placencia in the future.
This photo of a loggerhead turtle won “Best in Show” for the first Placencia Shoot Out and is just one example of how the
photos captured during the competition lived up to expectations. If you would like to see all the winning photos you can
visit The Great Placencia Shoot Out! Placencia, Belize page on Facebook.
Many great images were taken during the threeday Great Placencia Shoot Out, and these will be
seen by many underwater photographers who
may be convinced to make a trip to Placencia to
take similar photographs. These photos will also
be used to attract more contestants to compete in
the second annual Great Placencia Shoot Out in
2012. A calendar, which will be produced using
the winning photos, will be given to each
contestant and will be sold by the Placencia
BTIA. The profits generated from the sales of
these calendars will be used to cover the costs of
this year’s and future contests. If you would like
to order a calendar for your use, or to sell in your
shop, please contact the Placencia Tourism
Center.
The first evening of the contest, a meeting was
held at Robert’s Grove and featured Bonnie
Pelnar as a guest speaker. Bonnie spoke about
how to compose better photos. Everyone there
learned how to take better photos and had a great
meal. The staff at Roberts Grove did a great job
in making everyone feel welcomed and showing
our guests what a friendly place Placencia is to
visit.
This event, much like Lobsterfest and the
Sidewalk Arts Festival has been designed to lure
visitors to Placencia during slow months of the
year. While this year’s photo contest did not draw
the numbers we had originally hoped for, we
know that it will grow into something that will be
a huge draw in the future. Our Lobsterfest and
Sidewalk Arts Festival have certainly grown over
the years. These two events now bring many
tourists to Placencia, and most people in
Placencia feel that The Great Placencia Shoot Out
will do the same in future years. Elysia Dial said,
“We have learned many things about how to run
this kind of event and by improving on those
things, we will see many more people at next
year’s Shoot Out.” One of the most important
things we learned is how and when to publicize a
contest like this. For the second Shoot Out, we
will have publicity out in plenty of time for
people to plan their vacation around it. We will
also make better use of the internet to let
underwater photographers around the world know
about it.
We received a lot of support from local
businesses and believe that the prizes and
discounts they donated will bring the winning
contestants back to Placencia. We will continue
to use prizes that not only attract people to enter,
but will also bring people back for future visits.
Siripohn’s Thai Massage
Certified Thai Therapist
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Thai Massage
Essential Oil
Swedish
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Jet Lag Massage
Back and Shoulder
Foot Massage
Body Treatment
Facial Treatment
Hair Treatment
We do house calls!
Situated across the road from Barefoot Bar right next to
the cemetery.
E-mail: jenjira01@yahoo.com
Phone number 600-0375 or 620-8718
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Air Conditioned Room!!!
The Placencia Breeze – September 2011- Page 5
PROTECTING PLACENCIA
LAGOON: AN IDEA WHOSE TIME
HAS COME continued from pg. 1
air and insects of every size, shape and variety. In
the last decade, with the proliferation of
excavators, dredges and draglines—not to
mention the rapidly rising price of beach front—
the face of the lagoon has been changing almost
on a daily basis. Not only have large areas of
mangrove been cut and filled but seabed under
several feet of navigable water has been parceled
out and has turned into housing estates. The
resulting siltation and loss of protective
mangrove has resulted in the degradation of large
areas of Placencia Lagoon. Fortunately, a number
of individuals and organizations have made us
increasingly aware of the problem and—with the
help of international partners—have taken
important steps to halt and even reverse the
destructive process.
This latest initiative is the culmination of those
efforts. But because the process of creating a
protected area is a long one that involves much
research, scientific and political input, the PCSD
initiative includes an extremely important
request: that a moratorium be instituted
(To the left)
PCSD’s Director
Adrian Vernon
has been busy
working along
with various
government and
non-government
agencies to secure
the proposed
moratorium to
give protected
area status to a
significant area
within the Placencia Lagoon.
immediately against the granting of any leases
as well as the conversion of existing leases into
title on any land or water in and around
Placencia Lagoon. This moratorium is
absolutely crucial as if all the lands and waters
of the lagoon have been parceled out there will
be no area to protect.
Already, we are hearing reports of leases being
solicited in these ecologically valuable
mangrove wetlands. I myself have seen a
surveying team on Drunken Man Caye cutting
lines through the island’s old growth
mangrove—an area that offers some of the best
kayaking in the country, an area that will form
the backbone of the peninsula’s future ecotourism
base. Requests for information on these
incursions have been met with denials from
officials and assurances that rumors should not be
mistaken for facts. But it was not rumors
manning the chain saws, machetes and survey
equipment at Drunken Man Caye and—as we
have seen in the past—rumors have a funny way
of morphing into reality, especially during the run
up to general elections.
Again, thanks to the folks on the frontline at
PCSD and all those supporting this initiative. Our
future generations will thank you.
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“continually expanding” Placencia Village. US$327.000
Well-established Bar & Restaurant
which boasts a longstanding clientele
of both locals and tourists alike. Living accommodation is also included
on-site. A “huge plus” being that the
Existing Name, Logo & Website, are
included in the sale – Often featured/
Recommended in Fodor’s, Rough
Guide, Lonely Planet and the likes.
Space to add cabanas on-site for additional income ALSO due to the location and design it offers the unique opportunity to operate ANY business if
the current one does not suit, OR turn it into a private residence.
Residential Lots on Caribbean Way
- US $70,000 - The unique shape and location of this lot allows for
perfect views. You are just one lot from the Caribbean Sea so beach views
are excellent with several beach access zones just steps away. Caribbean
Way is set back from the main road and therefore offers great privacy and
shelter from road noise. Great price for this excellent location.
- US $175,000 - This beach front lot at 240 ft deep and 90 ft wide
with mature trees and tropical vegetation offers a great setting for a residential home. Tranquil and private, beautiful beach front amongst some
of the nicest homes on the Peninsular and full time neighbors.
Unique Residential or Commercial Lots in Placencia
Village
US $250,000 - This lot has water on 2 sides, Caribbean Sea on one and
Placencia Lagoon on the other. Ideal for someone who desires immediate
boat access to the Caribbean and a safe spot to dock the boat. For those
of you who want to be “in town” so you can walk or bike everywhere yet
demand some peace and quiet then this is your spot! Spectacular views
of Placencia Bay, the ocean and mountains, THE place to be to watch
the sunsets. The adjacent lot ($260,000) is also available making for a
grand building site with 160′ of ocean and
lagoon frontage.
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Boris Mannsfeld & Associates charges a respectable 6%
commission and strongly believes in cooperating with all real estate agents. We only represent quality properties located exclusively in the
Placencia Peninsula area. Thank you for the consideration.
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PTC Director Ellie Dial is leaving after 11 years - continued from pg 2
addition to the PTC’s always
friendly service to all who
walk through its doors and
being
the
premier
information hub for both
visitor and resident, the
Center has formed creative
outlets that have helped
Placencia become one of the
fastest growing tourism
destinations in Belize.
The Placencia Breeze, and
overseeing the facilitation
for tour guide licensing,
training, and educational
outreach.
Since accepting Dial’s
resignation as Executive
Director of the Placencia
Tourism Center, the Board
of Placencia Chapter of the
Belize Tourism Industry
As a marketing agent, the
Association have selected
PTC tirelessly promotes the
communications
beautiful destination of
professional Ms. Jolie
Placencia through its website Jolie Pollard, new Placencia Tour- Pollard to fill the position.
www.placencia.com, various ism Center Executive Director
Pollard is a native of
tradeshows and social media.
Belize City, but no
As an event coordinator, the PTC has
stranger to Placencia where she grew up
successfully developed grand peninsula
spending her school holidays with her
attractions, such as the highly successful
grandparents Julia (deceased) and
Placencia Lobsterfest in partnership with
Cleveland Berry of The Galley Restaurant.
the Placencia Village Council; the
She shares many fond memories of
Mistletoe Ball, which is the most highly
Placencia. “Like many others who grew up
anticipated night of the holiday season and
here, I woke up early in the morning and
the Placencia Sidewalk Arts Festival. In
walked barefoot in the village picking
her final months as executive director,
craboo, looting mangos, and getting sun
Dial’s team introduced two promising
burnt all day on the beach while picking
events – the Great Placencia Photo Shoot
sea grapes and cocoplums and loading
Out – an underwater photo contest and the
plastic bags and buckets with my cousins. I
September 10th Salt Water Fishing
caught my very first fish here, a small
Tournament, which has historically taken
grunt, on what was then “new pier” when I
place during June’s Lobsterfest.
was 10 years old. I camped out on the
beach and listened to ghost stories when
Dial’s contributions to the growth of the
few lights were around. Some of the most
PTC also include her tenure as editor in
formative experiences of my childhood and
chief of the PTC’s near monthly newspaper
youth happened here in Placencia Village.”
Her mother Dawn Pollard is the proprietor
of Grill ‘n’ Go and her aunt, Julie Berry,
was a scuba diving instructor in Placencia
for many years. Pollard is returning to
Belize from Mobile, Alabama in the U.S.A.
where she studied journalism at Spring
Hill College and where she also worked
with the College’s fundraising team as a
grant writer and prospect research analyst
following her graduation in 2007. Pollard
served as editor in chief of her college
newspaper and interned at Channel 5,
Great Belize Productions in Belize City, as
well as the Communications Office at her
alma mater in Mobile. She was also the
first-runner up out of 25 competitors in the
region who participated in Conde Nast
Traveler Magazine’s 5th Annual “My
Caribbean Essay Competition.”
“I am very pleased to return home and
have this incredible opportunity to work in
a place I truly care about and with some of
the most wonderful people” said Pollard. “I
have deep admiration and respect for Ellie
and her team and intend to continue to
develop all their successful projects that
the Placencia community and visitors –
both foreign and local like myself — have
grown to love and appreciate.”
Pollard says she hopes to not only continue
the PTC’s current offerings, but introduce
new activities and events such as an
annual beach music festival. “I’m looking
forward to meeting with everyone in
Placencia and discussing new ideas and
how we can make them happen.”
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Best Snorkeling & Diving: Belize
The Caribbean’s Technicolor depths are one of its biggest draws, and no place
does coral like Belize. The tiny Central American nation has prime proximity
to the magnificent Mesoamerican Reef, which stretches nearly 700 miles from
Mexico to northern Honduras. Grab a mask and fins and dive in.
Best Adventure Destination: Belize
It’s your favorite diving destination, but you love Belize’s topside attractions
too. Zip lining through the jungle, sea kayaking, white-water rafting, caving
and mountain biking get the adrenaline flowing.
The Placencia Breeze – September 2011- Page
Snakes
By Barnacle Bill, Contributing Writer
Belize has many different species of
snakes. Yea — I said, “Snakes.” The
mere mention of the word can send
some people into hiding. There are
a lot of myths about snakes, such as
they are slimy. Wrong, not the case.
When you hold one, and I suggest
you do if you have not, they feel
very un-slimy. Kinda silky so to
speak.
A lot of folks will kill every snake they
see. Why? For various reasons I have
heard. One reason being: “One day
that snake will bite me.”
Of course, that is not true. Snakes will
run from you faster than you will run
from them.
I am not saying all snakes are
harmless. And until you know what
snake you are dealing with, it should
be approached with caution.
Green Headed Tree Snake — “A very attractive snake.” (Photo by Barnacle Bill.)
I believe all snakes are carnivores.
When the rain pours, the frogs come
out. And right behind them, are the
snakes who hunt them. Snakes are
great for keeping the mouse and rat
population in check, but sometimes the
larger Boa Constrictors will meddle
with the cat crowd as well. (We try to
catch and re-locate those offenders.)
Placencia Ladies Enjoy a Day at Hatchet Caye
This little guy is a “Green Headed Tree
snake’. They are a slender snake, no
fatter than your pinky finger. A 4-5 ft
long one would be considered big. As
with most snakes their ‘paint job’ is
fascinating to look at. A very attractive
snake. From what I have seen, they
thrive on small frogs and house geckos.
They won’t bother you so try to get a
good look at one before he moves on
about his business.
But you best be ready because they are
FAST!
Photo by Liston Leslie
Miss Cunchie Villanueva, Amelia Godfrey, Miss Sonia Leslie, Wende Bryan and Denise Williams
enjoyed a fantastic day at Hatchet Caye – one super Lobsterfest prize won by Miss Cunchie.
Captain Walter and Liston Leslie brought the ladies out to the caye on their fantastic boat and were met
by barman, Sammy, and a tray of fresh fruit punch. Following a delicious lunch of shrimp, beef
tenderloin, fish and chicken, the ladies were treated to an afternoon of fishing.
The caye is a truly beautiful Belizean experience with attentive staff and lots to do. Thank you Hatchet
Caye for one great day!
The Secret Garden
Restaurant and Bar
Nominated for
"Restaurant of the Year 2011”
by The Belize Tourism Board
Rated #1 Restaurant
in Placencia on "Trip Advisor".
Come by and say hello to
Randy & Sabrina! 634-9789
Also
Owner,
Lee Nyhus
Certified in Tokyo, Japan
Swedish, Deep Tissue
&Therapeutic Massage
Reiki Energy and Body Work
Indian Head Massage, Facial,
Foot Treatment & More!
Located Behind Wallen’s Market
www.secretgardenplacencia.com
lee@secretgardenplacencia.com
Call:523-3420 or 624-6096
Placencia Assassins triumph despite the odds!
Continued from pg. 1
goal. The crowd went
wild as if an earthquake
had passed through the
stadium.
The night continued with
a temporary power
outage within the
stadium, more rain, and
an increasingly sloppy
field.
In the first minutes of the
second half Placencia
Assassins brought on
loud cheering, screams
and even dancing, with a
second goal by Wilmer
Garcia. It wasn’t until a
penalty kick was given,
that the City Boys
squeezed in a goal. Fans
became anxious as the
final minutes came
followed by four minutes
of extra time.
The Champions! - Photo by Maretha McCullock
In the end, despite what was perceived by Assassins fans to be far too many
whistles against Placencia and far too little against the City Boys, the Assassins
triumphed in a 2-1 win and took the Belize Bank Super League! Drenched fans
poured onto the field to celebrate with the players and the rain did nothing to
dampen any of their spirits. For those within the stadium there had been little
doubt that the Assassins would be victorious - the energy within the stadium
was would allow for nothing less!
Congrats to the Placencia Assassins: Champions of the Belize Bank Super
League 2011! We would like to thank all of the businesses and individuals who
supported this event and hope that they continue to do so on future events.
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Know Your Liquor License
This is the time of year when all
business places that sell alcohol
start the process of renewing their
“Liquor License”.
have the “Placencia Tourism
Center” to act as our “facilitator”,
and making the process much more
convenient for all.
There are many different types of
licenses, but they ALL have at least
two things in common. The first
and foremost, is that they are all
governed by the “The Intoxicating
Liquor Licensing Act” Chapter 150
-- “Revised Edition 2000”, which is
the law. The second being that all
liquor licenses expire on January
31st of any given year, thus the
influx of newspaper adds, and the
general scramble to get together all
the necessary documents in order
for renewal.
The Stann Creek Liquor License
Board holds scheduled quarterly
meetings, traditionally scheduled
for the second Monday of January,
April, July, and October, with the
January meeting being the primary
one. To avoid any unnecessary
expense and hassle, it’s always a
good idea to check ahead of time,
as meeting dates can change. To
meet with the “Board” on any other
occasion, will be labeled as a
“Special Meeting”, and will incur a
cost of $100.
In order to obtain, or renew an
existing license, a person must first
submit an application to the
following; Stann Creek Liquor
License Board (along with your
newspaper advertisement), the
Police, the Public Health Inspector,
and the Fire Department. In the case
of new applicants, a letter of
approval from the Placencia or
Seine Bight Village Council is also
necessary. Before any license can
be approved, or renewed, the
business premises must be
inspected by all the parties
mentioned above. Here on the
peninsula, we are very lucky to
Now, let’s take a look at the various
types of liquor licenses that we
have on the peninsula. I will start
with the more common ones.
Publican Special:
This is basically a “bar” license. It
allows the holder to sell beer, wine,
and intoxicating liquors, “To be
consumed on the Premise”. Their
hours are from 10 a.m. to midnight.
Most restaurants prefer this type of
license, in order to cater to a larger
clientele. The annual fee for this
license in the rural areas is $1,500.
By Harald Wallen, Placencia Village Council
Restaurant:
This license is quite a bit more
restrictive than the publican special,
because it only allows alcohol to be
served with the purchase of a meal.
This license holder is allowed to be
open from 6 am until midnight, and
the annual fee is $500 in rural areas.
Shop:
This license allows primarily
grocery stores to sell “retail”
alcoholic beverages “NOT to be
consumed on the premises.” This
license holder is allowed to have its
premises open for business daily
from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. However, the
establishment must remain closed
on Good Friday and Christmas Day,
and the annual rural fee is $500.
Publican General:
This license is basically the same as
the “shop” liquor license, with one
major difference. This is the only
license where an establishment is
allowed to sell alcohol
“Wholesale” (by case). The annual
fee for this license is quite a bit
higher, at $2,500, and has caused
much controversy primarily in
Dangriga where shop owners are
selling by case, while dodging the
high priced license allowing them
to do so.
Hotel (1);
This is for the smaller hotels that
have a combination restaurant and
bar and allows them to sell retail
drinks to be consumed on the
premises, and sealed containers to
be consumed off the premises, only
to their guests, or bona fide
travelers. The annual fee is $1,500,
and the hours are daily from 9 a.m.
to midnight.
Hotel (2+):
This license is for the larger hotels
and resorts which have multiple
bars. The annual fee is therefore
increased to $2,500. Hours and
limitations remain the same.
Malt and Cider:
This license holder is allowed to
sell beer, stout, and wine “To be
Consumed on the Premises.” No
hard liquor such as rum is to be
sold. Hours are daily from 9 a.m. to
midnight, and closed on Christmas
and Good Friday. The annual rural
fee for this license is only $300.
Convenience Store:
This is one of the newer class of
licenses, and it targets primarily gas
stations. This establishment is
allowed to sell retail, in sealed
containers, “Not to be Consumed
on the Premises.” They are allowed
to be open daily from 6 a.m. to
midnight, and the annual fee is
$1,200.
Night Club:
Because these types of bars are
required to be sound proof, they are
allowed to sell retail drinks “To be
Consumed ON the Premises,” and
to remain open for longer hours on
the weekends. On Thursdays,
Fridays, and Saturdays, their hours
are from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m. the
following morning. The rest of the
week, they need to close at
midnight. The annual fee for this
license is the highest of all, being
$3,000.
These are the types of “annual”
liquor licenses that we see on the
peninsula. In addition to these, there
are two other types that are issued
only on a “per event” basis.
The “SPECIAL” license is for
individuals or groups that want to
sell alcohol for a special occasion,
such as sporting events, fundraisers,
etc. This license is issued for certain
hours only, costs $50, and requires
the holder to have present two
uniformed security (police). Many
times, the $50 fee can be waived
with a letter of recommendation
from the village council.
The “EXTENTION”, allows the
holder of a “Night Club”, or a
“Publican Special” license, ONLY,
to stay open for business for up to 2
additional hours. The fee is $75,
and also requires the presents of the
two uniformed security.
A few other notes of interest are
that in order to obtain any license,
“To be Consumed ON the
Premises”, the establishment must
provide its customers with both a
male, and female bathroom, in
addition to a wash basin. Also, the
employees of any establishment,
weather they be waitresses,
cashiers, shop clerks, etc. are
required to always have a current
“Food Handlers Certificate.”
Once again, the Placencia Tourism
Center comes to the rescue by
organizing group sessions with the
Ministry of Health, whereby
stakeholders can conveniently get
all their employees certified.
So here you have the basics. For
more detail information, you can go
to the “ACT”, or call the “Liquor
License Board” in Dangriga.
Food Handlers Workshop to
take place in November!
Contact your Placencia Tourism
Center for details!
Seaweed Farming Near Placencia Becomes a Reality!
By Lisa Carne, Contributing Writer
After waiting almost a year for funding since the project was
approved in June 2010, the Placencia Producers Cooperative
Society Ltd (PPCSL) has finally established seaweed farms
near Little Water and Hatchet Caye. The funding comes
from the Community Management of Protected Areas
Conservation Programme COMPACT ($90,000BZ) and the
project lasts 18 months from its (new) starting date, June
2011. The goal of COMPACT in Belize is to preserve the
ecological integrity, biodiversity and character of the Belize
Barrier Reef Reserve System - World Heritage Site, by
developing and supporting a range of conversation and
sustainable livelihood activities through transparent and
democratic partnerships with coastal communities and other
stakeholders.
The project is fully endorsed by the Belize Fisheries
Department, Southern Environmental Association (SEA)
and the Placencia Village council and aims to reduce fishing
pressure in and around Gladden Spit and the Silk Cayes
Marine Reserve by providing what we hope will be a
profitable alternative livelihood from traditional commercial
species (like lobster & conch).
women’s vital role in the co-op in the past. The seaweed will
be offered both dried and vacuum-sealed (with a shelf life up
to one year), and processed as a ready-to-use gel (which
needs to be refrigerated, for shakes, etc).
COMPACT funded a market study conducted in 2009 and
Belize only suggested gross profits are possible up to
$700,000BZ/year but we hope to glean yield data that will
allow us to expand to international markets, where seaweed
is used as feed for fish farms and a base in cosmetics and the
biotechnology industry.
For more information on the project contact Sydney Lopez,
Jr., Chairman of PPCSL, Lisa Carne, Project Coordinator,
Kurt Godfrey local seaweed expert, Carlton Young, Sr. (Mr.
Jack) and/or the Facebook page entitled “Placencia Seaweed
Farmers” which also houses a short video on the project
produced Janelle Chanona and funded by the Healthy Reefs
for Healthy People Initiative.
The year-long delay came about because it was mandated
the co-op should lease the sea beds where the farming will
occur. After seeking help from Department of Environment
(DOE) and Lands we were told government would lease the
sea beds to PPCSL for $70,000BZ/year, far out of the range
of the project budget. With help from the Fisheries
Department and some personal intervention, we now have a
research permit for the duration of this project to avoid those
costly fees.
The species being farmed is Euchema spp. which was taken
from Glover’s Reef Marine Reserve with special permission
from the Belize Fisheries Department as a one-time
allowance to generate seed stock. Weather was on our side!
Tropical Storm Harvey disturbed a large patch (over 100m
long and in some places 4m wide) where participants were
able to cull from in a refresher cultivation workshop at
Glover’s Reef Aug. 23-25, 2011. The original seaweed
cultivation workshops were conducted by Alan Smith
(deceased) with funding from WWF, UNEP, ICRAN and
BFCA in 2005, and the PPCSL has wanted to implement
farms since then.
Included in the project are funds to renovate the co-op
building for processing and packaging the seaweed, and
funds to hire up to three women part-time in recognition of
Brothers Louis and Dale Godfrey show off their seaweed harvest.
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Placencia’s Seaweed Farmers: (Shown clockwise) Faygon Villanueva, Eworth
Garbutt, Kurt Godfrey Sr, Chris Lewis, Glenford Eiley, Dale Godfrey, Clint
Villanueva, Carlton “Jack” Young Sr., Louis Godfrey, Earl Godfrey Sr., Lionel
Tucker Jr, Lisa Carne, Lowell Godfrey, Sydney Lopez Jr, Allen Arnold and
Terrence Cabral.
Profits help
protect our
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The PTC has a large supply of:
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• postcards
• mail drop to leave your cards
• stamps and more
All to help make your visit to
Placencia perfect! Stop by the
Placencia Tourism Center to check
it out! Stay in touch by following
us on www.placenciabreeze.com &
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Marechal, Jeanne
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Wendy’s Restaurant & Bar
On the Main Street in downtown Placencia
Open Daily
7:00 am til 9:30 pm
Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Patio Dining Outside & A/C Dining Inside
Seating for 100 ~ Catering available for private events
Phone 523-3335 & email wendylemus02@hotmail.com
Visa & MasterCard Accepted
“Our best meal in Belize is at Wendy's Restaurant…..” - Travel + Leisure Magazine Feb 2006
Above Ground Coffee 18‐C4 Artful Dodger Sail & Canvas 92‐A2 Barefoot Bar 38‐D3 Belize Sailing Charters 99‐C4 Belize Tradewinds Cruise Club 98‐A2 Blue Garden House 88‐E2 Blue Lagoon Apartments 80‐D3 Boris Mannsfeld & Associates 97‐C4 Captain Jak’s Cabanas 52‐D2 Caribbean Travel & Tours 8‐D3 Casa Del Sol 76‐F3 Casa Placencia 81‐F2 Century21 BTAL 93‐B4 Coconut Cottage 54‐D4 Colibri House 55‐E3 CPC Reality 43‐C3 Destinations Belize 42‐C4 DeViners 19‐E3 Dianni’s Guesthouse 56‐B3 Easy Living Apartments 57‐C4 Eloise’s Guesthouse 58‐C3 French Louie Caye 33‐D3 Garden Cabanas 60‐B3 George Cowdrey’s Guesthouse 89‐E3 Grill & Go 17‐C3 Guild & Guild Consulting 10‐F2 Harbor Hideaway 88‐E1 Harry’s Cozy Cabanas 61‐B3 Hatchet Caye 35‐E5 J‐Dees Restaurant & Bar 20‐D3 Jewel of Placencia 27‐C4 Joy Tours 44‐C3 Julia’s Cabanas 62‐E3 Kingfisher Adventures 45‐E3 Las Amigas 26‐E3 Leslie Tech Service 46‐E3 Lydia’s Guesthouse 64‐E3 Manatee Inn 65‐F3 Maya Lodge 66‐E2 Michelo Flats 67‐F2 Miramar Apartments 68‐E3 Mirasol Villa 69‐C4 MnM Hardware Placencia 96‐D3 One World Rental 70‐C4 Paradise Vacation Resort 71‐B3 PCSD 47‐E2 Placencia Bazaar 7‐D3 Placencia Yacht Club 34‐A5 Property Pro Belize 43‐C3 Ranguana Lodge 30‐E3 Re/Max Property Center 39‐D3 Rumfish y Vino 43‐C3 Seahorse Dive Shop 48‐D4 Seaspray Hotel 79‐E3 Sea View Suites 63‐C4 Secret Garden Day Spa 4‐C3 Secret Garden Restaurant & Bar 24‐C3 Silver Leaf 90‐E2 Siripohn Thai Massage 8‐D3 Southern Environmental Association 95‐D3 Sunset Pointe Condos 40‐A1 Splash Dive Center 49‐C4 The Flamboyant 28‐C4 The North Beach 73‐E3 The Shak Beach Café 16‐C4 The Yellow House 74‐D3 The Village Inn 31‐F3 Three Iguanas Villa 86‐E2 Toucan Lulu 75‐F3 Trip N Travel 51‐C4 Tuttifrutti Ice Cream Parlor 43‐C3 Wendy’s Creole Restaurant & Bar 15‐C4 Westwind Hotel 78‐D4 Whipray Caye Lodge 32‐E5 White Sand Villa 82‐C3 Yello Bella 29‐F2 Yoli’s Bar 21‐B3 Z‐Touch Day Spa 6‐D3
Hurricane Season! Be Prepared!!!
When it comes to tropical storms some people are
not as concerned as they should be. However, this
year TS Harvey taught Belize a lesson, that a
tropical storm can move very quickly and be on
us in no time and that forecasts are not always
100 percent sure. No one even expected that
Harvey would cause chaos on an inland village
like Crooked Tree, unleashing a tornado that
destroyed houses and trees. Therefore, we should
be extra careful and be prepared for anything
when a tropical storm is near, not to mention
stronger hurricanes.
June to November are the months we should all
be prepared for, these months mark the hurricane
season here in the Tropics. This is when we are
all worried, but the biggest question you should
ask yourself is “am I prepared?” The most
common answer you’ll find is NO, most people
believe that because their house is built to stand a
powerful hurricane, they are safe. They may be
wrong. We can not predict the weather for sure,
so it’s better to be prepared than to be sorry.
These are some tips you should take into
consideration when doing your hurricane
plan:
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Stay tuned to radio and television stations for
regular bulletins.
Rely only on official bulletins; do not check
these over the telephone.
As long as your house is inland and well
built-with strong foundations and a good
roof, stay at home.
Use storm shutters or board windows
securely, protect outward door.
Stock up on food that has a long shelf life.
Check that oil and butane stoves are in
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working order; replenish stock of kerosene,
charcoal and butane.
Sterilize baths and all containers and cooking
utensils to store water. If in doubt, drink
boiled or treated water only.
Keep flashlights, candles and storm lanterns
handy along with batteries and matches.
Store all garden implements and furniture
inside if possible.
Lighten foliage of fruit trees near buildings.
If very strong winds are likely, remove all
coconuts.
If you are evacuating, leave early so that you
are not stranded by flooded roads, fallen
trees, wires and traffic jams and make sure
you have enough fuel in your vehicle and
follow routes and highways.
If there is a lull after the 'eye' of the storm
has passed, stay in a safe place, except to
make emergency repairs. The wind may
return suddenly with even greater strength.
Since 90 percent of hurricane casualties
occur from drowning, you must evacuate
islands and beaches and other vulnerable
locations as early as possible.
Those seeking shelter should shut off water,
gas and electricity before leaving home. These are tips that are given by NEMO, the
National Emergency Management Organization.
You can visit the NEMO site at
www.nemo.org.bz
Finally after the storm, do not leave shelters or
homes until the “All Clear” is given. There might
still be trees falling and electrical wires all over.
We are still prone to flash flooding and weather
changes. So be prepared, be careful and be safe!
REPORTING FIRES
With the presence of Phillip Molina
of the National Fire Service (NFS) in
Placencia, it is important that efforts
between the NFS and the Peninsula
Volunteer Fire Department (PVFD) be
coordinated to maximize firefighting efficiency.
One area of particular concern is the reporting of
fires by the public. In order to be in a position to
respond quickly and efficiently, we ask that calls
to report a fire be directed to one of the
following:
Phillip Molina (NFS) 503-3222
Kathy Anglin (PVFD) 626-0667
Placencia Police 503-3142
Seine Bight Police 503-3148
To get the Fire Department to the correct place
as quickly as possible and to ensure that the
proper equipment and personnel are brought to
the scene, please be prepared to provide the
following information:
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Your Name and Telephone Number
The Exact Location of the Fire (using an
address, landmark, mile marker,etc.)
The Type of Fire (brush or structure)
Any Information Regarding People in a
Structure
Any Structures Nearby Threatened
Additional information may be requested when
the call is made that will assist in the response.
The Public’s cooperation in this is vital to
provide the best fire protection service possible.
This is your Fire Department and they are
protecting your property and lives, please
support them and, in the event of a fire, be
prepared to provide as much information as
possible. Thank you for your support.
ROTARY CLUB OF PLACENCIA NEWS
The Rotary Club of Placencia hit the
ground running in July as we begin a new
Rotary year. Bingo returned with a new
schedule and location (not to mention the
addition of a progressive jackpot game),
the Summer Reading Program was held in
Seine Bight, our first Fireside of the year
was enjoyed by all, some work was done at
the cemetery in Placencia Village and
plans were made for projects in September.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Last year, Placencia Rotarian Linda Cazin
Burrow
organized
a
onew e e k
Summer
Reading
Program
for Infant
1
and
Infant 2
children
in Seine
Bight who were having problems reading.
The program was funded by the Rotary
Club of Placencia and was conducted with
volunteers from the Club and our
scholarship students. Based upon the
success of last year’s program, Linda
arranged for this year’s program to be two
weeks and accepted the generous offer of
assistance from teachers representing the
Rotary Club of Edmonton West, Canada.
The program started on Monday July 18
with 16 students and ran through Friday
July 29 with an average daily attendance
of around 10 students. Testing on all
students was performed over the first two
days and again at the end of the program
with improvements noted in most of the
students that attended through the entire
program. The daily sessions featured
snacks for the children, individual tutoring
sessions, and games that made learning
fun, as indicated by the results.
The many people that we wish to thank for
their participation in this program include
Edmonton West, Canada Rotarian Al
Sanderson and teachers Karen Sanderson,
Wendy Mitchell, and Cathie Graves-Evans
for their expertise and tireless efforts, as
well the opportunity for us to get to know
such outstanding people; our scholarship
students Aleen Vicente, Andrea Chironos,
B’John Augustine, Damone Martinez,
Dasha Guzman, Denicia Aranda, and
Tiana Felix for their hard work and good
natures; Harriet Augustine for providing a
place to hold the first session; the Seine
Bight PTA for making the pre-school
available for the rest of the sessions;
Placencia Rotarians Lydia Villanueva,
Lynn Ann Snellman, Wanda Stakutis, and
Greg Valiton for their efforts (with special
thanks to Lydia for sending the kids home
on the last day with a jar of her delicious
jam); and, especially, Placencia Rotarian
Linda Cazin Burrow for all her hard work
putting this program together. Discussions
have already started regarding next year’s
program using what we learned from this
one and we hope to include a program in
Placencia Village as well as continuing the
program in Seine Bight.
from the previous Bingo goes in to the
progressive jackpot, which started at
$250). The crowd was lively as the
numbers were pulled with the lucky
winners including Adrien, Isme, Janeen,
Karen (twice), Charles (Dicky), Mariam
(twice), Jason and Wendy (split pot),
Myrtle, and Wendy. The winner of the
“cover all” game was Gail, however, the
card was not completed in 49 balls or less
so the jackpot grew from the original $250
(new jackpot value will be announced at
the next game). The money raised from
this game is designated for the Rotary
Club of Placencia’s Scholarship Fund.
Another night of Bingo was held on August
4 with the lucky winners being Brent, Ivan
(4 times), Gail, Wendy, Jordanna, and
Keith. The winner of the “cover all” game
was Angela, however, the card was not
completed in 49 balls or less, so, the
progressive jackpot, which was worth
$500, will grow for the next game on
August 18. The money from this game is
also designated for the Scholarship Fund.
Our thanks go out to J-Dees for providing
the venue; our new Bingo coordinator
Sandra Steele for all of her efforts; our
Placencia scholarship students Andrea
Chironos, Tiana Felix, and Marco Funez
for assisting; Kathy Anglin for calling the
games; and, of course, all that came out to
play and support the Rotary Club of
Placencia. It is our intention to hold games
on the first and third Thursdays of every
month, so, the schedule for the next two
months is:
♦ September 1, 2011
♦ September 15, 2011
♦ October 6, 2011
♦ October 20, 2011
All games will start at 6:00 PM. Please
watch for ads on cable TV and around the
Village or check our Facebook page
(Placencia Rotary) for updates.
BINGO
Bingo returned on July 21 at the new
location, J-Dees Restaurant. The first
game of the new Rotary Year was well
attended as word got around about our
new progressive jackpot game which we
hope will encourage more people to come
out and play as the jackpot grows (a
percentage of all the preliminary games
FIRESIDE
The first Fireside of the new Rotary Year
was held on Friday July 29 at Linda Cazin
Burrow’s house. The Firesides are held at
least 4 times a year to allow members of
our Club and their spouses or guests to get
together for an afternoon/evening of fun
and fellowship. These are always well
attended and, with everyone bringing a
dish to share, the food is as good as the
GOSS CHOCOLATE
ORGANICALLY GROWN
MADE IN BELIZE
AVAILABLE ON THE PENINSULA:
Placencia: Wallen’s Market, Everyday Grocery, Nang Kee Market, Sunova Beach Gift Shop, Tutti Frutti Gelato
Shop, Michelo’s Café, Turtle Inn, Chabil Mar Villas, Placencia Grocery, Ming’s Superstore, Lu Store, Above
Ground Coffee Shop, Gecko Home Art, Crocodile Gift Shop
Maya Beach: Sue & Kenny’s Mini Market, Erin Incredible Edibles, Jaguar Lanes Restaurant & Bar
Seine Bight: Lola’s Art, Danube Restaurant, Moorings, Robert’s Grove, Western Horizon Grocery &
Restaurant, Peninsula Store, and
Blue Crab Beach ~ ~ Home of Goss Chocolate 523-3544
Also available in Belize City, San Pedro, Caye Caulker, Belmopan, San Ignacio, Spanish Lookout, Corozal, Orange
Walk, Dangriga, Hopkins, Punta Gorda, Goldson International Airport, Ft George Tourism Village
The Placencia Breeze -September 2011- Page 21
company. As always, our own Maretha
McCullock provided the games, which were
enjoyed by everyone and, mercifully,
resulted in no lasting injuries to the
participants. We wish to thank Linda
Cazin Burrow for hosting the party and
our Canadian guests Wendy Mitchell,
Karen Sanderson and Cathie GravesEvans for attending and giving those who
were not able to participate in the Summer
Reading Program an opportunity to get to
know them.
CEMETERY CLEANUP
On August 6 and August 13, members of
the Rotary Club of Placencia and several
local residents gathered at the Placencia
Village Cemetery to do some cleanup and
paint the fence. There will still be some
work required that will be performed in
the coming weeks (weather permitting),
but most of the front sections of fencing
now have a fresh coat of paint on them and
the rest will be done soon. We thank the
Rotarians that took the time to come out
and help and we also wish to thank
Vincent, Matthew, Nettie, and Christine
for their assistance as well as Tiana and
Marco (2 of our scholarship students) for
their hard work.
UPCOMING
Following completion of the Placencia
Village cemetery work, we hope to do
additional painting and cleanup at the
soccer field and the playground at the
Primary School in Placencia Village. We
will post dates and time for these projects
on our Facebook page (Placencia Rotary)
and encourage residents to join us in
performing this work. In addition, we are
planning the Flag Raising Ceremony for
September, which will, once again, include
a performance by Truckee Graphite, and
will, as indicated above, be continuing with
Bingo on the first and third Thursdays of
each month.
DUCK RACE
An additional Duck Race has been added
to the schedule for this year and it will be
held on September 10 during the Fishing
Tournament. Tickets will be going on sale
soon, so, make sure you get yours early to
avoid being disappointed (tickets usually
sell out well before the race is held). The
money raised in this event will be used for
the purchase of some much needed medical
equipment for the Clinic.
OUR CLUB
The Rotary Club of Placencia is proud of
what has been accomplished by our small
group of members, but, we know that much
more can be done if more people get
involved. Joining Rotary, or just
participating in our various projects, will
give you an opportunity to make a
difference and give back to your
community while having fun working with
some great local people and getting the
opportunity to meet incredible people from
other Rotary Clubs, such as our friends
from Canada that were just here to assist
with the Reading Program. Please consider
attending
one
of
our
meetings
(Wednesdays at 12:30 PM at Yoli’s until
September and then Tuesdays at 12:30
PM, lunch is $10), check our web site
(www.rotaryclubofplacencia.org), or visit
our Facebook page (Placencia Rotary).
Helping your community will give you a
sense of satisfaction like no other, please
consider doing your part by joining us.
Rotary Club of
Placencia
meets
Tuesdays @
Yoli’s 12:30PM
$10.00
From the
Chairman’s Desk
By Charles Leslie
The Placencia Village Council is proud to inform the general public
that we have recently purchased our very own mosquito fogger, which
will allow us to fog our Village whenever we see fit.
PLACENCIA PONTOON PARTY
Monday, Wednesday & Saturday, leaves from Thirsty Turtle 10:30
am!! Unlimited Local Drinks, Music, Games, Swimming,
Snorkelling, and Lunch at a private Caye. Experience the
WILDEST PARTY on the Peninsula! $65 US per person.
EXPERIENCE THE CARRIBEAN’S MOST MAJESTIC
SUNSET CRUISE
Mon, Wed and Saturday, leaves from Thirsty Turtle at 4:00 pm.
Cruise the lagoon with wine, cheese and soft music. Enjoy the cool
breeze and radiant sunset from a luxury pontoon boat. Keep an eye
for dolphin and manatees. Perfect for couples and families.
$45 US per person.
FISHING
Enjoy a day of fishing on a private, luxury pontoon boat, with an
experienced captain who will be sure to show you all the local
fishing spots! Rates available upon request.
PRIVATE PONTOON BOAT RENTAL
Want to do your own thing?? Customize your day– When you rent
the Turtle you will have access to private snorkelling, swimming,
banana/ tube rides, fishing, sightseeing, or just relaxing on the sea.
Full day and 1/2 day rentals. Rates available upon request.
The main reason for this investment is due to the fact that there is only
one Government fogger to service the entire Southern Belize and we
found it to be very hazardous to the health of residents and visitors to
allow the buildup of mosquitoes and also are very concerned about a
dengue fever outbreak or any other health hazards related to
mosquitoes.
Fogging has commenced and will continue throughout the rainy
season, which is when the mosquito problem is the worst.
Kindly note that we spray in the early morning and late evening for
this is the optimum time to spray to get the mosquitoes in their
cycle. The chemical used does have a foul smell that lasts for about 5
minutes and dissipates, however it is not harmful to human beings and
is the same chemical used by the Ministry of Health. We apologize for
any inconveniences this may cause. The Council does its best to
inform the public when we will commence fogging.
For more information, we welcome you to contact us at
info@placenciavillagecouncil.com or 523-3396.
Charles Leslie Jr.
Chairperson
Placencia Village
Call: 670-3045 or 523-3061
Or email thirstyturtlebelize@hotmail.com
Placencia Tourism Center’s Updated Tour Guide License List As of September 2011
Alvarado, Francisco
2011-Nov. 11
Bech, Christian
2011 - Nov 18
Benguche, Bryan
2012 - May 5
Bol, Ben
2011 - Nov 11
Cabral, Egbert
2012 - Feb 11
Cabral, Julian
2012 - March 22
Castellanos, Wayne
2011– Nov 8
Carne, Lisa
2011 - Sept 9
Chan, Clodia
2012 - March 11
Chun, Cirilo
2012 - March 1
Coleman, Verna Zelma 2012 - Dec 30
Cuevas, Eloy
2011 - Oct 3
Cuevas, Ian
2012 - March 14
Eiley, Elton
2011– Nov 4
Eiley, George "Benji" 2012 - Feb 11
Eiley, George
2012 - April 5
Eiley, Kenroy
2012 - May 13
Eiley, Marisa Reina
2012 - March 21
Faux, Sean
2012 - May 13
Faux, Leslie
2011 - Nov 11
Faux, Randolph
2012 - Feb 21
Forman, Eric
2011 - Dec 14
Garbutt, Alexander
2012 - Jan 28
Garbutt, Bertrand
2012 - April 23
Garbutt, Eworth
2011 - Dec 4
Garbutt, Gilbert Jr
2011 - Dec 8
Garbutt, George
2012 - April 12
Garbutt, Jeremy
2011 - Feb 11
Garbutt, Kylon
2012 - April 5
Garbutt, Percival
2012 - April 30
Garbutt, Terry
2012 - Feb 11
Garbutt, Walter
2012 - April 23
Garbutt, Warren
2012 - Jan 4
Garbutt, Wellington Clive 2012 - March 19
Garbutt, Winsley
2012 - May 20
Garcia, Jeremy
Godfrey, Dale
Godfrey, Earl
Godfrey, Rhawn Bruce
Herrera, Miguel
Ical, Juan
Leslie, Bruce
Leslie, Doren
Leslie, Ivan Sr
Leslie, Leopold
Leslie, Marlon
Leslie, Mark
Leslie, Rene
Leslie, Russell
Linarez, Francisco
Longsworth, Gareth
Lopez, Stephen
Lozano, Devin
Mayen, Kirk
McNeil, Anne-Marie
Mes, Basilio
Mes, Zeferino
Muschamp, Alrin
Muschamp, Evaristo
Neal, Harry
Neal, Hubert
Palacio, Lennox
Parks, Anthony
Pau, Juan
Pollard, Nick
Ramirez, Patricia
Tucker, Elroy
Vernon, David
Vernon, Ian
Vernon, Levi
2011 - Oct 13
2011 - May 13
2012- Jan 28
2011 - Sept 13
2012 - Jan 10
2011 - Nov 11
2011 - Nov 18
2012 - March 14
2011 - Dec 8
Renewal In Process
2011 - Dec 11
2012 - Jan 4
2011 - Dec 20
2012 - Jan 28
2011 - Dec 22
2012 - March 14
2012 - Feb 12
2012 - April 3
2011 - Dec 11
2011 - Sept 26
2012 - March 3
2011 - Dec 22
2012 - April 5
2011 - Dec 21
2012 - Jan 10
2011 - Dec 30
2011 - Sep 18
2011 - Nov 4
2011 - Sep 13
2012 - March 14
2012 - March 14
2012 - March 14
2012 - March 14
2011 - Oct 22
2012 - March 14
Villanueva , Andria
2011 - Nov 11
Villanueva, Clint
2012 - April 3
Villanueva, Conrad
2011 - Dec 14
Villanueva, Faygon
2012 - April 5
Villanueva, Rafael
2011 - Nov 4
Villanueva, Randolph Jr 2011 - Dec 14
Westby, Jason
2011 - Dec 8
Westby, Zane
2012 - March 14
Williams, Alfred
2012 - March 14
Williams, Andre
2012 - May 20
Williams, Jason
2012 - Jan 14
Young, Dwayne
2011 - Aug 18
Young, Hubert
2012 - April 5
Please note that there may
be licensed guides that may
not appear on this list. Feel
free to contact the Placencia
Tourism Center for further
information.
Placencia…a thing of song…...
Once again Placencia has been the
inspiration for a musician that felt
compelled to share his story of
Placencia.
John Dale was first introduced to
Placencia by founder of the Book Bag
Santa project, Gary Hunt. Hunt was
preparing for his 2010 trip down to
Belize when he and John got to talking.
It wasn’t a hard sell. John signed up for
the trip and joined the excited group
who stuffed their luggage full of school
supplies to carry to our little country.
While here on that 2010 trip John went
places and met people that would
change his life—it was the true
Placencia experience. Almost as soon
as he arrived back home in Roanoke he
contacted Gary and secured his spot on
the 2011 trip!
While home, his time here stayed on his
mind, and it wasn’t long before the song
that John later came to the Placencia
Tourism Center to perform began to
form.
True to his word John headed back with
the group that recently visited
Placencia. He’s one of the first to make
a second trip with Book Bag Santa and
proud of it!
Listening to his song and speaking with
him afterwards, it was clear that once
again Placencia had worked its magic!
Down Here in Belize
By John Dale
I got D’Tached by the Sea Spray the second Maya Island Air touched down
I found the Barefoot Bar, Creole Grub at Omar’s & Juan’s taxi for riding around
Rum fish, barracuda & Tipsy Tuna shooters & Paul at the Boson’s Chair I found
Sure beats all that whining & complaining I left back in my home town.
I took a well deserved vacation, island hopping thru the Caribbean Sea
I told my boss “I’ll see you later”, I’m going to see some coconut palm trees
That was over twenty years ago, I hope she is not waiting on me
Cause I’m extending my extended vacation again down here in Belize
It’s amazing how I’ve adapted in this land of pineapple and lime
& my attitude acclimated to what is called Belizean time, which means
If it’s supposed to start at seven it might get started by nine
& if it don’t there’s always tomorrow and no one seems to mind
These pretty little black haired, blue eyed beauties take good care of me
Rubbing my head, rubbing my feet & bringing me TuttiFrutti Ice cream
I think I might have died and gone to heaven, guess I’ll just wait and see
Cause this Hokey Pokey waiting way of life is what I love down here in Belize
Waiting for a bloody Mary, waiting on a gorgeous sunrise
Waiting on lobster to cook, waiting for a Baker John’s pie
Waiting to see that pretty Patty to smile down at the Splash Dives
Or waiting for that perfect cheeseburger down at Paradise
Well I think I might have finally found my calling, I’ll know in a few more years
Meanwhile I’ll keep sorting my thoughts & drinking this Belikin Beer
I keep waiting on something to change my mind and convince me to leave here
But what could be better than tropical weather, beautiful women and sailing all year
Yes I keep waiting on something to change my mind about where I ought to be
But I am living it up in this land of speed bumps, Placencia Belize
But I love waking up in this land of speed bumps, Placencia Belize
Birthdays &
Anniversaries
September 1st Carlton Young Jr.’s Birthday
September 2nd Christine Leonard & Rashad August’s Birthday
September 3rd Gardenia Manzanero’s Birthday
September 4th Erin Park’s Birthday
September 7th Lydia Villanueva’s Birthday
September 8th Dorothy Eiley & Reina Eiley’s Birthday
September 9th Natasha Eiley’s Birthday
September 10th St. George’s Caye Day
September 11th Jodie Yearwood Leslie
& Liston Leslie’s Birthday
September 10th & 11th
The Yamaha Placencia BTIA
Placencia Fishermen’s Day
Saltwater Tournament
September 12thAldrick Westby’s Birthday
September 13th Antionette Miller & Earl Godfrey Jr’s Birthday
September 15th Pearl Eiley’s Birthday
September 16thErin Ivy’s Birthday
September 18th Kitty Fox, Liam Parham
& Deb Vernon’s Birthday
September 19th Shannon Romero & Algina Brown’s Birthday
September 20th Shawn Young & Greg Ratliff’s Birthday
September 21st Independence Day
September 24th - Stephen Lopez’s Birthday
September 25th Shanice Westby & Tyler Blease’s Birthday
September 28th Terrence Lopez’s Birthday
September 29thAnna Perez’s Birthday
What a croc!
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The Pickled Parrot Chili Cook-Off!
16 August, 2011
The Judges - Photo by Muzamanzie Photographs
Congrats to the winner of the Chili Cook-off and the GrillnGo Award Kathy Anglin! Jack Linker came second and Suzanne Riegel third.
The croc was given to marine
authorities.
Kai Parham from Belize found this
crocodile on the ironshore in front
of his grandparents’ house in Old
Man Bay on Saturday. Kai and his
brother are staying with Ann and
John McFarlane for the summer.
A big thanks to the judges - John Lee, Dawn Pollard and Russell
Czarnecki...and to our bean counter, Bagel Bob!
Our sponsors, Mosquito Coast Ice, Old Master Rums and Belikin beer,
helped make this a special event in which we raised $200 for the Placencia
Football Club. Ed was our fantastic photographer - we will send out photos
later. Keith and Kathy livened up the event with their great music.
Thanks to Wallen's Market (Luci!) and the BIGGEST thanks to all who
entered the event and everyone who supported the Chili Cook-off!
Placencia Humane Society
A voluntary community organization dedicated to animal care and protection.
July 2011 Vet Clinic
Usually there is only minor swelling and redness;
Clinic was held early in the month of July and
was just a one day clinic on Saturday the 9th.
This was due to many of the regular volunteers
having other
commitments for the regular
3rd weekend of the month. Fortunately, this clinic
was able to be scheduled¸ enabling the
continuation of the monthly series of shots for
many pets. If anyone would like to volunteer a
day or two each month to help with clinics, so
this won’t happen again, please contact Pat
Sylvester at 610-0522. Or if you would like to
help with any other of the PHS programs, please
contact Mary Smith (523-4306) or Jacque Fuller
(628-0992) to see what areas of volunteering you
would best fit into.
BAKING SODA. This is one of your
grandparents' home remedies that work. Make a
poultice by mixing 2 tablespoons of baking soda
with just enough water to make a thick paste.
Apply this to the bee sting.
CALAMINE LOTION. This works well for both
humans & their pets. It can be applied directly to
the swollen area. Repeat every 2-3 hours.
So, being a light clinic, there were only 21
animals seen by Dr. Bennett in July. And despite
the fact that there were no surgeries scheduled,
there was an emergency surgery done for repair
Question for this month: Do cats purr because
they’re happy?
(Look for the answer in next month’s Clinic
Article)
your pet will be irritated, itchy and a little sore. A
small number of pets have allergic reactions.
Most reactions are in the form of swelling,
sometimes throughout the body (hives). Some
reactions are more serious, resulting in
anaphylactic shock. You may see difficulty
breathing, vomiting, weakness, trembling and
collapse.
TREAT THE SWELLING. Most pets only need
to be treated for swelling. The most effective
treatment is an antihistamine such as Benadryl or
chlorpheniramine. The Benadryl dose is 1mg per
lb.: a 10lb cat can get 10mg or 1 teaspoon of the
liquid or ½ of a 25mg tablet. Repeat every 6-8
hours as needed.
to a dog’s nose. The damage was due to a run-in
with a raccoon.
Some of the other services given to pets by Dr.
Bennett at this clinic were:
Dogs:
14 6 in1 vaccinations
7 rabies vaccinations
Annual memberships were received from Brenda
Squires and Suzanne Riegel. This let them take
advantage of the FREE nail trim that is one of the
benefits that current paid up PHS members
receive.
The Feral Cat Program was not forgotten with the
shortened July clinic. Deb Coston & Penny Dial
set out traps for a Feral Clinic, which was held on
Friday, July 8th. Thirteen feral cats were caught,
9 females and 4 males. After their surgeries and
a recovery time, they were released back to the
areas where they were trapped.
Thanks to the volunteers who were able to give
their time to make the feral and monthly clinics
possible.
Now to last month’s question:
What can you do when your pet is stung by
one or more bees, wasps, or other insects?
Answer: (This comes from Pet First Aid Secrets
- http://www.petfirstaidsecrets.com)
COOL IT DOWN. A cold pack or compress will
reduce the pain and inflammation. Cover the area
with a cold cloth, and place an ice pack of the
swollen area (frozen peas work well). Keep it on
until the ice starts to warm. If your pet will allow
it, repeat this within 1-2 hours.
REMOVE THE STINGER. If you can see the
stinger, remove it. Scrape it free with a blunt
knife blade.
Placencia Peninsula Liquor License Notifications
September 2011
Liquor License - Notice is hereby given that Jean-Marc Tasse is applying
for a Hotel Liquor License for the year 2012, to be operated at SINGING
SANDS INN Maya Beach, Placencia Peninsula, and Stann Creek District,
under the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Ordinance Revised Edition 1980
Liquor License - Notice is hereby given that Frank Da Silva is applying for
a Restaurant Liquor License for the year 2012, to be operated at
MANGOS Maya Beach Placencia Peninsula, and Stann Creek District,
Liquor License - Notice is hereby given that Alan Stamm is applying for a
Hotel Liquor License for the year 2012, to be operated at PARADISE
RESORT Placencia Peninsula, and Stann Creek District, under the
Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Ordinance Revised Edition 1980
Liquor License - Notice is hereby given that Michael Welding is applying
for a Hotel Liquor License for the year 2012, to be operated at THE
PLACENCIA HOTEL Placencia Peninsula, and Stann Creek District,
Liquor License - Notice is hereby given that JOHN LEE is applying for a
Hotel Liquor License for the year 2012, to be operated at MAYA BEACH
BISTRO Placencia Peninsula, and Stann Creek District, under the
Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Ordinance Revised Edition 1980
Liquor License - Notice is hereby given that LEONIDAS RAMIREZ
is applying for a Hotel Liquor License for the year 2012, to be operated at
GREEN PARROT BEACH HOUSES Placencia Peninsula, and Stann
Creek District, under the Intoxicating Liquor Licensing Ordinance Revised
Edition 1980
The Community of Seine Bight &
the Seine Bight Village Council
would like to give a heartfelt
thanks to all supports and
sponsors for this year Seine Bight
Day 2011. It was held on the
weekend of 12th to 14th August
2011.
Special Thanks goes out to out Platinum Sponsors: The
Placencia Hotel & Residence, Maya Beach Hotel, Maine
Stay, Roberts Grove, NICH, Big Creek Group of
Companies, SCN, DCV, Love Fm, Krem Radio & Krem
TV, Wave Radio, Belikin, The Angelus Press Ltd, Print
Belize Ltd, Smart & Hamalili Radio.
Much more than just
GRANITE
Our workshops also make kitchen cabinets,
furniture decorative wrought iron
concrete mouldings and much more!
Call 610-3655 for your free consultation
Architectural Accents Ltd.
See our ad in the Yellow Pages or
Our gratitude also extends to Aqua Mar Shrimp & ICE
from Maya-beach for providing us with Ice for the entire
weekend let us not forget Blue Crab, Lost Reef Resort &
the Moorings and to everyone else who assisted us
making this event a success, thanks a million for all your
support and we look forward for your continuous support
in our upcoming community events.
Visit our web site at www.architecturalaccents.bz or come
to our workshop at 899 Yellowtail Snapper Drive, Vista Del Mar
Placencia Breeze Advertising Rates
Ad Size Non Member BTIA Member
Monthly
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Non Member
BTIA Member
Quarterly
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1/2 Page
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Inquire at the Placencia Tourism Center (523-4045) for more information.
Special rates
available for
annual
advertising, front
& back page
advertising &
centerfold
advertising.
ACCOMMODATIONS
South of Airstrip
Heaven’s Gate: Two breath taking Seaside Cabanas located right on the
beach. Equipped with 1 Queen Bed or 2 double beds with TV, kitchenette,
private porch, private shower (h/c). Great for honeymoon and getaways. The
most amazing view just for you. VISA/MC/Amex/Discover, Cash (US/BZ),
Travelers checks accepted. Contact Jodie Leslie at 523-3148/610-1819
Los Porticos Villas: Luxury 2
BR villas,
featuring full
kitchens, washer/dryer, A/C, cable
TV, wireless internet & some of the
most stunning views on the Placencia
peninsula. King and/or queen beds.
Sleep sofas & roll away beds
available. Spacious bathrooms, some
w/ whirlpool tubs. Freshwater pool
and pool bar/lounge area.
Complimentary bicycles for guests.
Golf carts and kayaks available for
rent. Gift shop on site. Located
¼ mile south of Placencia Airstrip
and 1 mile north of Placencia Village.
Call 523-3227 or email
reservations@losportico.com for
availability & rates.
Maya Dream Beach House-Private vacation rental right on the beach.
2 units, 1bath-2 bedroom & 1 bath– 11/2 bedroom unit in a private area just
north of Placencia Village proper. Great for honeymoon & getaways. Contact
Jodie Leslie at 523-3148/610-1819 Email: mayadreambelize@yahoo.com
One World Rentals: Seven beautiful, comfortable and immaculate
studios and rental houses around an attractive courtyard . Cable TV, wireless
internet access, air-conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom,
fully screened, hammocks. Located in the heart of Placencia (behind the
“Rumfish” restaurant) close to the beach, shopping and restaurants.
www.oneworldplacencia.com. Contact Swiss owner Claudia Hardegger at
5233103 or 6209975. Email: oneworldplacencia@yahoo.com. MC, VISA
accepted. Rates from 49US$ plus Tax.
Paradise Resort: Has most of the amenities & all the luxury of a large
hotel. We are located on the ocean front. 12 A/C rooms. On site full service
restaurant & 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.com
Ranguana Lodge: 5 Private ocean view cabins located right on the
beach in the heart of Placencia Village: We have 3 private air-conditioned
beach cabins each w/ 2 Double beds, fans, large refrigerator, coffee makers,
private bath w/ hot/cold shower, private balcony w/ a hammock. We also
have two other cabins with full kitchens, 2 double beds, fans, private bath
with hot & cold shower & tub, private balcony with a hammock. Beach
Palapas, beach chairs. Tropic Air agent, Gift shop. Phone/fax at 011-501-523
-3112, E-mail: Ranguana@btl.net website: www.ranguanabelize.com
Seaspray Hotel: Come share a piece of our barefoot paradise located
right on the beach with all the ambiance of the beautiful Caribbean Sea right
to the touch of your toes 20 rooms various style,1seaside cabana, w/great
amenities, located amongst our tropical garden. Hot/cold water, refrigerator,
ceiling fans, coffee makers, open air decks, private porches, AC, TV and
Kitchenettes( in selected rooms) the original Placencia “house of blues” De
Tatch is also located right on premises, with internet and e-mail service
available, as well as all village and country wide information. Centrally
located to all gifts shops, restaurants, and local business, come make us your
Caribbean home away from home.Tel: 523-3148 Fax: 523-3346. Email:
seaspray@placencia.com or seaspray@btl.net, www.seasprayhotel.com
The North Beach: offers luxury suites in our sea view villa with full
kitchens, living areas and configurations from one to five bedrooms. Each
suite has air conditioning, ceiling fans, cable t.v. & phone. Located north
end of the sidewalk-walking distance to services. The perfect spot to enjoy
Placencia Village. Contact us at phone 523 -3207, e-mail
info@thenorthbeach.com. or visit www.thenorthbeach.com
Toucan Lulu: 5 cabanas located in quiet northern end of the village on
the main sidewalk. A few minutes to shops & restaurants. 3 cabanas sleep up
to 4, 2 cabanas sleep up to 6. All have beach access & verandas for enjoying
the fresh sea breezes. Check out our web site at www.toucanlulu.com , email
reservations@toucanlulu.com, or call Kathy at 501 628 8474
Tradewinds: 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.net
North of the Airstrip
Barnacle Bill's Beach Bungalows: 2 secluded bungalows on the
beach in Maya Beach. Full kitchen, queen size bed, sleeper sofa, h/w, and
fans. Complimentary kayaks. 5 night min. Tel/fax: 523-8010; email:
taylors@btl.net; Website: www.barnaclebills-belize.com
Blue Crab Beach Resort: Set on 5 acres from sea to lagoon, offers 4
beachfront A/C rooms and two thatch cabanas. Home of Goss Chocolate.
Tel: 523-3544; Fax: 523-3543; Email: sales@bluecrabbeach.com
Green Parrot Beach Houses: Maya Beach: 6 mahogany beach
houses, loft bedrooms, fold out sofa, kitchenette & bath on main floor. 2 bay
leaf thatch cabanas w/ garden showers & private beach. Tel/fax: 523-2488;
Email: greenparot@btl.net; Website: www.greenparrot-belize.com
Miller’s Landing: Seaside Eco-Inn, Comp. Breakfast, Pool - Restaurant/
Bar (20% discount w/ad!)Tel 523-3010, email: millersplacencia@yahoo.com
Singing Sands Inn: on Maya Beach, 6 private thatched cabanas on the
beach, with own bath & patio as well as 2 garden view flats. Roll away beds
available to accommodate families w/children. Bonefish Grill on site
Beautiful landscaping w/ swimming pool. Tel:
520-8022
Email: info@singingsands.com
The Inn at Robert’s Grove: Placencia’s most complete resort.
Beachfront accommodations w/2 Restaurants Seaside and Habanero, 3 Pools,
Conference Center, Tennis Court, Gym, FREE Wifi, Gift Shop, Full Service
Dive Center, Marina, Gas and butane station. Kayaks, Windsurfers, Hobie
Cats and bikes. Kayak, Paddle Boat and golf cart rentals and sales.
www.robertsgrove.com, info@robertsgrove.com. For more info cal us @ 523
-3565!
The Placencia Hotel: A lavish Caribbean escape with European flare,
The Placencia Hotel is a one of the most spectacular and pristine ocean front
property in Belize. The newest and luxurious resort boasts 90 first class
accommodations starting from Sea front Villas to Condominium Suites.
Finest restaurants, with exquisite cuisines, first class service and amenities to
indulge every vacationer’s dream. The exclusive private beach and the easy
access to the main land will let you discover a world of opportunities from
one location. Tel: 520-4110 or email: info@theplacencia.com.
At The Cayes
R a n g u a n a
Caye: Ranguana Caye is a 2
acre island located right on
the reef with 3 rustic cabanas
and a view that will blow
your mind! Food, drinks,
Moorings and all the
Caribbean Breeze you can
handle are available. Prime
Diving and Fishing location.
Come for a day, a night or
more. Reservation day trips or
lodging call 523-3565
Robert’s Caye: Robert’s
Caye is just 10 miles from
Placencia (1/2 hour by boat) a
one acre island with 4
charming cabanas built
partially over the water. Each
cabana is outfitted w/ a king
bed, full bathroom, hot and cold running showers, and a private terrace with
hammocks. A small restaurant and bar, also built over the water, serves three
meals daily. An deal setting for honeymooners and sportsmen alike, this
“swept away” island paradise is surrounded by crystal clear water. The
nearby flats are renowned for fishing as 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 523-3565
Whipray Caye Lodge: Whipray Caye is a magical private island in the
heart of some of the best fly fishing flats in the world. This caye has room to
roam, with two spacious 2-room guest cabanas, private bath in each room,
and verandas facing a glorious Belizean sunrise. Hearty family-style meals
are served in our thatched roof restaurant and "Sea Urchin Bar". Enjoy the
natural unspoiled beauty of the coral reef surrounding the caye, chock full of
beautiful tropical fish of all shapes and sizes, rays, sharks, turtles, crab, and
even the occasional manatee, all nurtured by the abundant mangroves on the
southern half of the caye. Owner and renowned fly fishing guide Julian
Cabral 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.com
MEALS
De'Tatch Seafood Beach Grill & Bar -Serving the very best in
Seafood and Local Cuisines. Open Mon-Sunday (Closed... on Wed)7am
until 10pm for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (daily and nightly lunch &
seafood dinner special). Come Enjoy the Perfect View (beach front), Great
food, Great drink and Music to sooth the soul. Internet & Wireless also
available. For Info or Take out orders please call #503-3385
Pickled Parrot Pizza Bar & Grill: Thatched restaurant serving
seafood, homemade PIZZA, burgers, salads & daily specials. Great tropical
blender drinks & ice cold Belikin. Open Noon - 8pm Mon - Fri & 4-8pm Sat
& Sun. 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 or
outdoor on the Patio. Specializing in Spanish & Creole. Fresh juices. Open 7
days a week for breakfast, lunch & dinner 7am - 10pm. Visa & MC accepted.
Ph: 523-3335 Email: wendylemus02@hotmail.com
The “Inn” Spots - North of Placencia Village
EAT - DRINK - RELAX in a
romantic atmosphere. A/C indoor, lounge area outdoor. Viennese Schnitzel,
Goulash, Dumplings, famous Apple Strudel and more. CIGARS from Cuba
and Mexico. Dice your FREE Belikin beer between 4.30pm-6pm. Open
4:30pm - 10:30pm, closed Tuesdays. Ph: 610-0132, www.danubebelize.com
Delite Café at Maya Beach. Get cracking with a delicious early bird
breakfast or come for our full menu, soups, roast beef sandwiches, designer
bocas ,decadent desserts and daily specials made with fresh natural produce.
Licensed restaurant with cultural and waterfall rooms just perfect for
relaxation and rejuvenation. open 7am to 9 pm closed Tuesday and
Wednesday. Spectarte Art and Garden Gallery 533 8019, 604 8910 or 629
3286 for information and reservations.
Green Parrot Restaurant: On the beach at Maya Beach. Our chef
changes the menu daily and features a wide variety of local and international
cuisine. We feature seafood and tropical dishes. For reservations call 5232488. Email: greenparot@btl.net
Habanero Mexican Restaurant & Bar @ Robert’s Grove –
Lagoon side Fiesta time! Casual and fun Habanero serves up Mexican food
w/ a Belizean flair. Now open from 12 noon – 10pm. Dinner Pick-ups
available 523-3565!
Maya Beach Hotel Bistro: A creative, modern menu. Prepared with
the freshest local ingredients and infused with flavors from around the world.
Open to the public all day, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and anywhere
in between. Visa/MC. Indoor and outdoor tables, right on the beach.
Reservations are recommended for dinner (520-8040). Closed Mondays
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 Placencia Village & Maya
Beach...For reservations call 523-3476.
Singing Sands Inn: Enjoy dining on the beach front in the open air
Bonefish Grille restaurant. Our menu features traditional Asian as well as
Italian & French influenced dishes. Daily Lunch & Dinner specials such as
Coconut Shrimp with Asian coleslaw or Lobster Tempura. Open to the
public including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Closed for lunch and dinner on
Tuesdays. For reservations or more information call 520-8022 or email
info@singingsands.com. Get 15% off from our Lunch and Dinner menu
during regular hours of operation (Limited time only and look for coupon
code within the Breeze)
The Inn At Robert’s Grove: Seaside Restaurant @ Robert’s Grove –
Romantic Fine Dining with a world class menu and wine cellar. One of
Belize’s most consistent restaurants quoted Fodor’s 2010 edition. The
Seaside Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and is open 7 days a
week, 365 days a year from 7am – 10pm. Dinner
Pick-ups available 523-3565!
The Placencia Hotel: Largest pool in Belize,
complete with swim up bar and restaurant area.
Main Dining Room in Air Conditioned, beach front
building, with outdoor dining also available. Third
restaurant and bar area at the end of The Great Pier.
Four thousand foot pier head accommodates guest in
the lap of luxury. Open every day. Beach Bar
10a.m.-7p.m. Pier Bar 10 a.m.-10p.m. Main Dining
6 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Call 520-4110 for pick up of any
number over 4 guests for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Whipray Caye Lodge: see accommodation for info about our
restaurant & bar.
DANUBE Austrian Restaurant
CHEERS -
Placencia Peninsula Bars
Barefoot Bar: Open everyday 11:30 am - midnight.! Located on the Main
Road - 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 to
12pm. And live music every Friday’s Tel :523-3412
The Placencia Hotel: Three restaurants and three bars to better serve
you. Margarita Monday with at least 10 different margaritas to tempt your
taste buds!! Poolside open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Pier Head bar 10 a.m. to
10 p.m. Main Bars 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Drinks menu, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. happy
hour on local rum mixes at Pier Head Bar, Ice Cold Belikin and a variety of
Blended Mixes. Credit cards accepted. Phone 520-4110 for reservation for
pick up of groups 4 or more.
Coffee Shop
Above Grounds Coffee. Fresh roasted
Guatemalan coffees, baked goods and juices.
Shaded deck in a jungle setting. Across from
Wendy’s Restaurant in the village. Daily 7am4pm except Sundays 8am-noonFree high speed
Wi-Fi with purchase, Skype friendly. Tel: 634
3212
Gift Shops & Art Galleries
Green Parrot Gift Shop: The in-place to shop on the peninsula.
Featuring a wide variety of Belizean, Guatemalan, & Central American
crafts.
Lola Arts: In Seine Bight Village open from 8am-9pm. Phone 601-1913
Los 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.
Placencia 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-7pm
and by appointment! Tel 523 4309.
Spectarte Art and Garden Gallery offers a cornucopia of art from
Belizean artisans and designers . A delightful experience. 533 8019
closed Tuesday and Wednesday
TOUR PROVIDERS
Avadon Divers: Dive into Belize w/ our full service PADI Dive Centre
in Placencia, just south of the airstrip. We have 5-Star all-inclusive
packages for dive & snorkel trips that include new SCUBAPRO
equipment. 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 & Mayan
ruin adventure tours. E-mail: anne-marie@avadondiversbelize.com
Website: www.avadondiversbelize.com Call us at 503- 3577 or 523-3577.
The Placencia Hotel: tour operators specializing in snorkeling tours,
inland excursions, Monkey River, fishing, Scuba Diving, Island to Island
Kayaking, Maya Ruins, Cave Tubing or Fly fishing . We do special charters
as well. We offer all new equipment, local guides and quality service. Call
520-4110 for booking. Fax: 520-4112, Email: info@theplacencia.com
Website: www.theplacencia.com
Dive & Tour with Robert’s Grove – Feeling adventurous?? Our
PADI 5 star Dive Center offers daily snorkeling, diving and certification
courses and boasts some of the tastiest lunches, best tour guides in the
country, and ‘The Dorado’ our 48 ft. Pro Dive Boat! Nitrox and specialty
Dive Courses available. Inland, Fishing, private charters, Whale Shark,
Manatee, Monkey River and Inland tours also on the Tour Menu for more
info 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.com
Singing Sands Inn offers inshore or offshore fishing excursions right off
of our dock! Join us on our 31’ Cape Horn for a fantastic day of angling
action. We can arrange any tour whether inland or water including Monkey
River, Mayan Ruins, snorkelling, diving, and much more. Call 520-8022 or
email info@singingsands.com
Splash Dive Center - PADI Proud Member. Experience Belize w/
Splash! Ph: 523-3058/3080 or 620-6649. Email patricia@splashbelize.com
visit www.splashbelize.com
SERVICES
Chocolatier
Goss Chocolate Goss Chocolate & cocoa powder made & sold exclusively
in Belize. 100% organically grown Belizean cacao, Belizean cane sugar,
whole vanilla bean. Now sold in fine stores, hotels, & restaurants on the
Peninsula & throughout Belize. ph 523-3544 www.GossChocolate.com
Food Markets
Wallen’s Market: Serving Placencia with fresh produce, dry goods, &
specialty items. Wholesale/retail. Tel: 523-3128; Hardware Tel: 523-3316 or
523-3523; Pharmacy Tel. 523-3346. email
wallensmarket@yahoo.com Serving the peninsula for
over 25 years!! Located across from the sport field.
Internet Access
Office Supply: HIGH SPEED
INTERNET. CD Burning, USB, Floppy, Card Readers,
Laptop - Wireless/LAN accessible, Printing, Faxing,
Copies, Passport Photos, Publishing, Laminating,
Stationery.
Tel/Fax: 523-3205, Email:
lgodfrey@btl.net
Placencia
Ministries of the Son of God Church - Seine Bight Village
Photography
Muzamanzie Photographs – contact us for wedding photographs,
portraits, web & brochure photographs. Tel# 523-3563 or 603-5143 email:
muzamanzie@yahoo.com
Real Estate
CPC Real Estate Solutions - is your trusted real estate broker in
Belize. We have over 20 years experience helping clients with their real
estate transactions and take pride in assisting you with your property
purchase. Please visit our office next to the tourism office or call us at 6729000 or visit: www.belizeproperty.com
The Placencia Hotel : Beachfront & Beach view condominiums,
Lagoon and Canal Front lots and homes with private boat docks in our
planned, gated community, offering full service and amenities. Full on site
management and rental through The Placencia Hotel for all of our property
options. Please call 5204110 or 610-3600 or email
madeleine@theplacencia.com to meet with our agents and view our piece of
paradise! Website: www.theplacencia.com
The Villas at Cocoplum will certainly be the premier Condominium
residence in Belize. We offer you an exceptional high-quality home w/
nonstandard features in a low-density, environmentally friendly setting. The
West Indies-inspired architecture will provide a home that is not only open,
comfortable & tropical, but also in tune with the relaxed environment
Placencia is famous for. Please visit our on-site sales office just south of
Maya beach where the road is paved. M-F 9-5. Office # 523-3263. Cell 6100294.
Email:
Boris@theVillasatCocoplum.com.
Or visit
www.theVillasatCocoplum.com.
Airlines
Maya Island Air, the safer alternative to air travel in Belize, announces
its new San Pedro Sula, Honduras route. Questions?? Call 523-4072. Maya
Island Air...because we do more!!
Tropic Air: The Airline of Belize. Over 180 daily scheduled flights
throughout Belize. Charters to remote and exotic 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 rates available. Call 523-8017 or email
info@silbelize.com.
Singing Sands Inn: Rentals of reliable golf carts, bicycles, kayaks
(including clear bottom), two person catamarans,
snorkel gear and pedal boats by the hour, half day, full
day or weekly. Located in Maya beach. Call 5208022 or email info@singingsands.com.
Shipping Service
BelizeShip.com- Your buying and shipping
service from USA to Big Creek Port or
belizemail@comcast.net or USA 404.988.1300
by
air
Wednesday Bible Studies -6:30 pm, Thursday Youth Choir Practice - 6:30
pm, Friday Youth Night - 6:00 pm, Saturday
Adult Choir Practice - 6:30 pm, Sunday Service 8:30 am & Sunday Night Service - 6:30 pm.
Reverend Don Palmer. Phone 523-3301 or email
cbelize@btl.net
Calvary Chapel of the Placencia
Peninsula (Plantation Chapel) : Sunday
Service: 10:00 a.m. (Sunday School Provided).
6:00 p.m. (Seine Bight Village). Wedensday: Ladies Bible Study– 10:30 a.m.
Mens fellowship/ study- 6:00 p.m. Non denominational Church: call Pastor
Jim Mensie for more information 523-3362.
Seventh Day Adventists: Services Fridays at sunset; Saturdays 9:00
a.m. Lay ministers. U. Torres - Tel# 503 2270
Seine Bight Catholic Church: Services Sundays 8:00 a.m. Seine
Bight Village. Lay ministers. Catholic (lay) - Mrs Dora. Williams Tel# 523
3527 or 523 3564
Worship Center: Bible Study – Wednesday 7:00 p.m. – until. Services:
Sunday 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday School:
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Non Denominational Pst. Moore - Tel# 523 3333
OTHER
NUMBERS
COMMUNITY
Placencia Village Council - 523 3396 Placencia
Water Board - 523 4036
Seine Bight Village Council - 523 3660 Seine Bight Water Board - 523
3554
GETTING AROUND
De Express: Departs Placencia Shell Dock- 9:30 a.m. Arrives Big Creek 10
a.m. Departs - 11:00 am. Arrives Puerto Cortez, Honduras, 2 pm. at Laguna.
Return trip – Monday: Departs Puerto Cortez, Honduras 10 am. Arrives Big
Creek 12 noon. Departs - 1:30 p.m. Arrives Placencia 2 pm. Tel: 523-4045.
Tickets available at the Placencia Tourism Center.
BANKING
Atlantic Bank Ltd: Opening Hours Monday -Thursday 8 am - 3 pm &
Friday 8 am - 4 pm. ATM Services: Visa, MasterCard, Cirrus, & Plus.
Phone: 523-3431.
Belize Bank Ltd: Opening Hours Monday -Thursday 8 am - 3 pm & Friday
8 am - 4:30 pm. ATM Services: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & American
Express. Phone: 523-3144.
Scotiabank Belize Ltd. Opening Hours Monday -Thursday 8 am - 2:30 pm,
Friday 8 am - 3:30 pm, & Saturday 9 am - 11:30 am. ATM Services: Visa,
MasterCard, Cirrus, & Plus. Phone: 523-3277.
contact:
Spa, Massage & Physical Therapy
The Placencia Hotel: Our third floor lookout is the perfect spot to have
your 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 is
manned by professional therapists each w/ their own unique style.
Treatments include; Several massage styles, Facials, Body Wraps, Body
Scrubs/Polish, Reiki Energy, Sunburn Special, Coconut Hair Rinse and of
course Manis & Pedis for Barefoot perfect feet! All treatments offered in our
newly appointed oceanfront spa, at the end of our 250 ft pier or in a rooftop
setting w/ panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea! For more info call 5233565!
Siripohn’s Thai Massage: Therapist from Thailand Thai Massage, Essential Oil, Swedish, Jet Lag, Back &
Shoulders, Foot Massage, Body Treatments, & Facial
Treatments. Open 10 am to 6 pm. Call 620-8718 or 6000375, email: jenjira01@yahoo.com - Kob Khun Ka.
Thank you for choosing
Placencia!
Wedding Planning
The Placencia Hotel: Our 90 rooms can easily
accommodate your weddings quest, family and friends. The Placencia Hotel
boasts the largest selection of on-site wedding and reception locations. You
can choose from our spacious pool deck, extensive beach, scenic and
spacious pier deck or thatched pier restaurants, dramatic and spacious third
floor viewing deck or adjacent beachfront chapel, whichever is the perfect
choice for you. We also offer our own on site full service Wedding Planner/
Special Event Coordinator Tara Westby– Hotel Coordinator Please call: 5204110, Fax: 520-4112 or email; info@theplacencia.com or
tara@theplacencia.com Website: www.theplacencia.com
CHURCHES
St. John’s Memorial - Placencia Anglican (Episcopal)
Church: Sunday services at 8:00 a.m. .
9:30 am Sundays - Open Meeting
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For Your Information Courtesy of Placencia Tourism Center
National Transport Schedule
As of November 2008
Leaving Belize City to Benque Veijo
- every half an hour to the hour from 5:00am to 12:00 pm
Leaving Benque Viejo to Belize City
- every half an hour to the hour from 1:00pm to 6:00 pm
Leaving Belize City
to Chetumal
6:00am (premier)
6:45am (express)
7:30am
8:00am
9:00am (premier)
11:00am (premier)
1:00pm
5:30pm
Hokey
Departs Independence/Mango for
Placencia MNM Dock 6:30a.m., 7:30a.m., 8a.m., 11:00 am,
12:00 pm, 2:30p.m, & 4:30p.m. And returns from Placencia
MNM Dock to Independence/Mango Creek 6:45a.m, 10a.m.,
12:30pm, 2:30 pm, 4p.m, & 5p.m, 6pm (except on Sundays).
For more information please call 523-2376.
Placencia Police Officers
Leaving Chetumal to Belize City
10:45am (premier)
1:45pm (premier)
2:00pm
3:00pm (express)
4:45pm (premier)
6:00pm
Sgt #114 Norman Benguche - 624-9965
Sgt #1 Enrique Aldana - 623-9252
PC #281 Shawn Moore - 620-7159
PC #156 Sydney Augustine - 626-5096
PC #730 Macario Choc - 627-6167
PC #785 Elton Palacio - 669-5482
PC #357 Curtis Card - 669-9504
PC #752 Andy Choco - 624-7533
PC #1109 Godwin Augustine - 665-2972
WPC #1218 Shereen Vasquez - 660-2667
PC #404 Eyon Valerio - 602-7474
PC #1189 Daren Ogaldez - 666-1509
SC Claude Augustine - 624-5345
SC Jose Sanchez - 667-4388
WSC Alva Leslie - 626-0807
P.S. Premier are the AC
express buses and express are regular express buses.
NTSL does not have any south runs do to the zoning changes! Any further
Ritchie’s Bus Line As of August 2009
Placencia to Dangriga Dangriga to Placencia
Mon to Sat 6:15 & 7 am
12:45 & 2:30 pm
Sun
7 am & 12:45 pm
Mon to Sat 11 am, 2 pm & 4:40 pm
Sun
2 pm & 4:40 pm
Pokey:
Phone
523-3806
EMERGENCIES
IN CASE OF FIRE
Belize Emergency Response Team 223-3292
VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
Placencia Medical Center: 503-3326 Located Behind the school,
Placencia Village. Opening hours are Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 12:00
noon - 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. after these hours Dr. Alexis Caballero will see
only extreme Emergencies such as Heart Attack, Stroke, Asthma Attack,
Accident, and Severe Allergy Reaction. Note: Weekdays after 5:00 pm and
weekends Dr. Alexis work by appointments only. (Private). Dr. Alexis
Caballero- Monday/Friday– 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m
Seine Bight Medical Center: 523-3328
Independence Medical Center: 523-2167
POLICE:
Placencia Police Station: 503-3142
Seine Bight Police Station: 503-3148
Independence Police Station: 523-2022
FIRE EMERGENCIES - 523-3207 or 523-4309
•
POLICE PLACENCIA:
503-3142
•
SEINE BIGHT POLICE:
503-3148
•
KATHY ANGLIN:
626-0667
•
STEVE WADE:
503-3069
•
PHILLIP MOLINA:
625-4636
503-3222
Fireman NOW Stationed at the
Placencia Police Station
Belize #2 in Seven Top Green Travel Destinations by Planet Green
Find out why at www.care2.com/greenliving/7-top-green-travel-destinations.html
SMALL BUSINESSES: ADVERTISE HERE IN THE BREEZE!
Placencia Humane
Society
Vet Clinic
Sat Sept 18th &
Sun Sept 19th
@ New
Building
across from
Los Porticos
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Placencia Breeze
OPENING HOURS
TUESDAY-SATURDAY
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Contact: 670-3665
Email
info@placencia.com
Placencia BTIA Meeting—Friday September 23rd
Venue to be announced

September 2011 - Placencia Breeze

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