7 nights. Mexico, Honduras, Belize

Day 1

galveston, texas

Departure: 16:00

Galveston is a coastal resort city on Galveston Island and Pelican Island in the U.S. state of Texas. The community of 208.3 square miles (539 km2), with its population of 47,762 people (2012 Census estimate), is the county seat and second-largest municipality of Galveston County. It is within Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. Named after Bernardo de Gálvez y Madrid, Count of Gálvez (born in Macharaviaya, Spain), Galveston's first European settlements on the island were built around 1816 by French pirate Louis-Michel Aury to help the fledgling Republic of Mexico fight Spain. The Port of Galveston was established in 1825 by the Congress of Mexico following its independence from Spain. The city was the main port for the Texas Navy during the Texas Revolution, and later served as the capital of the Republic of Texas. During the 19th century, Galveston became a major U.S. commercial center and one of the largest ports in the United States. It was devastated by the 1900 Galveston Hurricane, whose effects included flooding and a storm surge. The natural disaster on the exposed barrier island is still ranked as the deadliest in United States history, with an estimated death toll of 6,000 to 12,000 people. Much of Galveston's economy is centered in the tourism, health care, shipping, and financial industries. The 84-acre (340,000 m2) University of Texas Medical Branch campus with an enrollment of more than 2,500 students is a major economic force of the city. Galveston is home to six historic districts containing one of the largest and historically significant collections of 19th-century buildings in the United States, with over 60 structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

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Day 3

cozumel, mexico

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

Cozumel is an island in the Caribbean Sea off the eastern coast of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, opposite Playa del Carmen, and close to the Yucatán Channel. The main town on the island is San Miguel de Cozumel. The islands belongs to Cozumel Municipality of the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. There are quite a few beach clubs that offer snorkeling and the main attractions are the reefs offshore and the multiple dive shops. Cozumel also offers several Mayan archaeological sites. The most extensive vestiges are those at "San Gervasio", an inland site a few miles north of the "Carretera Transversal" highway. Another site is located near the village of El Cedral, inland from the "Carretera Costera Sur" highway. In Punta Sur Park, at the southern tip of the island, there is the "El Caracol" temple, believed to have been used as a lighthouse by the Mayans.

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Day 4

roatan, honduras

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

Roatán, the largest of Honduras’s Bay Islands, is a tropical escape known for turquoise waters, palm-lined beaches, and the world’s second-largest barrier reef just offshore. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach holiday or an active adventure, the island offers a warm welcome and plenty of ways to enjoy the Caribbean. Explore the reef by snorkeling or scuba diving: colorful coral, tropical fish, and sea turtles make the underwater world a highlight of any visit. On land, you can stroll along West Bay Beach, take a boat trip to quieter coves, or visit the island’s villages to experience local life and sample Honduran seafood. Roatán is also a great place to slow down. Spend the day in a hammock, watch the sunset over the water, and try local dishes such as fresh fish with coconut rice and beans. English is widely spoken alongside Spanish and the local island dialect, making it easy for visitors to connect with residents. For a comfortable trip, bring reef-safe sunscreen, light clothing, and shoes suitable for uneven paths. The dry season, generally from February to June, is popular for sunny beach days, while the island’s warm climate makes it inviting throughout the year. Book popular excursions ahead of time, and leave room in your plans for a little island spontaneity.

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Day 5

belize city, belize

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 17:00

Belize is a country on the eastern coast of Central America. This country has a lot to offer, from the lush jungles with exotic plants and animals of inner Belize to the white sand beaches of the islands. Relaxation, outdoor adventure, diving, culture, you can do it all in a week. Belize is famed for its Mayan culture, it has some of the best excavated Mayan temples and cities within Central America. Actun Tunichil Muknal is a Mayan sacrificial burial site near Belmopan, the country’s capital. The site is contained entirely within a cave system. The cave was a sacred site for the Mayans and it contains many examples of pottery, ceramics and stoneware, as well as several sets of human sacrificial remains. Near Belmopan we have the Guanacaste National Park, a tropical forest with a vast array of wild flora and fauna, especially the many tropical birds that inhabit this forest where Roaring Creek flows into the larger Belize River. Belize is a great tourist destination to get away from the hectic city life and get lost in the natural beauty of its surroundings. In Belize time does not matter, just soak in its nature and beaches and relish the simple life.

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Day 6

costa maya, mexico

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 13:00

The Grand Costa Maya is a region located south of the Mexican Caribbean, composed of the destinations of Chetumal, Bacalar and Mahahual. Its exuberant nature, lagoon systems, calm beaches of gentle waves, history, culture, archaeological sites, and the attractions offered by each of the destinations that make it up make it an authentic paradise of calm, relaxation, adventure and fun where, in addition, You feel the warmth and hospitality of its people in every corner.

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Day 8

galveston, texas

Arrival: 08:00

Galveston is a coastal resort city on Galveston Island and Pelican Island in the U.S. state of Texas. The community of 208.3 square miles (539 km2), with its population of 47,762 people (2012 Census estimate), is the county seat and second-largest municipality of Galveston County. It is within Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. Named after Bernardo de Gálvez y Madrid, Count of Gálvez (born in Macharaviaya, Spain), Galveston's first European settlements on the island were built around 1816 by French pirate Louis-Michel Aury to help the fledgling Republic of Mexico fight Spain. The Port of Galveston was established in 1825 by the Congress of Mexico following its independence from Spain. The city was the main port for the Texas Navy during the Texas Revolution, and later served as the capital of the Republic of Texas. During the 19th century, Galveston became a major U.S. commercial center and one of the largest ports in the United States. It was devastated by the 1900 Galveston Hurricane, whose effects included flooding and a storm surge. The natural disaster on the exposed barrier island is still ranked as the deadliest in United States history, with an estimated death toll of 6,000 to 12,000 people. Much of Galveston's economy is centered in the tourism, health care, shipping, and financial industries. The 84-acre (340,000 m2) University of Texas Medical Branch campus with an enrollment of more than 2,500 students is a major economic force of the city. Galveston is home to six historic districts containing one of the largest and historically significant collections of 19th-century buildings in the United States, with over 60 structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

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