pschwart00
06-03-2009, 08:56 AM
All,
I’m in the process of planning a week long honeymoon – most likely early June of 2010. I’m a die-hard fisherman…the other so half not so much. But she does like “doing stuff” (i.e. a week on the beach won’t cut it for either of us).
Initially I was kinda’ thinking about some of the nicer resorts on Long Island, Bahamas (Stella Maris or Cape Santa Maria), but after snorkeling, fishing & beaches it seems options get somewhat limited, the plus for me would have been the DIY bonefishing.
So I’ve turned my attention to Amergris Caye, Belize. I’ve been down to Placencia a couple times now for fishing only, & I think that town will be a little small for a week’s stay. The other plus about Amergris is the number of one day excursion options (Mayan ruins, trips to jungle, sailing trip, river rafting, etc.)
In terms of fishing I’m thinking one day of flats fishing, if the new wife comes, great…otherwise she can chill at the spa. The second day of fishing I’m thinking either off shore trolling or reef fishing – which she would come. She enjoys the fishing, she’s just not technically competent (or has the patience) at this point to stalk flats fish.
The options for staying on Amergris are somewhat overwhelming. I don’t want to say budget isn’t a concern (it always is); but it is the honeymoon so I’d rather spend the extra coin to get what we want versus trying to save a buck or two. Neither of us want to stay at a big hotel (not huge fans of crowds), don’t want to have to dress up for dinner, want kayaks and “stuff” available at the lodge for no extra charge (who knows might be able to get some more fishing in with one). Rooms need to be very nice, but not posh. A/C a must. Small kitchen, or at least a frig & sink would be highly preferred.
I still haven’t decided if I want to stay closer to San Pedro or further away.
After pretty extensive searching here and on the web (Trip Advisor, etc.), I’ve narrowed down the final contestants to as follows (still kind of a long list):
- El Pesacador
- Tranquility Resort
- Victoria House
- Matachica
So my questions to you, fellow RTers, are as follows:
A) After reading the above would you agree that Amergris probably fits the bill best in what we are trying to achieve? (if no, please pass on your recommendations)
B) Any personal experience with the above mentioned resorts?
C) San Pedro – good little town to go into for a beer and food or stay away?
Thanks & Tight Lines!
Pete
I’m in the process of planning a week long honeymoon – most likely early June of 2010. I’m a die-hard fisherman…the other so half not so much. But she does like “doing stuff” (i.e. a week on the beach won’t cut it for either of us).
Initially I was kinda’ thinking about some of the nicer resorts on Long Island, Bahamas (Stella Maris or Cape Santa Maria), but after snorkeling, fishing & beaches it seems options get somewhat limited, the plus for me would have been the DIY bonefishing.
So I’ve turned my attention to Amergris Caye, Belize. I’ve been down to Placencia a couple times now for fishing only, & I think that town will be a little small for a week’s stay. The other plus about Amergris is the number of one day excursion options (Mayan ruins, trips to jungle, sailing trip, river rafting, etc.)
In terms of fishing I’m thinking one day of flats fishing, if the new wife comes, great…otherwise she can chill at the spa. The second day of fishing I’m thinking either off shore trolling or reef fishing – which she would come. She enjoys the fishing, she’s just not technically competent (or has the patience) at this point to stalk flats fish.
The options for staying on Amergris are somewhat overwhelming. I don’t want to say budget isn’t a concern (it always is); but it is the honeymoon so I’d rather spend the extra coin to get what we want versus trying to save a buck or two. Neither of us want to stay at a big hotel (not huge fans of crowds), don’t want to have to dress up for dinner, want kayaks and “stuff” available at the lodge for no extra charge (who knows might be able to get some more fishing in with one). Rooms need to be very nice, but not posh. A/C a must. Small kitchen, or at least a frig & sink would be highly preferred.
I still haven’t decided if I want to stay closer to San Pedro or further away.
After pretty extensive searching here and on the web (Trip Advisor, etc.), I’ve narrowed down the final contestants to as follows (still kind of a long list):
- El Pesacador
- Tranquility Resort
- Victoria House
- Matachica
So my questions to you, fellow RTers, are as follows:
A) After reading the above would you agree that Amergris probably fits the bill best in what we are trying to achieve? (if no, please pass on your recommendations)
B) Any personal experience with the above mentioned resorts?
C) San Pedro – good little town to go into for a beer and food or stay away?
Thanks & Tight Lines!
Pete