Belize Beach
Bahamas -- Bosnia and Herzegovina
Norfolk (HC) 1023-K Laskin Rd., Virginia Beach, 23451. ... [Read More]
Communities Around the Globe Protect the Underwater World, by Brian Huse, Global Issues, April 2004
On the other side of the planet, in Port St. Lucie, Florida, Lee Hedrick holds an annual Dive In party for volunteers in her community. In 2003, approximately 70 participants cleaned hundreds of pounds of trash from her local beach, removed fishing line from local dive sites, and learned about the need to protect reefs. Hedrick provided participants with a barbecue dinner and raffle prizes. “We found that if you communicate the need to help conserve and protect the coral parks, oceans, and beaches in a fun and casual atmosphere, more people are curious to know and see,” Hedrick said. “Then they offer their help, which leads to knowledge and more understanding of why everyone should do something or contribute to being a good ‘enviro-steward,’ as every day is Earth Day.” ... [Read More]
US Embassy Guatemala City - Recent Crime Incidents Involving Foreigners
1 1 12/31/03 1 1 Rio Dulce, Izabal: At approximately 7:00 p.m., a visitor was assaulted by men with 1 automatic weapons and left tied up while the assailants stole the visitor's launch and 1 motor. 1 12/30/03 1 1 Guatemala City, Zone 15: While out for a daily walk at approximately 7:30 a.m., 2 or 3 1 men forced a foreign resident into a car. They drove the victim around for several hours, asking 1 a number of questions about personal information and family members to contact; however, no 1 ransom demand was ever made. The resident was ultimately taken to a different part of the city 1 and released after bei ... [Read More]
Documentation of U.S. Citizens Born Abroad
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2004
111111--04/20/04 Child Pornographer Arrested in Miami Beach ... 1111--10/07/04 Diplomatic Security Captures Miami Beach “Top Ten Fugitive” in Belize ... [Read More]
October
1111--10/07/04 Diplomatic Security Captures Miami Beach “Top Ten Fugitive” in Belize ... [Read More]
Tips for Travelers to Central & South America
Revised October 1996 The information in this publication is in the public domain and may be reproduced without permission. When this material is reproduced, the Department of State would appreciate receiving a copy at: CA/P/PA, Room 6831, Department of State, Washington, D.C. 20520. CURRENT TRAVEL INFORMATIONThe Department of State's Consular Information Sheets are available for every country of the world. They describe topics such as unusual ... [Read More]
Press Releases
111111--04/20/04 Child Pornographer Arrested in Miami Beach ... 1111--10/07/04 Diplomatic Security Captures Miami Beach “Top Ten Fugitive” in Belize ... [Read More]
US Department Of State Post Report
Close in to Belize City, the sea is shallow, muddy, and polluted. Freighters dock at a cargo pier outside the city, while cruise ships often anchor offshore in winter. Though locals can often be seen swimming along the city shoreline, there are no beaches. You should swim only at the cayes, along the reef, up rivers or at designated beach areas. The nearest white-sand beaches are 30 minutes east by boat or a one-hour drive south. The Post and Its AdministrationLast Updated: 11/28/2003 2:31 PM ... [Read More]
Belize
To minimize the risk of being targeted, visitors should travel in groups, stay off the streets after dark, in urban and rural areas, and avoid wearing jewelry, or carrying valuable or expensive items. As a general rule, valuables should not be left unattended, including in hotel rooms and on the beach. Care should be taken when carrying high value items such as cameras, or when wearing expensive jewelry on the street. Women’s handbags should be zipped and held close to the body. Men should carry wallets in their front pants pocket. Large amounts of cash should always be handled discreetly. ... [Read More]
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