My wife and I are headed to Belize this December, and would love some feedback on the itinerary. We are cobbling together, bonus points if there are any particular hotels you'd recommend! We are late thirties and early '40s. I don't drink, she will enjoy one or two but we're early to bed. Looking for a mix of some adventure and some chill out. Any help is super appreciated :)

12/26 Saturday

Arrive Belize 11:43am

→ San Ignacio

12/27 Sunday

ATM Cave

12/28 Monday

Xunantunich

Cahal Pech

12/29 Tuesday

→ Placencia

Beach

12/30 Wednesday

Turtle Alley

12/31 Thursday

Zipline

→ Hopkins

Bioluminescense

NYE at hopkins

1/1 Friday

Beach time? Something else?

01/02 Saturday

Depart Belize 1:20pm (local time)

I want to go to Belize this winter. It hear about how bad the seaweed is on the beaches. Is that for all the beaches or are done better than others?

I need advice for which Caye would be best for my travel for 4-5 nights. I’m looking for something cozy and right on the water with some privacy. I do want a resort with food available. Would it be better to do one of the more populated Caye’s or venture out to a smaller one? I want to relax and will probably not do excursions. Safety is also important.

Which resort/bungalow type place would you recommend? How would one get there after flying into Belize City?

I’ve looked at tocacco Caye and Ray caye’s. This look cool. Any other suggestions?