Travel Announcements

Information for Americans Residing in Belize City as well as Future Tourists - June 26, 2006

Residents, tourists and American Embassy personnel have been victims of armed youths on bicycles in what is considered the safer zones of Belize City -- Kings Park, Princess Margaret and Universal Medical Center neighborhoods. The robberies have taken place as early as 6:30 a.m. and as late as 10:00 p.m.

In recent weeks, two youths armed with a gun have stopped bicyclists, joggers, and walkers at various times of the day by blocking their paths and demanding cash, valuables and cell phones. In addition to the robbery, the youths strike and taunt the victims. No serious injuries have been sustained.

The U.S. Embassy, Belize City, recommends that you travel in groups, avoid deserted stretches of road in the neighborhoods mentioned, do not walk or jog after dark and do not carry any valuables on your person. Any incident should be reported to the Belize Police Department immediately by dialing 911 or 227-2222.

Additional information regarding travel in Belize may be found at www.travel.state.gov.  The Embassy e-mail address is: embbelize@state.gov.