La Isla Bonita

A small island sits off the coast of a tiny almost unknown country in Central America. Ambergris Caye, Belize is attracting more and more attention as time wears on. The island is known mainly for it’s excellent snorkeling and fishing along the Great Barrier Reef just about a quarter of a mile offshore. Travelers from around the world come to this relaxing paradise to just get away from the stresses of life.

Although Ambergris Caye is unknown in the minds of most people, it has been favored by a few celebrities for some time. About 20 years ago Madonna came out with a song called La Isla Bonita meaning the beautiful island. After visiting Ambergris she wrote this song about the island. In the song she sings about the town of San Pedro and how she fell in love with and dreams about it. Actor Leonardo Dicaprio visited Ambergris and soon after purchased Blackador Caye, a sister island to Ambergris. Harrison Ford filmed a movie named Mosquito Coast just south of San Pedro town on Ambergris.

Although I have left Kenston, the staff has agreed to allow me to let everyone know what I am doing. My parents bought land on Ambergris Caye over 25 years ago. A few years later they built a house on it. Due to my fathers job having the winter season off, we get the chance to travel down to Belize for the winter and relax while I get homeschooled. Having done this every year since I was a a baby, I am very accustomed to the Belize culture. It has truly become a second home for me and my family. I will be sure to keep all of you back home updated on what is going on.