Here are more pictures of Letty Lara, Miss World Belize, during her travels in Abu Dhabi and South Africa during the Miss World Pageant, preliminary events. (Letty above on right)
More of Letty at Miss World Events
Monday, November 16, 2009
Power outage on Pescador Drive
A loud buzz, pop and crackling got residents on Pescador Drive on their feet and a minute later the power was off. Power lines on the BEL utility pole right across the office of Ambergris Today caught on fire and BEL linesmen were quick on the site to shut of the power supply to this section of Pescador Drive. No major damage was caused to the utility post and transformer and power was restored in about an hour.
Picture of wires on fire sent in by Designing SolutionsOne Dead in Boat Collision at Night
Coastal Xpress' Tio John vessel with impact marks on the side
A deadly night collision between the skiffs of Coastal Xpress Water Taxi and that of Sueño Del Mar's skiff has resulted in the death of one Ceasar Scott, two month employee of Sueño del Mar resort in North Ambergris Caye; this is according to unofficial police reports. At around 7:30p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2009, one of the skiffs of the water taxi collided with that of Sueño del Mar's skiff, both carrying an undisclosed number of passengers. Police have confirmed the death on one person, being Ceasar Scott, and the serious injury of at least two other passengers. Others did sustain multiple injuries but which were treated but not classified as serious. Police are investigating the accident and are looking to see if they will file charges to either parties involved in the collision. Ambergris Today will keep its readers informed as updates reach our offices. (Picture of Ceasar Scott)
Garifuna Drumming
Friday, November 13, 2009
The Garifuna Council of San Pedro has announced its schedule of events for 2009 Garifuna Settlement Day. Gaven saw these guys drumming at Central Park and could not resist joining in on the fun.
Today's Sunrise
Here is today's shot of early morning San Pedro. There is a light cool breeze blowing from the north, the seas are very calm and the beach is picture perfect. Another beautiful day in Paradise. Much to be thankful for.
Hon. Heredia Sponsors SPJC Basketball
This morning, November 13, 2009, Hon. Manuel Heredia Jr., Minister of Tourism and Area Representative Belize Rural South, presented a check of $1,000 to Mr. Gustavo Ellis, Dean San Pedro Junior College, in support of the school’s upcoming Manuel Heredia Inter-Office amateur Basketball Tournament. Hon. Heredia’s sponsorship will be put towards purchasing the trophies for the tournament.
The Inter-Office Basketball Tournament is scheduled to commence after the marathon that will take place on the third week of November (date to be announced) at the R. Angel Nuñez Auditorium. Any business that would like to enter the tournament can register at the office of San Pedro Junior College or call 226-4691 or 600-5674 for more information.
Town Council Public Notice
SAN PEDRO TOWN COUNCIL
TRADE LICENSING & LIQUOR LICENSING BOARD
PUBLIC NOTICE
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) & the San Pedro Trade Licensing Board (SPTLB) and Liquor Licensing Board through this medium hereby remind all business to settle their outstanding arrears. The SPTC & the SPTLB and SPLLB cordially request that full payment be made by
Please be informed that the SPTC provides a number of payment plans.
REMEMBER YOUR TAX DOLLAR BUILDS A STRONG SAN PEDRO.
Chris Emmanuel on "Morning Matters"
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Chris Emmanuel author of “Secrets to Life”, “A mind that Matters” and “True Love”, has now embarked in another task as a radio personality for a relationship talk show titled “Morning Matters” on More FM.
The show was started by Rhonda Crighton of Belize City where she answered relationship questions from her listening audience but thought that she needed a male influence in the show. Having already written a thought provoking book called “True Love”, in which Chris shares six compelling techniques to assist you in discovering how you love, create powerful changes in how you love yourself and others, Chris was the perfect candidate to give advice in the talk show.
“The show is really nice; it is something different and many people can relate to what others are going through in their relationships,” commented Chris to Ambergris Today. “Not only do we address relationship problems and give advice on how to improve your relationship, but we also discuss topics such as anger, self esteem and inter marital sex, to name a few”.
To those of you who might think, if I call in or send a question everyone will know my business, it is definitely not so. Anyone wishing to send a topic or question can do so by sending a text message to 1010202 (Digicell customers only) and it is completely anonymous.
So for those of you who love reading Chris Emmanuel’s Secrets to Life Column on Ambergris Today, you can now listen to advice on relationships and other topics on “Morning Matters” show, Monday to Thursday’s from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on More FM 99.5.
Isla Bonita Cook Off
Last week Friday, the Isla Bonita Elementary School hosted its annual Cook Off between Std 4, 5 and 6. It was an excellent and delicious treat for Ambergris Today who was invited to sample the great food. Great Job Guys!
BTB in Taipei Intl’ Travel Fair
The Belize Tourism Board was invited by the Embassy of Belize and CATO in Taiwan to attend TAIPEI’S INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL FAIR (ITF). Taipei International Travel Fair is the biggest and the most important travel and tourism industry fair in Asia. It is the best place to maximize the efficiency of travel mart by having broad information on several destinations and schemes.
2009 Taipei International Travel Fair (ITF) took the Stage from Friday, October 30 to Monday, November 2, 2009 with Exhibitors from 58 Countries and Regions occupying 1,206 Booths in Total. The venue was Tapei’s World Trade Center TWTC. It was attended by a total of 210,752 visitors. Belize showcased its Reef, rainforest and ruins on a beautiful back drop with the theme “BE ONE WITH BELIZE”. At the same time a video was shown with closed caption in Mandarin. We had Tourists offices, travel agents, wholesalers, government officials, transport operators and travel publishers visit our booth.
BTB also had the opportunity to meet with the Director of Tourism Mr. Kwang-Shoung Chao. A conversation with the Director of Tourism made him aware of the attractions that Belize has to offer. He was amazed at Belize’s beaches, history and culture. He said “I want to go live in Belize” During the travel mart days both Charge D’ Affaires Mr. Efrain Novelo and Mrs. Amy Leiva, San Pedro BTB Representative, were interviewed by the China Post and U Paper, two of the most widely read newspapers and Channel 52 and Next Magazine, two of Taiwan's major media outlets.
On Saturday, October 31, Mrs. Amy Leiva had the privilege of doing the product presentation, where she promoted Belize to international travel agents and wholesalers. BTB’s promotional video “Be one with Belize” was enjoyed and captured everyone’s attention as it was translated in mandarin language. BTB representatives were overwhelmed by the attendance. Each wholesaler/travel agent were presented with a BTB bag containing promotional materials, all translated in Mandarin. Mr. Novelo also provided t-shirts, caps, and gift bags compliments of the Embassy of Belize. The trip was not all work related, Mrs. Leiva and Mr. Novelo also had time to enjoy the attractions that Taipei has to offer, they traveled to Yilan where they visited the King Car Group (Yuan-Shan Plant) the company produces Coffee, Tea, Water and whisky. They also visited the National Center for Traditional Arts, Chihlee Institute of Technology, National Chian Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Longshan Temple, National Palace Museum and Martyrs Shrine.
Mrs. Leiva is very grateful to Charge D’ Affaires Mr. Efrain Novelo ,his family and Ms. Ivy Lu of the Embassy of Belize, Mr. Marti Chang and Ms. Allison of CATO.
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