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Travel Note
Please Read!
Please read the entire page before booking to ensure flight times coincide with the group transportation from the airport, and so that you are receiving the best room/hotel rate. To Book a Hotel Room: 1. Review the room options below 2. Determine which hotel location you prefer 3. Contact Cress and/or Josh to discuss the preferred room type, how to book, and other considerations 4. Book hotel To Book Flights: 1. Review the ground transportation options below 2. Determine what time you can arrive at the Belize International Airport (BZE) 3. Contact Cress and/or Josh to discuss best arrival/departure times 4. Book flight 5. Provide Cress and/or Josh the finalized flight itinerary
Hotel
Coconut Row
We've arranged for all wedding events to take place at Coconut Row Boutique Hotel and Resort in Hopkins, Stann Creek, Belize. This is a beautiful family-owned (Josh's cousin) property that will be exclusively ours for the weekend. It is the primary accommodation option, putting you right in the heart of all the celebrations! Coconut Row is a traditionally Belizean styled hotel that has varying room types including ocean-front cabanas and multi-room apartments. Coconut Row also has an adjacent guest house, Buttonwood, that is available and ideal for larger family groups. This is truly a gem that will make you immediately switch to vacation mode.
Hotel
The Lodge at Jaguar Reef
Offering comfort and convenience, we also recommend The Lodge at Jaguar Reef. Located just a short golf cart ride from center village, this resort offers picture-worthy rooms, an expansive layout and plenty of amenities to enjoy during your stay. This is a great option for those looking for a retreat while staying close to all the festivities.
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Transportation Details
All flights will arrive at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City. From there, our wedding celebrations will take place in Hopkins Village, Stann Creek, Belize, Josh's hometown, and we've outlined the best transportation options for you below: 1. Provided Group Ground Transportation For all wedding guests arriving on Thursday, August 7th between the hours of 10:30am-12:30pm, we are providing a group shuttle from the international airport to Hopkins. To participate in this option, all travel must be confirmed, and flight itineraries provided to Cress and/or Josh to reserve your space on the shuttle. 2. Independent Ground Transportation For all wedding guests arriving at different times or preferring their own transportation, here are two ground travel options: (a) Rental Car - Book independently through one of the rental agencies at the airport. - Drive time is approximately 1.5 hours from the airport to Hopkins. (b) Shuttle Service - Schedule a personal pickup using either hotel (both offer airport transportation for a fee) or a private transportation vendor. 3. Air Travel to Dangriga from Belize International Airport Guests can opt to take a short regional flight via Maya Air or Tropic Air from the Belize International Airport to Dangriga, an adjacent town just 20 minutes from Hopkins. From Dangriga, we can coordinate car pickups to get you to the final destination. All incoming guests to Belize must complete this online customs form in advance of travel: https://belizetravel.immigration.gov.bz/Belize_Digital_Forms/
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Get to Know Belize Golf Cart Rental
Most visitors explore the village by golf cart. It's the best way to get around during the wedding weekend and add a fun touch to your stay! You can reserve a cart by contacting Get to Know Belize at https://gettoknowbelizeadventures.com/ and letting them know (in the comment section) that you're booking for Josh and Cress' wedding. Be sure to book early to secure your ride! Note: We have arranged a discounted rate for our wedding guests ($50/day). Double-check your confirmation to ensure the discounted rate is applied.