The people and places that make a Belize vacation unforgettable took centre stage on Saturday night.
The Belize Tourism Board hosted the 2026 National Tourism Awards at the Lord Ashcroft Conference Centre at the Fort George Hotel and Spa in Belize City. The signature event recognizes the individuals, businesses and organizations whose hard work and passion keep Belize a special place to visit.
Thirteen awards were handed out, covering everything from hotels and restaurants to tour guides, cultural experiences and sustainability.
The 2026 winners are:
Hotel of the Year: Caribeville
Small Accommodation of the Year: Royal Belize
Restaurant of the Year: Elvi’s Kitchen
Local Eatery of the Year: Carms Home Baking and Cooking
Tour Operator of the Year: Taste Belize
Tour Guide of the Year: Pedro Saki
Frontline Tourism Professional of the Year: Erika Uk
Site of the Year: The Belize Zoo
Sustainable Tourism Champion of the Year: Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort
Wellness Experience of the Year: Purple Passion Wellness Spa
Cultural Experience of the Year: Upe Nai
Minister’s Award: Thomas Greenwood Sr.
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Lifetime Achievement Award: Hon. Valerie Woods
For travellers, the list doubles as a ready made guide to some of the best experiences in the country. For the industry, it is a celebration of the people who go the extra mile every day.
The BTB thanked its sponsors, Travellers Liquors and Bowen and Bowen, along with its partners, nominees and judges.
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