Comments on: 72 hours as a guidebook writer

By: Lebawit Lily Girma

Lebawit Lily Girma — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 20:41:39 +0000

Monica – thanks!! Yes it’s a blast! I try and sit up front every single time I fly them. But I highly recommend doing that when going over to San Pedro or Punta Gorda especially – fantastic views.
(I forgot to say in the post, that was not a plug for Tropic – I paid for my own ticket and even if I hadn’t, all my reviews will be 100% as transparent and genuine as always. )

Thank you Andrea! I’m enjoying every minute.

Robin, thanks lady! I have been to both Dangriga and Tobacco Caye before and loved it. I have a weak spot for the south. Sorry to hear of what happened, I can’t imagine who would serve you that mess, oh gosh… I’ll definitely keep in mind the spot you mention as well, thank you!

Hi Stacy, thanks for your note! San Pedro is completely safe for solo travelers – the first time I went to Belize it was also there and Cayo, and I was alone! It was 100% fun. Precautions are just the same here as anywhere else – don’t walk alone at night for long distances, don’t walk the beach after dark alone etc… have a reliable taxi driver you can call to pick you up after partying (your hotel can get you one, unless you’re renting a cart).
My edition of Moon Belize will be available in stores in early Fall 2013.

By: Staci Allison

Staci Allison — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 20:17:23 +0000

Hi Lily,

I am making my first trip to Ambergis Caye. Staying at the Indigo for three months. I will be alone and that is just an adventure in itself. To travel Central America as a single woman. I am either very brave or insane. (possibly both). When will your book be available? And if I can ask, any does or don’ts from the female perspective?

Happy trails.

By: Robin

Robin — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 20:13:58 +0000

I’m so thrilled for you, Lilly! I’d love to read your impressions of Dangriga and Tobacco Caye. I was in Belize many years ago and I visited the Garifuna Museum in Belize which was pretty cool. Someone suggested we check out Tobacco Caye which turned out to be the worst part of our trip. We stayed at a place that served Kraft Macaroni & Cheese for dinner and had cartoon bed sheets. Wish I could remember the name. But we absolutely loved our stay at Mountain Equestrian Trails. The cutest bungalows and best family style meals. Check that out, if you haven’t already. Have a blast.

By: Chyrisse

Chyrisse — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 18:37:33 +0000

Enjoy….. Keep us cubicle prisoners posted.

By: Andrea

Andrea — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 17:49:38 +0000

Have fun and enjoy your time, Lily !!!

By: Monica

Monica — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 17:39:03 +0000

Oh, and the photos are great!

By: Monica

Monica — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 17:08:01 +0000

Glad you made it there safely. Sounds sooo much fun. I’m so psyched (and jealous) that you sat up front with the pilot!