Belize Mediafest 2008

Join us in October 2008 in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye for the first annual Belize Mediafest. This film, music & arts festival will highlight Belizean cultural achievements and showcase films and media relating to ecological and environmental subjects, or focused on cultural and sociological subjects.

Submission Forms and Entry Rules coming soon
Filmmakers - Watch this website for updates concerning Submission Forms and Entry Requirements. Contact us for more information:
info@belizemediafest.com


Get Involved
Anyone interested in getting involved in the planning and execution of Belize Mediafest 2008 is encounraged to contact us:
info@belizemediafest.com


Restaurants urged to participate in the Octoberfest Grilling Competition
Various island Restaurants will square off during the Mediafest Block Party Grilling Competition. Prizes will be awarded for best homemade BBQ sauce and for best overall BBQ dish. For more information on entering the competition, please contact us to find out more:
info@belizemediafest.com


Calling all Island Bartenders, show us your stuff!
In conjunction with the Grilling Competition, the Mediafest Block Party will also feature a bartending contest. Prizes will be awarded for most creative drink and most creative bartender. Please contact us to find out more:
info@belizemediafest.com


Where to Stay:

portofino

An Exceptional Beach Resort in Belize. Portofino offers eight (8) beach cabanas with clear and unobstructed Caribbean views, along with three (3) Tree Top suites that are on stilts 10ft in the air, offering beautiful views over the Caribbean.
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banana beach logo

Located on the Caribbean shores of Belize and resting gracefully on the finest beach just far enough south of San Pedro Town for real tranquility. Banana Beach Resort is a luxurious haven in one of the most scenic places on earth. Offering some of the finest accommodation on all of Ambergris Caye.
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caribbean villas

Experience the barefoot luxury of Caribbean Villas situated on the beach on Ambergris Caye in Belize. Luxury rooms with Caribbean views, in beautiful grounds, on a large secluded sandy beach, all within sight of the famous Barrier Reef.
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pedros inn

Pedro’s Inn, For the Budget-Minded Traveler! The most inexpensive lodging on Ambergris Caye, Pedro's has been designed for people who prefer to spend their money having a great time rather than paying a fortune to sleep.
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blue tang inn

Welcome to Blue Tang Inn. Located on a sandy Caribbean beach, this fourteen-unit inn is just two quiet blocks north of downtown San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, where you’ll discover Belize’s warm, friendly people and many great shops and restaurants.
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More about the Resorts

portofino

portofino resort

PORTOFINO offers eight (8) beach cabanas with clear and unobstructed Caribbean views, along with three (3) Tree Top suites that are on stilts 10ft (3 mts) in the air, offering beautiful views over the Caribbean and the second longest Barrier Reef in the world. To the rear of the suites is an amazing view of the lagoon, home to an assortment of rare tropical birds and the occasional Crocodile. The cabanas have a superb view of the sea and the sunrise. The suites offer a superb view of the sea sunrise and the sunset at the rear of the property.

CABANAS: Each cabana is on the sand and measures 12ft by 24ft and offers queen-size bed with a view through the front picture windows of the beach. Each bed is draped with a pure linen mosquito net and pure cotton sheets. Floor rugs are from Guatemala, and assorted decorations from Belize and Mexico. The inside of the roof shows the hand thatched Palapa roof rising 18ft into the air. Bathrooms are spacious and airy, and offer a hand sink, toilet and circular shower, adorned with Mexican tiles and mirrors. The roof of the bathroom is also palapa and hangs over the bed giving a false roof and concealed lighting. Each cabana has a good size deck with deck chairs and hammocks over looking the beach.

SUITES: Each suite measures 24t by 24ft and is elevated ten (10) feet in the air on Sapodilla wood legs with a wide staircase made of local woods for entry. Each offers a queen-size bed on the centre of the room and stunning views through the massive picture windows. A raised platform on each side of the suite offers a seating and reading area as well as a closet and dressing area. The bathrooms in the suites are very large and offer two (2) sinks, toilet, large circular shower and windows over the lagoon. All ceilings in the suite are open to the thatched palapa giving a very beautiful effect. Each suite has a full-length balcony offering great views of the Caribbean and sunrise, with hand carved deck chairs and hammocks.

All accommodation also offers: air conditioning, ceiling fans, sea facing picture windows, mini bar, and individual interior décor and artwork. Book your accommodations for Mediafest 2007 at Portofino Resort online on their website:
portofinobelize.com »

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banana beach logo

banana beach resort

Located on the Caribbean shores of Belize and resting gracefully on the finest beach just far enough south of San Pedro Town for real tranquility. Banana Beach Resort is a luxurious haven in one of the most scenic places on earth. Offering the finest accommodations on all of Ambergris Caye.

Banana Beach consists of one, two, three and four bedroom suites with full kitchen and living room area. Each bedroom has it's own private bathroom. The two, three and four bedroom suites have Jacuzzi bathtubs. The suites are all furnished with locally made Rattan furniture, decorated with ceramic art and hand woven tapestries from the Yucatan.

Accommodation Includes:
Two 4 bedroom/4 bathroom Deluxe Ocean Front Suites
Three 3 bedroom/3 bathroom Deluxe Ocean Front Suites
Three 2 bedroom/2 bathroom Deluxe Ocean Front Suites
Fourteen 1 bedroom/1 bathroom Ocean Front Suites
Twenty One 1 bedroom/1 bathroom Courtyard Suites
Twenty Two Second & Third Floor Private Balcony Rooms
Six First Floor Veranda Rooms

Banana Beach Resort is located on the beach area of Ambergris Caye known as Mar De Tumbo. This is one of the best natural beach areas of Ambergris Caye. There is a natural break in the reef about a quarter mile off shore. This break allows ocean waves to flow in more freely, providing deeper water and a sandier sea bed. Book your accommodations for Mediafest 2007 at Banana Beach Resort online on their website:
bananabeach.com »

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caribbean villas

caribbean villas

Caribbean Villas has been designed with conservation in mind. The bird sanctuary is one of the few remaining areas of original littoral forest, unchanged from the times the buccaneers buried their treasure here. The water heating is supplemented by roof top solar panels. Irrigation is from rainwater catchment tanks. The rooms are designed to catch the cooling trade winds to reduce the need for air conditioning. Stay with us and be at peace with nature.

All units are ocean front, enjoying a beautiful view of the Caribbean.
All units have ceiling fans and air-conditioning.
For more family accommodation, some units can be joined using connecting doors.

Rooms: Each has a queen size bed, private bath with shower, refrigerator, coffee pot, blender and microwave. Some rooms have ocean views, all have a covered veranda and chairs from which to enjoy the scenery. Maximum two persons.

One Bedroom Suites: Each has living/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. The bedrooms have a king size bed (2 twins made up as king so they can be divided if requested). Each suite has wonderful view of the ocean that can be enjoyed from inside or from the 20' wide covered veranda. Maximum three persons.

Lofted Suites: Each has living/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen, a master bedroom with bath, a queen size bed and two twin beds and a loft overlooking the living room. Each suite has a wonderful view of the ocean that can be enjoyed from inside or from the 20' wide covered veranda. Maximum six persons. Book your accommodations for Mediafest 2007 at Caribbean Villas online on their website:
caribbeanvillashotel.com »

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pedros inn

pedros inn

Pedro's Inn is the most inexpensive lodging on Ambergris Caye and probably in all of Belize! Our Inn has been designed for people who prefer to spend their money on important things like partying, diving, sunbathing, kayaking, windsurfing, sailing, swimming, snorkeling, drinking and generally having a great time rather than paying a fortune to sleep. This is a fun place at great value. Clean, comfortable rooms. Each day is a “Living the Dream Day”. Spend money on scuba diving, snorkeling, & fishing and not on a room.

Chose from one of four (4) Deluxe Rooms (as shown) with Cable TV, Air Conditioning and a King-sized bed (or two twins) - rates from $35 (US) per night - or - one of eighteen (18) Regular Rooms with 2 single beds per room - rates starting as low as $10 (US) per person, per night.

Optional Full Bar and Pizza each night; 2 minute walk to the best beach on Ambergris Caye, 3 minute walk to the airport, 5 minute walk to downtown San Pedro; Free High Speed Internet; 24-Hour Security; Sports bar with TV’s and pool table on premises. Book your accommodations for Mediafest 2007 at Pedro's Inn online on their website:
backpackersbelize.com »

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blue tang inn

blue tang inn

Nestled on a sandy Caribbean beach, the Blue Tang Inn is a 14-suite paradise located in the charming and friendly town of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. The spacious accommodations at the Blue Tang Inn are air conditioned, have full kitchens and are decorated in soft tropical colors.

Explore the Caribbean Sea just outside your door; relax with a cool drink by the pool; soak up the sun on the white sand beach; or take in the stunning views from the third floor decks. With superb accommodations, fun daily activities, and friendly local culture, the Blue Tang Inn will make your stay in Belize a truly unique experience. Book your accommodations for Mediafest 2007 at Blue Tang Inn online on their website:
bluetanginn.com »

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