Some cruise lines unfortunately give disembarking preference to passengers who book excursions through the ship, which makes outside arrangements more difficult. During a recent Caribbean cruise, I got off the ship in Belize City too late to catch the tour company I wanted for a cave-tubing excursion, but it turned out the cruise line couldn't have done me a bigger favor. After some last-minute bargaining among several agencies at the cruise terminal, I ended up with Allen Dawson, a guide with Experience Belize Tours, who packed me in the van with a Chilean family of five, only one of whom spoke even a little English. Dawson handled the language situation well, providing all information and instruction in both languages and helping me with my mangled Spanish. The tour itself -- riding down a river in inner tubes through pitch- dark limestone caves -- was terrific. Dawson maintained the structure of the trip but still kept it very casual, engaging the group in all sorts of discussions, from family and jobs to Chilean politics and the ability of tequila to improve mangled Spanish. SPUD HILTON Deputy Travel Editor ©2006 San Francisco Chronicle Our tour guide was Allen Dawson of Experience Belize Tours. He was over-the-top. This guy is just wonderful. He's about 35, has worked for the airlines, lived in CA for a few years, has visited the states many times, and now lives back in his homeland. We loved him. Please do give this man a holler. He is as genuine as anyone we'd ever met. He has a wife and young son. He made this a trip to remember. He's wonderful and I really can't say enough positive things about him. He even gave me a $2 Belize bill and a coin as a souvenir. Denise from Baltimore, Maryland 10/24/2006 Thoroughly enjoyed Allen and his wonderful tour and hospitality. God bless. Wilson and Lucas New Jersey, United States November 1,2006 Your email was greatly appreciated. All 4 of us truly had a wonderful tour in Belize. It was the highlight of our 7 day cruise. I would like to offer some suggestions/criticism/advice on how to improve the experience, but truly Betty and I have none. Your personality and friendliness is perfect for the tour business. Amir (our river boat guide) was simply ideal. His knowledge and willingness to share the history was so much more than you receive on other tours. He seemed excited in being able to share with us. His enthusiasm added to the day. His Mom's lunch was delicious. We have already told so many friends about the marvelous day. Mike LA, United States |
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Hospitality like no other!
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| Experience Belize Tours Ltd PO. Box 726 Belize City, Belize Central America 501-225-2981 www.experiencebelizetours.com |
| Most Recent Reviews about Experience Belize Tours Ltd |
December 26,2006
"My husband and I went online and booked a tour with Experience
Belize Tours. From the very beginning Leah answered all our
emails and provided us with all the information we needed to put
our minds at ease. Upon meeting Allen he treated us like an old
friend. Even though we were the only 2 taking the tour, Allen didn't cut
any corners, from showing us the Missionary Homes, Kingdom Halls and
Assembly sites, to going cave tubing which is a must do if ever in Belize.
On the return trip into town we stopped and had a wonderful meal that
was the icing on the cake. Our only regret was that because we were
bound by the cruise ships time we couldn't spend more time exploring this
wonderful country. But we have decided to make another trip to Belize
and with the help of Allen and the wonderful team of Experience Belize
Tours it will be as memorable as our first trip."
Sinclair and Beth, Florida USA
December 21,2006
As veterans of 20 cruises we have been on many tours. Some of them
were ship sponsored and some of them we arranged ourselves. Some
were good and some not so good. Among the very best was our tour of
Belize with Allen Dawson. Sixteen of us took the tour and without
exception were very pleased. Not only was the tour all we could ask for, it
was an exceptional value. I highly recommend them.
I have no connection with the Dawsons except that of a very satisfied
customer.
Dr. Jack L. Westover
December 7, 2006
Allen gave us an awesome tour! He was very personable and
knowledgeable. I highly recommend his tour. The rain forest tour was
fabulous! I'll do it again when I'm in Belize!
Thanks, Leala, Bahamas
December 13,2006
El Hermano Dawson fue un buen guia turistico, muy cortes y amable .
Esperamos verlo pronto.
Familia Nietrsche y Hernandez
Florida
December 6,2006
(written in Hebrew)
To Allen,
Thank you very much. It was a very pleasant tour.
Nir Cohen,Utah
December 22,2006
To Allen,
Thank you so much for a great tour. You're awesome!
Sherry,California
Finally we have time to respond to the email...We had such a lovely time
visiting Belize. We were very impressed with the amount of knowledge
that Allen knew about the island. I don't think there was much more he
could have shown us with such a short amount of time we had at the port,
it was just right. I think our big highlight was visiting the Assembly Hall,
Missionary home, & Kingdom Hall.
Mellissa
"My husband and I went online and booked a tour with Experience
Belize Tours. From the very beginning Leah answered all our
emails and provided us with all the information we needed to put
our minds at ease. Upon meeting Allen he treated us like an old
friend. Even though we were the only 2 taking the tour, Allen didn't cut
any corners, from showing us the Missionary Homes, Kingdom Halls and
Assembly sites, to going cave tubing which is a must do if ever in Belize.
On the return trip into town we stopped and had a wonderful meal that
was the icing on the cake. Our only regret was that because we were
bound by the cruise ships time we couldn't spend more time exploring this
wonderful country. But we have decided to make another trip to Belize
and with the help of Allen and the wonderful team of Experience Belize
Tours it will be as memorable as our first trip."
Sinclair and Beth, Florida USA
December 21,2006
As veterans of 20 cruises we have been on many tours. Some of them
were ship sponsored and some of them we arranged ourselves. Some
were good and some not so good. Among the very best was our tour of
Belize with Allen Dawson. Sixteen of us took the tour and without
exception were very pleased. Not only was the tour all we could ask for, it
was an exceptional value. I highly recommend them.
I have no connection with the Dawsons except that of a very satisfied
customer.
Dr. Jack L. Westover
December 7, 2006
Allen gave us an awesome tour! He was very personable and
knowledgeable. I highly recommend his tour. The rain forest tour was
fabulous! I'll do it again when I'm in Belize!
Thanks, Leala, Bahamas
December 13,2006
El Hermano Dawson fue un buen guia turistico, muy cortes y amable .
Esperamos verlo pronto.
Familia Nietrsche y Hernandez
Florida
December 6,2006
(written in Hebrew)
To Allen,
Thank you very much. It was a very pleasant tour.
Nir Cohen,Utah
December 22,2006
To Allen,
Thank you so much for a great tour. You're awesome!
Sherry,California
Finally we have time to respond to the email...We had such a lovely time
visiting Belize. We were very impressed with the amount of knowledge
that Allen knew about the island. I don't think there was much more he
could have shown us with such a short amount of time we had at the port,
it was just right. I think our big highlight was visiting the Assembly Hall,
Missionary home, & Kingdom Hall.
Mellissa
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11/15/06
Very good comprehensive
tours of City, pleasant tour
guide, I would recommend him.
Bennets,Usa
Allen good job I enjoy the
touring with you
Byron and Faith, Scotland
May the Lord Bless you
Hillary
I enjoyed my trip in Belize, God
bless!
Kimone
11/16/06
Great trip with Allen! Thank
you for the excellent tour of
Belize! God bless from all the
East Indians!
Rose, Canada
11/20/06
Great tour of a wonderful city
and country. It was wonderful
to see that the Brothers are
hard at work spreading the
Good News.
Daryl and Melissa, Texas
11/21/06
Thanks for a wonderful tour
job, God Bless you.
Yvonne, New Jersey
Great tour! Loved the songs!
Enc and Jen
It started in the rain but it
turned up to be a nice day.
Thanks a lot.
Your German group, Aida
Thank you for a very enjoyable
tour. We were very happy
with Allen and his tour and
minivan. Belize was beautiful
and the people are so friendly.
We will tell many of our friends
to visit Belize!
Steve
September 7,2006
Allen and Lily, Thank you for
the tour and for your
wonderful company. I loved
everything, the beauty of Belize,
I will definitely be back.
Ruth, Ethiopia
10/19/2006
Thank you very much for the
tour. It was very educational
and encouraging.
Lamont & Elliot
United States
Very good comprehensive
tours of City, pleasant tour
guide, I would recommend him.
Bennets,Usa
Allen good job I enjoy the
touring with you
Byron and Faith, Scotland
May the Lord Bless you
Hillary
I enjoyed my trip in Belize, God
bless!
Kimone
11/16/06
Great trip with Allen! Thank
you for the excellent tour of
Belize! God bless from all the
East Indians!
Rose, Canada
11/20/06
Great tour of a wonderful city
and country. It was wonderful
to see that the Brothers are
hard at work spreading the
Good News.
Daryl and Melissa, Texas
11/21/06
Thanks for a wonderful tour
job, God Bless you.
Yvonne, New Jersey
Great tour! Loved the songs!
Enc and Jen
It started in the rain but it
turned up to be a nice day.
Thanks a lot.
Your German group, Aida
Thank you for a very enjoyable
tour. We were very happy
with Allen and his tour and
minivan. Belize was beautiful
and the people are so friendly.
We will tell many of our friends
to visit Belize!
Steve
September 7,2006
Allen and Lily, Thank you for
the tour and for your
wonderful company. I loved
everything, the beauty of Belize,
I will definitely be back.
Ruth, Ethiopia
10/19/2006
Thank you very much for the
tour. It was very educational
and encouraging.
Lamont & Elliot
United States
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January 25, 2007
Thank you for showing us a
lovely day.
We enjoyed being with you and
seeing the friends.
Barbara and Jimmie
January 24, 2007
Dear Allen, Leah, Noemi,
Victoria, Jim
Thank you for everything. The
group loved the tour and
thanks for your patience with
me. Next time no questions.
See you ...
Love Wendy
January 4, 2007
Dear Allen, Thank you for a
wonderful day in Belize. You
are marvelous tour guide ____
and you were so kind to Gene.
We appreciate it. Most fondly__
Thelma and Gene
January 3, 2007
Dear Allen & Leah--- Thank you
so much for a wonderful cave
tubing experience!!! All "14" of
us had a fabulous time. Next
time you pass a cemetery, ask
your tourists if they know how
many people are buried there
---- ALL of them!!! We had a
wonderful time in BELIZE!!
From your Canadians from
Toronto.
Gary+Linda+ kids
Tina+ Derek+kids
Audrey+ Dave+kids
February 3, 2007
Thank you so very much for our
wonderful tour! Not only were you
great tour guides but great friends! We
had much fun w/ you guys. When we
came back we're definitely going
through you again!!
Luv Ya!
Ashley (Los Angeles,CA)
Thank you much Leah and Alan!I really
appreciate all your hard work! Thanks
for planning such a nice trip and
working with me over these past few
months. I will never forget this trip!
Please contact me when you visit L.A!
Megan
Thank you, Thank you SOOO MUCH!
This was THE BEST TRIP I'VE EVER
BEEN ON! Seriously I'm not just saying
that. From meeting you to the
horseback riding to snorkeling to
Placencia and OH THE LIST GOES
ON! You guys are such a fun,cute
couple that know how to show your
guest a GREAT TIME. I really
appreciate everything and will HIGHLY
recommend you to others. Can't wait
to see you all again! Take care!
Love, Elise
THANK YOU SO MUCH for all your
hospitality. I appreciate your sacrifice
and love. I can't wait to come back.
This is a vacation I will never forget!!
Candace
February 14, 2007
Great, Great, Great day. Thanks so
much to Allen.
Learned a great deal.
Margaret. Eileen, Elise, Mary, Bridie
February 15, 2007
It was a pleasure to have you be our
guided man. Thanks
Dallas & Mariynn, Denver, CO
Allen- Thank you from the Valentine
crew!
Sorry about screaming at the snake!
Thanks we even liked the snake!
Kim
Thank you so much. We loved it &
loved your jokes.
Thank you so very much for our
wonderful tour! Not only were you
great tour guides but great friends! We
had much fun w/ you guys. When we
came back we're definitely going
through you again!!
Luv Ya!
Ashley (Los Angeles,CA)
Thank you much Leah and Alan!I really
appreciate all your hard work! Thanks
for planning such a nice trip and
working with me over these past few
months. I will never forget this trip!
Please contact me when you visit L.A!
Megan
Thank you, Thank you SOOO MUCH!
This was THE BEST TRIP I'VE EVER
BEEN ON! Seriously I'm not just saying
that. From meeting you to the
horseback riding to snorkeling to
Placencia and OH THE LIST GOES
ON! You guys are such a fun,cute
couple that know how to show your
guest a GREAT TIME. I really
appreciate everything and will HIGHLY
recommend you to others. Can't wait
to see you all again! Take care!
Love, Elise
THANK YOU SO MUCH for all your
hospitality. I appreciate your sacrifice
and love. I can't wait to come back.
This is a vacation I will never forget!!
Candace
February 14, 2007
Great, Great, Great day. Thanks so
much to Allen.
Learned a great deal.
Margaret. Eileen, Elise, Mary, Bridie
February 15, 2007
It was a pleasure to have you be our
guided man. Thanks
Dallas & Mariynn, Denver, CO
Allen- Thank you from the Valentine
crew!
Sorry about screaming at the snake!
Thanks we even liked the snake!
Kim
Thank you so much. We loved it &
loved your jokes.
- Read about the kind of service you will get from Experience Belize Tours Ltd.
12/13/07
Thank you so much for a great time on
the cave tubing trip.
Gloria
Gracias!
Por un momento muy agradable y de...
en su tour de Belize, un city muy lindo.
Familia Ramirez.
I totally enjoyed our tour, Thank you
very much. Keep up the excellent work.
Mr. Ferguson
We want you to know we had a great
time on our tour. Thank you so much.
The Bowdens
12/4/07
Many thanks for a wonderful day, we
really enjoyed meeting you all.
Steve from Norway.
12/06/07
Absolutely fantastic! We enjoyed
everything and hope to visit again soon.
The food, tour and spiritual friendship
was superb. Thanks to Jah!
Teshan & Jessalyn
The tour was Unbelizable!! Thank you!
You all did an amazing job and I enjoyed
it very much. The food was fantastic,
thank you, thank you, thank you and
your home is beautiful.
Your Friend LaQuetha
Amazing! UnBelizable.
Veronica
We had a wonderful time.
Felicia and Micheal
Great Great time. Learne a lot. Keep
up the good work. Thank you Bell
Great tour & info. Enjoyed it all very
much. And the lunch was Great!!
Emily & Cheryl
I enjoyed this tour very much. Even as a
young one you guys kept me
entertained.
Taylor
Thank you Allen & Lilly for such an
excellent tour. We look forward to
seeing you again and using your services
again.
Agape, Steve & Felicia
I have traveled on 19 cruise and I mark
this tour as one of the best! The food
was great. The information was
wonderful. It made me appreciate our
Grand Creator even more! Thank you
so much!
Gloria
Thank you so much for a great time on
the cave tubing trip.
Gloria
Gracias!
Por un momento muy agradable y de...
en su tour de Belize, un city muy lindo.
Familia Ramirez.
I totally enjoyed our tour, Thank you
very much. Keep up the excellent work.
Mr. Ferguson
We want you to know we had a great
time on our tour. Thank you so much.
The Bowdens
12/4/07
Many thanks for a wonderful day, we
really enjoyed meeting you all.
Steve from Norway.
12/06/07
Absolutely fantastic! We enjoyed
everything and hope to visit again soon.
The food, tour and spiritual friendship
was superb. Thanks to Jah!
Teshan & Jessalyn
The tour was Unbelizable!! Thank you!
You all did an amazing job and I enjoyed
it very much. The food was fantastic,
thank you, thank you, thank you and
your home is beautiful.
Your Friend LaQuetha
Amazing! UnBelizable.
Veronica
We had a wonderful time.
Felicia and Micheal
Great Great time. Learne a lot. Keep
up the good work. Thank you Bell
Great tour & info. Enjoyed it all very
much. And the lunch was Great!!
Emily & Cheryl
I enjoyed this tour very much. Even as a
young one you guys kept me
entertained.
Taylor
Thank you Allen & Lilly for such an
excellent tour. We look forward to
seeing you again and using your services
again.
Agape, Steve & Felicia
I have traveled on 19 cruise and I mark
this tour as one of the best! The food
was great. The information was
wonderful. It made me appreciate our
Grand Creator even more! Thank you
so much!
Gloria
