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Eastern Belize is famed for its second-largest barrier reef system, offering some of the world’s most spectacular diving and snorkeling experiences.
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Kaila Yu, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Surrounded by the world's fourth-largest barrier reef system, spanning over 11,000 square miles, the Red Sea has more than 90 untouched islands, pristine beaches, dormant volcanoes, sweeping desert dunes, mountain canyons and historical cultural sites.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Then, sail along the world's second-largest barrier reef on a private yacht charter, exploring picture-perfect Caribbean islands and crystal-clear blue water.
—Patricia Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
Continue to the exclusive South Water Caye, a 12-acre paradise perched on the barrier reef.
—Patricia Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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Kaila Yu, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Surrounded by the world's fourth-largest barrier reef system, spanning over 11,000 square miles, the Red Sea has more than 90 untouched islands, pristine beaches, dormant volcanoes, sweeping desert dunes, mountain canyons and historical cultural sites.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Then, sail along the world's second-largest barrier reef on a private yacht charter, exploring picture-perfect Caribbean islands and crystal-clear blue water.
—Patricia Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
Continue to the exclusive South Water Caye, a 12-acre paradise perched on the barrier reef.
—Patricia Johnson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Barrier reef.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barrier%20reef. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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