The Ocean Hero Award has been presented to local entrepreneur and community activist, Mr. Denise Garbutt. Originally from the small coastal village of Punta Negra, Mr. Garbutt’s journey reflects both humble beginnings and a deep commitment to protecting Belize’s marine environment. Growing up, Dennis Garbutt was a commercial fisherman, relying on the sea for his...
PGTV is happy to report that a joint enforcement operation involving the Fisheries Department, TIDE Rangers, and the Belize Coast Guard has resulted in a significant interception at sea. During the patrol, authorities seized several illegal gillnets gear that is prohibited due to its destructive impact on Belize’s marine resources. In addition to the confiscated...
We are happy to bring you a story of joy. The Christmas season is officially underway, and for the past week, several flyers and announcements have been circulating about the annual lighting of the Christmas tree at Central Park. That long-awaited moment finally arrived on Friday night, as families, children, and community members gathered to...
On Friday night at Garbutt’s Marine, the Belize Tourism Industry Association held its annual Christmas party. The event brought together tourism stakeholders and featured two guest speakers: Hon. Dr. Osmond Martinez and Mr. Javier Guttierrez. Mr. Guttierrez opened the program with a presentation highlighting ongoing developments. However, during his remarks, he announced that rooms would...
The San Felipe Road is part of the route that connects Jacinto Village to Dolores and Crique Sarco villages. It is a major road, with millions of dollars invested in tourism along the route. Ixcacao and Cotton Tree Lodge are two of the key investors in the agro-tourism industry, but their investments are now suffering...
