Tourism Outlook: Belize’s tourism ministry says overnight arrivals dipped June–August (June down 5% vs 2025), but expects a rebound into high season with six new flights, including BermudAir nonstop service from several U.S. cities and more capacity from United Airlines; officials are also pushing for a direct Europe-to-Belize flight. BTIA Stakeholders: The Belize Tourism Industry Association met to discuss next steps, including opposition to a proposed hotel accommodation tax increase, plus tackling sargassum and coastal erosion in Placencia and improving coordination across hotels, tour operators and agencies. Inland Adventure Spotlight: Belize is ranked #2 in Central America for best mountain destinations, highlighting a growing push to market the Maya Mountains, waterfalls, caves and hiking beyond the coast. Manatee Conservation: A new Clearwater Marine Aquarium research rescue and education center is nearing completion, aiming to rescue, rehab and release manatees (and sea turtles) with public access near Belize City/Placencia. Taiwan Links: Taiwan’s foreign minister Lin Chia-lung arrives for talks and project inspections tied to green energy, smart transport, AI, healthcare, tourism and training exchanges, with Belize and Taiwan also expected to sign agreements. Belize City Book Launch: Local author Ian Gibson releases “The Lord of the Underworld,” book two of his Jade Necklace series, with a Belize City launch set for Sept. 30.