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Belize is home to a large mainland island and hundreds of smaller surrounding barrier islands. The island nation is one of the Caribbean's premiere spots for snorkeling and diving, surrounded by the beautiful 190-mile Belize Barrier Reef, part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the second-largest barrier reef in the world.
Pristine beaches abound at a variety of tourist areas, including the charming San Pedro Town on Ambergris Caye and the nightlife-heavy Caye Caulker.
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