Miss Olivia with her 50lb kingfish. Olivia is a well seasoned fisherwoman and multi repeat guest.

The kingfish itself was well seasoned later that evening by Victoria House chefs, much to the delight of her family.

With the start of the new year, Victoria House has received major travel industry swards from Condé Nast Johansens,  Travel + Leisure Magazine and Trip Advisor.

Condé Nast Johansens, a luxury travel guide, announced their annual 2012 Awards for Excellence and Victoria House was awarded the Most Excellent Romantic Hideway- Mexico and Central America.  

Travel+ Leisure Magazine redcently annouced their annual T+L Top 500 for 2012 and Victoria House was the only hotel in Belize named on the list.  

Victoria House was listed as one of the Top 25 Luxury Hotels in Central America on the annual Traveler’s Choice Poll on Trip Advisor.

The Staff and Management are excited about the recognition and are committed to maintaining the level of service that Victoria House has become known for.

Management and staff of the Victoria House have warmly welcomed Chef Christopher Hall who will be the featured guest chef at the Palmilla Restaurant for the next two months. 

Chef Hall is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin and the New England Culinary Institute and has worked under several James Beard Award winning Chefs such as Aqua in San Francisco and the Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado.

Since 2009 Chef Hall has been the Executive Chef at the highly acclaimed Elevation Restaurant in Aspen and is scheduled to become the Executive Chef at the Las Pergolas Restaurant at Pristine Bay on Roatan Island in March of 2012. 

There will be a great deal of culinary excitement added to Ambergris Caye and the Victoria House by Chef Hall over the next several months.

1. Excite – Snorkel with Sharks and Rays A unique opportunity to swim with the sharks and sting rays at Shark-Ray Alley. You never thought you’d do it: just take a breath and jump in!
   
2. Acquire – A Good Tan or a Grand Slam The Holy Grail of fly fishing: a Bonefish, Permit and Tarpon hook-up – all in one day – is the stuff of dreams, and you could return home with this once-in-a-lifetime accomplishment under your belt.  Don’t forget your sunscreen and camera though.
   
3. Admire – The Belizean Barrier Reef The largest barrier reef in the  western hemisphere, second only to the Australian Barrier Reef is clearly visible just three-quarters of a mile off our beach.  A short ride and you’re in the warm waters and marveling at the fantastical coral formations and it’s colorful inhabitants.
   
4. Savor – The flavors of Belize and Latin America at La Palmilla Restaurant Fresh seafood and produce prepared with local and international flair by Chef Jose and his well seasoned staff.  Succulent starters through to decadent desserts will delight your palate daily.
   
5. Indulge  – Swedish Massage Shaded by the gentle swaying palms, an hour-long massage session on the beach will leave your body relaxed and your senses invigorated.
   
6. Enjoy - San Pedro Town The cobblestone streets of San Pedro are only a short golf cart ride away.  This bustling and colorful ex fishing village offers a wealth of souvenir shopping opportunities, art galleries, restaurants and friendly locals and visitors.
   
7. Relax – That’s what it’s all about…. Soak up the sun at one of our fabulous swimming pools – a cold beverage is yours for the asking and the cool sea rustling the palm leaves will melt away your stress faster than the ice melts in your glass.