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5 days agoThis Underrated Caribbean Destination Has Unspoiled Beaches, Wildlife Sanctuaries, and Fewer Crowds Than Elsewhere in the Region
In 1971, French marine biologist Jacques Cousteau sailed his boat Calypso to Belize's Great Blue Hole, the world's largest marine sinkhole, and named it one of the world's top dive sites-a level of renown elevated by his grandson, Fabien, when he partnered with Richard Branson to explore its depths in 2018. While the submersible expedition didn't resolve any Mayan mysteries or leviathanic myths, it did highlight the country's natural beauty and commitment to protecting it.
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