Visas are not required for US or Canadian citizens. US currency and travellers cheques are widely accepted. Credit cards can be used in most tourist facilities. Time Zone Belize is located within the Central Time Zone and does not observe daylight savings time. Generally the water is drinkable right from the taps in most towns, lodges and hotels.
Bottled water is available in most shops.
Taxis Taxis are identifiable by their green licence plates. They are non-metered, and fares are standard. Be sure to negotiate the price before starting your journey. There are no endemic diseases. Contact your doctor or travel clinic prior to travelling to Belize.