In speaking to The San Pedro Sun, Ms. Delfina Mitchell, director at LCH, joined the group and expressed her gratitude to San Pedro. “First of all I have to say I love San Pedro and the people of San Pedro because they have always been supportive of us. They always pour out their love to us. In the past they did a jump-a-thon and a fundraiser which raised, I believe $18,000 dollars and this year they are doing it again”.

About their travel to San Pedro, Ms Mitchell commented, “We started out this morning. Peter Lawrence sent a boat all the way to Vista del Mar for us. We got on the boat and they drove us out here. We saw the beautiful blue green sea and the beautiful sun. It was really nice and they did it not just for the children but for the Care-givers; the people that are working with the children. This for me is very special because a lot of the time people tend to forget about the people that are behind the scenes doing the work and these people have been with us three or more years, they know the kids. I am really very grateful to Peter and Diane Campbell who organized this that they also acknowledged the work that my caregivers are doing”.

Once in San Pedro the group got to enjoy Walter’s delectable BBQ as well as entertainment by Tull, Coconut Leo, Valentino, Barefoot Skinny and pretty much anyone else that wanted to step up to the mike and perform. The children were in heaven as they frolicked in the swimming pool, along with children from San Pedro. The kids that didn’t want to swim had much to keep them occupied with bubble blowing and hula hoops, as well as the jump rope.

The LCH fundraiser started around 11am and went on through the late evening. As the day went on, Jan Brown took to the mike and introduced the concept of the Chinese Auction which got the crowd exited for bidding on wonderful prizes donated by the various establishments on the island. The fundraiser managed to just over $16, 000.

While this takes Liberty a long way, it is in no way all that is needed. According to Ms. Mitchel the home is in constant need of financial assistance for the everyday running of the facility. “Liberty is an organization that relies heavily on donations and at this time, it’s really not coming in and so we have to do things to cut down on expenses and we need all the help that we can get. Aside form financial assistance, you can donate goods in-kind. Fish for example, is something that the kids don’t get a lot of so if there is any fisherman that would want to donate fish or sell it to us at a reduced cost we’d love to have it. Donations of rice, chicken, flour, even furniture are greatly appreciated”.

Liberty home is licensed to house 40 children and all the children come through the Department of Human Services. At the moment Liberty houses 23 kids between the ages of 2 – 14 that are all up for adoption. Individuals interested in adopting or providing respite care for a child or fostering a child are welcome to do so by contacting the Department of Human Services.

During the fundraiser, members of the San Pedro Lions presented a cheque of $300 as well as personal donations collected from Lions Members to Liberty. According to Peter Lawrence, work is already underway for next year’s fundraiser. “Next year can we get more people to come down, the more people that come down the more money we raise.”

Organizers would like to thank: Mambo Chill, Lola’s Pub, Sailsports Belize, SP Animal Hospital, AJ’s, Grand Caribe, Estel’s, Wahoo Lounge, Ambergris Divers, Premium Wines, Roadkill, Costa Maya, CG Esthetics, GO Phones, Crazy Canuks, KAKAW, Randy and Cherie – Guests at Pedro’s, The Greenhouse, Croc’s Bar, Picasso Spirits, Fido’s, DandE’s, Superbuy, Mathieu’s Deli, Glow Belize, Belizean Melody Art Gallery and everyone that contributed to make this fundraiser a huge success. For further information on assisting Liberty Home, please call 225-2158 or 624-3696 or visit their website, http://www.libertychildrenbelize.org.

Article by San Pedro Sun
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As a founding sponsor of San Pedro Lobsterfest, Pedro’s is pleased to once again be hosting the All You Can Eat Lobster Pizza, Lobster Trivia Night and Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. While there, try your luck in the 4th annual Lobsterfest Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament or prove how smart you are in the Lobster Trivia Challenge. Be sure to arrive early, Pedro’s thin-crust Lobster Pizza is always wildly popular.

Street stalls and restaurants alike take part in the opening-season party of San Pedro Lobsterfest every year. Sample Caribbean spiny lobster prepared in all manner of guises and quaff fruity cocktails among the summery beats of calypso and reggae. Lobsters plucked from the azure waters surrounding Ambergris Caye are prepared in every way imaginable.

Celebrating it’s 4th year, San Pedro Lobsterfest has become known world-wide, even being named one of the 300 greatest events in the world by Frommer’s and What’s on When. In 2011, San Pedro Lobsterfest starts on June 19th and finishes on June 25th with the grand finale Lobsterfest Block Party, featuring Belizean music star Supa G (who will be a guest at Pedro’s Hotel we might add!)

Unlike most hotels, Pedro’s staff is fluent in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese and Creole, and conversational in German and Italian. Pedro’s Hotel is centrally located in San Pedro with Beach Access, has on-site entertainment at Pedro’s Sports Pub & Pizzeria, and staffs Ambergris Caye’s most popular Adventure Coordinators, guiding guests to Belize’s world-class scuba diving, snorkeling, spear fishing, kayaking, windsurfing, sailing or jungle adventure trips and tours. Pedro’s Hotel, even cheap travelers can experience Belize adventures they will remember for a lifetime.

Space is limited so book early to take advantage of this amazing Lobsterfest Special Offer. Learn more or Book Online at www.PedrosHotel.com, or call (212) 796-4897 from the US or (011) 501-226-3825 for more details.

About Pedro’s Hotel
In Belize, and certainly in the town of San Pedro on Ambergris Caye, Pedro’s Hotel is the best price and value. Designed for the budget-minded traveler, Pedro’s affordable accommodations allow guests to enjoy all the excitement and adventure Belize has to offer. With a 90% approval rating on TripAdvisor.com, Pedro’s Hotel has 32 standard king or twin air-conditioned rooms.

Catch all the action at Pedro’s Bar – with 2 Big Screen TV’s (60 inch and 48 inch) plus a number of other TV’s you won’t miss a minute of the action.

You can also enter the Pedro’s Bracket Buster Competition! Brackets will be available on Monday morning in the office – $20 Belize to enter, winner takes all…

$30 Bz all you can drink draft beer, $5 green fairy shots, Irish Stew food special and Costume Contest with amazing prizes for the winners. The Party starts at 6:00 pm in the Bar. Call or email us for more information… This is always one of the best parties of the year, so don’t miss it!

Oh, and we will be having our regularly scheduled Trivia Night that night, and it just so happens that March 17th is the first day of the 2011 NCAA Basketball Tournament (aka March Madness!) so it’s going to be a very fun day!

The boat ride only takes 90 minutes, you can enjoy a movie and travel first class with San Pedro Water Jets Express. On the boat you will be served complimentary water and snack on return trip. Ample leg room, pillows, water bottle holders and fan option.

Pedro’s Hotel can help you book  your water taxi trip between San Pedro and Chetumal or you can contact San Pedro Water Jets Express Water Taxi Terminal, Ambergris Caye, Belize C.A. Tel: (501)-226-2194, Email: info@sanpedrowatertaxi.com, www.sanpedrowatertaxi.com

The San Pedro Water Jets is located in the Town of San Pedro on the Island of Ambergris Caye next to the soccer field Lagoon Side. The Island is located approximately 35 miles from Belize City on the main land. Their terminal in Chetumal Q. Roo Mexico is located at the “Muelle Fiscal” in the heart of the Chetumal CIty.

San Pedro to Chetumal Mexico water taxi schedule

San Pedro Belize to Chetumal Mexico  8:15am
Chetumal Mexico  – San Pedro Belize  3:00pm

One way San Pedro Belize to Chetumal Mexico or vice versa $35 usd Return trip $60 usd. Arrive at terminal 1/2h prior to departure to check in and go through immigration.

If you are traveling from Mexico to San Pedro and have been in Mexico for more than 7 days, be sure to have 280 pesos on hand for a departure fee (they will not accept US dollars or Belize dollars and there are no banks nearby). If you begin your travel in San Pedro you do not have to pay the departure fee.

Updated water taxi schedule between San Pedro Caye Caulker and Belize City.

Rent Brand New Golf Carts from Pedro’s!

Pedro’s is pleased to announce that you can now rent Golf Carts directly from our office. These Club Cart Golf Carts are brand spanking new (no worries about breaking down while you are exploring our beautiful island paradise!) and available only to guests of Pedro’s Hotel or Pedro’s Backpackers Inn. Our rates are very reasonable as well, especially when you take into account the fact that ours are Brand New!

Rates in USD (including 12.5% tax)
2 hours: $28.13
4 hours: $42.75
8 hours: $48.38
10 hours: $54.00
24 hours: $73.13
2 days: $143.44
3 days: $205.31
4 days: $244.13
5 days: $270.00
6 days: $290.25
1 week: $299.25
2 weeks: $536.63

Golf Cart is delivered with a full tank of gas, please return with same. Contact cindy@pedroshotel.com to learn more.

Belize Vacation Discount Specials:

We are always cooking up ways to save you money while vacationing here in paradise. We are pleased to announce 3 New Discount Offers:

The Greatest Belize Scuba Diving Deal in History is extended for High Season!

We’ve had such a good response to the ‘Greatest Belize Scuba Diving Deal in History’ that we have decided to extend it into High Season. Enjoy 4 days of 2 tank local dives, 1 day at the World Famous Blue Hole and also 1 Night dive for only $740 US per person… INCLUDING ACCOMMODATION! That’s 12 total dives, plus your accommodation for less that you would normally spend on the diving itself. Please note that the $40USD park fee per person to the Great Blue Hole is not included. Don’t forget this price is per person, based on double occupancy.

Contact cindy@pedroshotel.com to learn more.

January Credit Crunch Special:

Christmas is over and the snow is falling… But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t treat yourself to a great Belize Vacation! Book from now until December 15th to stay from January 3rd up until February 7, 2011 and receive a day’s Golf Cart Rental for only $25 US (1/2 price). Please note that you must stay for a minimum of 5 nights to qualify for this offer.

Contact cindy@pedroshotel.com to learn more.

Boogie in Belize Skydivers Special

The Boogie in Belize VII Skydiving Extravaganza is coming back to San Pedro in 2011 from February 12th to the 21st and February 26th to March 5th! It’s one of the best events on Ambergris Caye all year! We are pleased to offer a 7 night stay during the Boogie in Belize plus a tandem skydive AND video for only $540 US per person based on double occupancy. Come see our island paradise in a way few ever will!

Contact cindy@pedroshotel.com to learn more.

New Amenities and Features

We’ve been very busy this summer at Pedro’s, and there is always a lot going on. Come check out our new Garden Relaxation Spot by the pool, where you can sit down & relax, check your email on our free wifi connection, or even get to know your fellow travelers!

We’ve also renovated our famous Poker Room. With 2 new tables featuring automatic shufflers, and authentic (and comfy!) Poker Room Chairs your new favorite pastime is even better!

And since we are sports fans, you can now watch ANY NFL game you want to on Sunday Afternoons, since we’ve added NFL Sunday Ticket to our 62 inch television. You never have to miss your favorite team’s performance ever again.

Tuesday, October 12 · 7:00pm – 11:30pm

At Pedro’s Hotel not only do we provide cheap rooms and priceless adventure, we offer a wide range of amenities: bike rental, pool, free kayaks, snorkel rental, wifi,  AC, Cable TV with 80 plus channels, dvd, on site sports bar /pizzeria, breakfast bar,  and fun friendly staff.