Having arrived at Belize’s adults-only haven, Coco Plum Island Resort, and unpacked, the eager couple wandered to the shoreline and gazed across the ocean. “There’s something remarkable about arriving after everyone else has gone home!” the woman said, laughing. “I’m so glad we picked September for our getaway. Look–no kids!”
“I had to admit that I was reluctant to book this,” her companion admitted. “It’s the green season, after all! But when you told me that only six hurricanes have directly struck Belize in the past 30 years—that’s a period of 10,958 days–I was awe-struck. Then you showed me the discounted rates for this small, exclusive private island,” he said, giving her a hug. “Let’s stop talking and change into swimsuits. I can’t wait to jump into the surf!”
Why isn’t this couple feeling more cautious?
Because while Belize’s hurricane season runs from June 1st the November 30th, “most seasons pass without a direct hit,” say experts at the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration. Further, “NOAA expects the 2026 Atlantic season to be below normal.” Add to these phenomena the fact that things are shifting dramatically on both sides of the American continent. Hurricane Lala came onshore in Hawaii on August 15, 2026. “Only two recorded hurricanes have ever made landfall in Hawaii,” media outlets reported, “and true [Hawaii] landfalls happen less than one per century on average.”
Why bring up a topic that tends to be avoided by resorts eager to focus on pleasure and fun? Because savvy world travelers keep up with weather trends, and if you’re smart enough to be one of them, why not focus on this rare opportunity to stay on an exclusive private island that is not only known for its staff-driven pampering but offering prices that must be seen to be believed? Coco Plum Island Resort is a small, tropical enclave catering to couples of all ages who are eager to avoid crowds as much as they are eager to save on their vacations.
Will you be deprived of the extras guests rave about during the rest of the year?
Heavens, no. Coco Plum’s Belize all-inclusive package is brimming with perks, the availability of specialized add-ons hasn’t diminished one bit, your accommodation choices remain the same, and every opportunity featured on Coco Plum’s tour menus are equally dynamic.
The full-service spa and yoga deck remain open, and island activities remain in place for your enjoyment. Consider fewer guests than usual and prices only available to guests for a limited time, and if you don’t proclaim this the ideal time to take that intimate couples’ escape, nothing may satisfy you! Has this getaway been atop your fantasy list forever? You could always stay home, keep tabs on weather reports and think about the joy and adventure that could have been yours. Or you could say, “You bet!” and start packing!
