The "King" & I - King Lewey's Island Resort - Belize

Our podcast this week will be a little different than usual, well, actually, I guess, a LOT different! We love to travel and one thing I’ve noticed is that so many of my guests, and other folks that I talk to, have traveled to some really interesting places and had some great experiences! We’re thinking it would be fun and serve all of us well, to share some of these adventures and perhaps give us some ideas that we haven’t considered in our own, upcoming travel plans. So, if you or someone you know has had a fun, interesting travel adventure, please reach out to me directly and we’ll chat about having you share them with our listeners. I envision that, in some cases, we can simply combine some shorter stories into one, or more, travel related podcasts. If you are interested, let me know, and even if you don’t have any personal stories to share, but think that hearing some of our neighbor’s travel stories would be fun & educational, let me know that too! In the spirit of kicking off the idea, I have an interview I did a couple of years ago, with King Lewey, owner & proprietor of King Lewey’s Island. This place is a hidden gem, a tiny private island about 12 miles off the coast of Belize! It is one of the most remarkable places Marsha & I have ever visited! Accessible exclusively by boat, this picturesque resort spans only about an acre, but promises an extraordinary experience that will leave you refreshed, relaxed and enchanted! From the moment you arrive, the dedicated team is devoted to anticipating your every need and ensuring your stay is both magnificent and memorable! If you recall the television show Fantasy Island, it has THAT kind of feel on arrival! You are greeted with smiles, cool eucalyptus towels and delicious island drinks! You are then taken to your private, built over the water, cabana, and given a quick tour of everything you need to know. From there, it’s up to you. You can do as much, or as little as you like! King Lewey’s Island is a place where time slows down, where the worries of life dissolve into the horizon. You can unwind & rejuvenate in a truly extraordinary, one of a kind, destination. I woke up early every morning to a couple of the islands full time residents, two beautiful parrots named Kiki & Rio, always carrying on a conversation, in which I was occasionally included! And there is no need to worry about what to eat; the finest chefs in Belize are there, crafting incredible, delectable dishes, immersing you with fresh, delicious, healthy cuisine, every day. Often, local fishermen bring their catch to the island and you select your dinner, right there! And since there are only a handful of other guests on the island at any given time, you always receive individualized attention and hospitality. There are plenty of activities to keep you “busy”, snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and endless photo opportunities! For reasons I wasn’t sure of, but now so glad I did, I sat down with King Lewey one morning and recorded a short interview under a palm tree! King Lewey is the quintessential island host, carefully observing every detail. And though he isn’t there all the time, we were fortunate in that he was there our entire stay! King Lewey has the look and presence of King Neptune! You’ll enjoy hearing his thoughts and what led him from Washington State, where he still resides, to purchasing a remote island off the coast of Belize and up fitting it, so that it is, yes “Fit for a King!” Enjoy the conversation, and you can click on the link for more information about the island. And you are always welcome to reach out to me with questions, or ideas! Bon voyage!! Guest - King Lewey https://www.kingleweysislandresort.com/ Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance https://www.lakeoconeebistro.com/ https://www.mydowntownagency.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tbprotectincome https://ibankfmb.com/