Mountain Equestrian Trails Earns 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

San Ignacio, Belize — August 17, 2013 — Mountain Equestrian Trails (MET), a jungle lodge specializing in horseback riding and eco tourism in Belize today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding travel reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Only the top-performing 10 percent of businesses listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

To qualify for a Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by TripAdvisor users, and must have been listed on the site for at least 12 months. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.

"Mountain Equestrian Trails is pleased to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence," said Marguerite Bevis, Owner or MET. "Our family-operated jungle lodge strives on a daily basis to offer our guests a memorable experience, and this award is a testament to the success of our endeavors."

"We would like to express thanks to those guests who took time to write a review of MET on TripAdvisor after their vacation. It is because of them we received this award. Some say when they come visit the Bevis family at MET, they leave feeling like part of the family. Many guests return time and again."

They would like to extend an invitation to become part of the family to all willing adventurers looking for something a little different and off the beaten path.

About Mountain Equestrian Trails
Mountain Equestrian Trails (MET) is a family-owned and operated jungle lodge in business since 1986. Located in the Cayo district in Belize, Central America, MET's offers adventure tours doing things you wouldn't ordinarily get to do, like riding horses through the rainforest, rock climbing, caving, and swimming under gorgeous tropical waterfalls. Although riding horseback to destinations difficult to see from a vehicle is their specialty, MET also offers a wide variety of vacation packages catering to those who don't wish to ride. Guests can visit the Maya sites of Caracol, Xunantunich, and others traveling by 4x4 SUV's. Birders are often blown away by the amount of tropical birds seen in and around the grounds of MET. Caving enthusiasts can spend every day exploring different caves, many of which still contain relics of ancient Mayan underground ceremonies. Day trips to Tikal in Guatemala are also available. Packages can be customized to meet special needs and desires.

The Cabanas are thatched-roof cottages with comfortable beds, private baths, and hot and cold water. The cabanas do not have electricity and are lit at night by kerosene lamps and candlelight. Free wi-fi and electricity for charging electronics is available in the Cantina, which is the dining room/bar/lounge, the area where guests hang out and meet other guests from around the world.

Contact us now to plan your customized vacation. Also, inquire about family packages and children's activities.

We can accommodate student groups and family holidays. Let us help you plan your unforgettable Belizean vacation.