PS - it's probably a better idea to send a list of what is open rather than what is closed, as the closed list is pretty darn long.

Last year Blue Water Grill was open though September and I hope they stay open this season as well.

does anyone know if Fido's and Estelle's are still open?

I always thought as Blue water as a give me . A true Always stay open place
I HOPE THEY STAY OPEN FOR ALL !
But a list of who is open would be wonderful
i know there a lots of borad members who could do that well
lets get some volunteers who live there to share if they would be so kind JMHO..

Fido's and Estel's are both open as of now.

Also, I would greatly appreciate any info on dive shops and day trip operators who will be open next month.

Amigo's is open 226 2706

In truth its the economy in the US and Canada that causes the slow season. The weather here can be great , except for the occasional Storm threat.IMHO planning your vacation with the consideration of a possible hurricane hit is unrealistic... that's not the common opinion but its mine.

Also September in the US/Canada is "back-to-school", fall colors, brisk but beautiful weather -- the last hurrah before the snows and dark days of winter set in.
A relatively lovely time to be in a lot of places up there, even though as Elbert notes, it can be smashingly wonderful here at the same time!

And its Belize Independence Day 21st September which is always a good time

Cool to know. I think Sept is probably the only month I've not been to the island, although I knew it was "maintenance time" for many of the restaurants, tour companies, etc. thanks, folks.