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LUNCHEON WITH COSTA MAYA DELEGATES 2017

On Friday, July 28, 2017, Mayor Daniel Guerrero and Councilors had a luncheon at Secret Paradise, located at Secret Beach, with all eight contestants vying for the title of Miss Intl. Costa Maya 2017 and the Reigning Miss Costa Maya from Honduras.

The Mayor and Councilors had the opportunity to converse with all eight participating contests and the reigning queen.

Participating countries are: Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and of course, Belize.

Thank you Secret Paradise for hosting us and the Costa Maya delegates!

Official Photo Shoot at Central Park, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye Island, Belize by Jose Luis Zapata Photography.

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"The International Costa Maya Festival Committee regrets to inform the public that reigning Miss Costa Maya, Gabriella Vanessa Salazar Valle has had to return to her home country in Honduras due to an unforeseen change in plans. "

Costa Maya Delegates Cultural presentation and Saga Fundraiser

The eight lovely Costa Maya contestants delighted a large crowd during their Cultural Dress Presentation at the Palapa Bar and Grill. Each of the beauty ambassadors, from Belize, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama, proudly modeled and introduced to the audience their cultural outfits. The event also included a fundraiser in favor of San Pedro's Saga Humane Society. Saga also held raffles, and lucky winners won fabolous prizes during the event.

The journey to the title of Reina de la Costa Maya culminates tonight, Thursday, August 3rd, when the pageant takes place and a new Queen is chosen. The pageant will be held at the Honourable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex. Everyone is invited to come out and experience the international pageant and support their favourite candidate!

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Miss Costa Maya / Saga Humane Society fundraiser

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Miss Costa Maya National Costume Preliminary Competition took place at Palapa Bar & Grill Wednesday afternoon, as part of Saga Humane Society Fundraiser. Here's a glimpse of what to expect on Pageant Night, tonight Thursday, August 3.

Day 9 Pageant Delegate Activities and Moments

Moments from Day Two with the Costa Maya Pageant Delegates

Good luck to Miss Michelle Estrella Nunez who is representing Belize at the Costa Maya pageant on San Pedro tonight, August 3rd, 2017.

I want to thank my country and my home town San Pedro for all the love and support. It means so much reading all your comments! I smile so big at each and every post! I'm asking for prayers today from you all! I can't do this without the one above! Love and Kisses xoxo -

Michelle N.



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Mayor Daniel Guerrero and the San Pedro Town Council would like to wish the best of luck to all the contestants vying for the title of Reina de la Costa Maya 2017! They are all already winners! Special mention goes out to Michelle Estrella Nu�ez for representing us well so far and we know she will do outstanding tonight.

We take this opportunity to welcome everyone to the 25th Anniversary of the Intl. Costa Maya Festival 2017! Come and enjoy everything the committee has put together for everyone's entertainment! Kudos to the organizing committee for taking their time and putting all their effort in such magnitude event!

Miss Belize Michelle Nu�ez is Reina de la Costa Maya 2017-18!

A night of beauty, glamour and cultural pride initiated the 2017 International Costa Maya Festival on Thursday, August 3rd at the Honorable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex. Eight lovely ladies representing the Central American countries and Mexico vied for the title of Reina de La Costa Maya 2017-18. At the end of the largest pageant held in Belize, it was Miss Belize's Michelle Estrella Nu�ez who charmed the judges and captured the crown and title.

One by one, the eight beauties took the stage in stunningly elegant gowns. Demonstrating grace and beauty, each charmed the audience. After each contestant had displayed their evening gowns, it was time for the most difficult segment of the night: the Question and Answer segment. Questions ranging from global issues to human rights, each delegate eloquently answered. As the ladies retreated, judges were tasked with selecting a winner.

The contestants took to the stage and eagerly awaited the final decision. Taking the award for Best National Costume was Miss Belize, Michelle Nu�ez, while the second runner-up title went to Miss Miss Nicaragua Danielle Nicole Hodgson Joseph. Miss Panama Maria Fernanda Jaspe took the title of first runner-up. Finally, the winner was announced, after a little bit of teasing from MC Eiden Salazar Jr.! Taking the 2017-2018 crown, title and honor of being Miss Costa Maya was Miss Belize Michelle Nu�ez. The crowd erupted in applause and cheers as Michelle was crowned.

Miss Belize Michelle Nu�ez takes the crown!

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Miss Costa Maya Pageant 2017, 3.5 hours

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The Costa Maya Pageant National Costume Competition
Belize, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama - The eight contestants of the Miss Costa Maya Pageant partook in the preliminary competition held at Palapa Bar and Grill. They presented and modeled their national costumes to the crowd that had also gathered to support Saga. The Humane Society held a fundraiser for the animal shelter.

The Cultural Segment of the Reina de la Costa Maya was spectacular!, 7.5min. video

The eight lovely ladies competing in the 2017 Reina de la Costa Maya Pageant outdid themselves during the Cultural Costume Segment!

2017 Costa Maya International Festival
This 4-day festival features delegate beauties and musical artists from Belize and its regional neighbors.

Miss Belize Michelle Nunez Captures Miss Costa Maya 2017 Crown
Since the first time she stepped on stage to compete for the title of Miss San Pedro in 2014, Michelle Estrella Nu�ez has had the support of her humble town, San Pedro. In 2016 she represented Belize in the Miss America Latina del Mundo pageant, gaining even more experience and growing her fan base to include the rest of the county. Last night Belize was rooting for their queen and they were not disappointed. Michelle took to the stage with admirable confidence and portrayed the best version of herself in her smile, in her walk and in her words. Her vision for empowering the young women of our community was evident even in the presentation of her cultural costume. She personified the Mayan Godess of Fertility, Motherhood and the Moon, Ix Chel, in a vibrant ensemble that embodied the feminine light she dreams of seeing in all Belizean women.

Yipppeeee YES! YES! YES!..... Great Job everyone..... This young lady truly deserves the crown.... Her everyday life reflects what all humans should aspire to be..... From her selfless acts in our small town to her creation and continued involvement in SHINE..... Michelle you are an incredible young lady......

Congratulations to Our New Miss Costa Maya International 2017, Michelle Estrella Nu�ez, Miss Belize.

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2017 Costa Maya International Festival

This 4-day festival features delegate beauties and musical artists from Belize and its regional neighbors.

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San Pedrana Reigns over Costa Maya Festival

25th International Costa Maya Festival held on Ambergris Caye
Thursday, August 3rd to Sunday, August 6th saw a celebration of the the 25th International Costa Maya Festival. Held at the Honorable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex, the grand event brought the cultures and traditions of eight countries to one venue through entertainment and dynamic performances. With the aim of bringing much needed business to the island during the slow tourism season, this year's Costa Maya Festival definitely saw an influx of both foreign and national visitors to San Pedro Town. Master and Mistress of Ceremonies Eiden Salazar and Tanya Arceo ensured the event flowed nicely throughout the weekend.

Costa Maya Festival Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Miss Belize Costa Maya, Michelle Nu�ez was crowned Miss Costa Maya 2017 and won Best National Costume while Miss Panama Maria Fernanda Jaspe won first runner up and Miss Nicaragua Danielle Nicole Hodgson Joseph took title of second runner up. Although attendance has been better in previous years at the festival grounds, Ambergris Caye was bustling with activity. Hotels were booked, golf cart rentals were exhausted, restaurants and bars were busy as the island filled up with visitors wanting to enjoy the popular weekend on Ambergris Caye. The festival was created to fill the gap of low activity on the island during the slow season.