Having come a long way in just a short amount of time, the history of tourism in Belize is a fascinating topic. Natural disasters and, more recently, climate change, remain significant threats to the sustainability of Belize’s tourism industry. The tourism industry is overseen by the Ministry of Tourism and the Belize Tourism Board. Belize’s Tourism DrawsBelize’s key attractions for tourists are the beautiful tropical beaches, its rich ecology, and the country’s cultural history. Although relatively young, the tourism industry in Belize continues to grow with each passing year.