From law to luxury: Daniel Lighter's journey to Belize
Discover how Daniel Lighter transitioned from law in the city of Montreal to building two iconic luxury resorts in Belize.
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Discover how Daniel Lighter transitioned from law in the city of Montreal to building two iconic luxury resorts in Belize.
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From law to leisure: How it all began
“People often ask, ‘How did you even think of doing this?’ It just happened,” Lighter recalls. The story starts in the year 2000 when personal tragedy struck. “We lost a baby, my sister passed away, and my marriage ended. It was a tough time.” Facing his first Christmas alone, he decided to distract himself with a week of scuba diving. Belize seemed off the beaten path, so he booked a flight to the island of Ambergris Caye without even knowing its exact location. ADVERTISEMENT On arriving, he found the translucent blue waters and rustic charm captivating. “It was quiet, very third-world, and the town of San Pedro had sand streets. It was tacos, barbecue chicken, and a beer. I loved it,” says