According to our sources, one of the following well-known entertainers, Pilar Montenegro or Pablo Montero, could be the international superstar, headlining this year's event. The ex-Garibaldi (Mexican singing group), Pilar Montenegro, has received rave reviews for both her singing and acting careers. She has played lead roles in Mexican soap operas such as "Acapulco Cuerpo y Alma," and her top hit single "Quitame ese hombre," has placed her among the most popular Latin singers.

    For the ladies, Pablo Montero is sure to entertain with his gallant appearance, amiable personality and romantic voice. He has also played major roles in Mexican soap operas such as "Vivo por Elena," "Abrazame muy fuerte," and most recently, "Rebecca." Pablo Montero has also stolen the hearts of many fans with his Mariachi-style music and romantic ballads such as "Hay otra en tu lugar." This singer/actor has performed Mexican "Rancheras" (love ballads) as far away as China when he accompanied Mexican President Vicente Fox to that country. The trumpets also echoed in the White House last year when Pablo Montero was invited to perform for US President George W. Bush Jr.

    Once again, El Salvador, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and of course, Belize are expected to be represented at this event which brings together the cultural and musical diversity of the Mundo Maya countries. Another much-anticipated feature of the festival is the ever- glamorous Reina de la Costa Maya Pageant. Beautiful women from each of the participating countries will vie for this prestigious title. Miss Belize Leilah Pandy, (the first Belizean to capture this title) is the current Reina de la Costa Maya. Unless other duties prevent her from attending, Miss Pandy will be present at this four-day event.

    The San Pedro Sun will publish more details of the 2004 International Costa Maya Festival as they become available.