There are a lot of advantages to an island getaway. You get to enjoy sun-tanning sessions on white-sand beaches, massages in calming spas, and indulgent meals on patios overlooking the Pacific Ocean at sunset. You also get to explore the crystal-clear waters of the world’s oceans. During your afternoons spent snorkelling, diving, or embarking on […]
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Best Destinations to Brush Up Your Spanish
Buenos dias! Thinking of adding a different layer to your extended South America or Spain vacation by brushing up on your Spanish? Here are some of the best countries for prospective Spanish learners who still want a great Globetrotting adventure. While we’ve estimated rough “rankings” based on advice from Spanish teachers and schools, your perfect […]
Jungles, Beaches, and Ruins: The Appeal of Central America Tours
Transoceanic travel might be more popular than ever nowadays, but don’t underestimate the appeal of exploring countries a little closer to home. Just to the south of the United States, there are countries inviting you to visit on Central America tours, tempting you with long beaches, sunny climates, and affordable prices. Central America is covered […]
Stretching the Adventure with Sustainable Tourism Destinations
When does tourism become a two-edged sword? Ask cities like Venice, Barcelona, and Prague. While these are great destinations every Globetrotter should visit at least once in their lifetime, anyone who’s been in high season can testify to the crowds that swarm in. Such popularity can have a fraying effect, both on local tempers and […]
Up, Up, and Away on a Hot Air Balloon Ride
A hot air balloon ride will not only provide you with an exciting and unforgettable travel experience but you will also see your destination from a totally different perspective. This is not hot air I am talking here. Well, yes I am, of course, but in a hopefully interesting way. If you have never experienced […]
RECIPE: Chorreadas (Costa Rican Corn Pancakes)
The holiday season is a great time for gathering family to the breakfast table – whether it be a Christmas, New Year’s, or weekend brunch. When time permits, it almost becomes an event in itself, as loved ones laugh and chat together over the most important meal of the day – which usually includes a […]
Green Season Fun in Costa Rica
Take your “pura vida” experience to the next level with a green season Costa Rica vacation. The green (rainy) season runs from May to mid-November, bringing fewer crowds, lower rates, and abundant wildlife. Sunshine is still on offer despite afternoon rains, and higher rivers bring bigger rapids for whitewater rafting adventures. Many travellers shy away […]
Ecotourism Destinations: Central and South America (Part 1)
It would probably take volumes to write about all the ecotourism destinations in Central and South America, so let’s just look at a selection of countries where ecotourism is deemed important. Also let’s consider a few interesting facts about this part of the world to try to put it into perspective in relation to ecotourism. There […]
Why You Should Self-Drive in Costa Rica
Costa Rica, a paradise of biodiversity, is fast becoming the hottest destination for global eco-tourists who love the laid-back “pura vida” vibe of this welcoming country. Where else can you wander deep into a tropical rainforest one afternoon and soak in hot springs overlooking a volcano the next? Don’t forget the fabulous array of luxurious seaside hotels, […]
Explore Costa Rica from Behind the Wheel
Costa Rica is without doubt one of the most popular and most accessible destinations within Central America. A short hop from Miami or Houston, and not that far from other cities across North America, Costa Rica is a compact country that offers a bit of everything. From soft adventure, pristine wildlife, abundant rainforest, and virgin […]
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