Costa Rica Beach Sand Colors: Exploring the Vibrant Palette

Costa Rica Beach Sand Colors: Exploring the Vibrant Palette

[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]You may wonder as you see the many beaches here in Costa Rica what causes the many different colors of sand. Here is a great explanation of the...

Enchantment of Waterfalls: Why Do They Amaze Us?

Enchantment of Waterfalls: Why Do They Amaze Us?

[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_column_text]"Nature's Majestic Wonder" There's something utterly enchanting about these majestic wonders of nature that ignites an unparalleled excitement within us. It's the harmonious symphony of crashing water as it descends to...

Packing for Costa Rica: Your Essential Guide to a Tropical Getaway

Packing for Costa Rica: Your Essential Guide to a Tropical Getaway

[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_column_text]If you're planning a tropical getaway to Costa Rica, you're in for a treat. The country boasts stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and diverse wildlife that make it a top destination for adventure seekers, nature lovers,...

Explore Escazú: Urban Convenience & Natural Beauty in Costa Rica

Explore Escazú: Urban Convenience & Natural Beauty in Costa Rica

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Escazú offers a fantastic city experience that seamlessly combines modern amenities with a touch of natural beauty. Nestled in the mountains just outside of the capital city, San José, Escazú is known for its upscale...

Costa Rica’s Soulful Escape

Costa Rica’s Soulful Escape

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]As you delve deeper into the heart of Costa Rica, allow yourself to be enchanted by the kaleidoscope of experiences that await. Venture to the misty cloud forests, where emerald foliage shrouded in ethereal mist creates...

Adventures with Deals In Costa Rica

Adventures with Deals In Costa Rica

From dozens of meters below the Pacific to the 3,821 meters of Cerro Chirripó...so many adventures packed into this small country! Costa Rica, often referred to as the "Switzerland of Central America," is a haven for adventurers seeking thrilling experiences amidst...

Around the World in 40 Days

Around the World in 40 Days

Watch for more installments of this special Howler series  I chase total eclipses of the sun, and I also love birdwatching, traveling all over the world to photograph both. In 2020, as the COVID pandemic raged, our scheduled trip to southern Chile and Patagonia for an...

So You Want to Fly Around the World?

So You Want to Fly Around the World?

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Back in the day, when I was working, I had a speaking tour with stops from London to Kuala Lumpur, SIngapore, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. The company booked my travel using a “Round the World” ticket.  Yes, you can...