‘Sunset is still my favorite color, and rainbow is second.’ ― Mattie Stepanek Within minutes of arriving in San Juan del Sur, I felt a sense of familiarity, almost like I’d been here before. And in some cases I had. Reminiscent of…
Costa Rica: Pura Vida & Pura Amor
One of the hottest travel destinations in all of Latin America, it’s easy to see why Costa Rica has been drawing an influx of travelers for well over a decade now. Raw and rugged rainforests, stunning white sand beaches, and an…
Five Reasons to Fall in Love With Guatemala
Oh, Guatemala. You are one of the most lovely and dynamic gems of all of Latin America, but yet, you are so grossly underrated. There is so much to see and do in your beautiful country: from colorful colonial cities to lively and…
Four Hours in Panama City
My best friend Amy, my once traveling partner many years ago (come travel with me again, Big A!), likes to say When life gives you eggs, make eggnog. Some say Amy is a true genius…a wealth of knowledge if you…
a-Slippin’ a-Slidin’ a-‘Spelunkin’
We traveled to Honduras with our dear friends, Kelby and Gretchen, many moons ago. If you’re looking for an adventurous, beautiful, nearby (if you live in the States, that is), and affordable country, then Honduras just might be the perfect…
Granada: Passing with Flying Colors
My love affair with Central America began nearly fifteen years ago during a wonderful trip to Guatemala with my best friend, Amy. Since then, I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to return to this amazing region many times…
Don’t Stop Belizeing
Belize you me we loved us some Belize. Sorry, I just couldn’t help myself–way too easy. And yes. More Belize puns are coming. Our trip to Belize was unlike most of our trips in that we stayed in one place the entire…