Bright sunshine. Warm ocean. Sweet pineapples. If that sounds like your idea of vacation, then Playa Samara Costa Rica is for you. This small town on the Nicoya Peninsula offers a tropical getaway without the sky-high prices you’ll find in overdeveloped resort areas farther north. That means you get all of the bliss without the price tag (and without the generic sterility that all-inclusives often
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Best Volcanoes in Central America, as Ranked by a Volcano Junkie
Nothing gets your heart racing like the feeling of being on an active volcano. I’m fascinated by all things geothermal, one of the reasons that both Guatemala and Nicaragua make my list of favorite countries. With steam, smoke, lava, and sometimes scary rumbles, there’s a lot to explore. I’ve tried more than my fair share of volcano tours — some amazing, and some just okay.
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Hanging With the Sloths in Costa Rica
Despite my love for Central America, I haven’t been to Costa Rica yet. Based on this story, I need to add another destination to my wishlist. Please welcome Sky of Sky vs World as she shares her story about visiting the Costa Rica Sloth Sanctuary. * * * I sigh in relief as I collapse on the bed – after over 12
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