Panama is one of those countries that you don’t normally think to go to but every time you do you’re thrilled you went. I just went for my 4th time and had a really great experience staying in Casco Viejo-the old city. Modern Panama City is like a mix of Miami and Dubai in terms […]
3 Days at the Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort in Costa Rica
July 5, 2017 by 6 Comments
Costa Rica is one of my favorite countries on Earth. I have spent more time than I can recall in Costa Rica and have seen every corner of the country from my first trip way back almost 20 years ago. Costa Rica has changed a lot in the last 2 decades and the influence of […]
5 Awesome Places to See in Nicaragua
April 2, 2016 by 10 Comments
I went to Central America for the first time in early 2001. With the low costs, beautiful beaches, hot weather, nice locals and interesting expats-I was hooked quickly to the lure of Central America. Back in 2003, I did a massive overland backpacking trip with my friends from Panama to Mexico and every country in […]
Day Trip to Tikal, Guatemala
April 14, 2015 by 2 Comments
The ancient temple complex of Tikal is my favorite site in the ancient Mayan world. I went for the first time in 2003 during a multiple month overland trip from Panama City, Panama to Mexico through all of Central America. I was super excited to take a day trip to Tikal, Guatemala from San Ignacio, […]
Cruising for Wildlife in Costa Rica
November 20, 2012 by 18 Comments
A lot of people associate Costa Rica with wildlife. They would be correct. Costa Rica has some of the best and most accessible wildlife of any country in the Americas. You can go on a variety of wildlife viewing tours or even a canopy tour but for my money, the best way to see wildlife […]
Costa Rica’s Rincon de la Vieja National Park
November 19, 2012 by 28 Comments
Guanacaste has changed a lot since I was last in Northern Costa Rica in 2003. The main city of Liberia has grown exponentially in that time. A brand spanking new airport has just opened up. Bringing with it more flights and more tourists from the United States and beyond. Tourism is big business in Costa […]
In Search of Captain Morgan
July 25, 2012 by 25 Comments
As a travel writer with a popular travel blog and some other national outlets, I get a lot of offers and calls to go on press trips. I very rarely accept them. I don’t like being on someone else’s schedule and I don’t like feeling obligated to do something in return for a free trip […]
3 Best Things to do in Panama City
July 14, 2012 by 19 Comments
East meets west in Panama City, literally. The city is the crossroads of the world and a true hub of International trade. The Panama Canal has brought great riches to Panama City. It is by far the most vibrant and wealthiest city in all of Central America. Massive glass tower skyscrapers adorn the 20 miles […]
3 Best Places to See Around Panama City
July 12, 2012 by 19 Comments
Panama City is the most cosmopolitan city in Central America. It is the major air hub of the region and has the best nightlife, restaurants, etc. However, no trip to Panama is complete without checking out other areas of the country. There are several day trips you can take to great and interesting places right […]
Ambergris Caye
March 30, 2012 by 8 Comments
Ambergris Caye is one of those types of places that are just timeless. I first visited in 2003 and spent 3 awesome days there. Fast forward 9 years and I spent another 3 awesome days. A lot had changed but most still remains the same. Ambergris retains its charm and stunning natural beauty while only […]
