Tabacon Thermal River Since 1968 the Arenal Volcano has lain dormant on the surface but underneath, hot magma still churns at astonishing temperatures. As temperatures build, excess heat needs to be released to keep the volcano from violently exploding and nature has found the best way to release it; thermal springs. Dozens of nice resorts …
Arenal Volcano Hiking Trails, La Fortuna, Costa Rica La Fortuna is a must for any traveler to Costa Rica. The little town in the Alajuela Province, boasts a multitude of activities for budget and luxurious travelers alike. (Check out La Fortuna Waterfall and Tabacon River Hot Springs). For the active and athletic, Arenal Volcano National Park is …
Catarata (Waterfall) Rio Fortuna, Costa Rica If you ever find yourself in the area of La Fortuna or Arenal, Costa Rica, I highly recommend a visit to Catarata Rio Fortuna or La Fortuna Waterfall. Just a few miles outside of La Fortuna, it’s easily reached within minutes by car, taxi or if you’re feeling adventurous …
Arriving in San Jose, Costa Rica Before I backpacked through Costa Rica and began planning my trip, I had difficulty finding a cohesive guide for backpackers. After sorting through several websites, talking with friends that had been before and even figuring it out as I went, I decided to do my best to create a …
Backpackers & Budget Travelers Guide to Costa Rica Before I backpacked through Costa Rica and began planning my trip, I had difficulty finding a cohesive guide for backpackers. After sorting through several websites, talking with friends that had been before and even figuring it out as I went, I decided to do my best to …
St. Croix has tons to offer for tourists and travelers alike (See: St. Croix Bucket List). A mere 22 miles in length and 7 miles in width, the island contains many resorts and stunning beaches. Along the northern coast of the island from Christiansted towards the west, the geography is quite hilly. Hidden within the hills …
If you ever find yourself on a cruise to the Bahamas that stops in Freeport, you’ll probably end up wondering what there is to do there. After all, I recently found myself in the same predicament while on a cruise with some friends for spring break. I’ve been to the Bahamas several times before on …
Rock Springs Nestled in the lush landscapes of Apopka, just northwest of Orlando, lies a beautiful and natural lazy river. Rock Springs in Kelly Park is the best tubing spot in the area. Less than an hour drive from the heart of Orlando, Kelly Park should be on everyone’s Florida Bucket List. If you don’t …
I recently returned home from a week long trip on beautiful St. Croix. It was a wonderful experience that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a tropical getaway. We met some amazing people and experienced such raw beauty all over the island. If you’ve never been or are a repeat visitor, continue reading …
This list reflects all the things I’ve either done on St. Croix or would recommend others to do. If this doesn’t inspire you to book a trip try reading Why St. Croix Should be Your Next Vacation. Stroll along the boardwalk in Christiansted Jump off the Frederiksted Pier Take a walk along Sandy Point National …