10 reasons to visit Central America during the rainy season
WHAT IS CENTRAL AMERICA? Central America is the skinny region that connects North America and South America (well, technically it’s on the North American continent). It consists of seven countries: Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.…
From Mexico to Panama: the ultimate guide to diving in Central America
Central America, along with southern parts of Mexico, offers some of the world’s best diving. There’s so much to see! From Panama’s Coiba Islands in the Pacific (the ‘Central American Galapagos’) to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef stretching from Mexico to…
Central America VS Southeast Asia: Where should YOU go backpacking?
So you’re ready to take the plunge – you want to start backpacking! Yay! It’s time to start planning. Maybe you have a finite time to travel? Or maybe you want to travel long-term and see how long you can…
Do I Need to Speak Spanish to Travel in Central America?
Central America is a real adventure. From hiking up volcanoes to exploring the cloud forests or from surfing the Pacific waves to diving in the Caribbean, there’s no shortage of things to do and see. But, like us, you may…
Tortuguero National Park: Your two-day budget-friendly itinerary [2024]
Costa Rica is a gorgeous county, but it can cost-a-lotta to visit! Introducing our guide to Tortuguero on a budget. Here, we’ll show you the best way to spend two jam-packed days in Tortuguero National Park, for less than $80…
Backpacking in your mid-twenties: 6 reasons why Central America is the PERFECT destination.
From adrenaline-fuelled adventures to ancient civilisations, we think Central America is the perfect place to travel in your mid-twenties to thirties!
How to Create Proof of Onward Travel in 2023
Many countries around the world are now requesting proof of onward travel for visitors entering their borders by land, sea or air. This poses an obvious problem for backpackers, long-term travellers, or those who like the freedom of spontaneity. Read…
What do things cost in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica? Many people will say it’s more like Costa lot-ta! Costa Rica translates to ‘The Rich Coast’. Whilst you don’t have to be loaded with money to enjoy its many riches (dreamy golden beaches, vibrant green jungles, abundant wildlife…
Unlocking Costa Rica’s National Park Fees: Your Passport to Conservation
Oof, Costa Rica's National Park fees are expensive! And if you're on a budget, they can really add up. But why are they important? And why should we pay them? These were questions I asked in Costa Rica, and here…
Planting Trees in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has long been celebrated as one of the greenest countries on earth. Praised for its leadership in environmental policy, it’s a wonderful destination for those looking to undertake voluntary work and do some good for our planet. Discover…
