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SUSTAINABLE ADVENTURES AND BUDGET-FRIENDLY TRAVEL TIPS

  • 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.…

    By Alice
  • 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…

    By Alice
  • The Ultimate Guide to Diving in Cozumel, Mexico

    This guide to diving in Cozumel will explain everything you need to know about diving in Cozumel, Mexico. From finding the right company to booking a dive trip, and including guidelines for ethical diving, what to bring and other activities…

    By Alice
  • Getting your SCUBA diving Open Water Certification on a budget: the ULTIMATE guide for savvy travellers

    It’s definitely not a budget hobby, but diving isn’t as expensive as you might think. If you want to get started on what is (in my opinion) the greatest hobby ever, here’s everything you need to know to get your…

    By Alice
  • How to see bioluminescence without a tour in Isla Holbox, Mexico

    Visiting Holbox in Mexico? Want to see the bioluminescence? Let me show you how to see the magical bioluminescence in Isla Holbox without a tour – 100% free! WHAT IS BIOLUMINESCENCE? Bioluminescence is defined as ‘the production and emission of…

    By Alice
  • 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…

    By Alice
  • 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…

    By Alice
  • Is swimming with whale sharks ethical in Mexico?

    Swimming with whale sharks is a dream for many ocean enthusiasts. But in recent years, overtourism at popular whale shark gathering sites, such as Isla Holbox in Mexico, has raised concerns about the impact of tourists on these gentle giants.…

    By Alice
  • 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!

    By Alice
  • 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…

    By Alice
  • Chicken Buses in Central America: The Ultimate Guide

    One of the most unique and vibrant experiences you can have while travelling through Central America is hopping on a ‘chicken bus’.  This unique form of transportation –  only called ‘chicken buses’ by tourists – has been around for decades.…

    By Alice

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