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Travel Stories | 1 year on the road | My year in review

I made it to a year on the road! Today it is officially 1 year since I got on a one-way flight to Guatemala. So, to celebrate her is my 2017 year in review. I would like to say that the whole year has been plain sailing, but that would be a lie, I have most definitely
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What’s In My Bag | Packing Advice for Central America

If you are planning a trip to Central America you are probably wondering what you should pack? Geographically pretty large, the climate in Central America varies substantially across each country. Although it is generally warm you will also need some warm clothes and waterproofs especially if you are planning on visiting any of the main
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How to survive on long bus rides in Central America

After almost 6 months in Central America, I have learned a thing or two about how to survive on long bus rides. Some have been hell, and some have been merely a bad dream. Although sitting on a bus for long periods of time to cross borders might not seem like most people’s idea of
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Costa Rica Guides – How to get to La Fortuna from San Jose Airport

Planning your trip to Costa Rica? If you decide that you want to go straight to La Fortuna (and you should because it’s amazing) then read on for my guide to getting there from San Jose Airport. The Cheap Way As I’m sure you can appreciate the cheapest way isn’t always the easiest. Although this
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Things to do in Costa Rica – Mistico Park in La Fortuna

Planning a trip to Costa Rica? If you are, and you are an adventurous traveler, you will be planning on visiting La Fortuna and the Arenal Volcano area. You will be spoilt for choice for activities, and overwhelmed for things to do in La Fortuna making it hard to choose what to do! One thing I’m sure of is that a trip to Mistico Park needs to be in your plan.
Planning a trip to Costa Rica? If you are, and you are an adventurous traveler, you will be planning on visiting La Fortuna and the Arenal Volcano area. You will be spoilt for choice for activities, and overwhelmed for things to do in La Fortuna making it hard to choose what to do! One thing
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Where to stay in Costa Rica – Lost Iguana Resort

Where to stay in Costa Rica - Lost Iguana Resort
Costa Rica is one of those destinations people dream of. Lost Iguana Resort in La Fortuna is the place you want to stay during your dream! I only had a few short days in Costa Rica and for me, La Fortuna was an easy choice. Set amongst the backdrop of Arenal Volcano it’s easy to
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