Apr18
We are so excited to share with you today’s guest interview with Nellie Huang, the editor-in chief and founder of Wild Junket, a world famous travel website and Wild Junket Magazine, a digital flipbook magazine that shares travel experiences and inspires readers on a deeper level. In this interview, Nellie shares her thrill for adventure seeking travel throughout the world!
See below for the interview (NOTE: All images throughout this post are owned by Nellie Huang): Read More | Comments
Mar9
The magic of Costa Rica is the sounds, sights, and smells of nature. Immerse yourself in Costa Rica by staying at one of these eco-friendly hotels, and prepare to be mesmerized by its beauty and simple sophistication. When luxury travel meets nature, both are enhanced.
The jewel in the crown of the lovely Osa Peninsula, Lapa Rios features bamboo bungalows with romantic nets over the bed, private decks, and garden showers. It’s truly a place for newlyweds and lovers, with stunning views of the Golfo Dulce and gourmet meals prepared by local men who bring their culture to the table.
Tiskita Jungle Lodge, Southern Pacific
Known as “the best-kept secret in Costa Rica,” remote Tiskita Jungle Lodge is nestled in the rainforest amid tropical fruit orchards, and it boasts wilderness beaches teeming with wildlife. The cabins are simple yet lavish, the food is flavorful and fresh, and the activities include rainforest hikes, snorkeling, horseback riding, sea fishing, surfing, and bird watching.
Arenas Del Mar Nature and Beach Resort, Central Pacific Coast
A new arrival on the Costa Rica eco-friendly hotel scene, Arenas Del Mar Nature and Beach Resort was the first 100% sustainable development project in Costa Rica. Situated in a wildlife reserve, the resort features three types of accommodations: air-conditioned bedrooms with decks that overlook the rainforest, suites with living areas and private hot tubs, and premium suites with two bathrooms and a spacious deck.
The Iguana Verde Tree House, Southern Caribbean
Located in the Gandoca-Manzanillo wildlife refuge, you’ll find four tree houses owned by the Green Iguana Foundation. Each tree house features two bedrooms, a shower room, and a kitchen. You’ll love the rich hardwood, and your tree house is fully air-conditioned and contains a Jacuzzi and barbecue.
You may be tempted to spend all your time enjoying the views from your treehouse, but you’d be missing the exciting activities surrounding you: surfing, whitewater rafting, yoga, and Cahuita National Park.
Which hotel is your favorite, and why?
Sep19
We recently had the absolute pleasure of interviewing JoAnna Haugen, a former Peace Corps volunteer, full-time freelance writer, copywriter and editor with work published in nearly 40 online and print publications! JoAnna is also the author of one of our favorite travel blogs, Kaleidoscopic Wandering.
See below for our interview, where JoAnna shares all about her adventurous travels (*NOTE: All images in this post are owned and provided by JoAnna Haugen):
1. We absolutely love your travel blog, Kaleidoscopic Wandering. Tell us a little bit about this blog and what you hope site visitors get from reading it.
Kaleidoscopic Wandering is a comprehensive travel blog with travel tips, destination-specific activity and hotel reviews, interviews with travelers and photo essays. I have experienced everything I write about, and all of my travel tips and suggestions come from my own experiences. It isn’t a travelogue or diary but rather a compilation of travel experiences that also provide helpful information. I’m honest with my readers, and my goal is to provide insight beyond what travelers will find in marketing materials or guidebooks.
Jul27
Today’s guest post comes to us from Spencer Spellman, freelance travel writer and author of The Traveling Philosopher blog.
Spencer has recently returned from a long stay in Costa Rica and has written a blog post that focuses on his favorite beaches of Costa Rica.
See below for his Costa Rica beach highlights:
As I’ve traveled, I’ve found in my journeys that there is something universally satisfying about a beautiful beach. While I’m not too sure there’s a “perfect beach,” I’ve set out over the last few weeks to explore Costa Rica in search of the next best thing. In recent years, Costa Rica has established itself as a top destination because of its pristine beaches. Since the winter months are the best time to visit, many travelers around the world head south to experience Costa Rica’s beautiful beaches for themselves. To help you plan for your next trip, I’ve highlighted some of the best beaches in Costa Rica.
Feb4
Image to the left taken from ARC Music website.Known as a cultural melting pot, Costa Rica is one of the most eclectic tropical destinations to visit. As immigration progressed over the years in Costa Rica, various cultural influences transformed the Costa Rican culture. One element that Costa Rica is most noted for is its traditional folk music and dance. Today, visitors to this stunning destination can immerse themselves in the riveting beauty of traditional music and dance, and find inspiration through the beauty of the costumes and passion behind the rhythms.
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Nov26
Congratulations to our blog photo contest winner, Rebecca Mooney of Nashville, TN. We absolutely love her photograph, which was taken from inside a Costa Rican rainforest.
See below for this winning photograph:
Oct15
Traveling green is possible in Costa Rica. If you are concerned with travel and your carbon footprint, there are a variety of tour providers and accommodations that support eco-friendly travel. The Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT) provides all aspects of tourism for Costa Rica including the Certification for Sustainable Tourism program. This 5-leaf award system evaluates hotels and resorts on their balance of luxury amenities they offer with sustainable tourism policies and practices.
Oct12
While traveling en-route from Manuel Antonio to La Fortuna in Costa Rica we stopped to sit awhile and enjoy some coffee. The Espiritu Santo Coffee Plantation is located in the mountains of Naranjo. The people were warm and welcoming just like their gourmet coffee. The 640-acre plantation provides organic coffee to companies in the U.S., Europe, and Costa Rica. Most likely if you like coffee, you’ve drank some of theirs since they supply coffee to popular coffee shops such as Starbucks, Caribu, and, Petes.
