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Seeing the World One Step at a Time

Applying for a New Passport or Renewing a Passport? A few Details to Consider

April 6, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

After traveling for much of the past 20 years, a passport has became a critical part of my travel identity. I remember the anticipation and excitement of when I first applied for a passport. I informed my parents that I would be going to Costa Rica as part of an extra curriculum educational trip related to a biology class at college - my first trip abroad. I did not yet have a passport and this was around when the Internet was still in its … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Costa Rica, Internet, Passport, Shopping Mall

Costa Rica: A Hikers Paradise

January 8, 2020 by Michael ReitermanLeave a Comment

Costa Rica’s reputation as a prime destination for outdoor enthusiasts is well-deserved. While surfing may be the first thing that comes to mind when considering a trip to Costa Rica, one shouldn’t neglect the ample inland beauty. 30% of the land area in this small county is protected by national parks, wildlife refuges, and preserves.  As such, hiking experiences abound, with seemingly endless opportunities to take in the stunning scenery. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Bridges, Costa Rica, Hiking, Hot springs, Lodge, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, National Geographic, National Park, Paradise, Rainforest, Surfing, Volcano, Waterfall, Wildlife

Ticos and Tica – the Culture and Food of Costa Rica

December 30, 2019 by Janet Serra1 Comment

Costa Rica's name, "Rich Coast" was coined by Columbus when he stopped near present-day Limon and saw the indigenous people wearing "golden mirrors around their necks."  As a destination, Costa Rica is rich in cultural and eco-tourism wildlife experiences with the added allure of the beautiful beaches of the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.  Best of all, Costa Rica is only a few short hours away from the East Coast by air. Being from the east … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Beach, Beer, Caribbean, Christmas, Costa Rica, Culture, Food and Wine, Lifestyle, Seafood, Wildlife

3 Cruise Excursions Highlights in the Caribbean

October 24, 2019 by Shridhar KLeave a Comment

Scattered across the cerulean ocean is the Caribbean Islands, and the best time to visit these wonderful islands is from December to April when it’s slightly cooler and less humid. The average temperature is between 24-29°C, which makes these islands the perfect place to spend a few hours when traveling through the Caribbean Sea. Cruise excursions are one of the best ways to admire local destinations when you get off the ship. You could go for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Beach, Bus Travel, Caribbean, Castle, Coffee, Costa Rica, Cruising, Hiking, Ice Cream, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Rainforest, Walking tour, Waterfall, Wildlife

How To Book Cheap Flight With Flight Booking Tips

April 24, 2019 by Frank LonsenLeave a Comment

Air trips are supposed to be costly affairs for common people, due to the expensive prices of flight tickets. So it is best to research online for finding the cheapest air tickets for scheduled flights. There are certain factors that may help in buying the cheapest book cheap flight tickets with Cleartrip and save a lot of money of the passengers. Cheapest days to fly out – It is seen that the weekend flights of all airlines experience … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airline, America, Animal Rescue, Asia, Australia, Beijing, Belgium, California, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Europe, Germany, Hong Kong, Internet, Malaysia, Massachusetts, Mexico, New Zealand, Vietnam

Justin Zackham, Screenwriter, Producer & Traveler

April 1, 2019 by Dave9 Comments

Q. Introduce yourself and tell us about your passions and also some of your personal accomplishments that you are most proud of. Hi, we're the Zackhams - Justin, Katherine, Finn and Cole. We're currently traveling the world, home/worldschooling, and living our Bucket List Life as a family. Justin went to film school at NYU and has since written the screenplays for the hit film "The Bucket List" starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman; … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Afghanistan, Africa, Airport, America, Architecture, Art, Asia, Bakeries, Beach, Britain, California, Canals, Caribbean, Caves, Costa Rica, Culture, Drinking, Europe, Film, Food and Wine

Where to See Active Volcanoes in Costa Rica

March 8, 2019 by The Agape Co.2 Comments

Home to over 200 volcanic structures and 6 active volcanoes, it’s difficult to visit Costa Rica and not see one! Not all of the volcanoes in Costa Rica are the conic shaped ones you see at science fairs, but all are just as mesmerizing as those baking soda experiments. Your trip to Costa Rica isn’t complete without visiting at least one of these famous active volcanoes! Some of the best volcanoes in Costa Rica are easier to get to than others, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airport, Costa Rica, Hiking, National Park, Volcano, Walking tour, Waterfall

5 Top World Adventures for Older Travelers

December 11, 2018 by David Astley3 Comments

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As we travelers and adventurers get older, our bodies no longer let us do everything that we once did. Our stamina declines, our knees get weaker, and we start to suffer ailments that we knew nothing about in our younger years. But our quest for adventure doesn’t go away. So many of us older travelers get frustrated that we can’t do everything that we would like to do. Trekking to Everest base camp or expeditions to Patagonia start to become … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Africa, America, Animal Rescue, Antarctica, Australia, Costa Rica, Cruising, Europe, Everest, Hiking, Iceland, Mountain Climbing, New Zealand, Rainforest, River Rafting, South America, Tanzania, Trekking, Victoria Falls, Waterfall

Top Water Activities to Enjoy and Items to Bring on Your Costa Rica Vacation

April 13, 2018 by Derrick M1 Comment

Many of us are naturally drawn to the water. After all, there's nothing quite like the sense of exhilaration one feels as their boat sails over the waves, or experiencing the sense of peace, stillness, and tranquility that comes from being alone in the sea. Freshwater adventures can also be fantastic, which is why making landfall once in a while during your sailing trip is a good idea. For example, Costa Rica has numerous inland rivers to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Beach, Costa Rica, Drinking, Fashion, Fishing, Restaurants, River Rafting, Rock climbing, Sailing, Sports, Surfing, Volcano, Walking tour, Wildlife

Dave’s Dominica Taxi Service

January 21, 2018 by Dave14 Comments

I must have picked up about 15 people today with my self titled new job on the island, "Dave's Dominica Taxi service". Getting around from place to place is dependent on the generosity of drivers - and this hitch hiking seems like an easy and cheap way to see the island. With bridges still out or damaged from the tropical storm in 2015 - one of the main roads was closed leaving a smaller road through the rainforest as the alternative way to get … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Art, Bridges, Caribbean, Costa Rica, Europe, Hawaii, Hiking, Hitch Hiking, Mountain Climbing, Papua New Guinea, Rainforest, South America, Taxi, Trekking, Wildlife

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