Oh, The Amazing Places You’ll Go!

January 12, 2012 - Written by NomadicMatt
 

This month seems to be the month for inspiration, which is fine because it’s the start of a new year so it’s a great time to get motivated and inspired. Once in a while, I come across some really interesting travel videos on the Internet that speak to me in …

The Personal Meaning of Travel

September 23, 2011 - Written by NomadicMatt
 

Travel means something different to every person in the world. People may have similar reasons for traveling, but they are always just a little different than the next traveler. To me, travel is about freedom. It’s about being able to do anything anytime of the day, any day of …

A Valborg Day Bonfire

May 13, 2011 - Written by NomadicMatt
 

While I was in Sweden, I got to experience Valborg Day, the traditional Swedish welcoming of spring. This day occurs on April 30th and is a time of festivity, food, music, friends, nature, and huge bonfires. In fact, …

Touring a Coffee Plantation in Panama

February 28, 2011 - Written by NomadicMatt
 

I’m not a coffee drinker. I think the last time I had coffee was about three years ago. It’s been so long I’m not really sure. But I know it was Starbucks. I only drink them. Why? Because with all the flavors, milk, and whip cream they add to my …

Cahuita National Park

January 24, 2011 - Written by NomadicMatt
 

The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica is usually dominated by two places: the amazon like jungle of Torteugero in the north and the party beach paradise of Puerto Viejo in the south. But traveling the Caribbean coast, there was one place I liked best: Cahuita. About an hour north of …