With its laid-back pace, stunning beaches, rugged mountains, lush rainforests, picturesque waterfalls, and lively music scene, it’s easy to see why Jamaica is one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean. The third-largest island in the region, Jamaica has more churches per square mile and more rum bars per capita than anywhere else on […]
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British Virgin Islands Travel Guide
The British Virgin Islands are a picture-perfect paradise. These idyllic islands are home to white-sand beaches, excellent diving and snorkeling, crystal-clear turquoise water, scenic hiking, lots of boating opportunities, and more cheap rum you can handle. However, life here is not just hammocks and piña coladas. From festivals and diving to scenic hiking trails and […]
Nicaragua Travel Guide
Known as the “Land of Lakes and Volcanoes,” Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America. Home to Lake Nicaragua (Central America’s largest lake), beautiful islands, expansive volcanic terrain, mangrove swamps, ethereal cloud forests, and tropical rainforests, Nicaragua is a stunning destination with tons of things to see and do — no matter your interests. […]
The Best Places to Visit in Costa Rica
Last Updated: 2/22/24 | February 22nd, 2024 Costa Rica is one of the most visited countries in Central America. American tourists have been flocking to the country for years, and it’s become a hot spot for retirees and expats due to its cheap living, great weather, amazing beaches, and friendly locals. I love Costa Rica. […]
I Didn’t Like Curaçao (But I Didn’t Hate it Either)
Posted: 09/19/2013 | September 19th, 2013 The oil refinery I saw on the way to my apartment rental in Curaçao was a harbinger of things to come. The Caribbean conjures up images of white sand beaches, palm trees, coral reefs, and tropical drinks. This summer, I planned to travel much of the Caribbean (spoiler alert: […]
Santa Marta (and North Colombia) Travel Guide
Founded in 1525, Santa Marta was the first place the Spanish settled in Colombia. Today, it remains a busy port and one of the top places for Colombians to vacation. It’s also the gateway to some amazing destinations along the Caribbean coast. Most people who backpack through the city do so on their way to […]
My 16 Favorite Things to Do in the Virgin Islands
Last Updated: 8/17/23 | August 17th, 2023 Two of the most-visited destinations in the Caribbean, the US and British Virgin Islands were what I expected them to be: white sand beaches, excellent diving and snorkeling, turquoise crystal-clear water, scenic hiking, lots of boating opportunities, and heavily poured rum drinks. I spent a month traveling the […]
How to Visit Costa Rica’s Cahuita National Park
Updated: 3/17/21 | March 17th, 2021 The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica is usually dominated by two places: the Amazon-like jungle of Tortuguero 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. Located an hour north of Puerto […]
Honduras Travel Guide
Home to biodiverse jungles, ancient Mayan Ruins, and vast national parks brimming with wildlife, Honduras has a lot to offer budget travelers. There’s a plethora of stuff to do and it’s one of the cheapest countries in Central America. Unfortunately, owing to its violent past, it often gets glossed over for more polished Central American […]
Cartagena Travel Guide
Cartagena is a perfectly preserved colonial town on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. During the narco heydays, Cartagena was considered the only “safe” spot in Colombia for tourists. It was where foreigners vacationed, cruise ships docked, and wealthy Colombians built their vacation homes. Today, this colorful colonial city remains one of the most popular destinations for tourists […]
Bermuda Travel Guide
Bermuda is the oldest British colony in the world, and its turquoise waters, pink beaches, and pastel-colored mansions make it one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean (it’s technically in the North Atlantic but everyone always assumes it’s a Caribbean island). Thanks to questionable tax and banking laws, Bermuda is home to lots […]
Bahamas Travel Guide
Postcard-perfect beaches, crystalline waters, and a plethora of resorts make the Bahamas a popular destination for millions of tourists every year — especially vacationing Americans and cruisers. Composed of 700 islands, of which 31 are inhabited, the Bahamas offers more than just upscale resorts. There’s a huge range of historical, cultural, and natural attractions in […]