Category: Central America

Central America, Vegan and Vegetarian Travel

Tocumen International Airport, Panama City: Where to Eat During Long Layovers for Vegetarians and Vegans

Tocumen International Airport is big and modern. It’s gotta be one of the busiest airports in Central America – if not the busiest. There are lots of stores such as Adidas, Dolce & Gabbana ads everywhere and of course, Duty Free shops where one can buy more alcohol and chocolate than you’d ever consume. Upstairs, the airport has a big food court.  The good news … Continue reading Tocumen International Airport, Panama City: Where to Eat During Long Layovers for Vegetarians and Vegans

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Central America, Travel Lessons

Getting Off the Beaten Path in the Dominican Republic

Most people who visit the Dominican Republic fly directly in and out of Punta Cana and never visit the rest of the country. Most people are unaware of the rich history of the country and the historical sites such as Alcázar de Colón in the country’s capitol, Santa Domingo. This was the home of Diego Columbus, Christopher Columbus’s first-born, gifted to him from the Spanish King … Continue reading Getting Off the Beaten Path in the Dominican Republic

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The Experience Driving from San Jose International Airport to Arenal Volcano (La Fortuna), Costa Rica

Before I get into driving from San Jose International Airport to La Fortuna, let me provide some context. I was traveling with my husband and we flew in on a red eye flight from San Francisco via Los Angeles. We arrived in Costa Rica at about 7am…so we were tired but also super excited to start our Costa Rica holiday! Also, really I’m describing the … Continue reading The Experience Driving from San Jose International Airport to Arenal Volcano (La Fortuna), Costa Rica

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Central America

Deciding Where To Travel: Panama, Costa Rica or Belize?

I’ve seen a lot of people ask this question on TripAdvisor and I debated a lot about this too, when I was planning my trips. Belize, Panama and Costa Rica all seem very similar especially due to their proximity to one another. Now that I’ve been to all 3 countries, I feel more equipped to help people understand the differences and similarities amongst them, in … Continue reading Deciding Where To Travel: Panama, Costa Rica or Belize?

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Central America

Everything You Need to Know About The ATM Cave, Belize

Hi everyone, I’m back today to talk about the ATM cave in the Cayo District of Belize. I recently went on this truly unique adventure and left feeling completely exhilarated! I have to be honest. We went to Belize for Christmas and New Year. Earlier in the year we went to Costa Rica. At that time we were debating between Costa Rica and Belize and … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About The ATM Cave, Belize

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Central America

Things To Do on Caye Caulker For The “Outliers”

Like many people whenever I go on vacation, I do some research beforehand – things to do, sites to see, where to stay, places to eat etc. My recent trip to Caye Caulker was no different. I went on TripAdvisor. I read blogs. And there were two items in the “Things To Do” lists that appeared in almost all of the articles that I came across: … Continue reading Things To Do on Caye Caulker For The “Outliers”

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Central America, Vegan and Vegetarian Travel

Where To Eat In San Ignacio For Vegans and Vegetarians: Review of Guava Limb Cafe, San Ignacio, Belize and more!

In December 2017, right after Christmas my husband and I were in San Ignacio, Belize. We read about the Chaa Creek-owned restaurant Guava Limb and so glad we tried it out! The restaurant is incredibly charming! It’s a house that’s been converted into a restaurant with inviting blue and green hues. There’s indoor as well as covered outdoor seating, upstairs and downstairs. We sat upstairs … Continue reading Where To Eat In San Ignacio For Vegans and Vegetarians: Review of Guava Limb Cafe, San Ignacio, Belize and more!

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How To Get To Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker

All international flights arrive into the Belize City airport Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE). After you clear customs which took us all of 15 minutes, you collect your bags and off you go. Most tourists go 1 of three ways: head to the islands (San Pedro, Ambergris Caye or Caye Caulker) head to San Ignacio head east to Placencia, Dangriga, Hopkins During my visit … Continue reading How To Get To Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker

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Central America

Photos from Starfish Beach, Panama

Starfish Beach or Playa Estrella is on the less exposed side of Isla Colón. It’s the perfect place to claim your own little section of paradise and have a picnic and enjoy the calm turquoise waters. The beach is shaped like a Bay and doesn’t catch any swell so the ocean is yours to frolic, wade, and relax in. I loved all the Starfish but … Continue reading Photos from Starfish Beach, Panama

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