A tourist provides an incredible economic boost to the places they visit. Sometime with their best intentions, tourism can lead to harmful effects to the local environment. Of course, this isn't news as many headlines have noted the concern of overtourism. Unfortunately, very few places (cities, historical sites, national parks, and the list goes on)… Continue reading Our Footprints of Travel and The Impact
Earth day is fast approaching and during each trip we see many animals. The little critters we come across can be someone's pet, a poor stray one, or an exotic creature that requires a second or third glance. The first photo is one of my favorites from our trip to Costa Rica. The bulging eyes… Continue reading Animals Across the Globe
Happy National Bird Day! January 5th marks the Avian Welfare Coalition's campaign to celebrate the flying creatures that share the world with us. I am adding some images of the birds seen throughout my travels to mark today's celebration of birds in the wild. Hope you enjoyed....
The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is a must see visit during your stay in Santa Elena. It will astound visitors with its beauty, bounty and great amount biodiversity. Wind-sculpted elfin woodlands give way to rainforests where tall trees, covered with orchids, bromeliads, ferns, vines, and mosses. All of which are green… Continue reading Costa Rica-Monteverde
We stayed in the small, but very activity town of La Fortuna within site of Arenal Volcano-a must---if the clouds float away? La Fortuna Suites, ran by Ian and his girlfriend Amanda is a wonderful B & B just a few minutes walk from the hustle and bustle of La Fortuna. Ian is the best… Continue reading Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano Area
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