Travel
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Monteverde, Costa Rica: The Ultimate Ziplining Adventure in the Clouds
Monteverde, a misty wonderland perched above the clouds, is where I pushed my limits, screamed my lungs out on a zipline, and fell head over heels for Costa Rica’s adventurous spirit. After adventuring in La Fortuna, I thought I was prepared for what this place had to offer—the breathtaking views, the relentless wind, the adrenaline-pumping…
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Relaxing in La Fortuna: Rainy Days and Hot Springs Adventures
La Fortuna was the next stop on our two-week adventure through Costa Rica, and it didn’t disappoint. If you’re looking for the iconic, cone-shaped volcano that graces many postcards from this country, La Fortuna is the place. If you want to soak in mineral-rich hot springs fed by the nearby Arenal Volcano, this is also…
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Tortuguero, Costa Rica: Canoe Tours, Wildlife, & Hidden Gems
Tortuguero, the “region of turtles”, is one of the most remote places to visit in Costa Rica. It is located on a small sandbar in the uppermost northeastern part of the country, where no roads go. Multiple vehicles are usually required to get here (a car/bus and a water taxi) unless you go the expensive…
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Three Divine Days In Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca was the first stop on a 2-week adventure trip with my friend Laura in Costa Rica. We immediately tried to separate ourselves from the crazy traffic in San Jose and headed to the coast. Along the way, we got to experience how green and wet Costa Rica can be. The roads…
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The Top Ten Things to Do In Death Valley National Park
I feel like Death Valley has a bad rap. When I first told my sister that I had visited the park, she inquired why anyone would desire to go to a place with death in its name. I’ll admit the name may not appeal to the masses. But that’s also part of its appeal for…
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From glaciers to a valley of fire
I happened upon Valley of Fire State Park right outside of Las Vegas, NV after spending 10 incredibly cold days in Alaska chasing the Northern Lights and any way to stay warm without wearing 40 layers of clothing. It truly was an adventure of a lifetime but I was ready to escape to the desert…
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Adventuring in Alaska part 2
Two amazing ladies and I started an adventure in Alaska right before Christmas celebrating the life of our friend Dave. We road-tripped from Anchorage to Seward and back again, exploring what we could along the Turnagain Arm, Resurrection Bay, Portage Pass, Eklutna Lake, and Matanuska Glaicer. The wildlife enthralled us, the snow-peaked mountains made our…