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14 Tips for Visiting Manuel Antonio National Park

Shot of the sign for Manuel Antonio National Park with the beach in the background

Heading to Costa Rica and wanting the best of the wildlife and beach worlds, all in one spot? Look no further than Manuel Antonio National Park. This gorgeous piece of the world is home to so much wildlife and some of the most beautiful turquoise water I’ve ever seen. I am obsessed with how wildContinue reading “14 Tips for Visiting Manuel Antonio National Park”

Best Place to Snorkel in Belize

Woman snorkeling at the surface of the water in a swimsuit

Belize, I adore you. You’re beautiful, laid back, and a good time. Oh… wait… sorry. You’re not Belize, you’re looking *for* Belize. My bad. Well, either way, I like you too because you’re planning a trip to this gem in the Caribbean. And I’ve got to tell you, not only is snorkeling in Belize amazing,Continue reading “Best Place to Snorkel in Belize”

Manuel Antonio Travel Guide – Your Perfect Costa Rica Trip

View of the jungle going out to the ocean during sunset, one tree sticking out above the rest

I’m going to start this “things to do in Manuel Antonio” travel guide with a very dumb but very true backstory. Costa Rica was my husband’s and my first trip abroad together. To build his comfort with a big trip so far from home, I asked him what he wanted to see on this trip.Continue reading “Manuel Antonio Travel Guide – Your Perfect Costa Rica Trip”