Joy and Journey

Steph March 3, 2016 Panama

Studying Spanish in Bocas Del Toro

After a week studying Spanish intensively in Bocas del Toro, I’d made friends, improved my Spanish comprehension, vocabulary, and most importantly – my confidence!

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Steph March 1, 2016 Panama

Bluff Beach Bike Ride in Bocas del Toro: Easier Said Than Done

The bike ride to Bluff Beach was tougher than I’d thought… and it left me huffing and puffing and hitching a ride from a cop! (total disclosure: I’m not in the best shape of my life)

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Steph February 24, 2016 Panama

I Learned the Truth About Fair Trade Chocolate in Panama

Though chocolate is sweet, the reality of life for cacao farmers is anything but.

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Steph February 18, 2016 Panama

Postcard Perfection on Isla Bastimentos in Bocas Del Toro

I’ve become a bit of a beach snob, but even I have to admit that Isla Bastimentos in Bocas del Toro is something special.

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Steph February 10, 2016 Uncategorized

Quarter Life Epiphany : Melissa

Today’s Epiphany Brought to You By: Melissa Melissa Giroux is originally from Quebec, Canada. She is a full time backpacker and a travel blogger at abrokenbackpack.com. Travelling since June 2014, she is currently in Australia…

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Steph February 7, 2016 Central America

Getting from Jaco to Montezuma (and Mal Pais)

Skip the headache, save time, and take the speedboat shuttle from Jaco to Montezuma (or Mal Pais)

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Guest February 5, 2016 Uncategorized

Public Transportation and Travel

How important is public transportation for traveling? The public transportation sector is one of the key components of a country’s thriving tourism industry. It paves the way for travellers to experience plenty of opportunities where…

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Steph February 2, 2016 Central America

Hotel Presidente: Make the Most of San Jose

San Jose wasn’t my favorite city, but Hotel Presidente makes a great base for exploring the capital, or crashing in comfort after a long trip.

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Steph January 25, 2016 Uncategorized

Quarter Life Epiphany: Gemma

Today’s Quarter Life Epiphany Brought to You By Gemma Possessing no desire to hold down a permanent static job, Gemma is a professional Free Spirit, a *qualified* Photographer, Vlogger/Blogger and Global Degree Student. A serial…

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Steph January 17, 2016 Central America

Hotel Ritmo Tropical: Mal Pais Paradise

What better way to enjoy Mal Pais than with your own bungalow at this Italian-owned paradise?

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