July 28, 2022 We had a vacation dog in Kauai! Have you ever “borrowed” a pet while on vacation? I guess it’s not surprising that we have done this. Actually, we’ve done it not…
June 13, 2022 Heading to NYC for the first time? Here’s a guide I get asked about NYC a lot. For one thing, I grew up on Long Island, went to the city a lot as a…
May 16, 2022 Costa Rica roundup: all of our best posts Pura Vida! That’s what you’ll find yourself saying after a visit to Costa Rica. It’s a philosophy that centers a happy life around being…
May 8, 2022 Top 10 things to love about Costa Rica Costa Rica is adorable. Yes, you’ve heard me rave in prior posts about how beautiful the country is. Now, I’m going to talk about…
April 28, 2022 Beautiful beaches and mischievous monkeys in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Did you get a chance to read part one of our Costa Rica travels? Great, then you’re ready for part two. Here goes! By…
April 22, 2022 Waterfall days and volcano nights in Arenal, Costa Rica During our recent spring break trip to Costa Rica, I fell madly in love with the picturesque Arenal volcano. I couldn’t stop taking pictures…
April 10, 2022 Have the family adventure of a lifetime in Costa Rica When you imagine the perfect family travel experience, what do you picture? If you answered beautiful beaches, unforgettable wildlife, thrilling volcanos and spectacular rainforests,…
February 9, 2022 It feels strange to put your child on an airplane alone Traveling alone can be an important and fun milestone for a young traveler. When I was 12, I had the thrilling experience of flying…
December 5, 2021 How to plan a dream trip to Costa Rica Do you love planning trips yourself – or would you rather have someone plan it for you? I’ve always been a do-it-yourself traveler. I…
November 19, 2021 The best souvenir I (n)ever purchased What’s the best souvenir you’ve ever purchased? We love to travel in our family, and I like to think that, over the years, I’ve…
