Why is Nicaragua tourism taking off?

March 24, 2015

If you still think of Nicaragua as a war torn, unsafe country, it’s time to think again.  After years of political calm, responsible development and economic growth, travelers have once again discovered Nicaragua. Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has been extremely vocal about how he wants to use tourism to combat poverty. Today, Nicaragua tourism is […]

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In Search of Endemics in Colombia

March 22, 2015

At the end of February, our newest travel consultant Amy Englert got the chance to escape from Colorado’s cold weather and visit the remote Chocó department in Colombia.  Chocó is located along the northwestern coastline, and makes up some of the world’s rainiest lowlands, receiving between 300 and 500 inches of rainfall yearly.  This area […]

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Costa Rica Powered By Renewable Energy Sources for 75 Days!

March 22, 2015

Costa Rica just achieved a major milestone by meeting 100% of its energy needs with renewable sources for 75 straight days, an impressive accomplishment.  On March 16, 2015 the ICE (Costa Rican Electricity Institute) released a press release stating that Costa Rica’s zero-emission milestone was enabled thanks to heavy rainfalls at four hydroelectric power facilities […]

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Swimming with Sea Lions – Los Islotes, Sea of Cortez, Mexico

March 19, 2015

The Galapagos Islands may be the most famous place in the world for swimming with curious, playful sea lions, but it’s not the only place.  Other locations known for up close sea lion encounters are Los Islotes in Mexico and the Palomino Islands in Peru.  Los Islotes is the closest location for US travelers and […]

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The Isla Mujeres Whale Shark Season

March 18, 2015

Swimming with whale sharks is a bucket list experience for adventure travelers around the world. For several months each year, Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is one of the best places to get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures. Here’s what you need to know about planning your whale shark adventure in Mexico and the […]

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