Posted by Sheridan Samano, Founder of Birding & Beers I first learned about the Bow & Arrow brewery from Outside magazine back in 2021. How could I not click on an article titled “These Native American Women Are Changing Craft Beer for the Better.” It took a couple of years before I’d be able to […]
Read PostFuego Brew Co. is located in Dominical, Costa Rica, where the Barú River meets the Pacific Ocean. Their mission is not only to provide fresh artisan beer and food, but also to create a correlation between craft beer and the eco-sustainability movement. From unique water treatment systems to recycling of bi-product and use of eco-friendly […]
Read PostSo Many Great Choices on the Pacific and Caribbean Costa Rica is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. With coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea, you have around 600 amazing beaches to choose from! In this article, we’re spotlighting multiple beaches on both coasts to help you […]
Read PostDriving in Costa Rica Understanding Costa Rica’s Driving Environment Costa Rica tends to stand apart from its neighbors in Central America with the highest GDP per capita, higher literacy rates, and longer life expectancy. The bad news is that Costa Rica road conditions are among the worst in the world. An older study by Waze […]
Read PostPiedra Herrada Reserve The Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Mexico’s top ecotourism destinations. There are several sanctuaries open to visitors across two Mexican states – Michoacán and Mexico. Piedra Herrada is the easiest monarch sanctuary to access from Mexico City and only a 2-hr drive from the […]
Read PostOn September 1, Costa Rica began welcoming the first US residents since borders were closed in March from six states (Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Vermont). A valid driver’s license showing residency and a negative Covid-19 test taken within 48 hours of arrival was also a prerequisite for entry. By September […]
Read PostEarlier this month, I traveled to Baja Sur, Mexico for a scouting trip. I flew Southwest Airlines non-stop from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). This was the first time I’ve traveled to a destination involving flights since my last trip to Mexico in February. Even though a negative Covid-19 test […]
Read PostThat’s the million-dollar question. Without a crystal ball or psychic abilities, it’s hard to know for sure. “Industry experts” make predictions, but the truth is that nobody has experienced impacts to this scale in our industry. We started this company in 2006 without a clear vision of where we’d end up. All we knew for […]
Read PostEach year, the National Park Service tracks the total number of visits made to each of the parks. Some of the least visited parks take more planning and travel to reach, but the lack of crowds at these national treasures is worth it. As we continue social distancing and wait for international travel to make its way […]
Read PostWhen flights get delayed or worse yet, canceled entirely, it can cause a great deal of stress for travelers. There are several reasons flights become disrupted such as security, bad weather, mechanical issues, or labor strikes that lead to a delay or cancellation. When this happens, the airliner’s only obligation is to get you to […]
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