Wanderlust is fulfilled, and the meaning of pura vida is explained when you visit the untouched, hidden gem of a jungle surf town in Nosara, Costa Rica.
Wanderlust is fulfilled, and the meaning of pura vida is explained when you visit the untouched, hidden gem of a jungle surf town in Nosara, Costa Rica.
by Alyssa Ramos What’s the best way to get local insights, tips, and information about a country you’re traveling to? Ask a local of course! Before my Iceland trip, I researched the awesome travel blog, StuckinIceland.com, and asked Jon Thorsteinsson some questions to get a better idea of Iceland, and what to do there. Check out his suggestions and travel...
by Alyssa Ramos After traveling to 6 continents and almost 30 countries, I’ve had my fair share of travel mistakes and fails, and witnessed even more of them. Luckily, that means I can compile these mistakes into a list to help other travelers avoid my same misfortunes. You’re welcome. 1. Not Researching Best LOCAL Areas to Stay In Don’t just go...
Blogger Guides is a project I put together to find out tips and insights from local bloggers in each place I was planning to visit. I searched the top bloggers in each area, then Tweeted them to see if they’d be interested, and then interviewed them via email. It gave me a MUCH better idea on what to do, and especially what to pack. by Alyssa Ramos Featured...
TUESDAY Although I was noticeably dirty and smelled like a second grader, I didn’t bother changing or getting ready when we got back to the Albertyn House after volunteering because I was so damn cold. A few of us were talking about going to Boulders Beach to see the penguins, but couldn’t tell how the weather was going to pan out. Naturally the solution...