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Best Caribbean Destinations for Summer Travel (2026 Guide)
The best Caribbean destinations for summer travel — islands beyond the hurricane belt, underrated picks, and how to find lower June–August prices.
Costa Rica Hotels Worth Booking Just for the Pool
Costa Rica hotels worth booking for the pool alone — Arenal hot springs, Pacific infinity pools and jungle plunge pools at 10 standout stays.
Travel With Purpose: Why Ecotourism and Community Support Matter, in Partnership with Guayabo Animal Rescue & Sanctuary
How ecotourism supports Costa Rica: inside Guayabo Animal Rescue & Sanctuary, where your stay funds wildlife care, clinics and local jobs.
48 Hours in Medellín: A Local’s Guide to What’s Worth Your Time
A local's 48-hour Medellín itinerary: Comuna 13, Parque Arví, standout coffee and food, plus insider tips most guidebooks miss.
If I Only Have 5 Days in Costa Rica, Where Should I Go? (2026 Guide)
Only 5 days in Costa Rica? Four easy itineraries — Arenal & Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, the Caribbean coast, or Guanacaste's beaches.
Why Travelers Overlook Brazil – And Why That’s a Huge Mistake
Why travelers overlook Brazil — and why that's a mistake. A region-by-region guide to the Amazon, Pantanal, Iguazú, Rio and beyond.
We Asked 12 Ticos to Name Their Favorite Beaches — and Their Answers Will Make You Book a Flight to Costa Rica
The best beaches in Costa Rica, chosen by 12 locals — from Guanacaste surf towns to hidden Caribbean coves, here are the Ticos' real favorites.
Your Guide to Latin America’s Most Festive Month
September is Latin America's most festive month — ten countries celebrate independence. Where to be for Mexico's El Grito, Chile's fondas and more.
24 Hours in Santiago, Chile: How to Make the Most of a Short Stop
One day in Santiago? Make it count — Andes views, Plaza de Armas, and Chilean wine and food mapped into the perfect short-stopover itinerary.
Will visiting a Blue Zone help you live longer?
Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula is one of the world's five Blue Zones. What its diet, movement and community can teach you — and how to visit well.
Atacama Desert Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Where to Stay & When to Visit in Chile
Plan the Atacama Desert: the world's best stargazing, Moon Valley, El Tatio geysers and salt-flat lagoons — plus where to stay and when to go.
Places to Visit in Nicaragua for Travelers Who Crave the Wild
The best places to visit in Nicaragua: active volcanoes, crater lakes, empty surf beaches and Little Corn Island — for travelers who crave the wild.
Is Costa Rica Expensive? What You Need to Know to Travel Costa Rica
Is Costa Rica expensive? Real costs for hotels, meals, tours and flights — why prices run high, and how to plan a trip that still fits your budget.
The Best Things to Do in Panama City, Panama: Our Top Tips for a Great Visit to Panama
The best things to do in Panama City: Casco Viejo, the Canal at Miraflores, rooftop bars, ceviche markets and rainforest minutes from downtown.
7 Common Travel Mistakes to Avoid on Your Next Trip to Costa Rica | Costa Rica Travel Tips
Avoid the 7 mistakes that derail Costa Rica trips — from over-packed itineraries to booking too late. Local tips for a smoother vacation.
The Best Mother-Daughter Trips and Getaways That Go Beyond the Spa Weekend
Mother-daughter trips beyond the spa weekend — wildlife in Costa Rica, reefs in Belize, wine and Patagonia in Argentina, picked by age and stage.