caribbean
PHOTOS: The archipelago of Bocas del Toro
Bocas del Toro is a scattering of seven big islands and more than 200 islets off the northwestern coast of Panama. This place is your ultimate Caribbean dream in Panama and
PHOTOS: Life’s a beach in Puerto Viejo
In the south of Costa Rica there’s a small, laidback, Afro-Caribbean town, which feels a bit like the Goa of Costa Rica, if you’re looking for a comparison: Puerto Viejo. Many
The medicinal garden in Cahuita, Costa Rica
WHAT: A fruitful tour through the gardens of the ‘Medicinal Plant Sanctuary’ named Alma Verde WHERE: Costa Rica, a couple of km north of the village Cahuita HOW LONG: The tour with
Ecological treehouse in Manzanillo, Costa Rica
WHAT: An overnight stay in the midst of the jungle, high up in the canopy in a treehouse WHERE: Costa Rica, between Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo, at the end of the road
Top 8 Caribbean beaches of Costa Rica
Swimming in turquoise waters, napping under palm trees (watch out for the coconuts!), riding some waves, watching the monkeys swing above your head: it obviously isn’t difficult to experience your
7 dishes of the Caribbean to try out
Most tourists focus solely on the west coast when it comes to finding their pipa-paradise in Costa Rica. Such a shame, since there are many delights to be found on
PHOTOS: Afro-Caribbean Day in Limón
Every year at the end of August, Puerto Limón celebrates its vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture with a big parade and festivities. In the hottest hours of the day, hundreds of citizens dance
A visit to wildlife rescue center Tree of Life
WHAT: A visit to a wildlife rescue center and botanical garden: Tree of Life WHERE: In Cahuita on the Caribbean coast in Costa Rica, somewhat 2,5 km out of town
9 animals to see in Cahuita National Park
The National Park in Cahuita offers a splendid 8km hike along beaches that are cut straight out a ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ movie. Start your tour from the Kelly Creek
7 hours in Puerto Limón
Wait what? Yes indeed, you’re reading it correctly: a travel article about Puerto Limón, a town considered by many as that black sheep of the Caribbean family. Most people only
