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We’re going on safari! A trip to South Africa is not complete without a safari through the famous Kruger National Park. When you picture an African Safari you think you will see animals everywhere like the opening scene of the Lion King. Elephants greeting you as you enter, buffalos around the water hole, andContinue Reading “We’re going on safari and it should be exactly like the Lion King right?”
Beware of Baboons. They are dangerous. But no one said exactly how dangerous. Do not hold food in your hand the guide said. Well, it should also be mentioned never ever take your bags off your shoulders either. Actually never take your bag in the first place, even though people were leaving their bags allContinue Reading “Bamboozled by a Baboon in South Africa”
If you have never been to Amsterdam, be prepared to be shocked. I was not prepared for it. When I think of Amsterdam, I think of Anne Frank, Van Gogh, and colorful houses. Tickets for Anne Frank’s house needs to be purchased about 6 months prior. Amsterdam is the city of the night. It isContinue Reading “Amsterdam”
Lisa tagged me in a Facebook post a few years ago. It was about a Boeing 747 made into a hotel. She said “twin, we have to do this.” I asked where and she didn’t know. After doing some Googling…this unique airplane hotel was located in Costa Rica and just like that this island made itContinue Reading “How to make the most of 4 days in Costa Rica”
Lisa and I had a very emotional roller coaster within a short 24-hour period Stage 1: Happy We started off the morning in a very happy mood by adventuring through the hanging bridges. The weather wasn’t in our best favor, but it wasn’t raining until we left the park, so we felt success. As weContinue Reading “Who wants to ride the emotional rollercoaster and have the brakes go out?”
La Fortuna This town is where the volcano is, hotels, and hot springs, and Mistico. To see the volcano, it depends on the weather. Unfortunately, it was cloudy, so we didn’t get to see the volcano. Tabacon Thermal Spa This hotel is a luxury hotel for access to lots of hot springs. This was veryContinue Reading “La Fortuna”
Costa Verde This is the entire reason we came to Costa Rica! We came to stay at the famous Airplane Hotel. Costa Verde converted a Boeing 747 and a cockpit into rooms to stay at. We only had one night here and it was quite the adventure to get here. On our way to theContinue Reading “Manuel Antonio”
Monteverde…This area is famous for the cloud forest. Costa Rica is famous for zip lines. We were told by multiple people that this was the best ones to go to. What better way to see the cloud forest than to fly through it? Easier said than done, we did not expect the zip lines toContinue Reading “Monteverde”
This is considered a secret waterfall…Bajos del Toro. It is absolutely hidden and not so easy to find but the waterfall is beautiful. When you drive there, the roads are terrible. But of course, there is always time for a picture with a view. But be prepared for a hard hike, you are literally hikingContinue Reading “Bajos del Toro”
The La Paz Waterfall Garden is really easy to get to if you rent a car and drive yourself. You can buy tickets at the entrance. This was an easy way to see the waterfall. You get to go and see a butterfly exhibit… Monkeys, lions, and other animals. And even try to feed humingbirds TheContinue Reading “La Paz Waterfall”