Magic Colombian Mountains: Things to do in Manizales, Colombia

Magic Colombian Mountains: Things to do in Manizales, Colombia

When you think of Colombia, you might think of lush jungles and beautiful warm beaches, but there is even more magic to Colombia than what comes to mind. Colombia has beautiful mountain towns with glaciers and hot springs. The town of Manizales is a short [continue reading]

How I Won A Contest That Paid For My Honeymoon

How I Won A Contest That Paid For My Honeymoon

I see these giveaways and contests all the time, on the radio, on social media, at public events – and always wonder if anyone actually wins those things.

The Perfect 3-day Itinerary for a Relaxing Weekend in Vancouver

The Perfect 3-day Itinerary for a Relaxing Weekend in Vancouver

Vancouver is the perfect location for a quick West Coast weekend getaway with friends. You could also easily take this trip with a partner or family, but we went for a girls’ weekend so that is the lens through which this guide will be laid [continue reading]

Studying Hummingbirds in Cerro de la Muerte

Studying Hummingbirds in Cerro de la Muerte

Back in 2016 I was working as an intern at a field studies program in Costa Rica. During the semester we traveled with the students and professors to field sites where they were taught about environmental conservation and how to conduct field research surveying wildlife, [continue reading]

Weekend in Panama – A Day in San Blas Paradise

Weekend in Panama – A Day in San Blas Paradise

On my second day in Panama City, I wake up at 4:30 am, fill up my water, fry an egg, and cut up a fruit. I reluctantly swallow my breakfast, then stagger down the stairs of my hostel in the twilight hours to catch a [continue reading]