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Would You Rather Have This Frog Staring at You or Your Boss Watching Your Every Move?
As you know by now, Costa Rica is a gorgeous country, bordered by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south. The Pacific Ocean cradles Costa Rica at the western edge and the Caribbean Sea butts up againsh our eastern shores. It is home to hundreds of thousands of different plant species & Costa Rica wildlife. But perhaps none are as popular as the country's red-eyed tree frog. Locals and visitors alike are always excited to get a quick glimpse of this gorgeous creature, making this little fella one of the country's most popular animals. You'll see an image like this on many of the advertisements touting Costa Rica as "one of the happiest countries on the planet", along with our colorful toucan and our always-smiling, two-toed and three-toed sloths.
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Wander
Exciting Night-time Activities You will Find in Sydney
If you find yourself having a long weekend in Sydney and have nothing to do then you have come to the perfect place. Sydney is a city which offers a wide arrangement of activities to choose from. Every nook and corner has something new waiting to be explored like going for a live cabaret show, the open air cinema, taking a stroll down the harbour, etc.
By Scarlett Stark5 years ago in Wander
A brief guide to your Paris Vacation
Our life is adorned with a series of things in life and vacations are a part of that. People travel miles to gather the moments and cherish those memories for his or her entire lifetime. Our Earth is formed from tons of magical places which never fail to impress our lives. Paris city is one of the wonderful creations in them which still make people forget their hardest times in life and celebrate. No worries if you’re visiting first time and have nobody there to pick you up in and around Paris, there are many online shuttle reservation providers and airport shuttle services are waiting in queues, will pick you up from the Paris airports and drop you off to your dream destinations. So let’s have a detailed look at Paris city and tips when you choose a reliable airport shuttle service.
By Parisshuttle5 years ago in Wander
Costa Rica's Indigenous Tribes
Costa Rica has never had a thriving indigenous culture such as the strong and vast empires of the Mayan, Aztec or Inka peoples. The original Costa Rican people were culturally influenced by Mesoamerican tribes from Central America and also from northern South America, especially Colombia. Most indigenous groups lived on a simple subsistence economy and were ruled by a chief, called "Cacique". When the Spaniards arrived, many tribes moved their locations back into the mountains in order to avoid slavery and unfair taxation.
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Wander
Calling All Freaks, Geeks, and Weirdos
Knoxville is a historic town that is known for hosting amazing conventions and fairs. Dating all the way back to the 1982 World's Fair that helped revitalize the city. They now host events like trade shows, comic book conventions, music festivals, and most recently the Oddities and Curiosities Expo.
By Ariana Micheal5 years ago in Wander
10 Things To Know Before Traveling to the US (From a US Citizen)
1. Personal space is a must. Everything is bigger in America: Store aisles, roads, cars, everything. If they don't live in a metropolitan area, most Americans are not used to being squished like sardines on public transport. Therefore, Americans REALLY need their personal space. When standing near an American, take what you believe to be the "normal" amount of personal space--and multiply it by two. Our personal bubbles tend to be just a little bit bigger than yours might be.
By Jennifer Childers5 years ago in Wander
One Step
Raise your hand if you like to feel comfortable. My hand is right up there with yours. In a matter of seconds, we have discovered a common bond with about 90% of the population. Yet, the things that make you feel comfortable and what makes me feel comfortable could be as different as day and night. I'll tell you what, I will cozy up in my rocking chair with my snuggly blanket and a warm cup of tea, and unpack this for you.
By Karen D'Ingillo5 years ago in Wander
How to Explore Bangkok on a Budget
Regarded as one of Asia's top tourist destinations, the Thai capital attracts a wide range of visitors. Home to some of the region's most diverse cultural and culinary landscapes, the sheer variety of activities available in the city makes Bangkok an irresistible pick for tourists of all ages and income levels. Having been renowned as a backpacker's paradise for decades, the capital of Thailand is still accessible to budget travellers. Here's how you can enjoy a tour of Bangkok on a budget.
By Amie Ginendra5 years ago in Wander
The Costa Rica Gold Rush
In 1502, when Christopher Columbus set foot on a little island just off the coast of what is now the Limón area, he was first impressed with the ornate gold jewelry that the local indigenous people wore. Along with the fact that the dense green jungles, the abundance of wildlife and a beautiful coastline was the first things that he saw, he named this new land, "Costa Rica" or "Rich Coast". .
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Wander
