central america
Central America, once home to the Mayan Civilization, offers a Wander-worthy mix of old and modern.
The Colorful Farmers Markets (Ferias) Here in Costa Rica!
One big reason people move to Costa Rica is that they want to recreate themselves, both mentally AND physically! Starting fresh is indeed a huge reawakening of one's soul and a confirmation to oneself that change in life can always be for the better! On the physical side of it all, eating healthier is way on the top of the list. So many of my friends have lost so much weight after they moved here. It happens for most in the first few months. And the weight loss starts with eating lots fruits and veggies, no doubt. .
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Wander
Learn More about the Big Cats of Costa Rica. .
Many tourists have heard about the world-famous bird watching in Costa Rica. The toucans and scarlet macaws show off their vibrant colors and seeing them in flight can make you so glad you decided to visit one of the happiest and most BIODIVERSE countries on the planet! The Resplendent Quetzal is so beautiful, with its signature aqua and dark red colorings, and a very long, beautiful tail. But there is also another type of animal that is worth your attention: Wild Cats. Costa Rica is home to 6 different wild cat species: Margay, Ocelot, Puma, Jaguar, Jaguarundi, and Oncilla. We're going to share a few exciting facts about these majestic cats so you know exactly what to look for when you're hiking in the jungle on your next adventure to Costa Rica. .
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Wander
Why People Want to Move to Costa Rica. .
How bad can it be in one's current life to sell everything and move to another country? What is involved in making that decision? Will you ever see your neighbors and family again? If you do, it surely won't be like it used to be. . stopping by for a cup of coffee or meeting at a park for a picnic on the weekend. Moving 'away' is a life changer.
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Wander
Costa Rica Offers So Much to So Many / A Biodiverse Playground with Amazing Flora & Fauna. .
Costa Rica hosts over 850 species of birds. That is over 10% of the world's avian population. The scarlet macaw is one of my favorites indeed. As you see above, the markings are beautiful and awe inspiring. And to capture this creature in flight. . you'll simply never forget it. It will change your life. .
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Wander
A Country Like No Other. . Costa Rica / The Blue Morpho Butterfly
Butterflies, sloths & toucans, oh my! Every day, you have to make a decision here in Costa Rica. Do you go to the jungle and get lost in nature and search out butterflies, sloths and toucans? Or do you stay in town and maybe see a blue morpho? The great thing about butterflies is that they can really be found almost anywhere! You don't need to hike deep into the rain forest to find them. A central park in a small town here can be just the place to see hundreds of them.
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Wander
A tale of wild adventure and extraordinary nature
Spending time in imagination to escape the mundane life... Deep within my belly, this aching was calling my name to leap into a wild adventure. This sensation that there was something to discover, there were people out in the open world that I was destined to meet, and there was something I needed to share with them. This burning desire for untamed adventure would swirl within me during uni lectures, during work shifts pouring coffees, and in conversations that only had half my attention. My weeks were the same routine, day in and day out. But in my daydreaming mind I would visualize worlds of green wilderness, eccentric characters that were overflowing with excitement. I would transport myself to the tops of mountains where the air was so clear it made my body float. I would travel to the deepest undiscovered forests of the world to sit among trees that seemed to tower into space. Slowly I began to spend more time in my imagination than in the reality surrounding me. As I slipped deeper into this golden and extraordinary world, it began to flow out into physical form.
By Isabel Corkill5 years ago in Wander
A Week in Cancun
Imagine this: It's so hot out that you just want to run into cool, fresh water. Cancun is the exact place to do this. From sitting at the beach while being handed your drinks to being called Princesa and lying in your hammock letting the warm breeze float past you. Letting every ounce of stress leave your body.
By Fiona Meisner5 years ago in Wander
