Beaches - Articles & Travel Stories

Never a dull moment in the Galapagos, when I wasn't having my picture taken with a giant tortoise or sea lion, I was snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, biking or horseback riding through the remarkable landscape. I also got to get up close and personal with my different kinds of birds! An excellent Galapagos adventure!

We explore Mayan culture past and present in the Maya Mountains, enjoy the laid-back charm of Placencia, and kayak down the Monkey River. Text and photos originally posted on our web site www.craigandstephsvacations.com

I can sum it up in one word.... AMAZING!

Where do we begin to tell about our wonderful adventure in Costa Rica? It was a once in a lifetime experience. How many people get to see a leatherback turtle baby scoot his way into the ocean, or awaken to howler monkeys?

Kurt and I spent a wonderful 2-weeks enjoying the adventures of Costa Rica and Panama. And getting married at Tranquilo Bay? Well -- that was just the icing on the cake.

My tour de Ecuador took me from Guayaquil & the coast to the incredible Galapagos Islands and finally to Quito & the highlands. I was overwhelmed by the natural diversity of this small country, not to mention the warmth of the Ecuadorian people.

Jens and I traveled to Belize! After some very long travel, we explored what this city has to offer! We saw cathedrals, hiked in the Actun Tunichil Muknal cave and explored ruins. On the other side of this city, we enjoyed the wonderful beaches and hot weather! It was a great trip.