Stories of travel and diabetes
After our time in Monteverde, we wanted to explore the Pacific Ocean side of the country. There were a number of different towns that popped up on our list of considerations, but a few factors led us to pick Tamarindo as the winner - the largest of which was it being within driving distance of …
Wild and wonderful Costa Rica is about the size of West Virginia meaning you could drive around the entire country pending you were staying long enough. While major highways are paved, many other side roads are not. Combine this with how much rain the rainforest gets and you'll want to carefully consider what type of …
Traveling to Costa Rica leads to a lot more decision-making than you probably would have initially thought. Yes, you are going to a tropical country, but, there are a few more variables to consider when you start packing. Costa Rica is an incredibly biodiverse place with different ecosystems and climate influences from several large factors. …
Continued from Part 1 Hanging bridges in the cloud forest Where We Stayed When we originally planned to visit Costa Rica in 2021, we had found a beautiful farm owned by two locals who had a few cabins for rent on the property. Almost exactly one calendar year later, we were fortunate enough to reach …
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To soar through the misty skies, squawking with the birds above an endless sea of ever-changing greens. To slowdown and watch the beautifully efficient march of a colony of ants instinctively cutting, cleaning, and carrying leaves back to their home. To enjoy some really, really good coffee. This is why you would go to Monteverde. …
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Sometimes we read for fantasy, but other times we want to learn. As you explore your corner of the world and learn the stories of people you meet, there are instances where you'll want to know just a little bit more. Why are things the way they are? What molded history in a manner that …
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Can I get a tattoo if I'm diabetic? Whether you have Type-1, Type-2, or another form of diabetes, there are plenty of extra questions to ask when considering putting ink to skin, but to shed light quickly on that broad question, I'll tell you now - yes you can! Before we make that consultation or …
Last year, you read about how we had to change our trip to Costa Rica last minute. Almost exactly one year later, we are finally making that trip happen. Rachel approached me last month and said she wanted to do a quiet, easy getaway where we could relax and not have to worry about rushing …
Prices in central Maryland, mid-March after Gov. Hogan suspended the gas tax. Whether you've failed to avoid a coworker in the breakroom at work or you're scrolling past Snoop Dogg-themed "how high r u?" memes, or you've been misfortunate enough to have a long commute in the morning and need the fuel to make the …
In the last post, I talked about getting to Sintra and making your way through the historic downtown to Pena Palace. In this post, we'll explore the colorful castle, as well as other nearby sites. Palácio da Pena Pena Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site, began its history as a monastery before the great 1755 …
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