Category: Central America

  • Bocas del Toro, Panama

    Bocas del Toro, Panama

    Pursuing beautiful, clear waters full of colorful fish? Interested in eating some fresh red snapper and lobster? Want pristine white sand beaches? I have the perfect location for you! Hello, Bocas del Toro! If you want the beauty of those over-the-water houses in Bali or the Maldives a little closer…

  • Costa Rica Solo Trip

    Costa Rica Solo Trip

    Moms do a lot. A LOT. It’s time to find some “me time” ladies! What better way to find yourself than in the jungles of Costa Rica? If you’re thinking “oh, I could never leave for a week!” YES. YOU. CAN. The house will still be there. The chores (unfortunately)…

  • Calala Island – Nicaragua

    Calala Island – Nicaragua

    After a two hour boat ride through Nicaragua and out into the Caribbean Sea, you’ll find yourself on the remote island of Calala. This gorgeous all-inclusive resort is the entire island. With only six rooms, that means you practically have an entire island to yourself.  My guess is that you’re wondering what…

  • Nicaragua – Exploring Granada

    Nicaragua – Exploring Granada

    Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America and is known as “the land of lakes and volcanoes”. There are 40 volcanoes in this country (which is the size of New York state) and nearly half of them are currently active. In addition to many volcanoes, there are also a ton of…

  • Unplugged Entertainment Ideas for Traveling Kids

    Unplugged Entertainment Ideas for Traveling Kids

    Let’s keep those kids busy! If you’re like us, you don’t mind some screen time to get some peace and quiet, but you also don’t want the kids plugged in every minute of your trip. So how do we keep everyone entertained without resorting to 24-hours of Nintendo Switch?  I have some…

  • Guatemala 7-Day Itinerary

    Guatemala 7-Day Itinerary

    Why Travel to Guatemala? We’ve traveled many places as a family, but none have been as breathtaking as Guatemala. It’s an incredibly lush landscape with lakes, volcanoes, animals, architecture, and steeped in proud Mayan traditions. Our first stop is the charming town of Antigua. Get ready for some unique museums, gorgeous Spanish architecture,…