Aktun Chen is an eco park on the Riviera Maya near Tulum, Mexico. Our family visited the park and found fiver reasons why you should, too! Plus, all the info you need to plan your own trip to zip line through the tropical forest, explore a cave, and snorkel in a cenote.
Xunantunich Mayan Ruins The sun god wears ornaments on his large ears and sits next to the symbol for the moon on El Castillos frieze. Adorning the west and east sides of the 130-foot tall pyramid, the astrologically themed friezes…
When you are looking for things to do in Belize, cave tubing Belize has to top the list. Get all the details on the who, what, and when of cave tubing in Belize. Our family loved this part of our Belize vacation and want to make sure you have everything you need to know for a Belize cave tubing adventure.
This is from my 2004 trip to Belize. Since I am currently in Belize, I am republishing both for my own memories and to share with you. At the top of a hill near San Ignacio, in the Cayo District (Belizes…
There are a bunch of jungle lodges or eco lodges in Belize and it’s hard to know which one to pick. We stayed at Table Rock Jungle Lodge in the Cayo District near San Ignacio and found a bunch of reasons why it is one of the best family resorts in Belize. Here’s what you need to know to plan your own trip and know if this is the right jungle lodge for you.
This is from my 2004 trip to Belize. Since I am currently in Belize, I am republishing both for my own memories and to share with you. (Update at the end.) When the Maya lived here the area was more…
From the town of Antigua, Guatemala we could see three volcanoes. The one that dominates the view is Volcán Agua. It lords over the town looking just like a volcano should—conical and rising straight from the ground with nary a…
The definitive guide to hot springs in Montana. We’ve listed all the Montana hot spring resorts and undeveloped hot springs in Montana. Plus, how to get there, where to stay, rates, hours, and what to expect.
We love visiting our neighboring state of Idaho and I was fortunate to get to write about weekend getaways in the Gem State for Trivago’s blog. An excerpt: After an afternoon of cycling along the 25-mile Boise River Greenbelt, I’m…
Joyous Solstice! Merry Christmas! Hurrah for Hanukkah! Winter Greetings! I didn’t send a letter with our holiday card this year, so I am using this forum to do just that. Consider this your winter greeting card from me for whatever…