4 Best beaches in Dominican republic

I have to admit I try to visit different places than the majority of tourists. I do my best to search for great places that are somewhat hidden or unique in a way. And although I’ve met many people from my home country Slovakia who go on cool holidays to Dominican republic, it would be [...]

Posted on 23 Aug 2016 by Alexandra Kovacova in beach, Central America, Dominican republic, tips, travel

The best places to explore in Havana Cuba

Cuba’s fair capital is one of the most up and coming tourist destinations of 2016, in part thanks to the recent trade negotiations with the USA. Whether you’re looking to go sunbathing on the beach, brush up on your history, or sample some local rum, Havana offers something for everyone.There’s lots set to change in [...]

Posted on 23 Feb 2016 by Alexandra Kovacova in Central America, Cuba, tips, travel

Exciting adventures in the Caribbean

Famed for its white sandy beaches, crystal waters and luxury resorts, the Caribbean has long been the destination of choice for sun worshipers. But there’s plenty more fun to be had than endless days at the beach. This paradise has some thrilling activities to keep the whole family happy. Exciting adventures in the Caribbean: Bobsled in JamaicaVoted one of [...]

Posted on 20 Jul 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in adventures, Central America, tips

Caribbean Medicine with Veronica Gordon Crooks – Hidden Garden workshops

If you ever find yourself on Central America, please take time to visit my second favorite country. Costa Rica is a must see and the more time you spend there, the better. The best way to travel around Costa Rica is by bus.One of the nicest places in Costa Rica is no doubt Puerto Viejo. [...]

Posted on 12 Mar 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in budget travel, Central America, Costa Rica, nature, photo

Puerto Jimenez facts and photos – a small town in Osa Peninsula Costa Rica

Puerto Jimenez is the main town of the Osa Peninsula on the Southwestern coast of Costa Rica. Puerto (port in Spanish) Jimenez (a common Spanish surname) is located right on the Golfo Dulce which translates to Sweet Golf. To get to town you can take a ferry, an airplane from San Jose, the Costa Rican [...]

Posted on 09 Mar 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in Central America, Costa Rica, photo, tips, travel

20 interesting facts about Bocas del Toro Panama

Bocas del Toro were the first islands in Panama I visited. Since my first time there in May 2012 I made my way back already twice in 2014 and I can tell you that it was not my last time, for sure. Not only because there are still so many things to do in Bocas [...]

Posted on 05 Mar 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in Central America, Panama, photo, tips, travel

Raw vegan diet for beauty – Hidden Garden workshops

Hidden Garden is a hidden accommodation in Puerto Viejo town in Costa Rica. Not only is Puerto Viejo area one of my favorite destinations, but Costa Rica is overall the second dearest country to my heart, just after Mexico. Once you are in Central America, it is easy to get around mostly by buses or [...]

Posted on 02 Mar 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in budget travel, Central America, Costa Rica, food, photo, tips, travel

Starfish Beach Bocas del Toro – paradise sea stars, clear water and white sand

Have you ever heard of Bocas del Toro islands? The bull’s mouth, as translated from Spanish, are definitely nicer than their name suggests and in my opinion truly belong to the list of the places to visit in Panama. There’s a few ways to get to the islands.Personally, I took a van my first time [...]

Posted on 28 Feb 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in adventures, beach, Central America, Panama, travel

Divine time at Divi and Tamarijn Aruba – All Inclusive hotels Aruba

After spending 9 days exploring the islands of St. Kitts and Nevis in February 2013, I was invited to Aruba island as they were happy with me being happy on St. Kitts (except the incident when my phone clock changed the time zones and I was 40 minutes late for dinner with the Minister of [...]

Posted on 21 Feb 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in Aruba, beach, Central America, food, hotels, photo, press trip, tips, travel

15 things to do in Bocas del Toro

For many tourists, Bocas del Toro islands in Panama are a must-stopover to enjoy never-ending parties, meet new friends from around the world and just have some fun you will have to tell your best friend about then. Despite the fact that Bocas del Toro are exotic islands on the Caribbean coast of Panama, it [...]

Posted on 20 Feb 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in adventures, beach, Central America, Panama, photo, tips, travel

Important Costa Rican medicinal plants – Hidden Garden workshops

Costa Rican medicinal plants at Hidden Garden workshops Puerto Viejo

Back in May 2014 during my last weeks of stay in Costa Rica, my second favorite country in the world, I revisited Puerto Viejo area once again. I got there again on a Caribe Shuttle bus from Bocas del Toro islands like I did the first time. In Puerto Viejo, I had a chance to [...]

Posted on 19 Feb 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in budget travel, Central America, Costa Rica, food, nature, photo, tips, travel

10 things to do in Osa Peninula

During my last visit to Costa Rica, when I spent around 4 month in my second favorite country in the world, I was lucky enough to get to know the not so known Osa Peninsula. Península de Osa, as its Spanish name says, is located in the Southwestern part of the most expensive Central American [...]

Posted on 18 Feb 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in Central America, Costa Rica, nature, photo, tips, travel

Panama Viejo ruins photo essay

Panama Viejo was the first European settlement founded in 1517 on the Pacific Coast of the Americas. The town was used as a transit route for treasures from the Inca Empire shipping to the Old World of Europe. The treasures were off loaded there and then taken by mule to Portobelo town on the Atlantic coast.With [...]

Posted on 19 Jan 2015 by Alexandra Kovacova in Central America, Panama, photo, travel