Puerto Viejo To Bocas del Toro: Is It Worth It For Just A Couple Of Days?

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My original plan for visiting Central America was to fly into Cancun and out of Panama City, then I realized it was cheaper to fly out of Costa Rica, so that’s what I did. But it came down the end of my trip and I was in Puerto Viejo with my new friend who was going to Bocas del Toro in Panama. It sounded fun and I had a few days left with no plan so it was settled. I was going from Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro for a few days (72 whole hours) before I flew home.

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Megan Johnson!April 23, 2015September 2, 20203 Comments

Central America

A Panoramic View of Central America

During my time in Central America, I saw some pretty stellar views of mountains, lakes, beaches, and jungle. It’s hard to really capture it all, but I tried my best. There isn’t much to say about these as the views speak for themselves.

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Megan Johnson!April 13, 2015May 2, 20205 Comments

Central America

Someone Should Have Told Me This Before I Left

Before I left for my trip, I dug to the depths of the Internet for tips and tricks on how to have a smooth two and a half months in six countries where I don’t speak the language. The were basic packing tips to what to do in each city. While these were all mostly helpful, there were other things that I wish I knew before … Continue reading Someone Should Have Told Me This Before I Left

Megan Johnson!April 10, 2015February 7, 2019Leave a comment

Central America, Guatemala

A Tour Around Lake Atitlan

I’ve already mentioned that Guatemala was by far my favorite. I didn’t spend the most time here, Nicaragua takes the cake for that, but I was here for three weeks and ten of those days were spent in San Pedro La Laguna on the stunning Lake Atitlan. There were a couple times after three or four days where I thought to myself “I should move on,” but I just couldn’t get myself to do it. It was always “oh, but I want to hike Indian Nose tomorrow” (which I never did) or “but I want to walk around the village more.” (which I did plenty of!)

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Megan Johnson!April 3, 2015September 2, 20204 Comments

Central America, Guatemala

Semuc Champey In Guatemala: A Not So Hidden Paradise

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Guatemala was my favorite country I visited, by far. It had everything. There was beach (that I didn’t go to,) ruins, and volcanos. It had the best stuff to buy and it was all cheap, too.

Megan Johnson!March 30, 2015July 17, 20233 Comments

Central America, Nicaragua

How To Get To The Corn Islands In Nicaragua

When people hear “We’re going to the Corn Islands,” they usually get a little jealous. Then they usually ask a follow-up question: “how are you getting there?” And when you respond with “we’re going by land,” they usually cringe a little bit with fear and disgust.

This trek takes about three days with good planning and has been rumored as nightmarish. That’s right folks, nightmarish, and we were about to do it. There are a few options when it comes to getting to the Corn Islands. I’ll explain how we got there and the other options. And if you are planning a trip, make sure you spend some time on both Big Corn and Little Corn. They both have a lot to offer.

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Megan Johnson!March 26, 2015September 2, 20204 Comments

Central America

Central America Travel Tips I wish I Listened To

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Before leaving, I scoured the internet on how to stay safe and be prepared. While my research did help, I also didn’t totally listen to it or use the knowledge I picked up in the correct way, or at all. Some of it just went out the window after and few days and some of it I just never knew. This is my advice to you from what I’ve learned in two and a half months on my own in a lot of new places.

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Megan Johnson!March 16, 2015May 5, 20201 Comment

Central America

A Few More Things I’ve Learned in Central America

As the days go by, I learn more and more. Some interesting, some not. I recently learned I love Guatemala. It has everything to offer, well maybe not beaches, but it has almost everything: volcanos, Semuc Chanpey, coffee, lakes, mountains, everything. Coffee in Guatemala is delicious. I had two coffees today. That good. There are a lot of coffee farms around Antigua, so it’s delicious … Continue reading A Few More Things I’ve Learned in Central America

Megan Johnson!January 26, 2015February 7, 20193 Comments

Central America

First Lessons Learned in Central America

The time has come, the internet is finally powerful enough, the pictures are here! After almost two weeks in Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala, I’ve learned a few things. Driving is confusing. Lines don’t really matter, as long as your car fits, it’s a lane. Two lane road? I think you mean five. Honking can usually mean one of three things. Either “hey, I’m a taxi … Continue reading First Lessons Learned in Central America

Megan Johnson!January 19, 2015February 7, 20191 Comment