Discover a paradise of lush biodiversity and inspiring resource management.
From Orchids to Arachnids Take a night walk through the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve to discover kinkajous, sloths and tarantulas. Milder thrills include daytime visits to Santa Elena to check out the butterfly garden and orchid park, or exploring the Children’s Eternal Rain Forest, the country’s largest private reserve. Two days in the cloud forest conclude a perfect eight-day Costa Rican introduction that includes Arenal Volcano and Tortuguero National Park.
Meet the people helping to make Costa Rica a leader in sustainable tourism. Visit the Nectandra Cloud Forest, a 295-acre preserve established by expats; take a beanto-bar chocolate tour designed by a former Peace Corps volunteer; and soak in the family-run Eco Termales Hot Springs. This nine-day, countrywide tour also has you zip-lining for nearly two miles and visiting the Sea Turtle Conservancy, which has helped turtles throughout the Caribbean and Central America since 1959.
Tortuguero Getaway Paddle beneath the rainforest canopy in Tortuguero National Park, looking out for chestnutmandibled toucans and playful spider monkeys. It’s ideal for kayakers of all ages and abilities, and part of a four-day escape to a secluded lodge that also includes plenty of pool and hammock time. Younger visitors will enjoy the opportunity to meet local children and help them with their English lessons.
An abundance of cultural treasures
Traveling across Europe opens your eyes to a world of unparalleled culture and history. It often seems impossible to choose between the Renaissance art of Florence and the Impressionist paintings of Paris; Germany’s Bavarian castles and the bustling multicultural London streets. The wealth of knowledge acquired in Europe is an asset of a lifetime – its only rivals being the people and food you’ll encounter along the way! Close proximity of individual countries makes it easy to incorporate any number of them into your trip, while each country is more than worthy of a focused, extended stay as you immerse yourself in the culture and communities.
The Possibilities Are Endless
Set to a backdrop of an impressive variety of landscapes, from lush tropical rainforests to the breath-taking Rocky Mountain range, North America offers a unique adventure for every traveler. Take a road trip along the Pacific Coast highway, zip-line through Canada’s temperate rainforests, or journey through Mexico’s Copper Canyon by train. The endless opportunities of the land will leave you wanting to discover more.
