Costa Rica: Travel Tips and First Impressions
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Costa Rica: Travel Tips and First Impressions

Recently I spent one month travelling around Costa Rica, the beautiful and green Central American country bordered by two oceans. Over this time, I learned many things that may help future travellers prepare for their time in the land of Pura Vida. Read on to learn about my first impressions and Costa Rica travel tips!

The Best Transit Accessible Hikes in Vancouver, Canada
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The Best Transit Accessible Hikes in Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver is a hub for outdoor activity. No other city (that I’ve experienced so far) has people who love to run, cycle, walk, hike, or do yoga as much as Vancouverites do. Despite the rain almost every day of the year, people on the West Coast of BC continue to enjoy outdoor adventures. Vancouver is also a very transit friendly city. I lived in the city for six years and never owned a vehicle. This didn’t stop me from getting out in nature. There are many amazing hikes and trails that are tran

What to pack for backpacking Costa Rica
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What to pack for backpacking Costa Rica

If you’re looking to travel on a budget and have decided to backpack Costa Rica, your packing list should only include essential items that can be folded up, dry quickly and are lightweight. Costa Rica is a beach and adventure destination, so you’ll want to be prepared for everything from swimming over coral reefs to warding off mosquitos, from hiking on muddy trails to relaxing in natural hot springs. Here are the items I chose to take with me on my trip.