Above in the photo are normal Dominicans in Puerto Plata, north on the island, present at the February Carnival in the Dominican Republic. The Dominican dress code seems pretty elaborate right here, but that is just for the carnival. Apart from the month of February (the carnival month in the DR), the general Dominican dress…
It is no surprise that lots of Canadians travel to Cuba. After traveling regularly to Cuba for five years, I have met Canadians traveling to and in Cuba “everywhere”. This is probably why 500 people search online for “How long is the flight from Toronto to Cuba?” every month! It seems that Torontonians (is that…
Even if you are enjoying a pampering holiday in the Cuban resort heaven Varadero, you can easily visit the infamous Cuban capital, Havana, for a day or two with the convenient Varadero to Havana bus service. It is super easy and super cheap to take the bus (and yes, there is air conditioning on the…
If you have found your way to Havana Cuba, that is really great, and I hope you are having a blast exploring the Cuban capital. But while there, you need to know that it is only a few hours from Havana to the beautiful Vinales Valley, home of the coveted Cuban cigars. I have visited…
Wondering how to get yourself from Montego Bay to Kingston when you are visiting Jamaica? I traveled around the island for over a month and tried them all. You can get a taxi, find a private transport option or a rental car, take one of the bus routes, or go on an organized trip from…
When deciding between Key West vs Miami for a vacation, it can be a tough call. I have stayed in Miami for long periods of time the last few years (love Miami), and I just visited Key West for a while this summer. In my opinion, Key West is definitely the more laid-back and tranquil…
The large pink sign that welcones you to the small mountain village of Monteverde in Costa Rica, with green hills in the background
Are you planning a solo vacation to the beautiful Florida Keys but can’t decide where to go? Both destinations offer lots of activities, beaches, natural beauty, tropical waters, and adventures on land, on the sea, and below the sea! I have to tell you upfront: I LOVED Key West as a solo female traveler (so…
Colonial city Cartagena is a traveler’s paradise, nestled on Colombia’s Caribbean coast, a port city with colorful colonial architecture, stunning beaches, and rich cultural heritage. And a vibrant nightlife. With its incredibly lively nightlife scene, Cartagena is attracting party animals from all over the world. There are small, intimate bars, huge, airy rooftop clubs, and…
Do you feel like you’re stuck in a morning coffee rut, making the same old brew every morning (as long as it’s hot)? In that case, it is time to really shake things up and explore the world of the best Cuban coffee you can find. Before I stayed in Cuba over time, I had…