My time in Costa Rica was very different to what I had expected. The people, the food and the culture all helped create an incredible experience which will live with me for the rest of my life. I have the next week to decide where my next move will take me, and the thought of [...]
Author: beyondthepalms
The Tacoless Taco Man
Food is deeply embedded in the Costa Rican culture. Traditionally it’s a way of life. A source of income from which fisherman, market venders and those running the local sodas depend upon. Simple, and often made from the most basic of ingredients, Costa Rican food epitomises everything the country holds sincere. An appreciation for what [...]
Siete dias en Costa Rica
My first week in Costa Rica is coming to a close and what a memorable week it has been. From the initial five-hour journey out to the pacific coast from San Jose, to sitting here in a sports bar in Samara. I have enjoyed and embraced every moment. For sure, there has been some adjusting [...]
An update from Costa Rica
Over a year in the waiting, something I have always dreamed of but did not think would come to fruition. Now I am here. Today is my first full day in Costa Rica after over twenty-four hours of Travel from Manchester, UK to Playa Samara, Costa Rica. The journey was long and certainly took its [...]
One week to go
With little under a week to go until I leave for Costa Rica final preparations are well under way. This past weekend I celebrated an early 22nd birthday party with my family and friends. My actual birthday will be one week into my move to Costa Rica so plenty to celebrate as I first find my [...]
Paris to Venice
Upon returning from studying in the states I was eager to continue traveling. With one month to spare before I started my final year of University in the North West of England I wanted one last adventure. I had a friend in a similar situation and so without hesitation (or preparation) we booked a 21-day [...]
When will I see you next?
The last few days I have been in London visiting friends and saying goodbye to some others. It was an enjoyable couple of days and some of the pictures I took are now up on Instagram. London has a similar vibe to New York for me, it is the contrast from spending most of my time [...]