On the far north-west tip of Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, you’ll find a small fishing town called Coco, and it’s two black-sand beaches – Playas del Coco and Playa Ocotal. Coco is one of the oldest beach communities in the Guanacaste Province, and is a popular tourist destination for both local Ticos and foreigners. To…
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Keeping Fit on the Road ~ My Favorite Fitness Apps
Fitness is a key ingredient in a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Some of us exercise to stay trim, some to relieve stress, and some just so we can get more delicious ‘cheat’ meals in! Either way, it’s always better to keep moving than to be sedentary. No matter what your preference, there’s something out there to…
New Year, New Goals, New You
Twenty Sixteen. Another New Year. Another chance to press the ‘reset’ button, and to refocus ourselves on who we want to be, what we want to accomplish, and where we can improve. New Year Resolutions I’m not one for setting hard and fast resolutions. I know many people can do this, and can succeed, but…
Thai Island Escapes – Part II: Ko Tao
Scuba newbies from all over travel to Ko Tao to learn how to dive. The island is surrounded by crystal clear water and incredible coral reefs that are shallow enough for beginners to explore. It is also one of the world’s cheapest and most popular places to get your open-water dive certification. (However for experienced…