A Fer-de-Lance Snake and Poison Frogs On The Bogarin Trail

A Fer-de-Lance Snake along the Bogarin Trail in Costa Rica.

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Seeking a different experience from one we had a couple of days prior, Bob and I opted to revisit a small patch of rainforest on the outskirts of La Fortuna.  It was late afternoon when we signed up for a guided walk on the Bogarin Trail. Read more

Our Hike To La Fortuna Waterfall In Costa Rica

image of la fortuna waterfall, la fortuna, costa rica

How exciting it would be to discover a waterfall deep in a tropical rainforest, a cascade where one can enjoy a refreshing dip in a plunge pool while mist wraps around your shoulders.  Well, hidden among the lush jungle of Costa Rica is one such spot, the La Fortuna Waterfall in Alajuela Province. Read more

Our Hike To Taranaki Falls In Mt. Tongariro National Park

image of highway and mountains, Mt. Tongariro National Park, New Zealand

Receiving word that access to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing was once again forbidden owing to risky conditions, Bob and I had our last day in Mt. Tongariro National Park, New Zealand, wide open.  The morning looked promising with sun shining brightly when we awoke at our lodgings, at Creel Lodge. Read more

Wellington Park Nesting Birds On Little Manitou Lake

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Bob and I planned a more leisurely pace for our third day in the area of Little Manitou Lake in Saskatchewan, Canada.  Local people in the village of Manitou Beach had informed us of a short trail to a lookout overlooking the lake and surrounding area.  They also mentioned that Wellington Park was worthy of a visit, so we thought we’d check it out. Read more

Torrents of Water at Huka Falls in New Zealand

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With winds predicted between 85-95 kilometres/hour on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in New Zealand, our plans for the day were dashed.  The pass was deemed too dangerous to allow access to hikers, so Bob and I resorted to our alternate plan.  We drove back to Huka Falls in Wairakei Park. Read more

A Few Surprises at Warwick Castle, England

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Having read countless novels with stories set in medieval England, a visit to Warwick Castle in the county town of Warwickshire in England intrigued us.  Owned by the Toussaud’s at the time, the Castle was populated with period actors, and demonstrations and re-enactments promised to keep us entertained. Read more

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