Festivals in Ecuador offer a great chance to get insight into local culture and traditions in one of South America’s most interesting countries. Some date back to Spanish Colonial era, some to the Inca period, and at least one probably goes back to simpler agrarian times before the indigenous people dealt with invaders from near [&hellip
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Even when there’s nothing happening in the area, Placencia, Belize has a whole lot going for it. It has the best mainland beaches, a fun and walkable village, and great tropical weather. If you come at the right time of the year though, you get a little extra if you can check out one of [&hellip
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Have you ever taken one of those vacations as a couple where you’re really looking forward to a relaxing break from work and some romantic time together, only to encounter a swimming pool full of screaming kids? Or did you go to a resort with a separate adults-only pool but found it to have a [&hellip
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Expats all over the world will often say, “I wish I had made the move earlier” and talk up their better life abroad. According to a recent survey though, expats in Mexico are the happiest of them all. InterNations, a global network for expatriates, interviews its members about life abroad every year. What do they [&hellip
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Most tourists who fly to Belize don’t venture too far away, ending up in Ambergris Caye not far across the water from Belize City. For those who want a more laid-back location with better beaches, there’s a peninsula further south that’s ideal and there are plenty of things to do in Placencia if you want [&hellip
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Are you looking for a relaxing getaway on Mexico’s Pacific coast, where every detail is taken care of? Where your only responsibilities are sunbathing on the beach or enjoying exciting activities and excursions? You won’t need to wait for a waiter to get to other guests or have trouble scheduling a room cleaning with one [&hellip
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