I am not usually one to disturb wildlife but I am doing my bit to dispel the myth that these little critters are harmful. They are very docile, as you can see, and completely harmless. I was totally fascinated by this critter and was asking so many questions that I think my guide put it on my face to shut me up! 🙂 Continue reading
Amblypygids
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Night Tour in Drake Bay: Costa Rica
The Night Tour with The Bug Lady was wonderful. It was in fact with two expert guides: Tracie (The Bug Lady), who is a biologist, and her husband Gianfranco, who is a naturalist and nature photographer. Tracie’s special interests are in entomology and arachnology and Gianfranco’s interests are herpetology and (reptiles). Continue reading
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Holiday on Isla Contadora
The rest of the week spent with the Botero family on Contadora Island was truly wonderful. The family really enjoyed my little evening video reviews of the day, so I continued to make them. Continue reading
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Dive!
Unbelievable – I actually went for a dive! No – I actually went for TWO dives! If you know me, then you know this is a big deal and I owe it to a very patient dive instructor who managed to instil confidence and not only get me in the water, but also keep me under the water! A big shout out to Guillermo Schuttke from Coreal Dreams on Contadora Island! My first dive in 9 years after chickening out of many. Continue reading
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Bartolome Island: Pearl Archipelago, Panama
We were somewhat determined to visit the beach we were asked to leave yesterday. There were no “Survivors” or crew in sight so we thought there would be no problem for us to sneak on to the “Tribal Council” – however we did not reckon with the current. Hah! Stumped again!
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Isla Contadora: Day 1
Contadora island is part of the Pearl Archipelago (The Pearl Islands) which are a group of many islands about 1 1/2 hour boat ride from Panama City. I am so incredibly fortunate to be invited here for a week to celebrate Alejandro’s 50th birthday, together with his family. The kids did not know I was coming, so it was a big surprise for them. Especially Camilla who came over from Bogota to be here for her father’s birthday. Walking into the apartment to surprise them was such a great moment! Continue reading
Manuel Antonio & sloths
I took a three hour bus trip to Manuel Antonio on several people’s advice, to visit the national park there. Firstly I stayed at a wonderful hostel called was Hostel Serena Vista. When I arrived I was so pleasantly surprised at the location as well as the super friendly staff. I also really enjoyed chatting to Sonia, the owner, and her partner. The verandah has amazing views and the perfect place to watch the sunset. I would have stayed longer if I did not have commitments, and I would go back there in a heartbeat. Continue reading
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