From the calm canals to the turbulent Caribbean surf. A journey through a reckless swim, a brush with mortality, and the terrifying beauty of the sea.
Puerto Jiménez – Day 2: Potatoes and Dolphins
From cooking feasts and Grey’s Anatomy marathons to a sunset boat tour. A journey through dolphins, gold mining history, and the glowing waters of Puerto Jiménez.
Montezuma – Day 3: Romance and Bonfires
From a hostel medical emergency to a romantic beach bonfire under the stars. A journey through saving lives, coffee-fueled writing, and the magic of Montezuma.
Monteverde – Day 2: The Legendary Bird
From spotting the elusive resplendent quetzal to a night tour in the jungle. A journey through cloud forests, rare wildlife, and the magic of Monteverde.
FOREWORD
Introduction to a travel journal written in Latin America and around the world during a gap year taken between 2022 and 2023.