Archive for March, 2008

Spas & Yoga Retreats: Costa Rica & Mexico

Latin America is full of luxurious hotels but when it comes to spa hotels and yoga retreats, two destinations clearly stand out - Mexico and Costa Rica.  In South America itself, there are very few genuine yoga retreats. For the ultimate relaxing vacation, here’s a few suggestions for those looking for a yoga retreat or spa in […]

Panama Road Trip - Pacific Beaches near Panama City

The final post about our recent Panama road trip - details on our stay on Panama’s Pacific Coast jut outside of Panama City.

Panama Road Trip - Santa Catalina & Coiba Island

Details of our recent trip to Santa Catalina (great for surfing) and Coiba Island (amazing beaches and underwater wildlife).

Panama Road Trip - Azuero Peninsula

A continuation of the post on our recent Panama road trip - details of the amazing beaches on the Azuero Peninsula.

Panama Road Trip - Pearl Islands & El Valle

With one free flight courtesy of Continental’s Onepass frequent flyer programme, my girlfriend and I flew to Panama and picked up a hire car to scope out some beaches for a couple of weeks.

Perla Real Inn, Contadora, Pearl Islands, Panama

We visited the Perla Real Inn, an upmarket bed and breakfast hotel on Contadora Island in Panama, some 15 minute walk from the airport that is served by both Air Panama and Aeroperlas.

Miss World - Latin Candidates

Here’s a selection of some Miss World photos - and some of the finest Latin American candidates that have been seen over the years.