Category: Latin America

Any visitor to Panama is likely to spot indigenous Guna women. Their brightly colored clothes—and the distinctive bead sleeves they wear on their arms and legs—are eye-catching. But the cloth molas they sew by hand and sell will fascinate you.

Panama and its famous canal have been in the news a lot lately. Learn why, and discover fascinating facts about the canal’s significance, history, and operations. I also share tips for planning a visit—either on your own or with a guide.

I take prudent steps to stay safe while traveling and mitigate risks as best I can. But sometimes fate and luck play a role, as they did when a strange series of events saved me from a terror attack in South America.

Costa Rica is renowned for its biodiversity and conservation efforts. With 30+ national parks and wildlife refuges, it’s hard to decide where to begin your explorations. I have the answer for you— and included some photos to inspire your next visit.

How a blog post about stolpersteine in Prague revealed the lingering effects of Argentina’s “dirty war” — and the plight of 30,000 missing adults, teenagers, and infants.

Costa Rica is a travel hot spot. It’s no wonder, with surprises like this one… and now’s the time of year to be on the lookout!