Backpacking Gear List For Mom And Two Kids

I pack everything into my Deuter AirContact 60 L. The final total weight of my pack is around 42 lbs, give or take. Our kids take a small backpack which includes their little blanket, stuffy, camera, and a few snacks. They cannot carry much weight, but we still encourage them to carry some so they […]

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Beach Side Bliss of El Tunco, El Salvador

After our 12 hour Ironman shuttle from Nicaragua, through southern Honduras and into El Salvador we settled into “Reef On The Water” next to the shores of the Pacific Ocean. This hotel seemed slightly isolated from any major amenities but the relaxed vibe, in-house restaurant and cliff side infinity pool over the ocean and setting […]

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The Charismatic Charm of Léon, Nicaragua

Having a population of over 213,000 people, it puts Léon at the second most populated city in Nicaragua. Lying a mere 90 kilometres northwest of the nations capital of Managua, and within the lowlands, it also makes it one of the hottest places in the country having an annual average temperature of 28 degrees Celsius. […]

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Colonial History of Granada, Nicaragua

The chicken bus Los Rivas came to a stop on the edge of the main square in Granada. Rows of white horse drawn carriages lined the western edge of the Central Park as other bus’ continued past billowing out plumes of black smoke. After a short look on google maps we confirmed that we were […]

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Volcanic Island of Ometepe, Nicaragua

Once we crossed over the border from the south and piled onto the hand-me-down American bluebird school bus, for $1 U.S. per adult, we both felt like we were now in a place where we belong. Costa Rica was not our style, but Nicaragua had an entirely new feel to it. After sweating it up […]

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Panama City, With Young Kids

Travelling with kids creates the best of memories, especially being able to see through their eyes all the amazing things they take in. Key points about Panama City: 💦 Tap water is safe to drink (Most places, but double check with the locals) NOT safe in Bocas Del Toro 💵 They use US $, coins […]

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