Our Travel Experts: Central America

Name:
Tracey Kleber
Phone:
916-830-5803
Special Interests:
hiking, bicycling, motorcycling, adventure travel, painting & day trips
Central America is a melting pot of ethnic and cultural diversity. It is home to some very important archeological sites such as Tikal in Guatemala and Copan in Honduras, as well as hundreds of bird species, exotic plants and animals. The adventure traveller can go hiking through the rainforests, experience the thrill of scuba diving, the cloud forest canopy tour, white water rafting, biking or visit the hotsprings near an active volcano. Experience a cruise through the Panama Canal or witness a giant leatherback turtle laying her eggs. Central America is my specialty and I have travelled there many times. Please contact me to make your dream adventure trip a reality.
Name:
Linda Martin
Phone:
800-850-3224, ext 19121
Special Interests:
hiking in the rainforest, river rafting, snorkeling, scuba diving & touring the Mayan ruins
Central America is one of the best keep secrets! It has so much to offer: jungles, beaches, white river rafting, volcanoes, hot springs, scuba diving, canopy tours, hiking, rain forest and lots more. The scenery alone is well worth the trip and then to have all the different choices, five-star resorts to jungle lodges, makes it a wonderful area to visit and fun to plan a trip to. I recently returned from Costa Rica, and have traveled to Belize and Honduras. I would love arranging a vacation for you to any of these areas and I know you will return with such great memories, you will want to go back again.
Name:
Linda Lewis
Phone:
800-343-9779, ext 15423
Special Interests:
diving, snorkeling, birding & wildlife viewing, jungle trekking, canopy walking, & ruin hopping
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You don’t have to travel far for fantastic scenery, exotic animals and eclectic adventure choices, still maintaining the sense of being in a faraway land where time seems to have conveniently stopped. The countries of Central America and the states of Mexico offer a cornucopia of adventure, exploration, ancient history and incredible art, to mention but a few attractions. These are still as yet somewhat “undiscovered” in comparison to the usual vacation list toppers like Hawaii and Caribbean Islands. If your penchant is relaxing on stark white sand beaches at a 5-star hotel or, on the other side, 4-wheeling yourself to hot springs, volcanoes, rainforests or mysterious Mayan ruins, Central America and the interior of Mexico is a place that is a “must” to consider. Perhaps you would like a combo of both luxury and soft adventure. No problem! It is ALL available for you.

Whether diving or snorkeling islands of Honduras or Belize, hiking the lush, verdant countryside of Costa Rica or watching the magical Day of the Dead celebration in Oaxaca, this will be a vacation that feels like a vacation. I’ve had the opportunity to travel extensively around these beautiful countries, communicating with the locals, exploring their secrets and I can assure you, these are destinations that beg to be discovered. Do it NOW before they get too discovered. Please contact me for professional travel planning to this amazing area of our planet.
Name:
Robbie Hanna
Phone:
800-850-3224, ext 19172
Special Interests:
relaxing in volcanic pools, spa treatments, river rafting, boating, snorkeling & animal watching
For years my friends and I have called Costa Rica “Disney Rica” because of the kid-like amazement everyone feels when they visit. Whether you want to be driven around by a private driver, be own your own, or be part of a group, I can plan a trip to Central America for you that you will love! From the rain forest, volcanoes and surf of Costa Rica; to the Guatemalan culture where you can tell where the people are from by their dress, and the spectacular Mayan ruins of Tikal; to the luxury jungle resorts or the fabulous diving off the cost of Belize, Central America is special. I am here to help you plan your next adventure!
Name:
Suzanne Allswang
Phone:
800-850-3224, ext 19179
Special Interests:
small ship cruising, jungle trekking, local crafts & shopping
Testimonials
Central America is a wonderful soft adventure destination. You can travel inland by four wheel drive vehicle, or take a small cruise ship along the coast, going into the rain forest every day, guided by naturalists and experiencing the beautiful flora and fauna very easily. Call me for details and let me share my wonderful experiences with you.

Our Central America and Costa Rica vacation experts are ready to help you plan your travel to Costa Rica or Central America. Select an expert by clicking on their name to email them, or if you prefer, give them a call. 

Costa Rica
is for the nature lover and adventure traveler. A tourist can see up to 4 species of monkeys, a three-toed sloth, hundreds of species of birds, such as the scarlet macaw and quetzal, crocodiles, the list is endless. Activities range from sport fishing, hiking, scuba diving, white water rafting, golf, bicycling, canopy tours, to a visit to one of the many hot springs, active Arenal volcano, cloudforests and rainforests.

Ecotourism is the main industry for the country, and the government has protected over 30 percent of the land in the form of National Parks or biological reserves. Temperatures are moderate year round, with the warmest months being March through May. The dry season is generally December through April, and is high season with the best weather. Green season is from May through November and can be the most economical with the least amount of tourists. The green season is also the best time to see the sea turtles nesting.

Monteverde National Park is one of the most well known and famous for bird watching and hiking. A first time visitor should not miss a side trip to Arenal Volcano, the third most active in the world and known for Tabacon Hot Springs. Manuel Antonio National Park offers beaches and rain forest all in one. Tourists can also visit one of the many beaches up the Pacific Coast in the northern Guanacaste Province. On the Caribbean coast, a visit to Tortuguero National Park offers clients wildlife viewing, jungle river cruises, and visiting the nesting sea turtles. Corcovado National Park in southwest Costa Rica is great for the adventure traveler looking for a more remote pristine area full of many endangered species.

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