El Salvador from the Air

We've Arrived!

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June 28th 2006
3am came incredibly early this morning. It was one of those mornings where you feel like you only just closed your eyes and suddenly the alarm clock is going off. For a second you think you must have set it wrong. Personally, I know it’s way too early when even I don’t want a cup of morning java. I could hardly form sentences when Mike’s mom asked me if I’d like some coffee and toast. I th ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » San José

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Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong techn... ... read more