The endangered Quetzal

Hummingbirds and Sloths in the Cloud Forest of Monteverde

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April 12th 2011
We left San Jose, bound for the mountain village of Monteverde, by local bus. That morning I had woken up feeling very nauseous and I wasn’t particularly looking forward to the five hour trip. I was having a reaction to the malaria tablets which I knew would wear off in a couple of days but hoped my stomach would be up to the twists and turns in the road. The countryside was very dry and dusty ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Alajuela

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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