An Eco-Island on the Sierpe River in Costa Rica
We stood on the edge of the Sierpe River. A small motorboat appeared in the distance. It pulled into a rickety wooden dock.
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How to Get a Complimentary Stay as a Travel Blogger
I thought that complimentary stays were something that only the big name, established travel bloggers received and something that us grass roots travel bloggers only dreamed about. That is not the case. Even if you’re a relatively new travel blogger,…
6 Cute Pets that Will Make You Want to House Sit
We’ve been living well for less in Costa Rica, house sitting in the mountains surrounding San Jose. One of the best things about this house sit has been the animals: 10 dogs and a cat. It sure is a lot of…
Hacienda Baru: Adventure in the Costa Rican Rainforest
When we walked into Hacienda Baru, we didn’t know that we would soon be climbing to the treetops of the Costa Rican rainforest.
Authentic Jungle Tipis in Costa Rica
Standing on the roadside, we see a wooden sign. It reads: Tipi Jungla. A painted arrow directs us up a rubble track.
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Best and Worst Couchsurfing Stories From Around the World [NSFW]
When you get that message through on Couchsurfing saying someone has agreed to host you, it’s always really exciting. You’re going to meet someone new, see the local side of a place, and have an awesome time – or are…
Travel Blogging: Build Your Audience, Improve Rankings and Earn Money
When I started Charlie on Travel six months ago, I thought I’d read enough internet articles and spent enough time blogging on a free WordPress platform for my new travel blog to be smooth sailing. Not so. Even after six months…
Taiwan Travel Guide
After a year living and travelling in Taiwan, Luke and I know that little sweet potato shaped island pretty well. Taiwan is a bit of a hidden gem in Asia. While backpackers flock to Thailand and Vietnam, and adventurous travellers…