Category - Uncategorized

17
Sep

Chile: Tsunami warning lifted after earthquake

Chile lifted its tsunami warning on Thursday and Pacific islands experienced only minor waves, hours after a 8.3 magnitude earthquake had led to fears of massive swells. “The tsunami warning is lifted for all national territory,” the Chilean government’s national emergency office said in a tweet. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) had issued a […]

17
Sep

Chile: 1 million evacuated due to magnitude 8.3 earthquake

Eight people have been killed and 1 million evacuated from their homes after a magnitude 8.3 earthquake struck just off the coast of Chile, sending powerful waves flooding into its coastal cities. Coastlines on both sides of the Pacific had braced for possible tsunamis after the quake, although a tsunami alert originally issued for the […]

9
Sep

Top 5 Active Wonders of the World

1) Peru Surrender to the awe of mighty Machu Picchu on enthralling journey through Peru. Experience the clash of cultures that co-exist in thriving, bustling cities full of colour and passion. Meet locals who lead a traditional lifestyle and explore relic sand ruins, ancient stone reminders of the past. Set to the back drop of […]

9
Sep

Recipe: Costa Rican Tilapia

Baked Costa Rican-Style Tilapia with Pineapples, Black Beans and Rice. Serves 4. Ingredients 1 cup long-grain white rice 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1 lime, juiced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon sugar Kosher salt […]

9
Sep

Wildlife Travel

When you think of a wildlife-themed tour, you instantly think Africa. No surprise,with its legendary animals we all learned about in our first childhood picture books: zebras and lions, giraffes and monkeys. Of course Africa is full-on when it comes to wildlife, but it’s far from the only continent which attracts fans of fauna. Costa […]

9
Sep

Active Destination Spotlight: Costa Rica

When you work in the active travel sector, you get pretty used to bandying about pretty exotic destinations and chatting casually about Borneo or Antarctica. But what about the traveller who’s a first-time active traveller? One who’s maybe travelling with kids, or who doesn’t want a long flight? Then we have the answer for you! […]