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Read more about the article 4 Days on the Golden Isles – Walking the Wild Side of the Côte d’Azur
Golden Isles Port Cross Port

4 Days on the Golden Isles – Walking the Wild Side of the Côte d’Azur

If you think the Côte d’Azur is all about row upon row of sun loungers lined up in the tourist hot spots of Nice, Monaco Cannes and St, Tropez, then be prepared to think again. The Côte d’Azur has a wild side. 4 days walking on the Golden Isles could change the way you think about the French Riviera for good.

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Read more about the article Accommodation Review – Lapa Rios Eco Lodge – Lapa Rios
Lapa Rios Eco Lodge Costa Rica Room with a View

Accommodation Review – Lapa Rios Eco Lodge – Lapa Rios

Lapa is the Costa Rican name for the scarlet macaw.  When the American couple who founded Lapa Rios first visited the area, they spotted a number of macaws flying across the jungle in tandem, creating a river of red.  Inspired by this beautiful image, they named the lodge Lapa Rios – River of Scarlet Macaws.  It took them 8 years of searching to find the perfect place to realise their vision of creating an eco lodge in Costa Rica.  They poured everything into it - savings, pension pots, heart and soul.  It was well worth it - this is such a stunning place.

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