Oakland University (OU) Students Study Tropical Field Ecology in Costa Rica For Macy Jackson, studying abroad opens the door to experiences that simply aren’t possible within the U.S. The environmental science major was among a group of OU students who recently spent 10 days in Costa Rica for a class in tropical field ecology. “Being immersed in the natural world gives me the opportunity to better understand ecosystems that exist in different biomes,” she explained. “Most of the United … [Read more...]
Top Travel Destinations for 2015
February 19, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Top Travel Destinations for 2015 Every travel expert, travel website, or major news outlet has published a list of the top travel destinations to consider in 2015. Here are a few of those lists to peruse as you and the family curl up by a fireplace, drink hot chocolate and try to stay warm over the next several days. U.S. News Travel Paris London Barcelona Maui New York City San Francisco Puerto Rico Sydney Rio de Janeiro Bora Bora Travelzoo Brazil Puerto … [Read more...]
Ireland, Costa Rica, and Italy
October 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
My Favorite Destinations As a travel writer, I'm often asked "Where is your favorite place to visit?" And the funny thing about travel writers is that they really don't have one place that is their favorite. We have many, and for different reasons. I usually answer with Ireland, Costa Rica and Italy. Sometimes I answer, "wherever I go next" or "anywhere I haven't been," but I'm sure you want more detail about my responses. Ireland for the People The Irish are super friendly; Ireland … [Read more...]
Learn the Ropes of a Canopy Tour in Costa Rica
December 28, 2011 by Leave a Comment
What is a “Canopy Tour?” It’s a thrilling ride you won’t find at any amusement park and it takes place high above the jungle floor. Costa Rica is one of best places to experience this unique way of visiting a rain forest. Anywhere you stay (resort, hotel, or cottage) will have a line on doing a canopy tour. Usually within an hour drive of your accommodations, there are several adventure outfitters offering to string you up and send you flying. Make reservations for early in the day (before it … [Read more...]
