Central America – Page 4 – VirtualWayfarer

BackpackingJanuary 20, 2010March 9, 2011

Caye Caulker – Belize’s Hidden Gem

When I talk about Belize - Caye Caulker (pronounced Key-Caulker) - is the place that quickly comes to mind as my favorite. The somewhat sleepy island village is a backpacker's dream. Beautiful water, exciting day trips, two delightful hostels, dirt roads, golf cart transportation, cheap prices a…

BackpackingJanuary 13, 2010March 9, 2011

Snorkeling in Belize – Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley

The morning had been delightful. My nap had been enjoyable and now it was time to get to work. Eager to finally have a chance to see the reef and go for a swim I quickly booked the trip, tried on my fins and snorkel a…

BackpackingJanuary 13, 2010March 9, 2011

Exploring the City of San Pedro in Belize

Rested, well fed and eager to explore San Pedro I rolled out of bed and just barely remembered to throw on my swimming trunks before stumbling out into the open 2nd story porch area that led to my room. With sleep sti…

BackpackingDecember 30, 2009March 9, 2011

Shipwrecked on the way to San Pedro

After a relatively early start I set off to catch the 11AM bus from Playa del Carmen, Mexico down to Chetumal, Mexico. The plan was to cross the border into Belize, head to Corozal and then catch a water taxi or cheap…

BackpackingDecember 26, 2009March 9, 2011

Dos Ojos, Tulum, Akumal and Four Guys in a Car

**Make sure to catch the video [here]! Despite forgetting to bring a watch/alarm clock/time piece of any sort waking up before 9AM was easy. Between the heat, the sun and the humidity it's almost impossible to be a…

BackpackingDecember 26, 2009March 9, 2011

The Start of A Travel Adventure – Playa Del Carmen

*I'll start this post by sharing one of the joys of travel. Though the post itself will be presented chronologically - it's currently the 26th of December. I'm sitting in an internet cafe in San Ignacio on the Belize/Guatemala border and relaxing. Not 5 minutes ago a friend I made during a 3 day …

BackpackingDecember 15, 2009October 26, 2011

The Packing Video – Belize and Mexico in December

***Update as of 1/13/09 I have returned to the states and will be doing a re-cap. The above list needs significant commentary as I overpacked/packed for a climate that was far colder than what I encountered. Th…

Central AmericaOctober 28, 2009March 9, 2011

Belize Bound – What Should I See?

My next trip is booked. Well, the airfare and time off work is at least! I'm now in that month(s) long stage of tantalizing anticipation as I eagerly wait to throw my gear in a backpack, fold myself into a crappy airlin…