Adventures by Disney: Central and South America

This month I started my look at the unique Adventures by Disney vacation program by highlighting their trips to Asia, Africa, and Australia. This week I’d like to overview Adventures by Disney in Central and South America. Those interested in taking a Disney-led trip to Central or South America have four options: two seven-day-stays in Costa Rica, one the normal Family vacation and one the Family Signature, 10 days in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, or nine days in Peru. There actually aren’t too many differences between the two Costa Rica vacations. On both families get to visit a pineapple … Continue reading

Latin America vs. Europe Dispute Resolved

A few months back I’d written about a the Latin America vs. Europe dispute Wayne and I’d been having. To reiterate: we’ve both been wanting to go on vacation out of the States, but we haven’t been able to agree on where. He wants to see Latin America; I want to see Europe. We finally found a way to settle it once and for all. The Contest Because of the current economic situation, it’s not the best time to head to Europe. I know that. And Wayne really knows that. (The accountant in him was raising objections left and right.) … Continue reading

Marriage Roadblock: Latin America vs. Europe

Wayne and I have run into one of the biggest problems we’ve had in years. One we haven’t been able to find a way of settling without getting very huffy with one another. See, we both have a passion for travel and really want to take an overseas/out of country vacation. We just can’t seem to agree on the same destination. Ever since before I met Wayne I’ve dreamt of going to France. Not so much Paris as somewhere in the countryside. (I’m not a big city person but everyone keeps telling me I should make an exception for Paris. … Continue reading

Adventures By Disney: Costa Rica

Upon your arrival in San José, you’ll be met by and Adventures by Disney representative who will assist with your luggage and transport you to the Real Intercontinental Costa Rica Hotel. There you can unwind from your flight and enjoy the hotel’s facilities at your own pace. You’ll begin your second day in Costa Rica with a welcome reception and breakfast on a private terrace where you’ll meet your fellow adventurers. Then you’ll travel to the La Paz Waterfall and Butterfly Gardens. Lunch will be a picnic in the midst of the rainforest. Later you’ll be transported to the Hotel … Continue reading