By: Scott Pralinsky

Chicago Event – Annual Volunteer Appreciation Night
May 18, 2009

As we announced in our last newsletter, we are busy planning our first Annual Volunteer Appreciation Night, which will be held…

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How many turtles will I see while volunteering at Camaronal?
May 15, 2009

There are four different species of turtles that nest at Camaronal. They are the Olive Ridley turtle (Tortuga Lora), the Black…

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Planting Hope
May 7, 2009

Tropical Adventures has begun a program to make our entire operation carbon neutral. In the program, called “Planting Hope", we will…

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Voluntourism: the “good” tourism
May 6, 2009

Tired of visiting the same touristic places? Of taking the same photos as every other tourist in the area? Of having…

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Swine Flu in Costa Rica
May 5, 2009

Costa Rica recently confirmed its first two cases of swine flu a 21-year-old Costa Rican woman and a 28-year-old man. They…

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Tico Holidays!
April 30, 2009

Costa Ricans love a good holiday. No work, getting paid, having fun and  spending time with family. Most of the Costa…

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8 tips to make your vacation responsible!
April 15, 2009

  Wherever your travels may take you, you can contribute to the natural and cultural habits and possessions of that country. Being…

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“A New Eye on Puerto Viejo”
April 13, 2009

Dropping off supplies to a remote village, partying at Puerto Viejo’s numerous reggae bars, and teaching English to eager schoolchildren –…

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Annual Meeting and Celebration in Chicago!
April 6, 2009

             Tropical Adventures, in combination with their partner, Children Incorporated, cordially invite you to our Annual…

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Family travel
April 2, 2009

Thinking of taking a family trip? Why not choose a life-changing voluntour experience in Costa Rica. In 2008 the National Leisure…

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