Join us for a Thanksgiving birding adventure in Costa Maya and Belize! From rare lifers at the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary to a unique conservation partnership between a local birding tour and a working farm, discover our top tips for cruise-ship birders.
Before we became birders, our vacations were about beaches, food, and fun. But once you start birding, every trip becomes an opportunity to see the world differently—through binoculars! When Royal Caribbean rolled out a Black Friday sale, we jumped at the chance to revisit Cozumel and Belize, this time with a birder’s perspective, and add a brand-new destination: Roatán. As it turned out, Belize didn’t go as planned, but the journey still delivered unforgettable birding moments and a few lifers we’ll never forget.
Our Panama and ABC Islands birding cruise added 62 species and 10 lifers while exploring five Caribbean ports. A perfect blend of travel and birding adventure.
Our last leg of the Costa Rican journey was to the remote Osa Peninsula, and we couldn't have been more ready. We were up early the next morning to explore the beautiful grounds. Carlos proved to be a fantastic birder, and we saw 54 species on our walk, with the highlight being a brief glimpse of the endemic Buff-rumped Warbler. In all, we found 170 species with 101 life birds!
Join us as we explore the coastal beauty of Quepos, Costa Rica. We highlight the best birding spots, including the famous Tarcoles Crocodile Bridge and Manuel Antonio National Park, plus tips for your next birding adventure
We celebrated a milestone birthday in the lush cloud forests of Costa Rica. Discover our experience at the nature reserve Hotel Villablanca, our quest for the Resplendent Quetzal, and the 50 lifers we added to our list