Tom Harris · Outbound Lynx

Tom has spent the last eight years exploring North, Central, and South America, with extended stays in Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and across the US mainland. His writing combines on-the-ground experience with actionable logistics — the kind of detail that saves you time and money on the road.

Areas of Expertise

Caribbean and Central America travel (Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Mexico)
US destinations, state parks, and island guides (Hawaii, Florida, Pacific Northwest)
Canada road trips and outdoor adventure
Travel budgeting, logistics, and itinerary building

Writing Approach

Tom writes destination guides built on real travel experience. Every recommendation comes from personal visits — he includes the practical details (costs, transport options, timing, crowd levels) that turn a rough idea into a workable trip plan.

Articles by Tom Harris (124)

Editorial cover image of a golden-hour sunset sweeping across diverse American landscapes, from coast to desert to city silhouettes.

2026-06-27

Best Places to Watch the Sunset in the USA

Most people arrive too late. This guide to the best places to watch sunset covers costs, access, and timing, updated for 2026.

Golden hour landscape over Paynes Prairie wetlands near Gainesville, with tall grasses in foreground and a warm, dramatic sky

2026-06-27

Things to do Gainesville FL - 1-3 day plans and costs

Most visitors rush Gainesville; the win is using it as a springs base. This guide to things to do gainesville fl is updated for 2026.

Golden-hour panorama of West Palm Beach coastline with palm-lined promenade

2026-06-26

West Palm Beach Florida: Things to Do in 1 Day

The best things to do in West Palm Beach Florida cluster downtown: Flagler Museum is $28, the zoo covers in 2-3 hours, and Brightline reaches Miami.

Editorial wide shot of Cocoa Beach at golden hour, featuring the shoreline, a distant pier, and calm water to illustrate free or low-cost activities

2026-06-26

Free Things to Do in Cocoa Beach Florida: Day Plans

SpaceX launches and manatees cost $0, yet most visitors blow $15-$20 on pier parking. A budget map of free things to do in Cocoa Beach Florida.

Golden-hour wide shot of Jacksonville’s riverfront with silhouettes of kayakers on the St. Johns River, park trees in the foreground, and the downtown skyline in the distance.

2026-06-26

Things to Do in Jacksonville Florida by Neighborhood

The top things to do in Jacksonville, Florida spread across zones: the #4 US zoo, a free-Tuesday art museum, and beaches 40 minutes east. Pick your base first.

Panoramic Tampa skyline at golden hour along the riverfront with palm silhouettes and calm water

2026-06-25

Things to Do in Tampa Florida: 1, 2 or 3-Day Plans

Most things to do in Tampa Florida cluster within a 20-minute radius, but Busch Gardens jumps from $59.99 online to $147.99 at the gate. Plan first.

Golden-hour panoramic Naples coastline with beach, mangroves, and distant pier

2026-06-25

Things to Do in Naples Florida: Beaches and Gardens

20 things to do in Naples Florida, ranked by worth-the-detour: beaches average $6-8 parking while lodging hits $386 a night in peak season.

Costa Rica eco-lodge along a rainforest river at golden hour, emphasizing sustainable travel

2026-06-16

Costa Rica Wildlife Safety: 8 Habits to Know

With 20+ venomous snake species, Costa Rica wildlife safety hinges on eight habits, not fear; most bites come from accidental contact off-trail.

Editorial panorama of Costa Rica on a budget: jungle, coast, and simple lodgings in one frame

2026-06-16

Cheap Accommodation in Costa Rica: $8-$80 by Town

October rates run 42% below the annual average and 1 km off the beach saves $20-$40 a night: cheap accommodation in Costa Rica is about when and where.

Editorial shot of Costa Rica adventure gear laid out on a dock with jungle and ocean in the background during golden hour.

2026-06-16

Costa Rica Gear Rentals: Prices, Where, When to Book

Surfboards run $15-30 a day but quality hiking boots are nearly unrentable in Costa Rica. Gear clusters by activity not city, so plan rentals by route.

Juxtaposition of Costa Rica luxury and budget eco-lodges in a single editorial spread, with rainforest backdrop

2026-06-16

Best Eco Lodges in Costa Rica: CST Leaves and Costs

Costa Rica's best eco lodges run $60 to $1,200 a night, but only 4-5 leaf CST ratings prove they're genuinely green, not greenwashed marketing.

Editorial panorama of Tamarindo coastline at golden hour with palm silhouettes and distant surfers

2026-06-15

Things to Do in Tamarindo Costa Rica: An Honest Guide

Five experiences and three skips: this things to do in Tamarindo Costa Rica guide ranks surf, markets, and boat trips by what's worth your limited time.