Tom Harris
Americas & Adventure Travel Writer
Travel writer and photographer covering the Americas - from Caribbean coastlines to US national parks. Tom focuses on destination guides, road trips, and practical travel planning.
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 (173)
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Hiking in Costa Rica: Footwear, Water, Maps Guide
Rainforest trails stay muddy over half the year, so hiking in Costa Rica punishes the wrong shoes. Pack grip boots and 2-3 liters before you go.
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Swimming in Costa Rica: Beach Flags and Safety
Rip currents cause 80% of lifeguard rescues, not sharks. Before swimming in Costa Rica, learn the flag colors that vary by beach and how to escape a rip.
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