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 (121)
Ultimate Guide to a Costa Rica Immersion Experience
Learn how a Spanish immersion program and homestay in Costa Rica can fast-track your language skills while connecting you to local culture.
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Essential Hiking Safety in Costa Rica: Footwear, Hydration, and Navigational Tips
Stay safe hiking in Costa Rica with practical tips on footwear, hydration, GPS navigation, and weather awareness for rainforest trails.
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Costa Rica: Essential Sustainable Travel Tips
Learn how to interact responsibly with Costa Rica's wildlife, understand human-animal conflicts, and support conservation efforts.
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Costa Rica Unveiled: Crafting the Perfect Mix of Thrilling Adventures and Serene Beach Days
Build a Costa Rica itinerary that balances zip-lining and volcano hikes with beach downtime, weather tips, and local culture.
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Eco-Tourism in Costa Rica: A Guide to Responsible Travel
Plan an eco-friendly Costa Rica trip with tips on certified eco-lodges, supporting local artisans, reducing plastic waste, and responsible wildlife viewing.
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Unlock Costa Rica on a Budget : Seasonal Secrets for Affordable Flights & Unforgettable Activities
Save on Costa Rica travel with shoulder-season flights, free cultural events, discount activity apps, and bundled tour packages.
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Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica's Hidden Wonders
Puerto Viejo on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast offers chocolate tours, wildlife rescue visits, surfing, and Afro-Caribbean cuisine.
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Embrace Pura Vida: Unforgettable Experiences in Costa Rica
Plan your Costa Rica adventure with tips on biodiversity tours, transport options, surfing, volcano hikes, and staying safe while traveling.
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Nighttime Lava Flows and Hot Springs at Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
Hike to the crater, watch nighttime lava flows, and soak in hot springs at Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica. Here is what to expect.
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Discover Quepos, Costa Rica : Your Ultimate Guide to Adventure and Serenity
Explore Quepos, Costa Rica, your gateway to Manuel Antonio National Park, world-class sport fishing, and rich rainforest biodiversity.
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Gateway to Adventure: Exploring the Top Costa Rica Airports for Seamless Travel
A guide to Costa Rica's airports, from international hubs SJO and LIR to domestic airstrips serving Drake Bay, Tambor, and Tortuguero.
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Costa Rica's beaches for an unforgettable escape
Explore Costa Rica's wildest beaches, from Nancite's sea turtle nesting grounds to El Jobo's jungle-meets-shore wildlife.
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