Articles related to "Coffee Plantations"

Costa Rica, while not the world´s largest coffee producer, has a reputation for fine quality coffee according to the National Coffee Association of USA Inc.

Coffee is a staple food for most people, as well as being a gourmet delight, especially shadegrown organic coffee. Who knew we had bats to thank for the great taste?

5 minutes away from downtown Copan, Macaw Mountain allows visitors a view into the world of exotic birds amidst a natural botanical garden.

Cafe Britt has a multitude of Coffee Tours from it's plant in Heredia, not far from San Jose, Costa Rica.

Joint project provides support for farmers to provide shade-grown coffee from the rainforests of El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve in Chiapas while protecting its environment.

Cuba's UNESCO World Heritage Sites pay homage to the Spanish settlers who made the island their home. A heritage that has endowed the island with sites of great beauty.

Eadweard Muybridge arrived in Guatemala in May of 1875. He visited 11 cities.

From the time when Missionaries first introduced coffee trees to Hawaii in 1827, coffee has flourished and became a major mainstay product in the Islands.

It was the life of Karen Blixen that was immortalized in the movie, "Out of Africa". Her story illustrates the life of a European settler in Africa.

Brief biography of Danish writer Karen Blixen who wrote under the pseudonym Isak Dinesen.

You may be hearing more and more about Organic, Fair-Trade and Shade Grown Coffee. You're wondering what all the fuss is about? You just want your morning Cup-o-Joe!

Shown at the London Film Festival, White Material sees Isabelle Huppert starring as a coffee plantation owner refusing to leave her property as civil war breaks out..

North American songbirds face many threats, such as habitat loss, pesticides, collisions with windows, and house cats. Minimizing hazards can help imperiled species.

The Costa Rica coast to coast biking challenge called La Ruta covers 360km and 14,000m of total ascent over 4 days. Only the elite of mountain bike racing usually apply.

Tourism in Kerala brings to mind the beaches, monuments, temples and palaces. The hill stations are a different experience as opposed to tourism in the plains.

Summer heat starts to build up in India in March, and in April and May many areas are unbearably hot. So where to go to cool down in India?

South India travel highlights include beautiful Hindu temples, palm-fringed tropical beaches and a chance to see wild elephants in South India's national parks.

Controversial biologist Marc Van Roosmalen's discovery of two more species of titi monkey are another reason conservation groups call for better rainforest protection.

On a plain beneath the outermost edge of the Himalayan range lies Chiang Rai, until recently one of Thailand's best kept secrets. It's Thailand's Northern Gem.

From fair trade to organic, green coffee is growing in popularity as consumers show concern for how their morning cup is grown and traded.

Appeal to your sense of adventure in the heart of Jamaica. This bike tour includes beautiful scenery and a cultural look at the production of world famous coffee.

Colourful birds, huge butterfly house, orchid garden and spectacular waterfalls plus the luxurious Peace Lodge, 1 of 6 "Small Distinctive Hotels of Costa Rica".

Costa Rica's Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is an ideal rainforest experience.

Visiting Monteverde and nearby Santa Helena village is almost like going on a retreat. Windy dirt roads lead to two splendid national parks and some great wildlife.

Port Antonio, Jamaica offers an unique opportunity to enjoy uncrowded Caribbean beaches and to also explore the ecology and culture of the nearby Blue Mountains.

Puerto Rico offers a variety of small family-owned lodging options, special not only for their affordability, but their proximity to the island's unique attractions.

Savor the Gastronomic Capital of the Caribbean with Puerto Rico Hotel and Tourism Association's Culinary Extravaganza from April 4th through 6th 2008.

Brazil, a simmering blend of samba, sand and sensational food has been further seasoned by the arrival of Japanese migrants about 100 years ago.

Shade grown coffee farmers grow beans with less chemicals that produce richer flavors.

The history of espresso begins with the story of coffee. According to the Kaldi legend, coffee was first discovered by an Abyssinian goat-herd lounging in the hot sun.

San Blas, on the Pacific coast between Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta, is a well-known birding destination. One of the better nearby spots is the village of La Bajada.

The Historical Park of Guayaquil is like stepping into a novel of García Márquez proportions, exuding a magical realism of Guayaquil's past.

Travel can be exciting, but it can also burn a whole in the pocketbook. There are options to make travel free or cut the costs dramatically.