Luxury. Location. Once-in-a-lifetime experiences. These are the essentials of truly unforgettable stays. Whether you’re sipping wine in a manor nestled in the Irish countryside or waking up to wildlife on a private island off Tanzania’s coast, the world’s finest hotels redefine what it means to travel well. For 2025, we’ve curated a list of breathtaking properties across the globe—places where […]

As 2025 approaches, it’s time to start planning where your travels will take you. Whether you’re seeking adventure in the great outdoors, cultural immersion, or peaceful escapes, the world offers a plethora of options. Here’s a month-by-month guide to inspire your journeys across some of the most beautiful places in South America, Scandinavia, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Oceania.  January: […]

We’re excited to share the winners of the 2024 “World’s Best Awards” survey by Travel + Leisure, revealing the top resorts in Central America. For the second consecutive year, Costa Rica has swept the category, highlighting its status as a premier travel destination. With seven of the top 10 resorts located in Costa Rica, it’s clear that travelers are captivated […]

In the heart of Central America lies a jewel named “rich coast” for a reason – welcome to Costa Rica, the unparalleled Destination of the Year 2024, as bestowed by Travel + Leisure. In a land where Pura Vida (pure life) is not just a saying but a way of life, immerse yourself in the extraordinary beauty, biodiversity, and adventure […]

Are you yearning to explore the world without straining your budget? Look no further! Here’s the list of 21 phenomenal destinations where your money can go a long way in 2023. These countries offer not only awe-inspiring experiences but also a favorable exchange rate that promises unforgettable adventures without breaking the bank. From pristine beaches to captivating cities, let’s dive […]

Yampu Tours founders, Monica and Jose Irauzqui recently returned from an inspection trip to Costa Rica, checking that all hotels and services are to Yampu’s gold standards, especially during this strange time. The two were thoroughly impressed by the attention to cleanliness and safety at every turn, meeting Yampu’s requirements with flying colors. Sharing some of their experiences and what […]

Being a Digital Nomad, free of restrictions of needing to work in a designated space like an office, has become a growing trend over the last decade as technology becomes more reliable and jobs move to online platforms. Gone are the days of the need for cubicles, small talk at the water cooler, and 9-5 office hours. Work culture is […]

  It’s challenging to plan a luxurious trip without finding yourself using the reoccurring term, Romantic. Romance is often the essence of luxury travel, allowing the adventuresome duet to appreciate the ambiance of their destinations. With this, we have developed a list of the 10 Most Romantic Hotels around the globe, in honor of this love-driven holiday. Spend this Valentine’s […]

The benefits of travel, experiencing the world first hand, is unmeasurable as great positivity stems from seeing the world with one’s own eyes. Paul and Joe Franzetti, a dynamic father-son duo and Yampu Travelers, have managed to bring together their talents and inspiration from their world travels to not only release creative energy, but to inspire others and benefit those […]

By Ellen Lutwak   Ask 10 people to define “spiritual travel” and you will hear 100 responses.   That may sound like a Zen proverb – and enlightened adventurers will offer answers as simple as they are complex. In the context of travel, there are so many paths to take. At the core: transformation.   “Travel itself is always a […]

Yampu is happy to celebrate Hotel Punta Islita’s special opening of Islita School Ten months ago, Hotel Punta Islita enlisted the support of affiliates, friends, guests, and artists to build a special project — Islita School.  The school stands out as a model of how media, art, and an innovative eco-design naturally cools the learning environment in humid tropical climates. […]

We had a wonderful trip!  Thank you again for all of your help.  We loved the ATM [Actun Tunichil Muknaltour], a definite highlight!  We also had fun on our first dive. -Nathan, traveled to Belize June 5, 2016         It was an unforgettable trip. We were very blessed with good weather. Some days we had rain but […]

Yampu’s HR Manager, Marianne, returned last month from an adventure in Costa Rica with delicious coffee and great travel tips in tow. Check out her pictures, experiences, and traveler insights below! In San Jose my sister and I stayed at Grano De Oro- a comfortable hotel with the usual expected amenities. The hotel is an old-style house with rooms that […]

Costa Rica’s National Theater was funded by a tax on coffee and completed in 1897. Recently, its ceiling mural, a tribute to the country’s coffee and banana crops, has been distinguished as one of the world’s 10 greatest ceilings in the world. The ceiling was painted by an Italian master who never visited the country. The painting is known as […]

British Airways will start flying to Costa Rica, their non-stop service between Gatwick Airport and Juan Santamaria International Airport is scheduled for April 27th, 2016. Route will be operated using Boeing 777 with capacity for 275 passengers with three categories of seats.

In a celebration of Earth Day, Vogue names Lapa Rios in Costa Rica a top 6 Most Exotic, Eco-friendly Hotel. Lapa Rios is within a private nature reserve on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula and features 17 secluded bungalows overlooking the ocean. The eco-lodge has a salt-based pool, a guide hut that teaches regional geography and biodiversity, and a canopy rooftop […]

This week on Instagram is dedicated to waterfall images Our selection features Laos, Ecuador and Costa Rica The Tham Phu cave in Laos revealed hidden Buddha statues in 2004. Since then it became a great place to go kayaking and explore. A photo posted by EXPERIENCE MORE WITH YAMPU (@yamputours) on Dec 16, 2015 at 2:47pm PST The spectacular Route […]

This week on Instagram is dedicated to peaceful pictures. Our selection includes relaxing snapshots of Asia and South America. Who wouldn’t like a nice bath in these natural hot spring waters in Costa Rica? A photo posted by EXPERIENCE MORE WITH YAMPU (@yamputours) on Nov 27, 2015 at 2:26pm PST   Yoga class in Argentina by the vines. A photo […]

Now that it’s summer, are you wondering why you didn’t book a vacation? It’s not too late. Take a peek at Yampu’s top ten budget summer trips! The Highlights of Bali — 7 Days starting at $2,608  To the uninitiated, Bali might seem like just another popular tourist destination, but for anyone who visits its shores it is impossible not […]

With the onset of Spring, warm weather and longer days, more of us are getting outside and thinking about that next trip. We want to move and delight in the rejuvenation of life – it’s our mental wake up from a long winter. How will you travel? While usually we focus on the “where” to go next, today we focus […]