Road & Rail

Frequently updated, we bring the most informative and interesting stories from the road and rail sectors around the world.

This is where you will find features written by us as we travel by vehicle and train. TheHoworths report and review top campsites, great hotels, fabulous restaurants, unusual train journeys and fascinating places to visit.

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Guacamole and Tortillas

Guacamole and Tortillas

Eating Guacamole dates back to at least the 16th century when it was made by…

Nayara Springs An Adults Only Adventure

Nayara Springs An Adults Only Adventure

When the adventure of hiking and canyoning all gets too much there is nothing better…

The Arenal Volcano has an Unavoidable Presence

The Arenal Volcano has an Unavoidable Presence

As one of the country’s most scenic and easily accessible areas, the Arenal Volcano is…

High Adventure Playground for Grown ups

High Adventure Playground for Grown ups

Possessing a total national territory of just under 20,000 square miles, Costa Rica is one…

Fruits of the Forest

Fruits of the Forest

For all of its apparent blandness the Tico diet is fairly health and for the most…

Casado The Meal for the Married Man

Casado The Meal for the Married Man

Ticos (the people of Costa Rica) are, it might be said slightly less adventurous eaters…

The Frog and the Butterfly

The Frog and the Butterfly

It could be the name of a good old fashioned English pub but the frog…

Take to The Volcanic Hills

Take to The Volcanic Hills

From the dry tropical forests of Papagayo in Guanecaste it is a three hour drive…

Costa Rica Protects the Environment at All Costs

Costa Rica Protects the Environment at All Costs

Costa Rica meaning “rich coast” in Spanish is, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama…