Choosing Costa Rica Romantic Vacation

Costa Rica romantic vacations and excursions are among the top travel suggestions you can find today. There are numerous options when it comes to this island, since it is a fully developed destination offering both traditional and modern eco tourism.

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Enjoying Romantic Costa Rica Honeymoon Vacation

It is said that Costa Rica honeymoon vacation is ranked as one of the top ten destinations in the world today. This is not surprising at all if you are a little familiar with the island, its beauties and its amazing options and selections of activities and landscapes.

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Central America’s Heron -The Green Heron

The Green Heron is a small bird that likes to stalk it’s pray. Native and migrating populations can be found all over Costa Rica as well as in most of Central America. They are quite common along water bodies such as mangroves, beaches and rivers and as most bird species green herons distinguish themselves by their color.

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The Total Spa Experience, Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica

I don’t know about you, but I love to be pampered! But that doesn’t mean that I like the regular spas that have incense burning in a corner and new-age music playing in the background. I want something different.

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Gay Friendly Travel Costa Rica Style

Out of all Central American countries, Costa Rica is by far the most welcoming for gay travelers. It is also one of the only places where same-sex couples are fully protected by the constitution. Plus it is also full of gay-owned and gay-friendly resorts and cozy inns.

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Corcovado National Park In Costa Rica

Costa Rica can be a dream vacation for you because of its natural beauty and appealing wildlife.

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Visit Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge – La Fortuna, Costa Rica

There is so much more to do in the Arenal Volcano & La Fortuna area that a few days is just not enough!

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4 Costa Rican Monkeys

Did you know that there are over 200 mammal species living in Costa Rica? And did you know that out of the 200 species, 100 of them are bats and only FOUR are monkeys!

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Matapalo Beach – The Secret Hideaway On The Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

We had the great opportunity to visit my friends who live in Puerto Jimenez, a cute town on the Osa Peninsula. Puerto Jimenez itself is a fairly big town with a population reaching well into the thousand, maybe even 2. It’s full of expats and I fell in love with it to the point that we were considering moving there for a while.

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Pura Vida, Costa Rica – Reason To Visit This Great Country!

Costa Rica truly is one of the top destinations to visit because of its amazing biodiversity and incredible sceneries ranging from beaches like Coyote and San Miguel to tropical forests. It offers countless options that will make you feel like one with nature

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Most Active Volcanoes Of Costa Rica

Did you know that Costa Rica is the home to over 110 volcanoes? Imagine if they all erupted simultaneously, what would happen? Luckily there are only five active actually. What’s super fun about them is that you can go close enough to see a live lava show.

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Tortuguero Village, Costa Rica

My family and I were traveling along Costa Rica and went to Tortuguero Village through a short boat trip after a yummy breakfast and quick dip in the pool in Mawamba Lodge. We had to walk through the dirt paths that were through the village since there were no cars. Luckily enough, these paths were actually the center of our fun.

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Mawamba Lodge In Tortuguero Costa Rica

You must be wondering why I dedicated a whole article to a lodge, you must be thinking that it must be very good. Yes my friends, it’s THAT great! Even though the place Tortuguero was very warm and beautiful, and was able to take a place on my heart on its own. I could’ve stayed in Mawamba Lodge for a week just to chill out myself! This is why:

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Tortuguero National Park in Costa Rica

There are many places you can’t possibly miss in Costa Rica and one of them is definitely Tortuguero. The trip was so much fun and exciting that I couldn’t help myself but write about it!

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Universities: A Surprisingly Great Travel Stop, Costa Rica

I have a small kid and I’m always looking for new stimulating adventures for him because every kid needs it. Or at least that is what I think. This also helps to get creative with places that sometimes you don’t think of as potential travel destinations. I have discovered some great places because of that but I would never have realized what a gem we are sitting on if I hadn’t gotten married to an academic. These amazing places I’m talking about are:

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Arenal’s Attractions And Costa Rica’s Most Active Volcano: Arenal Volcano

The Arenal volcano is a 1,633 meter high mountain with a perfect conic shape and a crater of 140 meters. It is geologically considered a young volcano and its age is estimated to be less than 3,000 years. The locals also know it as “Arenal Peak” , “Pan de Azcar”, “The Canaste Volcano”, “The Costa Rica”, “Ro Fro Volcano” or “The Guatusos Peak”. It is located in the northern region of the country.

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4 World’s Most Endangered Turtles

There are a total of seven species of sea turtles in the world. Four of them are native from Costa Rica. All of these species are on the highly critical endangered species list.

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5 Hotels to Make Your Trip in Costa Rica Amazing

In this occasion I wrote about Costa Rica’s best hotels for families, groups of friends and honeymoons. I guarantee they will make your Costa Rican vacation a success.

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Growing Trends in Retreat Vacations

People are starting to make a healthier choice when it comes to booking their vacations and looking at specialized retreats. The realities surrounding us are stressful – the economy, healthcare, global warming. Vacations are supposed to reduce your stress levels and wellness retreats are created to do just that. Anamaya Retreat Center in Montezuma, Costa Rica has a variety of retreats that are designed to increase your overall quality of life. They provide a nice alternative to the all-inclusive resort vacation that doesn’t focus on health or wellness.

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Finding The Very Best Best Costa Rica Vacation Rental Houses

When planning a vacation there is no better place than beautiful Costa Rica. Located in Central America with borders on both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean it is a paradise on earth. Whether favoring sand and beach, just having an adventure or studying the country’s wonderful eco-system there are interests for everyone. Fortunately, there are a large number of Costa Rica Vacation Rental Houses available, which will fit anyone’s needs or desires.

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Anamaya Resort in Costa Rica Hosts a Yoga Retreat in Celebration of Springtime and Shri

Newly opened Anamaya Boutique Hotel and Health Resort welcomes Spring through the practice of yoga. At the Anamaya Resort in Costa Rica “Health” is a part of their philosophy. They focus on the health of the Mind, Body & Spirit of their customers as well as on the health of the planet. The resort offers gourmet organic food, spa services, retreat packages and workshops all in accordance with a healthy lifestyle. Practicing yoga is a part of Anamaya’s health regime and has a Spring Yoga Retreat from April 10 – 17, 2010 that celebrates spring and shri in all its glory.

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Getting married in Malpais, Costa Rica

If you have always dreamed that the perfect marriage would take place on a tropical island then you would most probably like holding your wedding in Malpais, Costa Rica. If you fancy having a small Costa Rica boutique hotel all to yourself with your best friends and family, then this is the place for you. What could be more romantic than splashing and playing in the ocean on your wedding day and watching the sunset at night? If this sounds like the right place then you will want to book in advance since this area is very popular for Costa Rica weddings.

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Relax at Jaco Beach Hotels

Going on vacation means time to get away and relax at the Jaco Beach Hotels. There are many rooms with an ocean view and when the windows are open you can hear the waves rolling in and hitting the sand. There is no better way to go to sleep and to wake up in the morning. Being able to see the ocean just brings about a feeling of piece and relaxation that nothing else can give you. Not to mention that the site of the ocean right outside your window is one of the most beautiful sites in the world.

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Several San Jose Costa Rica Hotels to Choose

If you plan to visit Costa Rica for your vacation this year you should consider the variety of San Jose Costa Rica hotels available. Even if you are traveling on a budget, you will find accommodations that put you in the heart of the entertainment and natural wonders of Costa Rica.

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Surf In Puerto Viejo Then Head To Corcovado

While traveling through Central America with a friend, we were not planning on a trip through Costa Rica. We knew that it had become extremely touristy and we wanted to avoid the crowds. The closer we got, and the more we talked to people who had been there, we finally decided to check it out.

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The Beautiful Hotels in San Jose Costa Rica

Finding a place to stay on your vacation can seem like a chore with all of the options that are available to you. When looking at San Jose Costa Rica Hotels you have options of beach hotels, city hotels and of course airport hotels.

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Costa Rica Vacation Rentals

Jaco Beach, apart from being the largest coastal town in Costa Rica, is the closest one to San Jose where the offices of Day Star Properties can be found. Our luxury rental condominiums can be located at Bahia Azul, La Paloma Blanca and Bahia Encantada. So, if your next vacation includes a beachfront, luxury apartment in your dreams, contact Costa Rica Vacation Rentals at Jaco Beach.

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Costa Rica Honeymoon

Are you planning your wedding? Where would you most likely want to go for your honeymoon? Are you dreaming of some exotic, secret hideaway perhaps – pure luxury; somewhere to be pampered?

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Making Batido de Mango in Monteverde, Costa Rica

Traveling offers opportunities to learn and try new foods. I have been traveling Costa Rica and have recently become accustomed to rice and beans. More importantly, the fruits and vegetables of Monteverde, Costa Rica.

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The Ultimate Arenal Costa Rica Hotels

Nayara Arenal Hotel and Gardens is the ultimate of Arenal hotels. This hotel offers private casitas that have awesome views the active volcano. Each casita is tucked away from everyone else so that you have the ultimate privacy. The casitas have large rooms that feature hardwood flooring, and are very spacious. They also have outdoor decks so that you can take in the scenery in your own private area. The most unique thing about the Nayara Arenal Hotel and Gardens is the outdoor showers. When you shower, you feel like you are all alone in nature.

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