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San José, Costa Rica
hotel options:
Costa Rica Guesthouse (39 CAD)
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La Fortuna, Costa Rica
hotel:
San Bosco Inn (115CAD) hot springs and breakfast included
Arenal Xilopalo (97CAD)
Cabañas SyC (97CAD) free breakfast
***Was told that it's not worth it**
Coffee experience - https://www.starbuckscoffeefarm.com/visit
thermal waters: https://www.tabacon.com/product-category/one-day-pass/
to do: thermal springs tabacon, it's a spa in nature. Many other feel more like a water park
thermal spa: Baldi Q or Springs (famous ppl vacation there) roughly 50$
Arenal volcano park
Arenal volcano park, has one active volcano that has melting lava coming from it (but will need to drive to see it in person). To see the lava we can do the ''Arena volcano path of 1968''
walk around town
**Hot springs: No visit to Arenal is complete without a trip to the hot springs. Soak in pools of varying temperatures surrounded by the lush rain forest. Some of them even have views of the volcano! Best time to go is at night.**
The Rio Celeste waterfall (optional)
free springs - El Choyin
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Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
Arenal volcano park, has one active volcano that has melting lava coming from it (but will need to drive to see it in person). To see the lava we can do the ''Arena volcano path of 1968''
A guide is not required to hike in Arenal Volcano National Park or the 1968 Trails, as paths are well-marked, making self-guided trips easy and budget-friendly. However, hiring a guide is highly recommended to spot wildlife (sloths, snakes, monkeys) and learn about the area's geology and history
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Monteverde, Costa Rica
Where to sleep:
Camino Verde B&B Monteverde Costa Rica (175CAD) -includes breakdast
Monteverde Cloud Forest
cloud forest
Hotel hacienda for the mud bath
playa conchal
Go sleep in santa Elena, if we are tired (optional)
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Costa Rica
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Hotel Hacienda Guachipelín, Costa Rica
no sleep over, just doing mud bath
Hacienda Guachipelin Ranch
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Playa Conchal, Costa Rica
pause on the way to Tamarindo
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Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Where to stay
Glamping Hotel Flor y Bambu - 171 CAD per night
Villa PRAGA Beach House - 184 CAD/ night
Hotel El Manglar y Cantarana - 650 total
Pipe House Playa Grande(where I wanted but we cannot)
1. surf
1.1 Swim in a bioluminescent bay (cruise) - Tamarindo and Manuel Antonio beaches in the evening
4. Hike, swim and climb to La Leona Waterfall
This outing is more than a hike or a waterfall swim – it’s a canyoneering adventure. That’s the only way to describe this excursion down the Río Blanco in Curubandé de Liberia, which involves swimming, scrambling, spelunking, climbing and cliff jumping
6. (optional due to weather and water levels) - Kayak through sea caves
Along the Costa Ballena on the southern Pacific coast, Playa Ventanas is a small but spectacular palm-backed beach that has a special feature: intriguing caves in the cliffs at its north end.
7. (optional) Splurge on a multicourse meal in the sky
San Lucas is not just a restaurant; it's a "dining experience" – that is, a surprise nine-course menu that's also a lesson in Costa Rican history and culture. The food presentations are innovative, interesting and excellent overall, but the highlight is the fantastic setting in the sky. ****only two places per night**
La Leona Waterfall (optional)
9. Discover what happens after dark
Some 70% of animals are most active at night
10.Cruise a jungle lagoon
to do :
Day 1: Arrival and Adventure in Playa Grande
Morning: Arrival
Check-in at Pipe House Playa Grande.
Settle in and explore the unique accommodations.
Afternoon: Surfing in Playa Grande
Take a surfing lesson or rent a board and hit the waves.
Playa Grande is known for its consistent surf breaks, perfect for all levels.
Evening: Explore Playa Grande
Walk along the beach, relax, and watch the sunset.
Enjoy dinner at a beachfront restaurant.
Day 2: Adventure and Bioluminescence
Morning: Hike and Swim at La Leona Waterfall
Embark on a canyoneering adventure to La Leona Waterfall in Curubandé de Liberia.
Swim, scramble, spelunk, and cliff jump through the Rio Blanco.
Afternoon: Relax and Explore Playa Grande
Return to your hotel and relax.
Explore the local area or take another surf session.
Evening: Bioluminescent Bay Cruise
In the evening, head to Tamarindo or Manuel Antonio beaches for a bioluminescent bay swim.
Experience the magical glow of the water under the stars.
horse back riding excursion on conchal beach
Selina - Calle Langosta, Tamarindo Behind Pacific Park building Santa Cruz, Provincia de Guanacaste, Tamarindo, 50309, Costa Rica
to do
Day 3: Nature and Exploration
Morning: Check-out and Move to Tamarindo
Check out of Pipe House Playa Grande and move to your accommodation near Beach Tamarindo.
Afternoon: Santa Elena Mountain and Rainforest Zip Line
Drive to a zip-lining adventure through the rainforest canopy. (maybe Santa elena mountain, but that also depends if I will have enough courage, I kind of want to)
Enjoy the stunning views and thrill of flying over the treetops.
Evening: Discover What Happens After Dark (optional)
Return to Tamarindo for a guided night tour to discover nocturnal wildlife.
Explore the jungle after dark and spot animals that are most active at night.
La Tortuga
Day 4: Waterfalls, Wildlife, and Relaxation
Morning: Visit Rio Celeste Waterfall
go to town and see how life is as a local, is it clean? is it friendly? Do we feel safe? Does it give us a feeling like home or even better?
go surfing as well!!!!!! The time is nigh and I want to surf lots and become so much better. It's also so tiresome.
might do one work day if rainy
- The Blue River Resort & Hot Springs: Full-Day Adventure
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Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Selina - Calle Langosta, Tamarindo Behind Pacific Park building Santa Cruz, Provincia de Guanacaste, Tamarindo, 50309, Costa Rica
to do
Day 3: Nature and Exploration
Morning: Check-out and Move to Tamarindo
Check out of Pipe House Playa Grande and move to your accommodation near Beach Tamarindo.
Afternoon: Santa Elena Mountain and Rainforest Zip Line
Drive to a zip-lining adventure through the rainforest canopy. (maybe Santa elena mountain, but that also depends if I will have enough courage, I kind of want to)
Enjoy the stunning views and thrill of flying over the treetops.
Evening: Discover What Happens After Dark (optional)
Return to Tamarindo for a guided night tour to discover nocturnal wildlife.
Explore the jungle after dark and spot animals that are most active at night.
Day 4: Waterfalls, Wildlife, and Relaxation
Morning: Visit Rio Celeste Waterfall
go to town and see how life is as a local, is it clean? is it friendly? Do we feel safe? Does it give us a feeling like home or even better?
go surfing as well!!!!!! The time is nigh and I want to surf lots and become so much better. It's also so tiresome.
might do one work day if rainy
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Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica, Costa Rica
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Jacó, Costa Rica
Surf Jaco
where to stay: (jaco beach/downtown)
airbnb - it's between 620-700 CAD total
Surf Playa Hermosa
Beach sunsets & walks
Carara National Park (wildlife)
forest aerial trams
Grocery stores, cafés, remote work test, if there is a rainy day
Playa Ventanas caves
Corcovado National Park (optional)
tortuga island that's actually tanarindo
3. Parque Nacional Corcovado; national park with the most animal diversity in the world
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San José, Costa Rica
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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
Airbnb (400-550 CAD total)
jaguar Rescue Center
dog rescue
Playa Chiquita
Manzanillo
Isla Chiquita (optional)
Bike beach town life
Poás: 1.5 h
Poás → Zaguates: 1.5 h
Zaguates → hotel: 45 min
playa negra!!!
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Isla Uvita, Costa Rica
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San José, Costa Rica
Coffee experience - https://www.starbuckscoffeefarm.com/visit
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Panama City, Panama
Living notes:
Where to stay :
airbnb - Charming apartment in panama (450-515CAD for the whole stay)
Coffee places ideas:
Cafein (Jewish owned)
Pita Pan (Jewish owned)
El cafe con teclas (jewish owned and soooo pretty! also brunch place)
Unido (their tim hortons/Starbucks)
Bajareque Coffee House (uses geisha beans which are citrius in nature)
Local (Casa Sucre Coffeehouse )
Leto Coffee (open concept and modern)
Restaurant
Stores to try :
Super Kosher (jewish)
Deli K Mart (Jewish)
Soho Market
super 99 (their Maxi)
We need to work remotely here. The idea is to get a feeling of what it would be like to live here, so we should try a few coffee shops, a restaurant or two.
Must do activities:
1. Panama Canal
2. Taboga beach (30 min with a ferry)
3. Bike to San Francisco (another area that might be interesting to live in)