After getting off the boat from Tortuguero we jumped in Wesley and made our way over to the East coast and South to Puerto Viejo. We pulled into Puerto Viejo pretty late at night and found a great little place to camp on the beach next to a hostel. That night we went out for pizza and some amazing fruit shakes before tucking in for the night.
The next day we got up early and did a little shopping in town. We had a few presents to pick up and had a nice time exploring the roadside stands. After Devin did a little work we headed to the beach for some swimming and sun. The beach was beautiful with clear water and many palm trees dotting the beach. Following the bright sunshine we took a little walk down the beach to Rocking J's. Rocking J’s is an intriguing hostel that has mosaics everywhere and was definitely designed with an artist eye. Devin and I taught Bev Mexican
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Puerto Viejo Camping on the beach
Posted by
Aleale 989 days ago
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AC is not overrated
Posted by
Aleale 989 days ago
(http://www.travelpod.com)
So we stayed two nights in the tree house ... amazing! We cooked our meals, played epic frisbee on our private beach, napped in the hammocks etc ... BUT, after the 2nd night in the mosquito netting and the VERY REAL sounds of the jungle srrounding us, we wondered what it might be like to stay at the 5 star resort we'd passed up the street (pretty sure the only one on this coast). So we headed to the internet cafe, snagged a decent rate on Expedia, packed up and headed to Le Cameleon .... all I can say is "WOW". From the cool drinks they handed us at check in, to the amazing rooms (all white, but they change the color scheme everyday ... when we checked in our room was black and red, today it's yellow and green ... they even change the pictures on the wall! And the lights in the room fade in and out, every color of the rainbow. We feel very comfortable here!
Reggae Bike Rides and Amazing Food
Posted by
Souley 989 days ago
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Puerto Viejo was a cool spot with some pretty good beaches and consistent Reggae beat coming out of every bar and restaurant. We ate some incredible food, although I'm sure it can be partly attributed to the fact that we had been eating essentially the same tastes for the last 5 weeks at the hotel in Sarapiqui so anything new was a welcomed change! Some of the standouts were Loco Natural, Cafe Viejo, Chili Rojo and Maxi's all the way down at Playa Manzanillo. OUr first day was spent just chillin and getting settled at our hotel. By the time we were ready to go out, we spent some time at Cafe Viejo, had a local buy us some drinks and welcome us to his town and got a real good vibe right off the bat. Kim was exhausted and called it an early night and I of course was not ready to end the night so I headed out with some of the guys from the show for some reggae at a place that could no
African migrants nabbed in Costa Rica seek new life
Posted by
Dangelo 989 days ago
(http://www.laprensasa.com)
A total of 41 African immigrants, some of them professionals, who risked their lives crossing the Atlantic in search of a better life, found themselves detained in Costa Rica on Friday waiting to be accepted as refugees so they can get a fresh start.
This is a phenomenon repeated more and more often in countries like Colombia, Panama, Nicaragua and Costa Rica, which the authorities of those countries attribute to people-trafficking rings that promise to take undocumented migrants to the United States or Canada, only to leave them stranded on these tropical coasts.
Costa Rican authorities believe that these 41 Africans were brought here by traffickers to whom some paid as much as $7,500, while defenders of human rights recall that they come from areas shattered by wars and conflicts.
The Ethiopian "D.G." arrived on June 25 in Costa Rica on a boat from Venezuela, he told
This is a phenomenon repeated more and more often in countries like Colombia, Panama, Nicaragua and Costa Rica, which the authorities of those countries attribute to people-trafficking rings that promise to take undocumented migrants to the United States or Canada, only to leave them stranded on these tropical coasts.
Costa Rican authorities believe that these 41 Africans were brought here by traffickers to whom some paid as much as $7,500, while defenders of human rights recall that they come from areas shattered by wars and conflicts.
The Ethiopian "D.G." arrived on June 25 in Costa Rica on a boat from Venezuela, he told
Costa Rica Cahuita
Posted by
Keyon 989 days ago
(http://pocketpears.blogspot.com)
The first thing we saw upon arriving in Cahuita was this guy selling ... Cahuita National Park. So on one side of the trail, you see this. Welcome to Batch 2 of the Costa Rica pics! On one of our days in Puerto Viejo, we did a day trip to Cahuita National Park. It's a trail that runs along a rainforest that skirts the ocean, so you kind of weave in and out in between the beach and the rainforest. Here we are boarding the bus. (many photos)
Costa Rica
Posted by
Dangelo 997 days ago
(http://travelsouth.wordpress.com)
...end, Costa Rica stays warm throughout the year. Thinking about a good place to escape for one last hurrah? Or a warm, glowing caribbean... thing that makes Costa Rica amazing isn’t just the fact that it has amazing beaches and waves, virgin jungle and cloud forests, incredible waterfalls, and super friendly people–it’s the fact that it’s absolutely gorgeous and warm all year round! Even with summer coming to a slow, burning end, Costa Rica stays warm throughout the year. Thinking about a good place to escape for one last hurrah? Or a warm, glowing caribbean country where you can lounge on the beach in december? Costa Rica is beautiful, a beacon of eco-tourism, and a great deal for budget travelers. Some of the resorts and hotel and break the bank, but minihostels has scouted really great, personal, unique hostels all over Costa Rica that are perfect for travelers on a budget!
Ten Reasons why I need to go back to Costa Rica
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Dangelo 997 days ago
(http://whereiskristinenow.blogspot.com)
...the abundant rainforest, the ancient Maya sites – but Costs Rica boasts a double whammy; beaches on the Pacific and the Caribbean, each with...in summary ten reasons why I need to go back to costa rica
History Of Costa Rica Culture
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Dangelo 997 days ago
(http://www.thetravellerszone.com)
Officially the Republic of Costa Rica, Costa Rica is a country in Central America. It is bordered to the north by Nicaragua, to the south east by Panama, to the west and south by the Pacific Ocean and to the east by the Caribbean Sea.
According to the CIA World Factbook, Costa Rica is a Central American success story. Amid the political upheavals in majority of Central American countries, Costa Rica has had, since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of...
According to the CIA World Factbook, Costa Rica is a Central American success story. Amid the political upheavals in majority of Central American countries, Costa Rica has had, since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of...
Where to go in Costa Rica
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Keyon 997 days ago
(http://costaricatravelguide.wordpress.com)
Choosing where to go in Costa Rica is tantamount to being a child in a huge sweet shop – the choice is daunting and you want to do it all…
Secret Romantic Places in Costa Rica
Posted by
Carlos 997 days ago
(http://www.top10costarica.com)
#2) Playa Cocles: If you are looking for a beautiful yet nearly deserted beach, Playa Cocles is where you want to be.
Costa Rica Puerto Viejo
Posted by
uluckidog 997 days ago
(http://pocketpears.blogspot.com)
Love the seashell and driftwood windchimes! Puerto Viejo has some nice beaches, this one wasn't one. I was at Waimea Bay today, where the water..Everyone takes the bus pretty much everywhere in Costa Rica, and we arrived too late to catch one from San Jose to Puerto Viejo, so we woke up and caught the 6 am bus. This is a shot of the Costa Rican rain forest in the morning.
And finally, we arrived! The first person we encountered was this girl who worked at a tourist info booth. The guy with her is a local, Dexter. The Eastern coast has a really really Caribbean influence ... lots of Caribbean folks, food, and music. Jahhh...
And finally, we arrived! The first person we encountered was this girl who worked at a tourist info booth. The guy with her is a local, Dexter. The Eastern coast has a really really Caribbean influence ... lots of Caribbean folks, food, and music. Jahhh...
Take a Tropical Rainforest Vacation to Costa Rica
Posted by
Dangelo 1004 days ago
(http://www.top10costarica.com)
Have you thought about taking an exotic vacation with your family but you just don’t know were to go? Maybe, you want to get away with someone special and lose yourselves in the lap of nature. If you want all of this and more then you need to check out a tropical rain-forest vacation in Costa Rica. Costa Rica will offer you a vacation that you will never forget. Costa Rica is a premier family friendly vacation spot. Don’t worry about your budget. Costa Rica has vacation packages that will fit in any budget. If you are looking for a taste of “pura vida” or pure life, Costa Rica is the place for you. Costa Rica has something for everyone, you could indulge in an eco tourism adventure, relax at a beach while taking in the splendor of the ocean, trek through natural territories.
Cost Rica is...
Cost Rica is...
A Trip to Costa Rica is Good for your Health
Posted by
Dangelo 1004 days ago
(http://www.costaricapages.com)
Whether you visit a yoga retreat, try a surf camp or just get some much needed R&R on the beach, Costa Rica is an excellent heart-healthy destination for your next vacation....camp or just get some much needed R&R on the beach, Costa Rica is an excellent ... evening or a night of start watching on the Caribbean coast,
Volunteering in Costa Rica A Life Changing Experience (Costa Rica Travel News)
Posted by
Mateo 1009 days ago
(http://news.google.com)
A First Person Account of a Recent Volunteer Trip to the Caribbean of Costa Rica.
Before going to Costa Rica, I was searching for a new life experience. I thought that maybe volunteering for people in need would help me to reach this objective. I couldn’t make up my mind right away and spent a lot of time thinking about the destination and what kind of volunteering I wanted to do. This is an important point to consider. You cannot decide any random volunteer abroad program online without having a specific goal. Choosing Costa Rica met my goals of wanting to discover a new culture, a new language and the natural beauty of the country.
Once I made up my mind on the destination, I had to find an organized program that met my expectations. I chose a non-profit organization rather than a ‘voluncation’ travel agency because I thought they would be closer to the local people
Before going to Costa Rica, I was searching for a new life experience. I thought that maybe volunteering for people in need would help me to reach this objective. I couldn’t make up my mind right away and spent a lot of time thinking about the destination and what kind of volunteering I wanted to do. This is an important point to consider. You cannot decide any random volunteer abroad program online without having a specific goal. Choosing Costa Rica met my goals of wanting to discover a new culture, a new language and the natural beauty of the country.
Once I made up my mind on the destination, I had to find an organized program that met my expectations. I chose a non-profit organization rather than a ‘voluncation’ travel agency because I thought they would be closer to the local people
A backpacker guide to Costa Rica (Sarasota Herald Tribune)
Posted by
Mateo 1009 days ago
(http://www.heraldtribune.com)
A Rastafarian influence hangs heavy in this area, home to the famously good hostel, Rocking J's. For $6, guests can rock to sleep in one of the supersized hammocks packed together in a big, open-air dorm room.
Still, Puerto Viejo, for all its beach views and surf spots, didn't quite fit my image of the perfect un-touristy spot -- too much division between the locals and the tourists.
During my stay, a group of locals jumped two backpackers walking back to Rocking J's from a bar. The duo sprinted away with their money intact, but one, a junior from the University of Colorado, returned with a deep gash on his cheek and scratches along his sides.
With my optimism slightly bruised, I proceeded next to La Fortuna and nearby Monteverde, nestled side-by-side in the tall mountains at the center of the country.
Still, Puerto Viejo, for all its beach views and surf spots, didn't quite fit my image of the perfect un-touristy spot -- too much division between the locals and the tourists.
During my stay, a group of locals jumped two backpackers walking back to Rocking J's from a bar. The duo sprinted away with their money intact, but one, a junior from the University of Colorado, returned with a deep gash on his cheek and scratches along his sides.
With my optimism slightly bruised, I proceeded next to La Fortuna and nearby Monteverde, nestled side-by-side in the tall mountains at the center of the country.
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