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A bright blue butterfly with dark edges rests peacefully on a large green leaf in a lush garden.
A bright blue butterfly with dark edges rests peacefully on a large green leaf in a lush garden.

Last Day in Costa Rica

April 11, 2019
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MANUEL ANTONIO, COSTA RICA :: Our final stop in Costa Rica was at the butterfly garden across the street from our hotel. We saw hundreds of butterflies and even a...

Stoppers stand in the doorway of El Avion, a distinctive airplane pub bar surrounded by tropical plants.
Stoppers stand in the doorway of El Avion, a distinctive airplane pub bar surrounded by tropical plants.

El Avion

April 11, 2019
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PUNTARENAS PROVINCE, COSTA RICA :: Our favorite restaurant in Costa Rica is also perhaps its most famous. You can't miss the giant cargo plane while driving through Manuel...

A family stands by a paddleboard and paddles on a waterfront concrete bank. The background features a sunset over water and tropical hills.
A family stands by a paddleboard and paddles on a waterfront concrete bank. The background features a sunset over water and tropical hills.

Paddle Boarding at Night

April 7, 2019
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PAQUERA, COSTA RICA :: My first attempt at paddle boarding was during a beautiful sunset with just my family (and our two guides)! I failed miserably at actually standing up,...

A group of people in a lush jungle, featuring a guide pointing forward and a tripod with a telescope set up nearby.
A group of people in a lush jungle, featuring a guide pointing forward and a tripod with a telescope set up nearby.

Manuel Antonio National Park

April 7, 2019
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MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK, COSTA RICA :: With help from our guide, Bear Claw, we hiked through most of Manuel Antonio park and spotted a variety of wildlife, including a...

A family enjoys a ride on a swing overlooking a lush tropical forest and the ocean from a high vantage point.
A family enjoys a ride on a swing overlooking a lush tropical forest and the ocean from a high vantage point.

Si Como No

March 25, 2019
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SÍ COMO NO, MANUEL ANTONIO, COSTA RICA :: We stayed at Si Como No in Manuel Antonio during our last three days in Costa Rica. It's a beautiful resort with...

A large crocodile lies on a sandy bank, with scaly skin and a long tail visible.
A large crocodile lies on a sandy bank, with scaly skin and a long tail visible.

Rio Tarcoles Crocodiles

March 25, 2019
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TÁRCOLES RIVER, COSTA RICA :: Our five hour drive from Arenal to Manuel Antonio included a few pit stops, the best of which was at the Rio Tarcoles bridge where...

Two people in helmets paddling in a blue inner tube raft on a rocky river.
Two people in helmets paddling in a blue inner tube raft on a rocky river.

Rio Sarapiqui Rafting

March 24, 2019
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SARAPIQUÍ RIVER, COSTA RICA :: The Sarapiquí River carried us through churning rapids and lush Costa Rican forest. It was wet, fast, and exhilarating from start to...

Children standing on a zipline platform in a lush tropical forest under an overcast sky.
Children standing on a zipline platform in a lush tropical forest under an overcast sky.

Mistico Hanging Bridges

March 24, 2019
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MISTICO ARENAL HANGING BRIDGES, COSTA RICA :: A nice morning walk through the jungle via a beautiful two-mile trail and several suspended bridges. The most impressive was 300 feet...

Two individuals holding a large yellow anaconda at a reptile exhibition in Ecuador. The snake has distinct yellow and orange patterns.
Two individuals holding a large yellow anaconda at a reptile exhibition in Ecuador. The snake has distinct yellow and orange patterns.

Arenal EcoZoo

March 16, 2019
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EL CASTILLO, PUERTO CORTÉS, COSTA RICA :: This cool little reptile zoo was definitely a highlight for Miranda! They were able to hold a few different kinds of snakes and...

A prominent volcano with a smoking peak rises above a dense green forest under a blue sky. Several white clouds are visible in the sky.
A prominent volcano with a smoking peak rises above a dense green forest under a blue sky. Several white clouds are visible in the sky.

Arenal Zip Line

March 14, 2019
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SKY ADVENTURES ARENAL, COSTA RICA :: This was not just another zipline. We flew from mountain to mountain across seven cables, with the longest stretching more than 2,460 feet...

Two people relax in a natural stone pool with cascading waterfalls amidst lush tropical vegetation. The setting features a multi-tiered rock formation and a lush jungle environment.
Two people relax in a natural stone pool with cascading waterfalls amidst lush tropical vegetation. The setting features a multi-tiered rock formation and a lush jungle environment.

Aguas Termales

March 12, 2019
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THE SPRINGS RESORT AND SPA, MONTERREY, COSTA RICA :: After a day of fun, we found a couple hot springs to relax in. The heat of the nearby volcano keeps...

Two people wearing red helmets tubing down a calm river on bright yellow inner tubes.
Two people wearing red helmets tubing down a calm river on bright yellow inner tubes.

Tubing the Arenal River

March 11, 2019
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ARENAL RIVER, COSTA RICA :: It was so fun bobbing down the beautiful and WARM river! A few sections of white water threaten to tip us over, but everyone made...

Riders on horseback navigate a forest path with a loaded truck and vibrant greenery.
Riders on horseback navigate a forest path with a loaded truck and vibrant greenery.

Horseback Riding at Club Rio

March 10, 2019
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THE SPRINGS RESORT AND SPA, MONTERREY, COSTA RICA :: We were hoping the horseback ride in Las Vegas would be enough to satisfy Miranda for a while, but they loved...

Two hikers stand on a dirt path near lush green walls and distant volcanic peaks.
Two hikers stand on a dirt path near lush green walls and distant volcanic peaks.

Bogarin Trail

March 10, 2019
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BOGARÍN TRAIL, LA FORTUNA, COSTA RICA :: A walk through the dense greenery of Bogarín Trail rewarded us with wildlife hiding in plain sight, from colorful birds to a...

A rustic garden bungalow with lush greenery and a stone pathway.
A rustic garden bungalow with lush greenery and a stone pathway.

Arenal Nature Villa

March 3, 2019
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LA FORTUNA, ATENAS, COSTA RICA :: Our first five days in Arenal were spent in this fantastic Airbnb right across the parking lot from the Mistico Hanging Bridges. We loved...

A curious cat lounges on a wooden table while two children observe at the Natural Market.
A curious cat lounges on a wooden table while two children observe at the Natural Market.

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

March 3, 2019
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LA FORTUNA, COSTA RICA :: The small, bustling town of La Fortuna is the gateway to Arenal Volcano and served as our connection back to civilization during the first half...

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