Feb 24
geoff mccabeCosta Rica Central America, Costa Rica, Hotels, Malpais, Rental Houses, rental villas, santa teresa, surfing, tourism, travel, vacation homes, world travel
Welcome to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world: Malpais and Santa Teresa, known for their rugged jungle beauty, unforgettable sunsets, and especially the epic surf in Santa Teresa. The area has also become known as a hot spot for amazing cuisine in Costa Rica, since many amazing chefs have moved here from different parts of the world.
When you arrive in Santa Teresa and Malpais, you’ll instantly become aware that you’ve found an amazing and unique place, very different from most other villages in Costa Rica. The Malpais area has been compared with Hawaiin beach towns decades ago, but with monkeys in its forests, or with a warm-water version of Santa Cruz, California.
Despite its popularity, the Malpais area still has beautiful beaches that you can often find almost deserted, many beautiful waterfall hikes, and secret surf spots where you can have a great wave to yourself.
Santa Teresa is known primarily as a great location for incredible surfing. This remote beach town was unheard of only 10-15 years ago, but now is a favorite destination for surfers from around the world. Costa Rica and Santa Teresa’s surf is consistent year-round, as the area faces the open Pacific Ocean, with warm waters that are comfortable throughout the seasons. The Malpais/Santa Teresa area has many surf schools, surf instructors, and surf shops.
Many tourists come from European countries as well as Canada and the United States. Hundreds have fallen in love with the Malpais area and have immigrated, opening rental houses, hotels, and restaurants. The food in Santa Teresa and Malpais is among the best in Costa rica, with many five star restaurants at very affordable prices.
The Santa Teresa area has also become known as a great surf destination among Costa Ricans as well. Many of the young people in San Jose drive to the various beach towns to surf on weekends, and many families head to the beaches during vacations. Malpais itself means “bad country” or “badlands” because of the lack of water during the dry season. The climate is similar to southern California, with hardly any rain at all from December through April, making it very popular among travelers during those months.
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica has many luxury villas and other rental houses available to tourists. Most popular are the beachfront rental homes, that range from $350-$2000 per night. The high end vacation rentals are consistently booked despite the prices, especially since Forbes Magazine rated the Malpais/Santa Teresa beaches among the top 10 most beautiful in the entire world.
Many have found that renting a vacation home is superior to the experience provided by a hotel. A rental villa usually has more space, more privacy, and is a much more unique and adventurous experience. The typical tourist to this part of Costa Rica usually craves this type of lodging, and as a result there are no hotel chains set up in the area.
The hotels of the area are unique and mostly mom-and-pop type of places. The beachfront hotels are the most popular, ranging from $100-$1000 per night for a room, and the rooms of all price categories are frequently booked. The gorgeous setting of Santa Teresa makes it very popular with honeymooners, and for people having weddings, and many of the rental houses and hotels cater to such clientelle.
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Jan 31
Leslie J. RiannenCosta Rica car rental, Central America, Costa Rica, costa rica car rental, outdoors, travel, travel and leisure
As we are becoming more and more in tune to our environment, Costa Rica’s tourism rate is on the rise. As long as I can remember it’s been know that Costa Rica has the best natural park systems in all of Central America. Now it’s your turn to come and enjoy birds, volcanoes and amazing mammals in their own natural environment for your next vacation.
There are three popular volcanoes in Costa Rica that are visited most by tourists. Poas and Irazu are both active and have roads leading up to the lookout spots that allow a front row view into the mouth of these active craters. Irazu stands an incredibly 3432 meters high and is known as the highest volcano in Costa Rica.
Arenal is still the most active volcano in the world. It sat dormant for hundreds of years the erupted in July 1968. To this day, it still bellows ash columns, sending red glowing lava over its edges.
The National Park in Corcovado is known as the wildest rainforest in Central America. Home to over 500 species of trees it attracts many tourists for it’s lush green jungle and abundance of wildlife. Many tourists find it hard to leave after just one day and end up opting to camp and hit the trails for another day.
A great birding spot is Cano Negro, one of the least known locations. Not only is it home to some of the most amazing birds, it has been reported to be home to rare large mammals as well. Jaguars, Tapirs and Pumas have been reportedly seen and this can be attributed to the remoteness and lack of population in the area.
Costa Rica is home to six of the eight species of marine turtles that are reported worldwide. Of the six who make Costa Rica their home, four of those species do their nesting in Tortuguero. The Green sea turtle calls Tortuguero it’s breeding home, which brings many researchers and tourists to this magical place.
The national park in Tortuguero is struggling as of late with locals wanting to put a road right through the park. Tortuguero National Park is home to most of the wildlife you find in Costa Rica such as monkeys, birds, sloths and reptiles. You will find about half of the reptiles and bird population in Tortuguero, which could be at risk if the road gets through.
Let’s not forget the amazing water activities available in Costa Rica. White water rafting, snorkeling, fishing and surfing are some of the tops on the list. Manuel Antonio is touted as the most beautiful beach; windsurfing at Lake Arenal is ranked #3 best location in the world or Tarpon fishing catch and release in Barra del Colorado.
For the ultimate in canopy tours, Monteverde is the most desirable place for this activity. Its lush green vegetation and beautiful landscapes brings travelers to Costa Rica for it’s natural beauty. Suspension bridges are a way to explore the treetops, perched a hundred feet off the ground, but if it’s an adrenaline rush you seek, hit the zip line for the time of your life; you’ll be glad you did!
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Jan 30
Elenor Q. ReynoldsCosta Rica adventure Travel, Central America, Costa Rica, ecotours, Monteverde, outdoors, Spanish, tourisim, tours, travel, travel and leisure
With the rise in tourism here in Costa Rica, canopy tours are also growing in popularity. An activity for any age, it’s definitely something you do not want to leave Costa Rica without having the experience. The canopy tour is a thrill of a lifetime with breathtaking views for the young and old.
With a variety of tour companies to choose from, you need to do your research to make sure you book your canopy tour that will provide you with the adventure you are in search of. If it is adventure you’re looking for, this is where you will find it. Once is definitely not enough!
Depending on what your extreme adventure idea is, you can bet that you will find it on a canopy tour. With a range of activities outlined along the way, you get to choose what works best for your perfect adrenaline rush! Choose your tour operator according to your “extreme”, or not, desire.
When you think of canopy tours what do you think of???? Well, the canopy is a sequence of cables that are tactically constructed in various locations throughout the forest. You are harnessed to these cables with a pulley and sent zipping over the tops of the trees to platforms that await you. Each platform has a guide to assist you with the connection and send you off to the next platform.
You job on this amazing adventure is to just relax and enjoy the ride. The hardest part about this experience will be deciding which canopy company to choose from. Age and weight restrictions do vary slightly from company to company so it’s best to check prior to booking.
A favorite location for many tourists is near Jaco beach in Herradura. This destination is located near the Gulf of Nicoya which is on the Central Pacific Coast. As you are flying through the sky you have amazing views of the Gulf of Nicoya as well as the Pacific Ocean.
Whether you choose the eco-friendly theme park tour, the famous Original Canopy tour or a tropical park tour; we are certain you will find one to meet your needs. Horseback riding tours to your first canopy, premium full day adventure tours or just the Original Costa Rica canopy tour, it’s all here. Congo Trail Canopy is a favorite of a lot of tourists because it sits between Ocotal and Flamingo beaches; suggest you check it out!
While the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and the Santa Elena reserve are both amazing places and depending on your choice, both are a must see. There are many trails to explore in Monteverde and Santa Elena reserve and they do have suspension bridges. Your birds-eye view for bromelias, orchids and of course the birds from their perspective.
When traveling to Costa Rica, remember that it’s a country close to the equator. Remember to bring plenty of sunscreen, as well as insect repellent. Plan ahead and enjoy the vacation of a lifetime, beyond a doubt, a trip you will never forget.
Costa Rica is a great place to visit, filled with much beauty and life. The author has lived for many years in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. If you ever decide to visit Monteverde make sure to check out Horseback Riding Costa Rica Monteverde.
Jan 29
Elenor Q. ReynoldsCosta Rica adventure Travel, Central America, Costa Rica, ecotours, Monteverde, outdoors, Spanish, tourisim, tours, travel, travel and leisure
Wondering why you should take a Cloud Forest canopy tour on your next trip? A zip lining tour through the canopy tour of a forest is an unforgettable and truly unique experience. If your looking for a way to see the tropics and have a blast this could be just what you’re looking for.
Get your whole family involved in the Monteverde zip line experience and move through the tree tops as a family. It is an event that you will take home with you to share with your friends and other family members. At the very least, it is something you will never forget.
The beauty of the forest and the area is viewed in a way that is just not possible by any other method. Soaring through the air from tree to tree, you will be able to see things that only birds and maybe monkey’s get to see. From the height of the canopy platforms you’ll be able to witness the cloud forest life from a very unique perspective, not too many humans get to experience.
The cloud forest canopy is home to a host of very site-specific flora and fauna. Bromeliad and orchid species, glow-in-the-dark fungi, hanging moss and lichen covered tree branches are home to migrating tropical birds, howler monkeys and sloths.
All of the tours have great instructors and guides to help you with your first experience with a Costa Rica zip lining tour. They will show you how to move from tree to tree in a safe way so that you are able to put your worries aside and just enjoy the ride.
Your family experience on this tour is something that you’ll be eager to relive. If you plan on visiting Costa Rica this is the first thing that you should check into if you’re looking for an exciting activity that the whole family can partake in. A Monteverde zip line tour will easily go down in family history as the most exciting event you experienced in Costa Rica.
Costa Rica is a wonderful place to travel to, filled with much beauty and life. The writer has resided for many years in Monteverde Costa Rica. If you ever decide to visit Monteverde make sure to check out Monteverde, Costa Rica 5 Day Package Tours in Costa Rica.
Jan 27
Elenor Q. ReynoldsCosta Rica adventure Travel, Central America, Costa Rica, ecotours, Monteverde, outdoors, Spanish, tourisim, tours, travel, travel and leisure
Costa Rica canopy tours are becoming increasingly popular to many more tourists visiting Costa Rica each year. Tourists ageing in range from ninety years old to as young as six years old can experience this thrill of a lifetime. Do not leave Costa Rica wishing you had taken the chance to experience this incredible thrill.
If you are looking for extreme Costa Rica canopy adventure, there are many companies and locations to choose from. This will not only be a memorable experience, it will likely be something you want to do again. The incredible rush you feel traveling across the tree tops, a hundred plus feet off the ground, attached to a cable in a harness is an adrenaline rush of a lifetime.
Depending on what your extreme adventure idea is, you can bet that you will find it on a canopy tour. With a range of activities outlined along the way, you get to choose what works best for your perfect adrenaline rush! Choose your tour operator according to your “extreme”, or not, desire.
Canopy tours consist of a series of platforms and cables placed strategically throughout the forest. As you travel from platform to platform, you will be connected to the cable with a harness and pulley. Some tour companies offer safety connections while you are standing on the platform waiting to move to through to the next location.
You job on this amazing adventure is to just relax and enjoy the ride. The hardest part about this experience will be deciding which canopy company to choose from. Age and weight restrictions do vary slightly from company to company so it’s best to check prior to booking.
Prices range from about $40.00 U.S. and up depending on which tour company you choose.There are canopy tours in Herradura, which is on the Central Pacific coast, close to Jaco beach. This incredible spot offers spectacular views of the gulf of Nicoya and Pacific Ocean as you are soaring through the sky.
Whether you choose the eco-friendly theme park tour, the famous Original Canopy tour or a tropical park tour; we are certain you will find one to meet your needs. Horseback riding tours to your first canopy, premium full day adventure tours or just the Original Costa Rica canopy tour, it’s all here. Congo Trail Canopy is a favorite of a lot of tourists because it sits between Ocotal and Flamingo beaches; suggest you check it out!
If you plan on visiting the Monteverde or Santa Elena Cloud Forest, you will have an opportunity to experience the birds view on things. They do have suspension bridges for your amazing views from the treetops. Just enjoy a nice leisurely walk along the treetops taking in the beautiful views of the forest below.
We encourage you to make sure and have your sunscreen, bug spray and a waterproof jacket for those rainy days. Being in the Costa Rica rainforest, the weather is often unpredictable, so better to be prepared than caught without protection from the elements. There are amazing wonders awaiting you in the Cloud Forest’s of Monteverde, so make sure this adventure makes your short list.
Costa Rica is a wonderful place to visit, filled with much splendor and life. The writer has lived for many years in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. If you ever decide to visit Monteverde make sure to check out Horseback Riding Costa Rica Monteverde.
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