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“My girlfriends and I are planning a trip to Costa Rica. We are all mid 20's, singles. We definetly want to see the Osa Peninsula, but we arent sure where else we should spend time. We want great beaches, nature, and nightlife. any suggestions???”   2 cheers 10 answers	kayla cheatham Phoenix
“We are going to Costa Rica at the end of June. Flying from Austin, TX to San Jose, but actually staying in Quepos at Hotel Byblos. Any advice??? Please...... Peaches”   1 cheer 8 answers	PEACHES1969 Musée Du Louvre
“We are going to Costa Rica at the end of June. Flying from Austin, TX to San Jose, but actually staying in Quepos. We are staying at the Hotel Byblos. Any advice????? Please........ Peaches”   1 cheer 4 answers	PEACHES1969 Musée Du Louvre
“I'm volunteering in Costa Rica this summer-teaching English for two months in a small town. What do I need to bring?”   1 cheer 18 answers	823freckles Chicago
“I'll Be going to COsta rICA IN jULY... WHAT ARE SOME MUST SEE.. ANND MUST DO... i MEAN aNYTHING... FROM BEST PARTY SPOTS... SITE SEEING... BALLON RIDE...BEST BEACHES MUSEUMS...lOCAL HOT SPOTZ.. EVERYTHING AND ANYTHING... i SIMPLY CAN'T WAIT!”   2 cheers 7 answers	SWoo07 San Diego
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• Introduction to Northern Costa Rica by FROMMER'S November 20, 2006 The northern zone, roughly defined as the area north of San José, between Guanacaste province on the west and the lowlands of the Caribbean coast on the east, is a naturalist's dream come true. Small, isolated lodges abound, and the sheer diversity of terrain, flora, and fauna is astounding. Slight changes in elevation create unique microclimates and ecosystems throughout the region. There are rainforests and cloud forests, jungle rivers, mountain lakes, lowland marshes, and an unbelievable wealth of birds and other wildlife. (read article)
• Introduction to Costa Rica's Southern Zone by FROMMER'S November 20, 2006 The southern zone is an area of rugged beauty, with vast expanses of virgin lowland rainforest and few cities or settlements. Lushly forested mountains tumble into the sea, streams still run clear and clean, scarlet macaws squawk raucously in the treetops, and dolphins frolic in the Golfo Dulce. The Osa Peninsula is the most popular attraction in this region and one of the premier ecotourism destinations in Costa Rica. It's home to Corcovado National Park , the largest single expanse of lowland tropical rainforest in Central America, and its sister, Piedras Blancas National Park . Scattered around the edges of these national parks and along the shores of the Golfo Dulce are some of the country's finest nature lodges. These lodges, in general, offer comfortable to nearly luxurious accommodations, attentive service, knowledgeable guides, and a wide range of activities and tours, all close to the area's many natural wonders. (read article)
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