Monthly Archives: February 2019

Reflections on the Trip

Posted on February 19, 2019 by Anthony

Now that I have been home for a couple of days, I want to take a moment to sum up and review my trip. Costa Rica The country is beautiful. From the beaches to the mountains, the colour are spectacular.  … Continue reading →

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And So It Ends

Posted on February 18, 2019 by Anthony

    My last full day in Costa Rica was a free morning with the promise of a long car ride back to San Jose in the afternoon. One of my fellow travellers recommended a place not too far from … Continue reading →

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Beaches to Bars

Posted on February 17, 2019 by Anthony

HaveOur next day, and last full day in Puerto Viejo, was a relaxing beach day. Apparently, there was enough money in the budget to rent bikes for everyone and head to Manzanillo beach. It wasn’t a great distance away, but … Continue reading →

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Surf’s Up!

Posted on February 16, 2019 by Anthony

Ever since I was young, I have thought surfing was cool. I saw it in movies and TV; everything from Beach Blanket Bingo to the North Shore, Point Break–I could go on and on….actually, come to think of it, I … Continue reading →

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Angelic Voice at a Beach Bar

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Anthony

After an adventurous drive from the rafting place that included a traffic jam, an epic 20 car reverse on a bridge to allow an ambulance to pass, the passing of an Exodus cycling group, and a driver change, we arrived … Continue reading →

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The Pacuare River

Posted on February 11, 2019 by Anthony

The next part of my Costa Rican adventure was a two day river rafting trip, with a one day interlude to either hike or relax. We departed our hotel before dawn.  This made for a quiet ride.  Most people were … Continue reading →

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Unexpectedly Perfect

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Anthony

After we got back from cycling and the rush it gave me, I expected the rest of the day would be just okay.  I was completely wrong on this front. Our guide offered his own personal tour.  He said it … Continue reading →

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Cycling Around the Arenal Volcano

Posted on February 7, 2019 by Anthony

This morning we rode around the Arenal volcano.  I was happy to have the chance to cycle.  The bikes were well used, but they functioned well enough.  Some parts were off road, so we had to ride lower tire pressures. … Continue reading →

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What I Learned Today

Posted on February 6, 2019 by Anthony

I learned two things today.  The first is that I can indeed jump off an eleven metre platform into a fast moving river.  The second is that I cannot drive/ride a quad atv to save my life. Early this morning … Continue reading →

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Waterfalls and Plans

Posted on February 5, 2019 by Anthony

Today we moved from the windy and high elevation of Monte Verde to the warmer La Fortuna.  We crossed Lake Arenal and saw the volcano. We then swam under a waterfall.  That was amazing.  Check back here in a couple … Continue reading →

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