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Costa Rica 2023, Day 13
February 22 This morning we headed out for another hike down along the beach. The plan was to do a similar distance to the day before, and then return to the hotel for lunch and relaxation. We headed out the front door of the hotel and headed down the gravel road that would take us Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 12
February 21 With our tours cancelled, we now had a couple of days to relax. We started the day with breakfast at one of the two cute tables for two that were tucked into the corners of the pool patio. We had several options to chose from – breakfast was included with the price of Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 11
February 20 We were up early today to take a short birding tour with Kevin. We met him at 6 am and headed down the road to a short trail near the main building. We only saw a few birds and unfortunately Kevin wasn’t as good at taking cell phone pictures through his scope as Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 10
February 19 Today we went on a hike in Piedras Blancas National Park. We purchased our pass at the resort’s front desk and were told to bring it with us. We assumed we would have to show our pass at the park’s ranger station. The trail head was just a short walk up the road. Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 9
February 18 Today we went on two different tours. The first tour was a daytime rainforest walk through some of the trails on and around the property. We had Kevin as our guide for both and no one else signed up so we ended up having a private tour. The rainforest here is very lush. Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 8
February 17 Mike and I were up at 5 am after an early bedtime the evening before. We sat on our patio until 7 am and then headed into the village to pick up some food for breakfast. We visited the general store and the bakery with Lucky leading the way. I did a lot Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 7
The post details a challenging and exciting hike through Corcovado, with encounters like a Caiman and Puma tracks. The trek was physically demanding, with rugged terrain and encounters with wildlife and nature’s elements. The day ended with a refreshing river cool-down, a bumpy van ride, and a change of accommodations to a nicer cabin. Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 6
In Costa Rica, an early start led to a day filled with wildlife sightings. From small Anoles to majestic birds and monkeys, the diverse flora and fauna of the region captivated us. We covered 8.5 km on trails, spotting fascinating creatures along the way, before ending the day with a beautiful sunset at the beach. Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 5
On February 14th, we embarked on a challenging yet exciting hike to Corcovado Park, a biodiverse oasis. Guided by Josue, we navigated through rainforests, beaches, and rivers, spotting various wildlife like bats, monkeys, and even a tamandua. Despite the rugged terrain and uncomfortable sleeping arrangements, the unique experience was well worth the effort. Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 4
On February 13, the day began with a tranquil breakfast of cereal and yogurt on the patio, followed by a bike ride to a secluded beach in Costa Rica. Despite encountering some challenges, such as bumpy roads and smoking at the resort, the day concluded with a memorable evening snorkel tour, complete with dolphin sightings… Continue reading
About Me
My name is Cindy Southgate and I love to travel and try new things!
My husband Mike and I love to explore new places and try out new experiences. We prefer warm places so we can escape some of the cold during the winter. (We live in Canada) I love mountains, oceans, wildlife and adventure! Both of us have run numerous marathons and completed at least 2 Ironman races. We have 2 daughters and 4 granddaughters.
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