Costa Rica
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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 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 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
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Costa Rica 2023, Day 3
February 12 I was up around 5 a.m. which would be the trend for most mornings. We enjoyed breakfast on our patio while watching a squirrel chow down on some fruit that was hanging on a nearby tree. I had tentatively booked a snorkelling boat tour for today but discovered that the owner of Cabinas Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2022, Day 11
Monday, February 21 Instead of going out for breakfast today, we ordered in ahead of time. Two women brought us an amazing meal and set it up for us. It included eggs, pancakes, yogurt, granola, hash browns and back bacon. There was so much food we ended up saving a lot of it for the Continue reading
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Costa Rica 2022, Day 9
Saturday, February 19 Today was our last full day at Tango Mar. I was feeling energetic so I went for a run on the beach before breakfast. For you Strava users, I became the “local legend” of this beach segment! Mike came with me to take some pictures. After taking some pictures of this Limpkin 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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