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August 9, 2010 @ 5:49 pm

Costa Rica Hotels

Costa Rica Hotels

A vacation in Costa Rica is an extraordinary trip, but the small Central American country has so much to offer that it may be difficult to choose what to do and where to stay. Costa Rica is the number one eco-tourist destination spot in the world. It boasts beautiful beaches, volcanoes, rainforests, diverse wildlife, fishing, white water rafting, and coffee plantations. Be warned though, trying to do everything in a single trip is not possible. The country is broken down into distinct regions or areas. Each of these region offers vacationers a unique slice of the Costa Rican experience. 

San Jose is both the capital and the largest city in Costa Rica. One of the most popular tourist hotels in the city is the Hotel Grano de Oro. Popular hotels in the Central Valley include Peace Lodge and the Xandari Resort.

The Arenal area surrounds the Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica’s most famous volcano. Be sure to reserve a room with a view of the volcano. Among the more famous hotels in the Arenal area are the Springs Resort and Spa and the Royal Corin Resort and Spa.

Monteverde is the destination spot for tourists who want to vacation in the rainforest. Hotels in the Monteverde region include Fonda Vela and the Trapp Family Lodge.

Rincon de la Vieja is near a volcano, numerous parks and beaches. It’s the closest rainforest park to the Guanacaste beaches. Hotels include the Buena Vista Lodge and the Hotel Borinquen Mountain Resort and Spa.

Tamarindo is best known for having the most developed beach town in Guanacaste and boasts the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. Hotels in the area include Paradisus Playa Conchal and the Reserva Conchal.

The Nicoya Peninsula on the west coast includes Costa Rica’s most popular beach towns. Hotels include Tango Mar, Harmony Hotel, and the Harbor Reef Resort.

Jaco is one of the most developed beach towns and is extremely popular with surfers and fishermen. It is also one of the closest beaches to San Jose. Hotels include Xandari by the Pacific and the Club Del Mar.

Manuel Antonio is the place to go for exotic wildlife and beautiful ocean views. Hotels include the Gaia Hotel and Reserve, Makanda by the Sea, and La Mariposa Hotel.

Osa/Corcovado is touted as “the most biologically intense place on Earth.” Hotels in this bio-rich region include La Paloma, Luna Lodge, and the Pirate Cove Hotel.

Tortuguero is the place for a taste of the Caribben and lush jungles and canals. Hotels include the Manatus Hotel and the Mawamba Lodge. A very popular Caribbean hotel is the Almonds and Corals Hotel.

This is only a small sampling of amazing and diverse hotels in Costa Rica. Choosing a region and planning vacation activities first will help narrow down the right hotel for a memorable and exciting Costa Rican vacation.  Contact us at Costa Rica TravelPOINTS at 1-800-626-3483 or visit our web site at:  www.costaricatravelpoints.com

June 20, 2009 @ 9:10 pm

Costa Rica Adventure Travel Packages

Traveling To Costa Rica
Whenever you are traveling to Costa Rica you will find that there are a lot of great Costa Rica adventure travel packages that are available for you to choose from. These include such things as trips into the rainforest and going scuba diving or even snorkeling. If you are planning a trip to Costa Rica, you really should look into one of these Costa Rica adventure travel packages. You will find that it will not only make your vacation easier since everything will be planned out for you but it will also save you a great deal of money and time too.

Affordable Costa Rica adventure travel packages
There are many Costa Rica vacation packages available for you to choose from today. You will most definitely be able to find something that will fit neatly into your budget, regardless of how big or how small that budget may be. These vacation packages are actually quite numerous and each includes a different type of activity. So, there is definitely something available that will not only fit into everyone’s budget but also be of interest to everyone as well. This is why the next time you are planning a vacation, you should look into taking a trip to Costa Rica.

Costa Rica adventure travel packages
If you enjoy traveling abroad for vacation, then there are a lot of different places available for you to choose from. However, if you would like to go to an exotic location that has a lot of sites available for you to enjoy, then you really should consider taking a trip to Costa Rica. You will actually find numerous Costa Rica travel packages available for you to choose from so as to make planning your vacation a lot easier and more time efficient. There really is something available for everyone so you should definitely check them out for yourself today.

ARENAL VOLCANO IS STILL GROWING, July 4, 2008

At the north end of the Arsenal volcano, in the northern part of Costa Rica, lava was seen flowing from the side of the volcano. This means only one thing: An eruption may soon occur.

This is according to Eliecer Durante, a volcanologist of the Volcanic and Seismologic Watch Group of Costa Rica. Tier headquarters are located at the National University of Costa Rica.

He also commented that the volcano, located nearby Arsenal hill, is about forty years old.
Also, according to him, the volcano is in its growing stage, growing up and big, but the crater’s not growing.

The process is being done by making the rocks growing longer, by the rock tentacles, when cooled. After this, the newly formed rock becomes a part of the volcano.

He also commented on the growth of the Arsenal volcano, comparing it to a tube of toothpaste that is squeezed until a bit of the toothpaste exits and flows over.
The shifts inside of the volcano are made up of hard, gray matter, volcanic rock, and the a few metals. The metals consist of iron, magnesium, and silicon.

Finally, Durante remarked that the volcano is not exploding, but is growing, and the tourists who are nearby are in no danger what so ever, since the activity is in the northwestern part of the volcano.

December 22, 2008 @ 6:24 am

Beautiful Costa Rica

Costa Rica Activities and Tours

Costa Rica Activities and Tours
Slightly smaller than West Virginia in size, Costa Rica is a culturally diverse nation with plenty to see and do.

Each region offers something unique to visitors seeking adventure or relaxation – choose a region below to learn more.

Why Choose Costa Rica TravelPOINTS?


Our Agents Our Costa Rica specialists love to travel and have been to Costa Rica, so they can offer first hand knowledge and advice about the hotels, resorts, regions, and all the unique attractions that make Costa Rica an extraordinary vacation destination. Our specialists will recommend the places to go, things to see, and activities to do that fit your needs and desires.

They’ll also advise you on the proper documentation required for entry into Costa Rica. You’ll receive correct and up-to-date travel information so your vacation will be worry-free!