Costa Rica Couple’s Vacation Testimonial
We had a really nice trip.
Everything went as planned and we didn’t have much rain either.
The Hideaway Inn was very nice, a little away from town, but we had no real problem with that (as many restaurants happened to be closed for low season). We watched the sunset at the beach just down the road from the hotel and then ate at the restaurant (which was very good).
The turtle tour at Camaronal was great- we saw the babies hatching (and even got to hod them and help them to the water) and we saw 2 mothers laying eggs.
Adventure Inn was fine as always, they are nice people and offer amenities that are nice (free ride to airport and the holding of the bags).
Mawamba was an experience. Food was good and we loved the beach being right there. Lovely river tours. Rooms were very sparse, and they have a problem with water pressure and hot water temp staying regulated. But still a nice time. Went both nights on turtle tours. They were more regimented there, but that is their conservation rules, so it is fine. Saw mothers both nights (and even one morning at 5am).
Thanks for your hep with the trip!
Gwendale Benett, Canada
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Hiking Trails in Costa Rica
Put on your hiking shoes, get your binoculars ready, grab a camera, and go! With over 160 national parks, reserves, refuges, volcanoes, and other conservation areas to visit, you are going to see mother nature at her best! Costa Rica is world-famous for up-close encounters with amazing wildlife and full-on immersion into a variety of ecosystems while hiking the well-marked trails.
- Do you want to hike through the lowland forests and coastal wetlands of Corcovado National Park?
- Are you a mountain climber? How about attacking the steep trails of Chirripo National Park?
- Why not enjoy a leisure hike to the top of Volcano Poas and Arenal Volcano?
- Experience the hanging bridges of Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Insider Tips
- The best time to see birds and wildlife is early in the day
- During the rainy season, get on the trails early; that way you won’t get all wet and muddy
- To see the most elusive animals, hire a professional naturalist guide or join a tour.
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The Best Sunsets on Roatan – Topped Off With Great Eats and a Place To Stay!
When traveling eating out is one of the highlights of the trip. It can go in two directions: you strike gold with a great place or you end up being pretty pissed you just shelled out too much money.
Gratefully, when we arrived to Fosters Restaurant and Bar in West Bay it was time for the setting sun and the whole restaurant was illuminated. For me, the #1 most important trait when looking where to eat is LOCATION. And let me tell you, Fosters is perfectly located.
I’ll be honest, there are tons of restaurants along West Bay, which is the most popular spot on Roatan and the best beach of all the Bay Islands. However, no restaurants that I saw were literally in the sand with nothing between you and the crystal clear blue waters. Plus, Fosters has these tables that have the funnest swings doubling as seats – perfect for kids to hang out on while waiting for our order to come out.
Roatan is known for their Coconut Shrimp dish, which was exactly what I ordered. And my son, Mr. Picky-Eater-of-the-Year, was quickly appeased when they made him a dish that wasn’t on the menu and he was thrilled.
But my favorite part, besides swinging away watching the sun go down, was the delicious Roatan specialty tropical drink prepared for me by the owner, Leslie called – Monkey Lala. How yummy is this – Bailey’s, Kahlua, Coconut Rum, White Chocolate Liqueur and Coconut water! Just thinking about it makes my mouth water.
But Foster’s isn’t only known for the restaurant which also offers a different special every night – like fresh Lobster for only $12.99. There is a reason they are called Foster’s West Bay Resort which are beautiful cabins for rent. Also located right on the beach this is a great family hotel that won’t break the bank and has cabins of all sizes some with full kitchens, three bedrooms that can sleep 16 people comfortably!
And the views – sometimes it’s just better to show it in pictures!
Thanks Leslie for a great night out and the best Monkey Lala on the Island!
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Xocomil, Largest Water Park in Central America, Guatemala – Photo Essay
Can you Believe the largest waterpark in all of Central America is right here in Guatemala? Well, I was pretty shocked too! Xocomil has all sorts of water rides for everyone.
Water Slide For Big Kids Only
Pool Time This is the Best Park
Best Pool in all of Xocomil
Rapid Rafting
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Museums Around Lake Atitlan
The villages around Guatemala’s Atitlan Lake were once really important for the ancient Maya. The area is still really important for modern Mayas. In here you will still be able to see some traditional rituals. There are also some museums where you will find what’s left of the Mayan tribes that once lived in the area. Here is some info about them:
Panajachel’s Museums
Atitlan’s Lake Museum (Museo Lacustre Atitlán)
In this museum you will learn a lot about the geological history of the lake, its creation and the sub aquatic Mayan archeology.
Where is it? Inside Hotel Posada de Don Rodrigo, Calle Santander
Schedule: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sat.
Admission: $5 admission for non guests
Raul Vasquez Museum (Museo Raúl Vásquez)
Basically, this is Raul Vasquez’s home and studio. It’s an eclectic & colorful mix of his sculptures, statues of Jesus and Guatemalan folklore characters.
Where is it? 5a Calle Peatonal, east of Calle Real
Schedule: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily
Admission: $1.50
Tz’unun Ya’ Museum (Museo Tz’unun Ya’)
This is a place you have to visit if you want to understand today’s art, culture, geology and of course folklore of the area.
Where is it? On the path between the docks
Schedule: 8 – noon, 2 – 6 p.m. Tue – Sun
Admission: $4
Maya Tzutujil Museum (Museo Maya Tzutujil)
The museum is full of Trajes or Mayan traditional costumes, and photographs. Once a month a Mayan Priest, shaman, performs ceremonies open to the public.
Where is it? On the path between the docks
Schedule: 9 – 1 p.m., 3 – 6 p.m. Mon – Sat
Admission: $1.50
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