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Re: Advice on coastal trips sought

by edaviscr 09 November 2011

There are lots of [activities in Tamarindo|http://www.beachcondotamarindo.com/tamarindo-activities.html] area or you can stay a little…
Nebaj to Playa Grande and Petén

by endimirador 29 August 2011

If you are in the Ixil Triangle you have only one option to get to Petén. You have to catch the 5am bus to Cobán and from there. It's…
Re: Another road in Quiche blocked due to damages by heavy rains

by endimirador 25 June 2011

From Barillas to Playa Grande is a scenic route and there are beautiful trails to the Cuchumatanes Mountains around San Juan Ixcán. Almost…
Re: Off the beaten path

by edaviscr 20 June 2011

If you make it to Guanacaste, all of the little towns have their annual festivals on different dates during dry season. The Santa Cruz…
Altos Cuchumatanes traverse

by endimirador 05 May 2011

In December me and my group just decided we cross the Cuchumatanes Mountain. No info in LP and in FP about this part of Guatemala but…
RE: Traveling around the Tamarindo area – need advice

by bethanym 18 April 2011

1) Depending on where you stay on Playa Grande, the boat doesn't go all the way. They use the dock at Hotel Bula Bula (or that was the…
Traveling around the Tamarindo area – need advice

by rob_m 17 April 2011

Hi everyone, I have a few questions: 1) How easy is it to travel between Playa Conchal, Playa Grande, and Tamarindo? I understand I…
Re: Need some travel advice please

by edaviscr 31 March 2011

Where are you flying? Malpais is pretty far from both international airports in Costa Rica. Also, the waves are pretty big to learn…
Re: one week itinerary help

by ronald_cr 28 March 2011

I am from Costa Rica. 6 days is a few time to expend here but this is my recomendation. 1st day: I think you will star at San Jose, so…
RE: 2 week surf/backpacking trip

by SoloHobo 15 March 2011

Well if your novice, I would avoid Jaco, more than not its chest high or better, thats why it has so many surfers. Playa Tamarindo, the…
RE: Costa Rica Tentative Itinerary (3 weeks)

by bethanym 17 February 2011

Another recommendation to stay away from Tamarindo. We stayed in Playa Grande which is a 45 minute walk along the beach (not recommended…
Re: 7 days at arenal volcano area too much?

by jessica91588 29 December 2010

I was in La Fortuna/Arenal area for 2 days (December 21 and 22) this past week. Tabacon has WONDERFUL hot springs to play in. We could…
RE: Beach bumming in CR

by chavo 23 December 2010

Hey Hampton! Robbie (above) has probably surfed Playa Grande and it's a great surf spot with plenty of space so that you can get some…
Re: Which Pacific beach for New Year's?

by edaviscr 14 December 2010

You have a lot of options within one hour of Liberia. Be sure to book before hand because [vacation rentals in Tamarindo|http://www.beachc…
RE: Tamarindo-Where to surf and what to do?

by SoloHobo 15 October 2010

I forgot to mention[Tortugas Lodge|http://www.lastortugashotel.com/location.html] & Turtle refuge nearby in Playa Grande, depending month…
Costa Rica in October Green Season?

by dhippeli1 07 October 2010

Hi, I've never been to Costa Rica but am headed there at the end of October and could use some advice. I am traveling with my wife for…
RE: confused about turtles

by heehee62 19 September 2010

Thanks everyone. I ended up emailing Tortuga Lodge since I was planning on staying with them anyway. They were extremely helpful. They…
RE: Turtles, nesting or hatching?

by SoloHobo 06 September 2010

I just returned from CR last night, and in Playa Mal Pais/Santa Teresa, there were a few turtles each night that came ashore and dug…
RE: Costa Rica Adventure part #37- Trip Report

by SoloHobo 06 September 2010

Who is John Rosenblatt, and why did the province allow this eyesore to be built? How is it in keeping with a Guanacaste lifestyle? Miami,…
Re: Weather on the pacific?

by edaviscr 01 September 2010

Why don't you head to any of the Guanacaste beaches, which will have sun in the mornings and rain in the afteroons? [Playa Grande|http://www…
RE: Retirement gift,looking for advice

by eleanorcr 24 August 2010

Some comments on solohobo's long post: There are many calm beaches on the Pacific as well as windy beaches and beaches with rough water.…
RE: Great beach for 5-6 days in January?

by bnmihalik 12 August 2010

I was in CR in May and we stayed 3 nights at Playa Grande at Hotel Las Tortugas. Its kind of out of the way, but if you have a car, its…
RE: bus travel within Costa Rica

by SoloHobo 05 August 2010

Your Welcome. If this is a surf trip, and your a novice, Tamarindo is best, also if you want more options to eat/party/nightlife. Also…
Re: Where to go in Gaunacaste (or nearby)

by edaviscr 24 June 2010

You might like [Playa Conchal|http://www.rentalsofplayaconchal.com] for great snorkeling. Modest accommodations can be found in nearby…
Re: How rainy is July in Costa Rica ?

by edaviscr 06 June 2010

Good chance you get some sun in July in Guanacaste (Nicoya Peninsula) as as the mini summer hits then. Northern parts like [Tamarindo|http…