Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Vacation Costa Rica Around Jaco and Herradura Beach

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I receive many inquiries about the area in and around Jaco and the Herradura Beaches  on Costa Rica’s mid Pacific coastline.

Many outdoor adventure activities are available here and it is less than two hours from the San Jose International Airport making vacationing here very popular.  Abounding natural tropical beauty with  Pacific ocean breezes,  sandy beaches and  plenty of sunshine offer a setting perfect for a family vacation, honeymoon, or simply a relaxing getaway.

Surfing, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, and golfing  are among the most popular outdoor activities.   Also for bird lovers, Carara National Park located near by is the home of the famous Scarlet Macaw.  Visitors at late afternoon can see a flock of these beautiful birds flying in pairs from the lowland rain forest of Carara to the Tarcoles River, where the afternoon sunsets are bright golden yellow with hues of pink and blue.

Los Suenos Luxury Resort located on Playa Herradura, a few miles from the town of Jaco,  encompasses the gorgeous Spanish Colonial Marriott Los Suenos Hotel,  condominiums, and larger homes, and a beautiful marina offers the visitor a home away from home with all the conveniences and comforts.
Views of the oceans,  long stretches of beaches to stroll at sunset, and fresh seafood daily.  What more could one desire? Rentals are available long term or short term by contacting the Hardy Real Estate Group and here you can find a professional to match you and  your family to a beautiful condo or a larger home for your very special vacation to Costa Rica, that any traveler can enjoy.

December through March the sun shines all day.  But the rainy season- April though November  is nice also with sunny mornings and afternoon thunder showers.  So spend some time in paradise on your next vacation to Costa Rica.

Sunday, February 17, 2013

Costa Rica's Fabulous Tabacon Hot Springs

There are many options for Hot Springs at Arenal Volcano in this beautiful Tropical Country of Costa Rica.

One of the most popular is the Tabacon Hot Springs and Spa

Positive energy is emitted from the mighty  Arenal  with red hot lava flowing from it’s open mouth at the summit.  The warm winds whistle through the rain forest and the summer rains nourish the flowering foliage.  Tropical birds flap their wings and sing.  Truly a Magical Place!

The Tabacon Hot Springs is located at the base of the Arenal Volcano -on the main road going north out of La Fortuna (approximately 4 miles from the central park in La Fortuna).
These are natural hot mineral waters originating from underground hot pools around the base of the volcano and come down the mountain with a lot of force.  Tabacon has created a series of waterfalls and pools where one can sit while the hot springs splash over you body! A great experience!.
Also there is a large hot mineral water swimming pool and swim up bar for the entire family to enjoy, a an open air restaurant where you can view the volcano.
A gorgeous botanical garden surrounds the hot pools- flowering tropical plants and a rain forest welcome visitors.  The spa is carved into the mystical rain forest with  the sound of tropical birds serenading  while you receive the most wonderful relaxing therapeutic massage.

You can spend the entire day or a half day at TAbacon Hot Springs.   The passes are priced with lunch or with dinner, or you can just visit the springs.   Therapeutic massage is an extra charge, and is offered by appointment only.
Entrance fees for a full day pass with lunch and dinner -adult is $95
However-also offered is half day with lunch or evening with dinner and these are priced differently.
Contact Ann for prices.

Ann's  recommendation    Highly Recommended.

Contact    anncreed23@gmail.com for  all the information on adding Tabacon Hot Springs  to your Costa Rica Vacation Itinerary