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Tamarindo cemented its reputation as a surfer's playground when it first burst on the scene of the surfing cult classic, Endless Summer II. And since then Tamarindo has been drowning out the competition when it comes to pulling in surfers year after year. Abandon the crowded beaches of Hawaii, Australia...
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Do you prefer tamales over Thanksgiving turkey? Are you planning on asking Santa for a warm weather vacation this year? Had enough of the hustle and bustle? Well, there's a Costa Rican town with a laid back vibe ready to welcome you this holiday season. A trip to Tamarindo is a perfect gift for yourself...
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Why pack a suitcase--just stuff a few pairs of shorts, couple of t-shirts, sandals, tennis shoes and some towels and sunscreen in an overnight bag, and head off for sun, sand and surf! I live about 4 1/2 hours from Galveston , which is great when I want to take an impulsive getaway weekend. We try to...
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Tamarindo in Costa Rica is so orderly, cheerful, and "beach-centric," in many ways it's reminiscent of San Diego--if San Diego's waters were bathtub warm year-round, and if its beaches were backed by a deep green jungle! Playa Tamarindo, located on the Pacific Coast in the Guanacaste...
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Tamarindo, Costa Rica, is located on the country's northern Pacific shore and is a haven for water lovers. With year-round balmy temperatures ranging from 80-100 degrees, warm clear seas, and practically 365 days of sunshine a year, you may never want to leave the water! As a renowned surfing town...
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Jaco, Costa Rica is a virtual aquatic playground that offers visitors practically limitless opportunities to enjoy the clear emerald waters of the Pacific. With a yearly average water temperature of 80 degrees, year-round water sports abound. And while Jaco is famous for its surfing, there are plenty...
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With it's close proximity to San Jose, Costa Rica, Jaco is a destination for many visitors to Costa Rica, especially if they enjoy surfing, or hanging out in beach towns. A host of amenities is available in Jaco, and the water is warm and generally safe. But you came here to surf, right? Jaco, Costa...
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There's nothing like driving along a twisting, turning, two-lane paved road in the heart of Central America with the rainforest/mountains/volcanoes on either side of you. But if you want to get to the party central town in the area, you pretty much don't have a choice. Sit back and enjoy the...
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Located in the center of Costa Rica's Puntarenas province, the beach town of Jaco is one of the most popular beach destinations in the country. Featuring a casual and relaxed atmosphere, Jaco is just a 2-hour drive from the capital city of San Jose. Jaco is the quintessential surfing town, featuring...
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Getting sand out of a pair of well-worn loafers may be the hardest part of a vacation day in Jaco, Costa Rica. Located in the North of the Puntarenas province skirting the country's coast, less than two hours from capital city, San Jose, Jaco offers the best beaches, nightlife and vacation activities...
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When Christopher Columbus landed on the shores of what is now Costa Rica in 1502, the natives he encountered wore bracelets and other adornments of pure gold. Columbus was sure he had found a treasure trove of wealth and named the area the monicker it still carries today, meaning "rich coast."...
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Whether you are coming to Jaco for the excellent surfing, bustling nightlife or eco-friendly attractions getting there is simple. Jaco is located about two hours from the San Jose airport. If you are carry a surf board in tow your best option might be renting a car in the San Jose Airport and driving...