Day 1: Arrive in San Jose 11:30 pm, catch a taxi to the Rincon de Valle. The taxi driver greeted us inside the airport and was very eager to give us a ride. Once we saw the orange van, we knew this was the right ride, watch out for the imposters. We are a family of six and our four boys are all well over 6' tall, but the transporattion was …

Rafting the Paquare - WOW - what an amazing adventure! Our guide was so much fun. As a family of 6 it took a little cooperation to row together and stay upright. The clas III & IV rapids came often, about every 15 minutes so we had time to rest in between and view the gorgeous landscape and saw the beautiful blue butterfly. Lunch was prepared …

This morning, after a wonderful breakfast and beautiful view from the lodge, we started with a mountain bike tour of CATIE in Turrialba. This was an intimate hands on tour. The guide was very patient to answer all of our questions. This was very insightful to the practices of a sustainable dairy farm unique to Costa Rica. We experienced the …

After a relaxing morning, we were transport to Savegre Mountain Reserve & Lodge. Okay, this was no ordinary road...the drive was of beautiful mountain countryside along the Pan-American Highway. As we got closer to our turn off, we summited at 10,000 ft. elevation. Our turn off at San Gerardo de Dota, was again on an amazing dirt road. What I …

After a beautiful visit at Savegre and another great story from the owner, siting the quetzel, watching the hummingbirds, and fabulous food - loved the fresh pineapple, papaya and watermelon - we are traveling to Hacienda Baru for some ziplining. Again, we have an amazing transport. Being avid cyclist, my husband and I race road bikes every year …

Leaving Dominical for the airport was bitter/ sweet. I knew my family and I had to get home for school and work, hower, our 24 year old son fell in love with Costa Rica and invited and friend to join him for 2 more weeks to surf and enjoy the beauty. So he changed his flights and is still having the time of his life. I've taught my sons to be …