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Hotel Granada
Hotel Inspection December 16th - 18th, 2011
An Elegant Entrance
From the moment you walk in, you will know you are in one of the best hotels in Granada, Nicaragua! There is someone to greet you at the door with a smile. The Lobby is set up in a really nice way. It is as comfortable as a living room yet spacious enough to easily get through with luggage. There are cozy spots to sit with someone privately as well as an area where you could spend time with many people from your group. The decorations and lighting are elegant and classy.
Read more: Hotel Inspection - Hotel Granada December 16th - 18th, 2011
Hotel Aurola Holiday Inn
Hotel Inspection November 8th - 10th, 2011
Local Attractions Are Just Minutes Away
When looking at the city of San José, Costa Rica from a distance two buildings stick out in particular - the city tallest building, The Banco Nacional and the iconic Aurola Holiday Inn. The Holiday Inn is San José second tallest building and offers visitors a privileged location in from the of the Morazán Park and within close walking distance to the center of town and points of interest. Local attractions are just minutes from the hotel itself, and you you'll find museums, art galleries, restaurants and souvenir shops all within minutes of the Hotel is San Jose Costa Rica. The Aurola Holiday Inn is proud to be the only 5 star rated hotel in the capital and is an excellent choice for your upcoming business trip or vacation to Costa Rica.
Read more: Hotel Aurola Holiday Inn - Hotel Inspection November 8th - 10th, 2011
Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort
Hotel Inspection November 4th - 6th, 2011
Costa Rica's Most Beautiful Beaches
Guanacaste has always been synonmous for sun and surf in my mind. This area is home to Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches and the country's best Hotels & Resorts. On Friday morning I strapped my surf board to the roof of my car and hit the road for the drive up to the lively beach town of Tamarindo, ready for some rest and relaxation. The drive took me about four and a half hours on the new Caldera highway, up the coast and over the Tempisque bridge. Every time I make this drive I am always impressed by the vistas and the landscapes that open up before me on the road. Guanacaste is truly one of Costa Rica's most beautiful provinces - with wide open farmland and pastures and serene natural settings.
Read more: Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort - Hotel Inspection November 4th - 6th, 2011
Tortuguero Pachira Lodge
Hotel Inspection October 29th -30th, 2011
A Prehistoric Wonderland to be discovered!
I started my trip from the Morazan Park in Downtown San Jose. The tour bus had large windows and plush seat with a lavatory in the back. We wound our way out of San Jose and into the national park Braulio Carrillo. Words can't describe the beauty of this park. It is comprised of ancient volcanoes and rugged mountains that are still rising from the collision of tectonic plates far below. It is one of the last places on the planet where no humans have fully explored. New species of wild life and plants are still being discovered in this park and the bio diversity is among greatest on Earth. I almost expected to see a T-Rex pop its head out of the jungle at any moment!
Read more: Tortuguero Pachira Lodge - Hotel Inspection October 29th - 30th, 2011
Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge
Hotel Inspection October 15th - 16th, 2011
Excape to the Clouds!
Just under two hours from San José you'll find the area of San Gerardo de Dota. This pristine mountain area is home to virtually untouched cloud forests, very similar to what you might expect to see in Monteverde - but without the crowds. We took the road out of town heading east, through Cartago and onwards over the "Cerro de la Muerte". Here you'll find some of Costa Rica's highest mountains, at an altitude of 13,000 plus feet. Parts of this area are above the tree line, creating an eerie landscape of moss covered shrubs and trees.
Read more: Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge - Hotel Inspection October 15th - 16th, 2011
Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa
Hotel Inspection October 7th - 9th, 2011
Renew and have fun at Flamingo Beach Resort
Either if you go with friends, family or by yourself there is no doubt that you will have the time of your life at Flamingo Beach Resort. The hotel offers recreational activities for all ages, from a movie theater, casino to amazing outdoors activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, catamaran cruises, banana boat and aerobics by the pool. Is also a great area surrounded by amazing beaches and forests to explore.
Read more: Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa - Hotel Inspection October 7th - 9th, 2011
Samasati Nature Reserve
Hotel Inspection October 1st - 2nd, 2011
Escape to the Caribbean
Costa Rica is a small country, but has so much to offer with two coasts and a wide variety of ecosystems and cultural regions - and the Caribbean is no exception! The beaches of Cahuita, Puerto Viejo, Cocles and beyond are absolutely stunning and some of Costa Rica's most beautiful. The laid back tropical atmosphere that is the Caribbean is contagious - and the people charming and friendly. September and October are popular times to visit Costa Rica's Caribbean as the weather is excellent and typically drier than the rest of the country.
Read more: Samasati Nature Reserve - Hotel Inspection October 1st - 2nd, 2011
Royal Corin Arenal
Hotel Inspection Sep 30th - Oct 2nd, 2011
Royal Corin: Deluxe Hotel
A couple of days ago we both, Lizi and Gaby, had the great opportunity to stay at Royal Corin at Arenal Volcano. Royal Corin is a very pleasant hotel located just meters away from the volcano, or at least that is how it looks like from your balcony! The room, hot springs, weather and of course the view of the volcano all day long makes La Fortuna an excellent place to enjoy your vacations to Costa Rica.
Read more: Royal Corin - Hotel Inspection Sep 30th - Oct 2nd, 2011
Le Cameleón Puerto Viejo
Hotel Inspection October 1st, 2011
Luxury in the Caribbean
Curious to see what all the hype was about, I was happy to have programmed a site inspection of the most of talked about of the upscale resorts on Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast - Le Cameleón. This property is one area's newest and most luxurious hotels, breaking the mold of the more rustic bungalows that characterize the other properties in the region. The concept is quite unique and very modern decorated nearly all in white. Like a cameleon, the hotel transforms on a daily basis as colors of room accents such as pillows or paintings are changed throughout the property - really cool!
Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Reserve
Hotel Inspection September 16th - 17th, 2011
Villa Blanca - Paradise in the Clouds!
A few weeks ago I had a chance to visit the Hotel Villa Blanca outside of San Ramón, Costa Rica on the way towards the Arenal Volcano. As I think of my experience here I am transported back to this beautiful area, this peaceful paradise in the clouds. This mountainous region is known as a cloud forest, due to it's elevation and humidity - very similar to the one you would see in the famous area of Monteverde, Costa Rica. Nights can be a bit chilly here as the fog creeps in - and the villas are cozy and romantic equipped chimneys and jacuzzi bathtubs.
Read more: Villa Blanca - Hotel Inspection September 16th - 17th, 2011
Si Como No Manuel Antonio
Hotel Inspection September 10th -11th, 2011
Promoting Sustainable Tourism
Hotel Si Como No in Manuel Antonio Costa Rica is one of the country's highest rated in terms of sustainability. The hotel's conservation efforts and contributions in their community have earned them "five leaves" - the highest level awarded to any property for their commitment to the environment by Costa Rica's Tourism Board (ICT). But just because you are staying in a hotel that is making every effort to minimize their impact on the environment, doesn't mean you have to compromise quality of comfort. Hotel Si Como No in Manuel Antonio offers a upscale, luxurious option for those planning a vacation to Costa Rica and wishing to travel responsibly.
Read more: Si Como No - Hotel Inspection September 10th -11th, 2011
Corcovado Adventures Tent Camp
Hotel Inspection September 2nd - 4th, 2011
Osa Peninsula in the Southern Pacific
We moved to Costa Rica in June and made some new friends fairly quickly and they suggested that we go spend a week-end down on the Osa Peninsula in the Southern Pacific part of this beautiful country. Considered one of the most biologically diverse places on the planet and the last frontier in Costa Rica, we put a group together and decided to do a package with the Corcovado Adventures Tent Camp, on the Osa Peninsula, near Drake Bay and it was some adventure . My wife and I love to camp, but in our mid 50’s now, sleeping on the ground even with an air mattress is not nearly as appealing at the double bed, in the hard wood floored and mosquito proof enclosure that we had at the Corcovado Adventures Tent Camp. In fact you could zip the entire tent cabin up and yet still have screens where we could sleep to the lullaby of ocean waves and see the beautiful grounds at day and stars at night.
Read more: Corcovado Adventures Tent Camp - Hotel Inspection September 2nd - 4th, 2011
Visit to Hotel Presidente in Downtown San Jose
Hotel Presidente Site Inspection - June 28th, 2011
I recently took some time to visit the center of Costa Rica's capital of San José and visit the newly remodeled Hotel Presidente. Located right off the Central Avenue, this centrally located hotel has one of the best possible locations for those looking to see some of the hustle and bustle of city life. Parking was not a problem as the hotel offers spaces for guests and visitors around the back, which is extremely important because finding parking in San José can be quite a chore sometimes! I parked the car in the secure lot and was immediately greeted by the friendly staff in the spacious lobby of the Hotel Presidente Costa Rica.
Visit to Pachira Lodge in Tortuguero
Pachira Lodge Inspection April 9th - 11th, 2011
Tortuguero is one of my favorite places in Costa Rica. Nothing compares to the boat rides through the canals, the fresh air, the views of the water and the rain forest. One of the most memorable experiences I’ve had is kayaking in Tortuguero at sunset - this place is truly spectacular! Many people flock to this area in July when you have a good chance of seeing one of nesting sea turtle that comes to these protected beaches to lay their eggs, but in my opinion this area is worth a visit year round and there’s far more to see here than just the turtles.
Visit to Monte Azul
Monte Azul Hotel Inspection March 5th - 7th, 2011
After hearing the many rave reviews from our clients and people in the travel industry here in Costa Rica, I was very excited to have the opportunity to Monte Azul personally. I wanted to see if all the buzz was true first hand, I even had clients say that they began to cry when it was their time to leave.Page 1 of 3
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