Last New Year’s I took a trip to Costa Rica. This was my first time south of the US (other than a Disney cruise to the Bahamas when I was 9- I don’t really count that). I studied Spanish and biology in college, so it was an ideal place to visit for me.
Costa Rica is an absolutely great place to have an adventure. From zip-lining in the rain forest to the sandy beaches and from howling monkeys to breakfast buffets with chocolate fountains, I could go on and on with the reasons someone should travel to Costa Rica, but I won’t bore you with that here, you can just look at the pictures and start to understand.
My favorite thing about Costa Rica, aside from the breathtaking beauty, was the attitude of the people. Costa Ricans are some of the friendliest people I have ever met, and this is reflected in a phrase that they say in almost every conversation ‘pura vida’. Pura vida can mean pretty much anything you want it to as long as it is positive.
I hope you enjoy some of my photos from Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
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