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Arenal

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October 10th 2007
Following our action packed day in Monteverde we headed off across the lake to Arenal Volcano area. The transfer was actually not too bad, jeep/boat/jeep although the roads are so bumpy, and really rough so it takes a long time to go a short distance.. We arrived in Arenal and checked into Gringo Pete's hostel - the cheapest one so far, only $4 per person per night for a private room! It started ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Alajuela » Arenal

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Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong techn... ... read more