Mossy vines with some people or something in the way

Ants in our pants, or Army Ants 10... Tates no score

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April 30th 2012
Esteban, our guide, met us at the Lodge at 7 AM and we drove higher up the mountain to the Santa Elena cloud forest reserve. All funds raised through reserve entrance fees, etc go to the local Santa Elena high school. We had spectacular views of the rare three wattled bell bird and resplendent quetzal, and a host of other local Costa Rican birds. This cloud forest had a real jungle feel to it w ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Puntarenas » Monteverde

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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