Up, Up and Away!

Ciao Ticos!

Backpack, passport, hiking boots, aviators and binoculars – Check, Check, Check!

Next on the list of places to see: Costa Rica!!!! I am ecstatic to be leaving on a 9 day adventure with my dear friend Kristie to explore a country that is so diverse. From lush rainforests, beautiful beaches and rugged jungles, we plan on touching a bit of everything. Costa Rica is known for its high level of biodiversity, its mass amounts of conservation areas and of course it’s AMAZING coffee, so we are sure to take advantage of these unique offerings!

We will be flying into San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica on Friday March 11^th. After a short visit, we plan on taking a bus North-West to San Elena/ Monteverde for 4 days. Our main focus will be exploring the mountainous Cloud Rain Forest in Monteverde which is located at a very high altitude (1,440 m) above sea level. This means high humidity equals plenty of mammals, birds, insects and plants to see! Not to mention, an afro that won`t quit. During our time here, we will be doing plenty of hiking and definitely some zip lining. The town of San Elena will be our base point. This town apparently prides itself on organic farming, its tasty organic restaurants, its coffee plantations and cute little artisan shops. SOOOO excited!

After our rugged adventure in Monteverde, we plan on taking a bus-ferry-taxi to our next destination, MONTEZUMA, a small town located on the south-eastern side of the Peninsula de Nicoya. This place is apparently populated by hippies, artists and dreamers! It seems to be a charming laid back village with tons to offer. For 5 days we will get to do yoga, swim, surf, snorkel and eat beautiful dinners along the Pacific Ocean.

Finally, we will be taking a small plane back to San Jose on Saturday March 19^th to then board a 16 hour flight back to Toronto!

Beautiful country and great company is sure to make this trip a memorable one! Looking forward to sharing my adventures with you at the end of the trip!!

Adios Amigos!

Francine ;)

Why I travel: to learn through new adventures, to grow, to challenge myself and foster an appreciation of both the world at large and my favourite chair waiting for me in my cozy living room in Northern Ontario.