https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj en-us 2016-05-26 15:03:17 UTC 2024-12-21 10:20:12 UTC hello@padlet.com keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/112704868 2016-05-26 15:07:14 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/112704868 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113809116 Costa Rica is a lush natural environment. The area offers beautiful nature areas allowing you to see nature that you could not at home. 

Physical Motivators- this is a main travel motivator for Costa Rica. You can enjoy hiking through the jungle, swimming in hot springs, or just enjoying seeing exotic wildlife. Many people enjoy getting away from their everyday life and experiencing new things that they have not done before.

Type of destination- Costa Rica is considered a Environmental Travel destination. Its exotic natural environments offer a great environment for hiking and being outdoors. Costa Rica could also be considered as a cultural destination for its rich culture. The culture of Costa Rica was heavily by the Spanish, however the Caribbean also had a strong influence as well.

Barriers of Travel- Age is a travel barrier for this trip because if you are to young or to old you may have trouble with the physical work needed for some of the activities such as hiking. Physical and Health constraints also are barriers for this trip because if you are not in good shape or health you will have trouble with the physical work. Language is another barrier as most people in Costa Rica speak spanish however some areas speak a little english. 


]]> 2016-06-06 15:02:19 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113809116 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113817396 Interesting facts- Costa Rica has a female president, Lauren chinchilla. More than 25% of land is protected by national parks and refuge. In 1949,  there was a dissolution of Costa Rica's armed forces.

Culture- Costa Rica has a population of 4.895 million. The official language is spanish. Food is based on black beans, rice, and tortillas. Costa Rican traditional clothing is worn during holidays or special events. However, during a normal boys will wear jeans and girls wear school uniform because it is thought of as proper female clothing.]]> 2016-06-06 15:57:05 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113817396 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113864877 2016-06-06 23:32:59 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113864877 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113865196 2016-06-06 23:38:25 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113865196 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113865308 Weather- Costa Rica does not change very much as it does not have a winter and temperature stays in a hot range. Costa Rica has two main seasons. Rainy season is May to November. Dry season is December to April.

Physical Features- Costa Rica has a range of physical features including mountains, rain forests, beaches, and volcanoes.]]> 2016-06-06 23:40:19 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113865308 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113956813 2016-06-07 15:07:47 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113956813 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113958274 2016-06-07 15:13:47 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113958274 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113959015 Entry Requirements- Canadians do not need a visa to travel to Costa Rica. However, you will need a Valid passport, proof of economic solvency of at least US$100 per month, and a ticket to exit the country.

Vaccines- Travellers should be have routine immunizations including MMR vaccine, chickenpox vaccine, polio vaccine, and yearly flu shot. It is also recommended you get your hepatitis A vaccine and Typhoid shot.

Travel advisories- There is no Nationwide advisory but travellers should have a a high degree of caution due to crime. 

Time Difference From Toronto- San Jose, Costa Rica is two hours behind Toronto]]> 2016-06-07 15:17:38 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113959015 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113999006 This article explains Costa Rica and its current issue with drug related crime coming up from Colombia. Also involves the fact that Costa Rica has an increase in financial crisis. The various stakeholders are the drug dealers, Costa rica's police and government, colombian government and the United states government.]]> 2016-06-07 20:58:06 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113999006 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113999540 Flight 1- Round trip with west Jet from Toronto Pearson International (yyz) to San Jose Juan Santamaria (sjo). Flight there duration 5h 12m and flight home duration is 5h 08m. Price of round trip is $561.81.

Flight 2- Round trip with Air Canada from Toronto Pearson International (yyz) to San Jose Juan Santamaria (sjo). Flight there duration is 5h 20m and flight home is 5h 20m. Price of round trip is $680.34.

Flight 3- Flight there with Avian including 1 stop. flight home with west jet with no stops. Flight there is 7h 20m. flight home is 5h 08m. cost is $726.16.

Car rental- You will rent a car from Economy rent a car in Costa rica and will pick it up at the airport and drop it back of there before you go home. It is a Hyundai i10 for US$43.87 per week.]]> 2016-06-07 21:05:08 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/113999540 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114008313 Hotel 1- Radisson Hotel, San Jose, Costa Rica. It costs $157.78 per night and includes free breakfast. 

Hotel 2- Barcelo hotel, San Jose, Costa Rica. It Costs US$76 per night. Includes Wifi but no free breakfast.

Hotel 3- Balmoral Hotel, San jose, Costa Rica. It costs $97 per night, includes free breakfast.]]> 2016-06-07 23:15:27 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114008313 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114008825 2016-06-07 23:23:37 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114008825 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114009295 2016-06-07 23:31:38 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114009295 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114017329 2016-06-08 01:22:19 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114017329 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114017575 1) PreColumbian Gold Museum- Includes 1600 pre-columbian gold pieces as well as Costa Rican currency exhibit and a small local art exhibit. Costs $9 per person.

2) Paos Volcano and La Paz waterfall garden- Go see the Poas volcano and La Paz Waterfall as part of a tour. It costs $225 and includes breakfast, lunch, water, Tour guide, and driver.

3) Cartage, Irazu volcano, and Orosi Valley day trip- leave the city of San Jose and see the smaller more beautiful areas of costa rica. Get to see a garden full of orchids. Costs $127.

4) Zipline and Canopy Tour in Braulio Carillo National Park- 10 zippiness connected by beautiful paths going right through the rainforest allow you to see the true beauty of Costa Rica. $115 per person.

5) White water rafting excursion- Enjoy rafting through the beautiful scenery of costa rica. Costs $109 per traveller. (Chirrup river or Pacuare river)

6) RainForest Nature Exploration- With the knowledge of a guide enjoy learning and seeing costa Rica's beautiful wildlife. $102 per person.

7) Tropical Rainforest and Chocolate adventure- Enjoy learning the history of Chocolate as well as tasting it and enjoying lunch. $127 per person.

]]> 2016-06-08 01:25:08 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114017575 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114019014 2016-06-08 01:45:46 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114019014 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114020668 2016-06-08 02:12:28 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114020668 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114021105 2016-06-08 02:18:17 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114021105 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114021392 1) As part of the tropical rain forest and chocolate adventure you get to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant owned by Dona Marielos. (Free)

2)Tenedor Argentino is a wonderful restaurant in San Jose with amazing sandwiches. Average cost after tip is $20.

3)La criollita offers traditional and affordable Costa Rican food. After tip $20. ]]> 2016-06-08 02:22:51 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114021392 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114022126 2016-06-08 02:34:16 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114022126 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114022178 Day 1: Eat breakfast at Radisson Hotel. Drive to Pre columbian gold museum. Eat dinner at La Criollita

Day 2: wake up and eat breakfast at Radisson where you stayed the night. Get picked up for you Paos Volcano Tour. Food for day is on you.

Day 3: wake up at Barcelo where you slept the night. (breakfast on you). go on your zip line tour today at Carillo National Park. Eat dinner at Tender Argentino.

Day 4: wake up at Barcelo Hotel where you stayed the night again. Today you go on your tropical rainforest and chocolate adventure and have lunch at locally owned restaurant. 

Day 5: wake up at Balmoral hotel wear you stayed the night and eat free breakfast. Get picked up by guide to go on your Whitewater rafting trip.

Day 6: wake up at Balmoral and eat free breakfast. today you go on your other volcano tour to Irazu volcano as well as the orchid garden.

Day 7: Wake up at Balmoral and enjoy free breakfast. get picked up for your Rainforest Nature exploration tour.]]> 2016-06-08 02:35:24 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114022178 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114023053 For Each person it will cost $1459.68 plus money for your own food and $758.56 for hotels (able to pay same for two people for hotels)

$1000 canadian is equal to 421685.90 costa rican colon]]> 2016-06-08 02:46:22 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114023053 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114090644 2016-06-08 14:20:31 UTC https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114090644 keaton_wilson_1999 https://padlet.com/keaton_wilson_1999/29064wu8pdrj/wish/114334998 "Travel Deals: Vacations, Flights, Hotels & Airline Tickets | Expedia.ca." Travel Deals: Vacations, Flights, Hotels & Airline Tickets | Expedia.ca. N.p., n.d. Web. 7 June 2016.

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