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  • @AlexanderAyling
    @AlexanderAyling  Před rokem +1

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  • @DevI-vl7gp
    @DevI-vl7gp Před 2 lety +68

    Index
    4:00 Stop 1 San Jose - Groceries DAY 1
    Crocodile bridge
    2hr drive
    6:10 Stop 2 Playa Hermosa/Jaco DAY 2-3
    Black Sand beaches
    Ziplining
    ATV Tour
    Surfing
    Jaco Walk Shopping Center
    8:00 Rainmaker Park
    Manuel Antonio Beach
    1.5hr drive
    9:10 Dominical DAY 4-5
    Hippy stuff (vegan food, yoga)
    Farmer's market
    Waterfalls
    10:40 Oso Penninsula DAY 6-8
    11:20 Monta Palo beach
    11:55 Drake's Bay
    13:38 Pavones DAY 9-11
    14:35 Arenal Hot Springs DAY 12-14
    15:30 La Fortuna + Tabacon hot springs
    Or something like that.

  • @philippelevesque9845
    @philippelevesque9845 Před 3 lety +1

    I remember discovering that waterfall in Vergel in 1992 just by hiking the puntamala River up. What a magical moment. Nowadays you can just drive up to it.

  • @adamsdryan
    @adamsdryan Před 3 lety +6

    You basically did my 14 day trip reversed, I really enjoyed the cabins nestled in the trees and interacting with the animals there was a reserve that did re release and animal conservation that i going in had zero clue on but was quite the experience. Im a pet and critter kinda guy but it was amazing to see toucans rehabbed from the wild and other floral and fauna.

  • @sydthesciencekid__129
    @sydthesciencekid__129 Před 3 lety +5

    I love Costa Rica! From the surfing to the waterfall hikes!

  • @alisamehmal7234
    @alisamehmal7234 Před 3 lety +5

    The Guanacasta province is beautiful. I fell in love with the Pura Vida vibe. We stayed in Playa Negra for 3weeks at an Air BNB. Amazing surf and beaches... And the sunsets 🌅. You are spot on with all of the great tips. 💯%
    Can't wait to travel again and explore new places.
    ❤️🇨🇦

  • @connie4883
    @connie4883 Před 3 lety +25

    My trip to Costa Rica last year was, hands down, the most amazing vacation I’ve ever been on. I can’t wait to go back!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +1

      👍🏽 it’s a very special place

    • @connie4883
      @connie4883 Před 3 lety

      @@AlexanderAyling It sure is! We also stayed at the Tabacón Resort and it was nothing short of magical. Zip-lining in La Fortuna was another highlight of our trip...I highly recommend it! Thanks for posting your video...it brought back great memories of my trip 😊

  • @margaretpreston5362
    @margaretpreston5362 Před 3 lety +3

    I really enjoyed this video! We stayed near Arenal Volcano at the famous Tabacon resort for 4 days and flew a scenic flight to quepos and stayed at Makanda by the Sea near Manuel Antonio. It was the best mix of relaxing and adventure for our honeymoon. We loved it so much we’re celebrating our two year anniversary there! I’m so excited to go back to this beautiful country!!

    • @trungmaster
      @trungmaster Před 2 lety

      That sounds amazing! I’m looking to do something similar in the near future, could you post your Itinerary?!

  • @worldofwondersrelaxation4045

    Costa Rica is absolutely amazing. I remember my trip fondly. The weather, the food, the welcoming people, the nature, the wildlife... Also a very peaceful country (I believe is the only one in the world without an army?)

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +11

      You are correct!! One of the few countries that chooses not to have a standing army. Hope you enjoy the video. Let me know which place you like the most. Pura Vida 🤙🏼

    • @lucasp.9684
      @lucasp.9684 Před 2 lety

      the food??? After 5 days I couldnt eat anymore Casado and Pinto. I think it isnt even good.... haha food isnt a reason to travel to costa rica

    • @danielgarita6462
      @danielgarita6462 Před 2 lety +1

      @@lucasp.9684 well they have variety and even customized dishes. You just have to ask for it.

    • @lucasp.9684
      @lucasp.9684 Před 2 lety

      @@danielgarita6462 Nah I tried many things but I dont like their food. I loved Costa Rica, but the food?? Nah. Im italian and I love good food and this wasnt it

    • @danielgarita6462
      @danielgarita6462 Před 2 lety +1

      @@lucasp.9684 well I now understand a bit better. You are most likely used to Italian culinary standards and it is true that Costa Rican food isn’t such a great thing. However, it is not exactly bad for most of people, but yeah I agree it isn’t good either.

  • @MacTravellers
    @MacTravellers Před 2 lety +1

    Just wanted to say this was the top video we used in planning our trip. We had a great time during our 5 weeks. Lots of videos to post now!

  • @eddiearaya2456
    @eddiearaya2456 Před 3 lety

    I agree with the San Jose and Jaco comments from Alex. Head to the less crowded beaches. I can't wait to go back after COVID. Pura Vida!

  • @ineslages2493
    @ineslages2493 Před 3 lety +23

    Costa Rica is incredible! Definitly one of my favorite trips of all times! The Caribbean coast is a must go, as well as the rest of the country! Anyone than can go and spend two or three days in Tortoguero and Cahuita, each, should definitly go! Loved it so much

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +2

      Thanks for sharing Inês! My next trip to CR is definitely going to include the Caribbean side!

    • @JuanDiegoQuiros
      @JuanDiegoQuiros Před 8 měsíci

      ​@@AlexanderAylingCaribbean of Costa Rica has another flavor.. you have to try Rice and Beans, which is Caribbean version of Casado

  • @martincortes702
    @martincortes702 Před 2 lety +1

    I haven't even finished watching your video but I can't thank you enough I booked airfare then realized I didn't have a solid plan just knew of Jaco but didn't want to stay there my full 7 days I can tell I'm going to follow some of your recommendations thank you so much!

  • @vagabrothers
    @vagabrothers Před 3 lety +32

    Pura Vida 🤙🏼

  • @mikeholman9544
    @mikeholman9544 Před 2 lety

    I really loved the blog, my wife and I got married in Dominical. We have been at all different places in Costa and domincal was our favorite. It’s a great small town with good waves. I surfed every day by myself. Also great restaurants and not a bunch of people. 👍🏻🏄‍♂️🤙

  • @Cassie-dx2jj
    @Cassie-dx2jj Před měsícem

    Really useful info, thanks!

  • @amber.miscellaneous
    @amber.miscellaneous Před 2 lety +2

    Super helpful for mapping out key areas to visit throughout the country. I appreciate you mentioning areas you feel you could spend the entire trip if need be. Thank you!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 2 lety

      Glad you enjoyed it Amber- hope you subscribe and check out my other videos!

  • @seanhogan6897
    @seanhogan6897 Před 3 lety +4

    Well done! The only exception that I would have is characterizing the Osa Peninsula as having some sketchy people. I have been to almost every town in Costa Rica, and have lived in Heredia (next to San Jose) as well as near Puerto Jimenez, and I can say with confidence that the Osa Peninsula is one of the least sketchy places in Costa Rica. If you want to see sketchy, go to the Caribbean side or hang out in Tamarindo, Jaco or San Jose after dark.

  • @chrissessions6108
    @chrissessions6108 Před 3 lety +12

    Man, I've been dreaming about going there ever since your previous Costa Rica video. This "itinerary" format is very helpful. I wouldn't mind more videos like this in the future. Keep being awesome, Alex and Carrie!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +2

      Much appreciate Chris! Which destination would you like next?

    • @chrissessions6108
      @chrissessions6108 Před 3 lety +1

      @@AlexanderAyling You honestly can't go wrong with any destination, but I'd have to choose New Zealand. I think you've seen enough of it to put together a mind-blowing itinerary for people like me who have never been 🤗

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Sounds good Chris!

    • @chrissessions6108
      @chrissessions6108 Před 3 lety +1

      @@AlexanderAyling well now I feel like you're moving there just for me, hahaha! So stoked for you and Carrie.

  • @donnaandre7633
    @donnaandre7633 Před 2 lety +1

    Costa Rica is a fabulous destination,. It’s very diverse so it’s best to travel around as much as possible.

  • @MommaContreras
    @MommaContreras Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing! Look’s like an amazing place to visit. Can’t wait to go someday!

  • @myke0508
    @myke0508 Před 2 lety +5

    Costa Rica is the closest place to paradise on earth!

  • @vant83
    @vant83 Před 3 lety +11

    Great video, as a Costa Rican it is great to see the love you have for my country. As an avid hiker, my experiences of the Costa Rican countryside and mountains are great, you can find small towns, forests, agricultural fields and life, great food and coffee and architectural heritage in relatively short distances. San José downtown has lost most of its heritage since the 50s, and was previously a very attractive city, however there are areas, like the axis from Barrio Escalante down Barrio Aranjuez, Barrio Otoya and Barrio Amón, the area around the Paseo de las Damas and Nacional, España and Morazán parks, and from Nacional park to the Supreme Court and the northern part of Barrio Luján which still have beautiful architecture. I have been to Bahía Drake, but haven't been able to visit Puerto Jiménez. I can say that Bahía Drake is paradise: the hike from that to San Josecito beach is amazing and it is a great base for guided tours to visit Caño Island and sectors of Corcovado National Park as San Pedrillo and Sirena, where you can spot a lot wildlife very easily. For me, the most scenic way to arrive at Bahía Drake is arriving to Sierpe (which allows to see the 1930-1940s architecture of Palmar Sur and visiting the World Heritage Site of the Diquís culture at Finca 6) and going on a boat from there to Drake. The boat ride back from Bahía Drake to Sierpe was just after sunrise and the light was more than ideal for photography in the Térraba-Sierpe National Wetland, the biggest in the country (even more than Tortuguero or Palo Verde).

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you for sharing your local tips Esteban! Quiero regresar a Costa Rica ya! Es invierno aqui en Nueva Zealandia y hace frio!

    • @vant83
      @vant83 Před 3 lety +1

      @@AlexanderAyling ¡Con mucho gusto, Alex! Espero que pronto puedas, más que los procesos de vacunación avanzan bastante. Estamos en medio de una estación lluviosa un poco desigual: hay días sumamente lluviosos y luego otros súper secos. Espero puedas seguir visitando y conociendo lugares nuevos.

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +1

      Gracias Esteban! Quédate cerca de tu paraguas jaja

  • @TheBlackCats79
    @TheBlackCats79 Před 3 lety

    Nice video! This itinerary is just perfect! I feel proud to call Costa Rica, my home! :)

  • @moanaboine7674
    @moanaboine7674 Před 2 lety

    This is a great video to explain every little thing I needed to know in detail esp about renting the car, thank you so much for making this 💗

  • @manuelurena4112
    @manuelurena4112 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for your video …
    I’m costarican living in United States..
    I have more appreciation now when I visit ❤️

  • @marevaaaaaab
    @marevaaaaaab Před 2 lety +23

    "you'll fly from the USA for 3-6 hours" me, flying from switzerland, for 13h 🤡

  • @SARAEBAUER
    @SARAEBAUER Před 3 lety +1

    Wow, have never been to Costa Rica, but ready to go after this video! Great tips!

  • @chellettepollard4211
    @chellettepollard4211 Před 2 lety +1

    Very, very well done. Heading to Costa Rica September to October, 2021. I think I will watch it again!

  • @jimenarodriguezchacon9255

    I'm from costa rica, and I love to find these videos talking good about our beautiful country :DD

    • @mindyann8903
      @mindyann8903 Před 2 lety

      Yeah cause y’all are mostly known for prostitution.

  • @CarrieRad
    @CarrieRad Před 3 lety +54

    This video is INCREDIBLE! Dreaming of going back!!!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +4

      Yes please! Can we just soak in the hot springs forever 😂

    • @carmencalderondv
      @carmencalderondv Před 3 lety +3

      Qué bueno que les gusta tanto mi país. A mi me falta muuuucho por conocerlo.

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +4

      Carmen Calderon Del Valle nosotros tambien!! Hay que volver pronto!

    • @abettercredit
      @abettercredit Před 2 lety +1

      Veggies @@AlexanderAyling

    • @artmiranda8950
      @artmiranda8950 Před 2 lety +1

      Great video- very knowledgeable!

  • @TheraFIREvlog
    @TheraFIREvlog Před 2 lety

    I really love your video! We will definitely use your itinerary as a guide on our trip!! We are so excited! 🤩

  • @DannyChengofPhoneXchange
    @DannyChengofPhoneXchange Před 3 lety +3

    I've backpacked Costa Rica a few times for a month or so at a time and my personal favorite on Pacific side is Santa Teresa which is a surf town where cars are not allowed so you get around via scooter or ATV. On the Caribbean side I'd suggest Puerto Viejo. Pura Vida 🤙

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks for sharing Danny! I need to get over and explore more of the Caribbean side

  • @BH-el4rs
    @BH-el4rs Před 3 lety +1

    Dude.....breathtaking video. You’ve done this country justice. My mom is from there and I have spent a lot of time there. Time to go back....home. (One thing, in Spanish, the “h” is basically silent). Keep up the excellent work!!! 💓

    • @BH-el4rs
      @BH-el4rs Před 3 lety

      And you even make Gallo pinto?!?! Be still my heart. That’s too cute. My husband is a chef. I need to teach him how to make it too!! I can’t wait to take him to CR And go to a Mc Donald’s for the McPinto. Always makes me laugh.

  • @kayleestephenson8776
    @kayleestephenson8776 Před 2 lety +3

    This gave some really great tips/ideas! I love the idea of staying in a beach apartment, seemed really cozy!

  • @camilodemedici8608
    @camilodemedici8608 Před 3 lety

    Awsome movie Alex - great job, thank you :))

  • @bobbygotsch
    @bobbygotsch Před 3 lety +1

    You help me every time I travel. Thank you !!

  • @spanishwithisrael
    @spanishwithisrael Před 2 lety

    Beautiful scenery! Thank you very much!

  • @melaniespringer2990
    @melaniespringer2990 Před 3 lety +1

    Magnifient vidéo. Soooo dying to go back. Gracias !

  • @DaleThomas-xt8wt
    @DaleThomas-xt8wt Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing!

  • @fonsecaten
    @fonsecaten Před 3 lety +3

    Gracias por tus vídeos mostrando las bellezas de mi país!

  • @charlitosway3
    @charlitosway3 Před 3 lety +2

    Been 3 times. Just got back from another month. Man, these vlogs are well done. Sick job.

  • @carlikinnear3144
    @carlikinnear3144 Před 3 lety

    Excellent informative video! Thank you.

  • @robertosalas6551
    @robertosalas6551 Před 3 lety +5

    I'm costa rican and I know my country is more expensive than other countries of the area but I promise you won't regret. Try not to go to San Jose, but if you want, don't spend more than one day there. Enjoy my beautiful Costa Rica! Thank Alex!!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +2

      Couldn’t agree with you more Roberto!! Still my favorite country in Latin America

  • @marjoriesalazarmadrigal9120

    Love and miss my beautiful Country, great video.

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you Marjorie! I miss your beautiful country too. Pura Vida 🤙🏼

  • @Roma190794
    @Roma190794 Před 3 lety +1

    I really enjoyed that you tried to say the name of the places in Spanish.
    Thanks for visit our Country and say your honest opinion!!! Hope that you can come again!! I know that maybe the prices are high but iworth it.

  • @jimenarodriguezchacon9255

    If you go to Costa Rica, visit limón, puerto viejo, and MANZANILLA!!

  • @mikepuusa6084
    @mikepuusa6084 Před rokem +1

    Great vid buddy !

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před rokem

      Thanks Mike! New video just got published, check it out!

  • @blakemeyers9304
    @blakemeyers9304 Před 2 lety +1

    Dope, really like your in-depth and straight-to-the-point style

  • @bcmaughan
    @bcmaughan Před 3 lety

    Wow. So nice to dream of things like this to escape from this stupid Covid. Great vid!

  • @elisechamberlain8980
    @elisechamberlain8980 Před 3 lety +1

    we're headed there in a week! We are super excited as its our first time. not driving, were just staying at a resort in playa, Guanacaste province for 7 nights, as we aren't yet familiar with the country. if we love it well drive next time! thanks for the video!

    • @shannoncampbell2017
      @shannoncampbell2017 Před rokem

      I am in a similar position. Can you tell me where you stayed and how it went? I have some travel credits to use up with Southwest Vacations. Most of the hotel options are either an airport hotel or all inclusive in Guanacaste. Never been to Costa Rica so I am not sure what to do. We can extend the trip a bit and stay somewhere not on the list, I am sure. Just trying to learn.

  • @ticousa
    @ticousa Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks Alex !!! Three families (16 total )Just waiting to open the airports for surfing , wind surfing , kayak.etc . Covid -19 mess big time this world. Thanks again very accurate🇨🇷🏄🏻🏖👙 👍🏼🙏🏼

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Gracias Eli! The airports just opened up and they are adding countries to the approved list everyday. Visitcostarica.com has all the current info

  • @glendaeduardo2935
    @glendaeduardo2935 Před 3 lety +2

    Hi Alex! Love the video! I would love to visit Costa Rica, all Central America really, thank you for the video, really good. Cheers from Brazil 😃

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +1

      Muito obrigado Glenda! I met a lot of Brazilians when I was at Pavones, they like to surf :)

  • @ron6575
    @ron6575 Před 3 lety

    Interesting, I did this exact trip back in 1995. We mostly stayed in Dominical, but traveled all over including a few days in Limon.

  • @jeannettevalencia7061
    @jeannettevalencia7061 Před 2 lety

    I just got back from Fontana! I love ❤️ Costa Rica 🇨🇷! It’s my 2nd time!

  • @michaelzhao8590
    @michaelzhao8590 Před 3 lety

    Awesome thank you Mr. Alex Vagabound I visited Costa Rica summer of 2019 for a week in Guanacasta province it was nice definately a good place

  • @tianashiggins4818
    @tianashiggins4818 Před 3 lety

    I love the extra details .

  • @darrellloden
    @darrellloden Před 3 lety +1

    Enjoyed your video, the metering and photo was great, Am planning a first time trip with friends who have a dozen trips under their belts who passed your video to me . hope all is well with You and family. thanks

  • @quannguyen89
    @quannguyen89 Před 3 lety +2

    That's amazing!! CR is a beautiful country for those who love the nature. I always want to go back

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Totally agree Quan! It’s such an amazing country

    • @dantran9651
      @dantran9651 Před 3 lety

      How's driving over there...?
      If I am going alone ...? I really need a buddy companion..to travel with..

    • @quannguyen89
      @quannguyen89 Před 3 lety

      not too bad, but I'd rather let my friend drive

  • @Emily-le2wi
    @Emily-le2wi Před 3 lety +1

    I wish more travel videos were so helpful. Subscribed!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Cheers Emily! Thank you. Many more to see on my channel 🙏🏼

  • @johnfranco-arboine7851

    thank you Alex for this beautiful video of Tiquisia. Sloth, Perezoso, Ranura

  • @Dennis_Reynolds
    @Dennis_Reynolds Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome video, thanks man! Can't wait to hit up that hot springs hotel!

  • @bgberkley
    @bgberkley Před 3 lety +3

    8:50 love the hermit crabs!

  • @user-tc3zb3mq8u
    @user-tc3zb3mq8u Před 8 měsíci +1

    Thank you for your great information! 2nd trip for us going to ojochal will follow some of your suggestions, pura vida

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 8 měsíci

      It’s my pleasure. Make sure you grab a copy of my Costa Rica Itinerary. There’s tons more helpful information and all of my favorite spots, restaurants, hotels, activities and experiences in an easy to follow interactive map.
      Check it out here. bit.ly/CostaRicaItineraryGuide

  • @mattwinder4620
    @mattwinder4620 Před 3 lety

    Awesome video. You should check out the Mal Pais/Santa Teresa area on the Nicoya Peninsula. Easily my favorite part of CR. Pura Vida!

  • @dianapiscitelli9369
    @dianapiscitelli9369 Před 3 lety

    Thanks, great video!

  • @irmafranke8181
    @irmafranke8181 Před 3 lety +1

    This video was extremely helpful to us!! Thank you!

  • @CissyandBud
    @CissyandBud Před 3 lety +2

    Fun video and great tips! I love the waterfalls. And a beachfront apartment for $100 a night sounds like a great deal.

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      It is! Check them out, Surf Inn Hermosa. The best 👌🏼

  • @sky-tom
    @sky-tom Před 4 měsíci

    PURA VIDA - lots to see there - thank you for your Video

  • @ShawnsImagination
    @ShawnsImagination Před 3 lety +2

    Fantastic information Alex👍🏽👏🏽 Thank you 🙏🏽

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Shawn! Glad you enjoyed it! Much more content on the way, stay tuned!

  • @GagandeepSingh-xn1fb
    @GagandeepSingh-xn1fb Před rokem +1

    Liked the content

  • @rinoalionheart7202
    @rinoalionheart7202 Před 3 lety +1

    OMG!! That is so awesome!! My brother lives in San Jose, Costa Rica (gated community) and he has a condo in Jaco right on the beach. And you are right when you say if you want to learn how to surf, go to Jaco. For $5 bucks you can rent a surf board right on the beach. The waves are more rough in Playa Hermosa. I visited both places by the beach when I was there, after spending a few days at his house in San Jose. So much to do and so little time. The sun rises and sets the same time everyday because the country is so close to the equator. There is no way I would rent a car and drive there, though, you are brave to do so. There is a reason they try to charge you $500 bucks for rental insurance. I can't wait to see more videos on your trips there. Have fun!!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Thank you Rinoa! I can't wait to get back and explore the Caribbean side! Hope all is well.

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Have you seen my other "12 Essential Travel Tips for Costa Rica" video?

  • @dimaslizardo1168
    @dimaslizardo1168 Před 3 lety +1

    awesome video. thanks!! I'm heading there on 12/17 for Christmas and New Years!!!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety +1

      Hope you enjoy it! Have you seen my other Costa Rica guide video?

  • @iriaiglesiass
    @iriaiglesiass Před 2 lety +1

    Great videos! Very helpful, thanks!

  • @spanishstudiocr
    @spanishstudiocr Před 2 lety

    Sloth: oso perezoso :) (The two- and three toed sloths are part of our national symbols in Costa Rica)

  • @lauriekline8655
    @lauriekline8655 Před 3 lety +1

    We stayed at the the springs resort in La Fortuna it was amazing

  • @andrewcorrado4165
    @andrewcorrado4165 Před 3 lety +1

    Now we want to go!!!

  • @dalegriffiths335
    @dalegriffiths335 Před 2 lety +1

    ALEX, Great job on the tour, we stayed at the Springs Resort in 2014 and had a blast.

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 2 lety

      Thank you Dale! The Springs are so nice!

    • @dalegriffiths335
      @dalegriffiths335 Před 2 lety

      @@AlexanderAyling my wife had a great time on the 4wheeler tour thru the country side

    • @dalegriffiths335
      @dalegriffiths335 Před 2 lety

      @@AlexanderAyling we are going to Carrillo on the 21st.

  • @andreshannemann1679
    @andreshannemann1679 Před 3 lety +1

    Sloths are better known as "Oso Perezoso" in Spanish, here you may find 2 kinds of these pretty cool animals, the two and three fingers sloths ✌️

  • @heather5908
    @heather5908 Před rokem

    Thank you!

  • @rogercocco5309
    @rogercocco5309 Před 3 lety

    thanks for the video!!!

  • @patsyrubio
    @patsyrubio Před 2 lety +1

    Great video and narration Alex.

  • @gabelo01
    @gabelo01 Před rokem

    Drake Bay was LEGENARY...... we had to take a boat through the rivers of sierpe eventually popping from the winding river out into open ocean, racing horizontally towards drake bay. Reaching this small town was like going to a small pirates of the Caribbean located town. took a boat next morning to Corcovado national park absolutely INSANE..... we saw trees that had roots so thick with cavities going through the trees ROOT, big enough for humans to climb through and the centers of some of these trees were hollow. literrally 10ft wide and probably like 20ft tall cavities inside of a tree. was told people once lived in trees like that absolutely absurd trip

  • @jenc2601
    @jenc2601 Před 2 lety +1

    Greetings from Costa Rica 🇨🇷

  • @universum57
    @universum57 Před 3 lety +1

    very beautiful,thanks for the video

  • @leonsun6696
    @leonsun6696 Před 3 lety +1

    wow, this is amazing

  • @Smiley_101
    @Smiley_101 Před 9 měsíci +1

    ❤️❤️❤️ it just perfect location for a vacay and everyone bucket list to go here. Gosh so close to the US make me wants to buy lotsa acres n build my tropical dream home here 😅

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 9 měsíci

      You should! But definitely head down there first and scope it out. Grab a copy of my itinerary so you make the most of your time there.
      Check it out here: bit.ly/CostaRicaItineraryGuide

  • @jessicaremyhiguera3331

    Amazing video! But you missed the south Caribbean cost! It is the true gem of Costa Rica! If you have never been I would highly recommend you go next time you visit Costa Rica!!

  • @kathleenfobell1331
    @kathleenfobell1331 Před rokem

    Super job. I am an adventurer and have been to C.R. and would love to go back again. anything on Isla Mujeres, Mex.>

  • @gregtaylor5809
    @gregtaylor5809 Před 3 lety +1

    Amazing..I'm taking my first trip to Costa Rica as soon as they open it utah

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Awesome! Hope things are well in Utah Greg. Have you seen my “12 Essential Travel Tips” for Costa Rica video yet?

  • @cibablea
    @cibablea Před 2 lety +1

    Real nice, man. We will take your advice.

  • @irinakoundelova
    @irinakoundelova Před 3 lety +1

    This is a beautiful video

  • @allthingsel995
    @allthingsel995 Před 2 lety +1

    I've seen people try to make it as "locals" in CR since I was 6 years old when my own dad had this need to "escape" by jet setting each year to CR to surf. They eventually all make it home though, one way or another, my dad died in 2011 in Tamarindo and came home in the form of ashes inside one of those clay pots you see the vendors selling to tourists on the beach. Ironic and truly heartbreaking but I will leave you with this: Life is short, spend it with the ones you love, you don't need to run away from your family to experience life. Experience it, but don't leave your family waiting.

  • @wei-mingsu6968
    @wei-mingsu6968 Před 3 lety

    I'm going to Costa Rica in a day on Saturday February 13, 2021. I'm so glad I found your video. It's my first time going. Now I know about Tabacon and the hot springs there. I'm glad you mentioned the free hot springs around there. I'll be staying at the Riu Guanacaste at Matapalo Beach in Guanacaste. It's in Gunacaste Province, not in Puntarenas Province that you show in your video. How confusing for tourists. I guess it's like having a town named Springfield in evey state in the US.

    • @shannoncampbell2017
      @shannoncampbell2017 Před rokem

      Would you mind telling me how you liked the RIU? I may be staying there in January 2023. Also, was it still green when you were there or was it dry? Thank you so much! It's my first trip to CR.

  • @rodvarmo
    @rodvarmo Před 3 lety

    Cocles and Punta uva on the caribbean are my favorite

  • @deepalikashyap7822
    @deepalikashyap7822 Před 3 měsíci

    amazing

  • @KANTHAYA
    @KANTHAYA Před 3 lety +1

    Great video brother, thank you.

  • @caddyzig
    @caddyzig Před 3 lety +5

    What a beautiful trip! Thanks so much for sharing all these wonderful suggestions. I hope this can be our next international trip after COVID.

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      No worries John thanks for tuning in! I feel the same way haha

  • @9314sebas
    @9314sebas Před 2 lety

    I am Costa Rican, nice video but I need to stop in Cartago and Heredia, they have very beautiful places

  • @moneybee
    @moneybee Před 3 lety +7

    Alex, great footage and insightful video! Travel is what excites me most, and what motivates me on my financial journey. The natural beauty of Costa Rica really seems amazing (provided you stay off Isle Nublar), and it looks like you made the most of your trip!It's always fun finding fellow CZcamsrs with a passion for travel. Just subscribed, keep it up!

    • @AlexanderAyling
      @AlexanderAyling  Před 3 lety

      Thank you and welcome to the channel. Honestly though I’d 100% visit Isla Nublar lol. Have you read the books? They are so good!