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Each month the Time Travels experts feature a unique escape itinerary, or an ultimate travel deal.  We choose these escapes based on uniquesness and value for your travel dollar.  Our ultimate escape choices typically feature:  Romantic beach vacations at great rates, fun group travel destinations, all-inclusive resort deals, honeymoon packages, or destination wedding ideas.

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A new honeymoon 10 day/ 9 night romance/ honeymoon package for Costa Rica!

  • Pick up at the International Airport. Private land transfer to hotel in San Jose. Approx. 40 min.
  • Overnight at Peace Lodge. Dbl std room.
  • Private land transfer from Peace Lodge to Arenal. Approx. 3.5 hrs.
  • Arenal Volcano Hiking Tour & Tabacon Thermal Hot Springs (Entrance fee w/dinner)
    Your naturalist guide will pick you up from your hotel and then drive to the El Silencio private reserve, right at the edge of the Arenal Volcano National Park. Along this informative, beautiful walk, you’ll learn about the behemoth Arenal Volcano, the secondary and primary tropical forest surrounding it and the interesting wildlife of the area. Once we finish the walk, we’ll head to the active side to see if we can spot some of the bright red, molten rock falling from the volcano. And it's here you can partake in sharing some Liquid Lava (a mix of local "fire water" and natural drink.) We always say: "If you can't see the lava, at least you'll be able to feel it..."
    For those who wish to finish off the night relaxing in natural hot springs, we have Tabacon Thermal Hot Springs different temperature pools, swim-up bars, locker rooms, restaurant and a more-lively atmosphere.

  • Overnight at Mountain Paradise Hotel. Premium Jr. Suite. Breakfast included.

  • Canopy Tour
    This adrenaline experience begins with a short walk to the first platform where our guides will check all of our gear with great detail. After the inspection our guide will explain the way to proceed in the cables and all the necessary information you need for the tour.The feeling of flying through the trees is unmatchable! The Arenal Paraiso Canopy tour is considered to be one of the best canopy tours in the area. It has 12 platforms and 350 meters of zip lines at approximated heights of 85 meters. All of our cables have been designed taken in consideration the beautiful surroundings. In this way you have the perfect combination of nature and adventure! The canopy tour is for all ages and all you need is an adventurous soul. This adventure will provide incredible memories of the Costa Rican rainforest!

  • Overnight at Mountain Paradise Hotel. Premium Jr. Suite. Breakfast included.
  • Safari Floating Tour at Penas Blancas River (Lunch included)
    Serenely explore the river by boat on this floating safari nature excursion... safe for all ages! The Safari Float Arenal Costa Rica on the Rio Peñas Blancas is the ideal rainforest river float for those looking for a peaceful encounter with the plentiful wildlife that abounds along the Peñas Blancas river only 25 minutes from Arenal Volcano.
    Professional bilingual naturalist guide will assist you as you paddle along a smooth, class-1 river and explain about the various plants and animals of this nature filled area of Costa Rica.
    Animals regularly spotted on the Safari Float tour include: monkeys, sloths, iguanas, crocodiles and caimans, plus a large variety of species of tropical birds such as the Sunbittern, keel-billed toucan, herons, kingfishers and our favorite the Montezuma Oropendula.
    This half-day Safari Float tour is a must for photographers! You'll spend 1-2 hours on the river depending on the number of animals you spot!
  • Overnight at Mountain Paradise Hotel. Premium Jr. Suite. Breakfast included.
  • Private land transfer to Manuel Antonio, Quepos. Approx. 4 hrs.
  • Welcome Cocktail. Overnight at El Parador. Vista Suite. Buffet breakfast included.
  • Chocolate Massage. 10% discount on any treatment at Pacífica Spa. Free use of the tennis court and gym.
    Overnight at El Parador. Vista Suite. Buffet Breakfast included.
  • Horseback Riding to Tocori Waterfalls Tour.
    After a relaxing hour-long ride on horseback through the tropical rain forest – with the pace determined by your comfort level and riding ability – leave your horses on the trail as Don Gilberto or his daughter Dyala guide you through the exotic plant and animal life on a nature walk. They will let you taste, smell, touch and observe first hand the real Costa Rican jungle. After indulging your mind and spirit with expert knowledge, take a refreshing dip in pristine natural mountain waters while being splashed on by two stunning waterfalls at Tocori. And don’t forget to enjoy an unforgettable taste of local fresh fruits and a homemade special tropical drink made exclusively by Doña Eli, Don Gilberto´s wife, all while you relax and cool off next to the waterfalls.
    After being refreshed, you are ready for a ride through meandering Tocori streams to the private Rancho where Doña Eli will be your hostess, as she shares with you a homemade Costa Rican “casado” – a typical Costa Rican dish or terrific BBQ. Enjoy more of the tastes and flavors of Costa Rica as you sample delicious delicacies of the tropical rain forest and of our fresh, local Costa Rican produce. As Don Gilberto says, “Come and taste the flavors of our country.” Before returning to Manuel Antonio, enjoy one last relaxing experience enjoying the bounty of Costa Rica at the Rancho. Let Don Gilberto or Dayla show you their private herb and plant garden as they help educate locals and visitors alike on how to preserve the indigenous plant and herb varieties of their beautiful country. While you are there, ask how you can help preserve the tropical rain forest and educate others about the true beauty and biodiversity of Costa Rica.


Romance at Parador Dinner:

  • 5 course dinner
  • Soy and ginger marinated salmon carpaccio served with a wasabi vinaigrette/fresh radish and peashoot salad
  • Passion fruit sorbet
  • Fresh tomato and strawberry soup, with gruyere cheese
  • Tricolor Fish Braid (salmon, tilapia and mahi-mahi) in a lobster bisque sauce
  • Saffron risotto with portobello mushrooms, asparagus and artichoke hearts

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  • Grilled beef tenderloin with portobello mushroom and light mushroom velouté, fresh asparagus, artichoke hearts
  • Tenderloin steak with portobello mushrooms wing in velouté a light sauce of mushrooms, artichoke hearts and fresh asparagus

Overnight at El Parador. Vista Suite. Buffet Breakfast included.

  • Catamaran Sunset Cruise.
    We invite all of our friends and visitors to experience an outstanding naturalist tour with amazing views of the Manuel Antonio National Park on our Catamaran Cruise. We offer the convenience of having both morning and afternoon tours to maximize your time.
    The morning tour includes a snorkeling adventure at one of our beautiful snorkeling locations along the coast of one of the local beaches. The afternoon tour is a truly amazing trip for nature lovers who will enjoy not only the experience itself but the breathtaking sunset of the Pacific Ocean. Humpback whales, and dolphins as well as other beautiful marine life can be witnessed on our catamaran tour. On board we offer an excellent variety of snacks and natural drinks. These can be enjoyed while navigating along the coast with the ocean breeze and the sun, helping you to enjoy this tropical paradise.
    Overnight at El Parador. Vista Suite. Buffet Breakfast included.
  • Private land transfer from Manuel Antonio, Quepos to San Jose. Approx. 3.5 hrs.
  • 8:00 p.m.. Pick up at the hotel. Dinner at Tiquicia Restaurant. Overnight at Grano de Oro Hotel. Dbl Std. Room. Breakfast included.
  • Pick up at the hotel. Transfer to Juan Santamaria International Airport. End of services.

Package includes:

  • Private transfers in/out International Airport.
  • Private land private to Arenal.
  • 3 nights in Arenal at Mountain Paradise Resort. Premium Jr. Suite. Breakfast included.
  • Arenal Hiking Tour & Tabacon Thermal Hot Springs with Buffet Dinner Included.
  • Canopy Tour, Rio Toro Whitewater Rafting Tour (Lunch included)
  • Private land transfer from Arenal to Manuel Antonio, Quepos.
  • 4 nights in Manuel Antonio, Quepos at El Parador Hotel. Dbl Vista Suite. Welcome Cocktail, buffet breakfast daily, chocolate massage, free use of tennis court & gym. Romantic Dinner.
  • Horseback Riding to Tocori Waterfalls, Catamaran Sunset Cruise.
  • 1 night at Peace Lodge in the Mountains of Heredia Central Valley. Dbl std room.  
  • 1 night in San Jose at Grano de Oro Hotel. Dbl std room. Breakfast included.
  • Dinner at Tiquicia (Transportation included)
  • All hotel taxes included.


PRICES:

Total per person $3,500.00

HOTELS:
Peace Lodge
Located on the grounds of La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park just one hour from the San José International Airport, the award winning Peace Lodge introduces its guests to a symphony of purely Costa Rican experiences celebrating the natural wonders of the rain forest and the splendid creatures that inhabit this magical environment. The ultra upscale accommodations are uniquely themed to complement the inherent beauty of its rain and cloud forest setting and the detailed architecture exudes a natural elegance and sophistication with every room boasting a Jacuzzi tub and stone fireplace along with showers that transform into waterfalls with the turn of a knob. Picture perfect views of the La Paz River Valley and the towering Poás Volcano complete the experience. The Peace Lodge was recently featured on the Travel Channel’s “Honeymoon Hotspots International” program as one of the eight most romantic honeymoon destinations in the world outside of the United States.
Each and every room boasts a Jacuzzi tub and stone fireplace along with waterfall showers. From the handcrafted canopy beds and love seats to the original stained glass and illustrated artwork you will understand the time and care put into the details of each accommodation. The best way to enjoy the view is from the Jacuzzi tub or swaying in the hammock on the balcony. The bathroom has an oversized mosaic tiled tub and elaborate waterfall shower. There is also satellite TV, stereo system, refrigerator, coffee maker and room safe.

Mountain Paradise Resort:

The hotel consists in three categories: Master suite, Junior suite, Premium, a restaurant with capacity for 80 people, adult and children’s swimming pool, Jacuzzi and wet bar.
All the rooms are equipped with “My Home Intelligent Systems”, a king size bed, fine wood furniture, flat screen televisions with cable, wireless internet, international access telephones and a Jacuzzi.
All our 12 Premium Suites come equipped with a smart system in which through a remote control the guest can control all the internal commands of the room. Also, the rooms have air conditioning, flat screen television (LCD), security safe, local and international phone service, Internet access, private bathroom with Jacuzzi, exotic gardens, and a beautiful view of the Arenal Volcano. In addition, we provide laptop computers for those clients that need them.

El Parador Resort:

A jewel in the jungle, Parador Resort & Spa glistens amidst 12 acres of lush rainforest backlit by dramatic diamond-capped ocean vistas. Gilted sunrises and fiery sunsets. The swoosh of monkeys traversing the treetops, a symphony of waves pounding the cliffs below. A remarkably romantic and poetic setting that has long made Parador a top choice for exotic weddings and tropical honeymoons.

Comfortable elegance and superlative amenities distinguish the 28 Vista Suites at Las Suites. Enveloped in lush wildlife-laden rainforest with imposing views of the shimmering Pacific, each chic suite features a pillow-top king-size bed and spacious living area replete with sleeper sofa, 42” Plasma TV, fully stocked mini-bar, table clock with I-pod deck, safety deposit box, and coffee-maker. The exclusive artwork of renowned Costa Rican painter Victor Chavarra adorns the entire suite and wall-of-glass doors lead to the private Jacuzzi on your ocean-view balcony. The lovely open-design bathroom is decked out with two granite-top sinks, separate tub and shower, plush linens and bathrobes, and a selection of bath products.