Angela & Michael

We will explore the saltwater lagoon on a guided watercraft adventure! We'll navigate around the natural reef formations, inlets, islands and sand spits.

Our adventure starts with the Gatun Locks for an one-hour visit to the Panama Canal locks where we will be able to see the operation of this great marvel of modern engineering. Next we'll find ourselves paddling a kayak in the Panama Canal! There are 1,368 species of vascular plants, 93 species of mammals and as many as 366 species of birds in this area.

We'll enjoy snorkeling with the southern stingrays. We'll learn about the stingrays' behaviors, habitat, feeding and breeding. What an awesome experience.

We'll get up-close-and-personal with the exotic marine life while diving to depths of 150 feet in the Atlantis submarine. We'll see colorful schools of tropical fish, huge sponge gardens, and mystical coral fields without getting wet!

We'll board a trolley train for a tour of Curacao’s distinctive Dutch colonial architecture and the sights and sounds of island life. We will stop at the “wedding cake” house and see the Pietermaai Cathedral; drive past the floating fish and vegetable market, Mikve Emmanuel Israel (the oldest synagogue in the Western Hemisphere) and see Queen Wilhelmina Park and the Waterfort Arches. Finally, we'll visit Fort Amsterdam, built in 1635 with its beautiful Protestant church.

The Arenal Volcano is one of the most active volcanoes in the Americas. From our observation point, we will feel the ground tremble and see the night sky explode with ash and lava in a natural display of fireworks. We will visit the hot springs of Arenal, where we will relax in the soothing waters and be caressed by the cool night air while observing the stars and the incredible night sky above the volcano. This is absolutely an evening we will not want to miss.

With your wedding gift, we will experience the diversity of abundant marine life, magnificent colorful corals and the reef beyond! We will truly know where paradise subsides!

Everyone should play a "round" a little so we will reserve our tee times now. We'll look forward to playing golf on spectacular greens that rival any in the world with their beauty, challenging nature, and flexible score cards!

We'll have a drink or two on you at the local bar or at our favorite saloon. Cheers!

We can't wait to experience boasting and beautiful museums, and learn about the historical and rich Costa Rican culture of San Jose. Driving through Sabana Park, we will take a walking tour through the historic National Theater, visit unique museums, the University of Costa Rica, and the Supreme Court along with a brief stop in Moravia allowing us to browse the boutiques and pick up some souvenirs from our Costa Rican honeymoon!

We will finally experience the true Tarzan and Jane way of life as we soar through the trees of Tu Ru Bari Tropical Park. On this exhilarating tour, we will get a bird's eye view of the park's magnificent scenery and exotic flora and fauna and have the opportunity to taste the local flavors of the Costa Rican cuisine in one of the two restaurants Tu Ru Bari offers! A lovely wedding gift and a thrill of a lifetime!

On this awesome underground adventure, our knowledgeable guide will take us through narrow passages, labyrinths and chambers where we'll see a famous rock formation called, "La Papaya" along with other amazing stalactites and stalagmites. This tour is only for those who like to get wet, muddy and messy just as we do!

Every night from November to February, the most spectacular natural event happens. On this adventure, we will find us truly amazed as we witness the nesting ritual of the leatherback sea turtle. As they drag themselves onto the beach, they lay their eggs at the same nesting site they have used for countless generations before. Maybe we will even get to see a hatchling make his way out to the big and blue!

With a spectacular view of the ocean, we will join the locals and feast on comida tipica (native dishes), fresh fish, and succulent steaks complemented by gallo pinto, the national dish of fried rice and black beans.

We would love just one more night to celebrate and indulge in romance! At our favorite restaurant we’ll enjoy spectacular cuisine and sip on classical cocktails and concoctions while toasting to us and our ‘last’ night on our escape in paradise!

We look forward to reserving an intimate candlelit dinner. We'll choose a quiet restaurant with a warm atmosphere, outstanding cuisine and impeccable service.

Together, we’ll experience an array of Holland America’s restaurants while dining in a soft, romantic, elegant, chic and casual atmosphere. We’ll tantalize our palates with the fresh flavors of mouthwatering steaks, European cuisine, fresh local seafood specialties, and decadent desserts, all complimented by a bottle of wine from their extensive wine list!

We'll need a spa day just to ourselves! We will sit back, relax and indulge in a rejuvenating and revitalizing spa treatment or massage to help soothe our tense muscles and to help us get back in the groove.

We can plan to start our trip with a romantic flair! What better way than with the decadence of this unbeatable combination?