Stephanie & John

This thrilling four-wheel-drive journey will take us where breathtaking landscapes and traditional culture are just waiting to be discovered! We will experience the spectacular scenery, lives of rural Costa Ricans that have barely changed over the years, secluded soft silver-sand beaches, exotic flora and fauna and many quaint little villages. Sounds like honeymoon fun!

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.

On our honeymoon we would love to hike through trails of the rainforest to Cahuita, visiting Puerto Vargas along the way. Our journey will come to a brief stop where we will have a romantic picnic lunch by the crystal clear Caribbean waters and maybe take a cool refreshing dip. Continuing on the trail we will see howler monkeys, the green ibis and the mighty rufous kingfisher above in the treetops! So many sights to take in but we will do it all thanks to you!

On our tour, we will depart from La Fortuna and drive to Los Chiles, a rustic town, taking a boat down to Rio Frio to the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. There, we will observe many different types of birds along with sloth, monkeys, caimans, lizards, bats and an array of colorful flora of the wetland. A truly beautiful experience!

On our tour, we will depart from La Fortuna and drive to Los Chiles, a rustic town, taking a boat down to Rio Frio to the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. There, we will observe many different types of birds along with sloth, monkeys, caimans, lizards, bats and an array of colorful flora of the wetland. A truly beautiful experience!

This Canopy Tour will be an amazing, unforgettable experience! We'll fly through the tree tops of the Monteverde Could Forest on steel cables. We'll experience the various levels of the canopy as we glide and swing from tree to tree. Watch out Tarzan!

Our tour begins with a hiking trip through a tropical humid forest, passing bridges and spectacular scenery, to the Fortuna Waterfall with amazing swimming holes. After our honeymoon lunch at "Lava Rocks Restaurant" we will make our way to tour the Arenal Volcano. As we walk up the lava flows and watch the sunset we'll await the darkness to see and hear glowing rocks of lava tumbling down the side of the mountain, then it's time for a relaxing soak in the warmed mineral waters of Tabacon Resort and a romantic honeymoon dinner for two!

We will travel through a unique inland waterway learning about the important ecosystems in the world while enjoying the enchanting mangrove estuary, observing whiteface capuchin monkeys and an array of colorful jeweled birds. Fresh tropical fruits will be served on our kayaking adventure, after we have worked up a sweat!

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!

Our experienced captain will take us out into the Pacific Ocean near Cano Island to crystal blue waters teaming with sea life. Here Orcas, pilot, humpback and other whales are sighted almost daily. Together we will have the thrill of meeting our dolphins face-to-face, sharing a soft touch, and viewing their grace and beauty. We'll make sure to take home a photo for a perfect memory of our honeymoon adventure.

A morning stroll never hurt anyone! We will wake up at the break of dawn to witness tropical birds such as toucans, parrots, oropendolas, colorful tanagers and parakeets. Now, we are the early birds!

Our adventure starts with a hike along the coast, making our way into the tropical forest to a streaming waterfall on the Rio Claro where we will ride down the river on inner tubes to a pristine beach to soak up some sun and take a nice refreshing dip, snorkel and enjoy a romantic picnic lunch! The grand finale, a well-deserved afternoon boat ride to complete our honeymoon outing!

Our tour will begin with a scenic drive through coffee and sugar cane plantations to the city of Grecia where the famous, rare and beautiful metal church rests. Next, we'll tour the craftsmen factories of Sarchi where they build oxcarts splendidly decorated and treasured worldwide for their unique beauty. What a day!

With your wedding gift, we will take a joyride early in the afternoon to Kekoldi Indian Reservation and visit the Green Iguana Project. The green iguana was an endangered species so they put them in captivity to help them live and reproduce. We will get to see an interesting process of their reproduction and growth.

On our way to our destination, we will travel through tropical forests near Rincon de la Vieja National Park, the Guanacaste Mountain Range, passing by small villages and cattle ranches. Arriving at the natural hot springs, we will get to try the therapeutic properties of the ever-so-famous mineral mud along with a nice soak in the warm waters marveling at the lush tropical scenery. If we are feeling adventurous we can be swinging through the trees like Tarzan and Jane to experience a world only the bird's eye sees!

After a delicious breakfast, we will start our day with a stroll along the Rio Celeste River arriving at Tenorio Volcano National Park, where we'll hike through a tropical rainforest arriving at "Los Tenideros" of the Rio Celeste, a place where two streams of water come together and form one heavenly color of crystal blue. Hiking back, we will stop and take a mud bath in the healing mud, and take a luxurious soak in the natural hot springs while observing Tenorio Volcano, continuing through the jungle and our final reward, an exquisite lunch for our hunger! A lovely honeymoon tour!

We will discover the beauty of nature in a lush rainforest on the Pacific Coast in Costa Rica, visiting the Guacalillo estuary and the delta of the Tarcoles River near the Carara National Park, surrounded by mangroves and tropical forests where we will see different species of flora and fauna. Witnessing large colonies of crocodiles, nesting sites of the scarlet macaw and different types of species, we will have to bring our camera for this honeymoon expedition!

We'll let an experienced guide take us on a hike through Manuel Antonio National Park so we don't get lost! Visiting two pristine, sun-kissed white-sand beaches, Espadilla Sur and Manuel Antonio learning about local plant life, pointing out some of the subsiding fauna such as capuchin, squirrel monkeys, agouti and the three-toed sloth along with 184 species of birds. A honeymoon adventure we will always remember!

We will journey deep into the rainforest with the sound of the crested-mandible toucan, the mealy parrot and the bay wrens as we see the jungle's tropical beauty, coming across an indigenous village with a thatched big hut where the clan's chief used to live, now used as a ceremonial place receiving knowledge and learning about the history of the different constructions. Our grand finale, stopping at the Medical Botanical Garden learning about the medicinal plants and what they have done to help the people. A truly wonderful and interesting experience for our honeymoon!

With your wedding gift, we will indulge in the crisp night air and take a walk to The Dendrobates Reserve where we will get to witness different types of frogs from tree frogs to bullfrogs, along with a variety of colorful species such as poison dart frogs, snakes, night birds, mammals and insects. We will enjoy this nocturnal activity through a rainforest so precious!

We will begin our exciting day by enjoying a delicious breakfast and a ride to the town of Tarcoles where we will explore one of the most fascinating national parks of all the tropical forests in Costa Rica. Filled with native animals, we will see crocodiles, ocelots, sloth, monkeys, scarlet macaws, toucans, and trogons along with many other special fauna of the tropical forests. Enjoying the tropical jungle's secrets and the nearby-secluded beach will be one truly amazing experience!

On this romantic day cruise we will board a luxurious yacht for a wonderful Pacific Islands adventure! Our destination is Tortuga Island, Famous for its pristine white sand beaches, shimmering clear waters and superb snorkeling. We will indulge in a delectable seafood buffet served right on the beach for that extra romantic island ambience! A paradise we will not want to miss!

With your wedding gift, we will tour through the Pan-American heading to Alajuela, visiting the agriculture monument, the Juan Santa Maria statue and the famous Mangos Park. We will take a stop at the coffee fields, a fern farm, strawberry plantations, and flower farms. Continuing onto the Caribbean area we will discover the La Paz Waterfall Gardens where we will hike trails, witness the largest enclosed butterfly observatory and a hummingbird gallery full of tropical jewels. We even have time to sit down and enjoy a romantic buffet lunch, Costa Rican style!

We will travel through time and transport ourselves to the Costa Rica of the past! This cultural experience will have us entertained for hours with its unique presentations of Pueblo Antiguo where brilliant and bright colors of architecture, customs and traditions come together to show the origin of this small country and all of its friendly people, all while having a true Costa Rican meal. An unforgettable time, filling our hearts with content and culture!

Traveling into the heart of a lush and tropical rainforest in an open-air gondola with canvas awnings, we will feel a bit of adrenaline as we soar above a rugged valley, a private reserve abundant with tropical wildlife learning about its history. We will be thanking you kindly!

What could be more romantic and relaxing than sailing through the turquoise Caribbean waters on an elegant yacht? We will enjoy the beautiful landscape together on our honeymoon sail.

Floating down the Penas Blancas River, we will discover true peacefulness as we observe monkeys, sloth, iguanas, turtles, crocodiles and many species of birds. Rowing quietly and gently down the river will enable us to take photos, enjoying the sounds of nature, sipping on a drink and indulging on the local tropical fruits and not even disturbing the animals!

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!

With your wedding gift we can plan ahead and upgrade to a romantic honeymoon suite. Our suite will be just steps from the beach nestled amongst the magnificent lush, fragrant tropical gardens and framed with breathtaking ocean views. We will be pampered in style and comfort, leaving us with "suite" memories!

With your honeymoon gift, we'll enjoy entertainment and a delicious sunset dinner on the beach. Thank you!

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 will browse the boutique store and pick up a few local handicrafts and souvenirs as mementoes from our honeymoon.

On this tour, we will stop at various markets to find unique souvenirs on the way to the "White City," all built out of white adobe in the last century.

Thank you for allowing us to pre-plan our trip. It all goes towards having the ultimate getaway made possible by your generous registry gift.

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.

What a feeling! An aromatic exfoliate gel is applied to our bodies to refine the skin, and then oils and creams are added to moisturize and soften. Finally our bodies are wrapped to increase the warmth, completely relax us and set the mood for romance.

Buena Vista, located in the volcanic mountain range of Guanacaste, offers us a unique opportunity to enjoy nature at its best. After a short and easy horseback ride we will visit the volcanic hot springs and fumaroles. Last but not least, we'll enjoy a mud bath and mask in a relaxing sulfur hot water pool.

We will experience the special indulgence of a couple's massage lying side-by-side being pampered with exotic oils that hydrate the skin, rejuvenate senses, and leave us refreshed and revitalized. We want to reserve our spa treatments early for this ultimate spa experience!

I will be pampered with a classic and gentle cleansing facial with wonderful aromatic ingredients, leaving my skin radiant and beautiful. No photos during the treatment allowed!

I will enjoy a gentleman's spa day. Relaxing in the spa being pampered with an invigorating massage and a soothing scalp treatment, then to complete my day at the spa a Gentleman's Nail Grooming. Who says a spa day is just for the girls?

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

We'll savor an exotic medley of fruit, hand-dipped individually into a rich and silky smooth chocolate to indulge while overlooking the spectacular views! Simply sweet bliss!

As aspiring oenophiles, or people who just like wine, we'll spend a day at our desired winery enjoying the entertaining and knowledgeable explanation of the winemaking process, followed by a tasting of some of the finest wines!