TRIP DETAILS
There's a good reason why "Rich Coast" is the nickname for Costa Rica: the country is home to some of the world's longest-living people, has an atmosphere that even Mother Nature approves of, and is a pioneer in eco-friendly tourism. it's no wonder Costa Rica is any nature and adventure seeker's dream destination.
Our small group vacation to Costa Rica will leave you speechless as you encounter and get up close and personal with nature, animals, exotic beaches, and mouthwatering farm to table delicacies. We have carefully tailored our small group travel event to attract nature lovers, adventurers, and beach lovers on this off-the-beaten-path travel event that will have you wondering why you waited so long!
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INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
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(6) NIGHTS ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT ACCOMMODATIONS IN PREMIUM JUNIOR SUITE
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SHARED ROUND TRIP AIRPORT TRANSFERS IN COSTA RICA (LIR)
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A TRAVEL EVENTS HOST ONSITE FROM THE GLOBE TROTTING DIVAS, LLC
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24 HOUR ROOM SERVICE
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3 PLANNED THEMED EVENTS AT HOST RESORT
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3 FULL DAY PRIVATE DAY TRIPS
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UNLIMITED MEALS, DRINKS AND BEVERAGES AT HOST RESORT
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2 LUNCHES (1 PER TOUR DAY EXCEPT BEACH HOP TOUR)
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1 THEMED GIFT BAG PER TRAVELER
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SMALL GROUP SETTING. 14 TRAVELERS MAX
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DIGITAL PHOTO COLLAGE OF GROUP TRIP
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ACCESS TO OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP
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CUSTOMIZED DIGITAL ITINERARY
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E-TRAVEL DOCUMENTS DELIVERED VIA EMAIL
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ALL GOVERNMENT TAXES WHERE APPLICABLE
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FLIGHTS TO COSTA RICA (AIRPORT CODE IS LIR)​​
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TRAVEL PROTECTION (WE RECOMMEND TRAVEL SAFE)
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TRAVEL MEDICAL INSURANCE
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​ANY SERVICES, AMENITIES, TOURS AND EXCURSIONS NOT LISTED UNDER TRIP INCLUSIONS AND HIGHLIGHTS
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THINGS OF PERSONAL NATURE
*NOTE THAT FLIGHTS MUST BE BOOKED BY JANUARY 12, 2024 AND YOUR FLIGHT DETAILS MUST BE PROVIDED TO US AT THAT TIME. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN YOUR ROUND TRIP AIRPORT TRANSFERS BEING CANCELLED. ADDITIONALLY PLEASE BE PREPARED TO PROVIDE A CREDIT CARD FOR CASH DEPOSIT AT CHECK IN FOR INCIDENTALS.*
TRAVEL PROTECTION OPTIONS
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​Travel Safe (from $180 Per Person). Coverage cost is determined by age.
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Your very own Travel Insurance Provider​
​Click on coverage providers above to learn more about your options.
FULL cost of coverage must be included with initial deposit.
Please note that cancellation fess apply to all bookings with or without Travel Protection.
TRAVEL CHECK LIST
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​A VALID PASSPORT IS REQUIRED FOR TRAVEL. YOUR PASSPORT MUST BE VALID FOR AT LEAST 6 MONTHS AFTER COMPLETION OF TRAVEL. PLEASE REVIEW YOUR PASSPORT RIGHT NOW TO BE SURE IT DOES NOT EXPIRE SOON.
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​WHEN MAKING YOUR RESERVATION YOU CAN CHOOSE TO PAY IN FULL OR OPT IN FOR OUR FLEXIBLE MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN. IF CHOOSING OUR FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLAN OPTION YOU WILL RECEIVE MONTHLY REMINDERS FOR YOUR NEXT PAYMENT DUE. CURRENTLY, WE DO NOT OFFER AUTO-BILL PAY.
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​PROVIDED FULL PAYMENT HAS BEEN RECEIVED BY THE FINAL PAYMENT DUE DATE ALL TRAVEL DOCUMENTS, ITINERARIES AND INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE PROVIDED TO YOU WITHIN 30 DAYS OF DEPARTURE. PLEASE RETAIN ALL RECEIPTS ISSUED TO YOU FOR YOUR RECORDS.
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​PLEASE BE REMINDED THAT IT IS THE TRAVELER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE US AWARE OF ANY CHANGES TO YOUR MAILING, BILLING OR EMAIL ADDRESS.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Riu Guanacaste (or similar Class Hotel)
The Hotel Riu Guanacaste (24h All Inclusive), is situated in Guanacaste, Costa Rica in a seafront location on Mata Palo Beach.
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This fully equipped hotel offers guests the best service in addition to a fresh water swimming pool, Jacuzzi, gym, sauna and the “Renova Spa” centre with a range of different treatments and massages. Everything you could need to guarantee the maximum well-being during your stay.
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The quality of the cuisine prepared by the chefs in our restaurants goes hand in hand with a wide variety of flavours on offer at this hotel, which will make you want to sample all our menus. The All Inclusive system gives you the opportunity to try out the buffet restaurant and the various themed restaurants on offer at the hotel.
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From its prime location, the hotel offers a wide range of activities on its beautiful beaches such as diving or fishing in the Pacific Ocean and ecotourism in the volcanic regions. During the day, we also offer you several entertainment programs for all ages, whether you’re travelling with your family, as a couple or with friends. The hotel includes a gym, table tennis, volleyball, a tennis court, windsurfing, sailing, snorkelling, kayaking and other water activities. If your favourite sporting activity is Golf, the Four Seasons golf club boasts fantastic views over the ocean and a challenging course.
ROOM DETAILS
The Double Standard rooms at the Hotel Riu Guanacaste are equipped with the best amenities for you to enjoy an unforgettable escape. These 31-m2 rooms have two small double beds (125x200 cm) or one king-size bed (200x200 cm), satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, and a balcony or terrace. You’ll find:
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In-Room Mini-Bar
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Furnished Balcony OR Terrace
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King Size Bed OR 2 Double Beds
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Flat-Screen TV
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Electronic Safe
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Black Out Curtains
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Bathroom w/Shower and Tub
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Facilities For Tea And Coffee
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Radio / Alarm / Ipd Dock
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Wifi
Premium Junior Suite Garden View
ITINERARY
This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of our travel partners and any travel restrictions set forth and mandated at the time of travel.
DAY 1 - Arrivals. Welcome to Costa Rica! Tonight let's celebrate PURA VIDA style at our All White Welcome Happy Hour!
DAY 2 - Ladies in Blue at Poolside. Rock your favorite royal blue swimwear and meet us poolside for an afternoon of water sports and activities, music, dancing and mouth watering cuisine.
DAY 3 - Explore Monteverde with me! To begin, we'll visit a local coffee farm for a tour and education on the coffee-making process in Costa Rica. The next step is obviously to try some coffee! Our next stop will be the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Walk the hanging bridges and take in the sights of the forest, wildlife, and surrounding areas while learning about the flora and fauna of the area. Lunch included.
DAY 4 - Take a full-day Guanacaste Beach Hop Tour and visit the beautiful, vibrant, and active community of Tamarindo and its exotic beach. Here you'll have the opportunity to experience the beach, engage with locals, taste exquisite local cuisine and learn the true history of Tamarindo, Costa Rica's most sought after beach town. After our time spent in Tamarindo, we'll stop by famous Flamingo Beach, and Playa Conchal before spending some time shopping at a local nearby souvenir shop. Lunch NOT included.
​DAY 5 - Eat with locals! Today we head to Costa Rica's Blue Zone to learn all about Costa Rican cuisine including the countries national dishes and how all fresh ingredients are grown and prepared for cooking. This event is hosted by locals who will walk us through their farm and show us how they prepare mouth watering Costa Rican dishes. After, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy the dish you've prepared. Next, we will be driven to the chocolate factory to learn more about chocolate, make our very own then partake in our chocolaty creations.
DAY 6 - A day of relaxation is well deserved. Our planned Spa Party will definitely set the tone for the day. Your Spa Day Pass includes access to the spa, whirl pool, sauna and eating areas. The cost of Spa services are additional to each traveler.
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DAY 7 - Breakfast Giggles and Farewell. DEPARTURES
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Private roundtrip transportation is included for all planned private tours. Each guest is responsible for their own meals and drinks if not included in tour.
Is This Trip for Me?
This trip is NOT for you if any of the following applies. This list is not limited to the below listed health conditions. Please be advised that The Globe Trotting Divas, LLC is not in any way a healthcare provider or involved in the health industry. Therefore, we highly suggest that you consult your health care provider(s) for further decisioning before booking this trip if you feel any of the below or any health condition(s) you may currently be facing could effect your trip. Submission of your Booking Form constitutes that you are fully aware of the trip health restrictions and hereby release The Globe Trotting Divas, LLC and all travel partners servicing this trip.
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You are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
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Any heart conditions
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Any health condition(s) that may prevent you from standing or walking for long periods of time
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Any health condition(s) that may prevent you from walking or climbing steep hills, etc
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Any health condition(s) that may interfere with breathing or blood pressure levels
BOOKING POLICY
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BOOKING THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF OUR BOOKING POLICY AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
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ALL PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE AT ALL TIMES.
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ALL RATES QUOTED ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT TIME OF BOOKING AND/OR IF GROUP SPACE DOES NOT FILL. GROUP SPACE LIMITED TO 16 TRAVELERS PLUS 1 TRAVEL EVENTS HOST FROM THE GLOBE TROTTING DIVAS, LLC.
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A NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE DEPOSIT OF ​$300.00 PER PERSON IS DUE TO RESERVE YOUR PACKAGE. THIS TRIP MUST BE BOOKED NO LATER THAN JUNE 30, 2023.
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AFTER INITIAL DEPOSIT(S) RECEIVED, 8 MONTHLY PAYMENTS ARE REQUIRED THIS INCLUDES FINAL PAYMENT.
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FINAL PAYMENT DUE BY FEB 12, 2024. WE DO NOT OFFER EXTENSIONS!
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A VALID PASSPORT IS REQUIRED FOR TRAVEL. PASSPORTS MUST BE VALID FOR AT LEAST 6 MONTHS AFTER YOUR TRAVEL DATES HAVE BEEN COMPLETED.
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TRAVEL PROTECTION IS NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE PRICE. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT. CONSIDER PURCHASING SOME SORT OF TRAVEL INSURANCE. WE RECOMMEND TRAVEL SAFE, HOWEVER YOU MAY USE YOUR VERY OWN TRAVEL INSURANCE PROVIDER.
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OFFICIAL ITINERARIES AND TRAVEL DOCUMENTS WILL BE ISSUED ON OR AFTER MARCH 14, 2024.
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EACH TRAVELER IS REQUIRED TO REGISTER IN THE SAME NAME THAT IS SHOWN ON THEIR PASSPORT. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN NAME CHANGE FEES FOR THE TRAVELER.
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EACH TRAVELER MUST COMPLETE ALL REQUIRED TRAVEL DOCUMENTS DURING THE BOOKING PROCESS INCLUDING SUBMISSION OF YOUR INITIAL DEPOSIT(S). FULL PAYMENT OF TRAVEL INSURANCE IS DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING.
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IF YOU HAVE A ROOMMATE ALL PARTIES MUST BOOK ON THE SAME DATE.
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A $200.00 CANCELLATION FEE WILL APPLY TO ALL CANCELLED RESERVATIONS. THIS FEE IS PER PERSON PER RESERVATION AND IS IN ADDITION TO ANY OTHER CANCELLATION FEES THAT MAY BE ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR BOOKING.
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IN THE EVENT OF CANCELLATION WHERE THE OCCUPANCY BOOKED IS DOUBLE OR GREATER, TRAVELER(S) WHO REMAIN ON THE BOOKING WILL BE 100% FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY REMAINING BALANCES OWED SINCE THE BOOKING WILL AUTOMATICALLY ADJUST TO THE TRUE OCCUPANCY HELD. THIS WILL APPLY EVEN IF THE REMAINING TRAVELER(S) HAS PAID THEIR RESERVATION IN FULL. YES WE KNOW THAT IS NOT WHAT YOU'D LIKE TO HEAR SO PLEASE ENSURE THAT BOTH, YOU AND YOUR ROOMMATE HAVE A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING AND ARE ON THE SAME PAGE BEFORE COMMITTING TO BEING ROOMMATES AND BOOKING YOUR TRIP.
MEET YOUR HOST
Greetings! My name is Anitra, and I founder and owner of The Globe Trotting Divas, LLC. And I love bringing women travelers together for exclusive, innovative, and exciting international and domestic travel events. I've been doing it for over a decade and absolutely love it! Why? Because nothing beats seeing how happy my clients are after being exposed to wonderful things like travel and experiencing new places, people, and cultures. Everything you need to know about The Globe Trotting Divas, LLC and how I started my Travel Agency is right here.
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I'll be your host for our fun filled adventure in Costa Rica! Let's break the ice so you can get to know a little more about me. I'll drop 3 fun facts below. And if you want to share a fun fact about yourself post it right here on our Facebook event page.
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Anitra's Fun Facts
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Born and raised in Philly, but I am a DALLAS COWBOYS FAN!
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My favorite animal is the lioness, and I am currently studying lions!
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I enjoy preparing dishes that I've tried on my travels!
