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Ranked #1 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Inspiring people to meet and see how t..." 05/10/2013
- "Absoultely great project" 04/21/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #2 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Great blue river colours and a good hi..." 05/13/2013
- "Still a pearl in Costa Rica" 12/26/2012
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #3 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Hiking Up" 05/17/2013
- "Great stop on clear day!" 05/15/2013
Category: National Parks
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Ranked #4 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Trip with Students" 03/19/2013
- "Sarapiqui Outdoor Center Takes You on..." 02/23/2013
Category: Tours
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WHITEWATER RAFTING & KAYAKING. Since 1990, Sarapiqui Outdoor Center has offered the best in Costa Rica whitewater rafting...
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WHITEWATER RAFTING & KAYAKING. Since 1990, Sarapiqui Outdoor Center has offered the best in Costa Rica whitewater rafting trips and kayaking clinics for adventurers of all abilities, from beginners to experts.Based out of our most convenient location in La Virgen de Sarapiqui,Sarapiquí Outdoor Center river trips and instructional clinics are only 90 minutes from La Fortuna,San Jose and Caribean .Enjoy the abundant wildlife of the numerous species of birds that live here, swim in a natural pools, hike our trails, use the community kitchen, private parking and hammock lounge. If you want some more adventure in your day, check out our rafting trips and kayaking clinics.Sarapiquí River is a Natural Monument of Costa Rica. The Best River for White water rafting in The country. Class : II & III – III & IV - IV & V.Go white whater Rafting with the us….
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Ranked #5 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Jessica is AMAZING!!!" 08/10/2012
- "Really helped with a knotted back" 07/22/2012
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At Avaneesh you can enjoy massages, foot and hand Reflexology, Reiki, Natural Lift Facial massage and Indian Head Massage. A...
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At Avaneesh you can enjoy massages, foot and hand Reflexology, Reiki, Natural Lift Facial massage and Indian Head Massage. A full member of The Association of Reflexologists. Benefit from the rejuvenating touch of a professionally educated therapist. It can help you relax, enhance self-healing and restore mind-body balance. A peaceful hideaway where it is all about YOU and YOUR well-being. Appointments available minutes away from the San Jose airport and in San Jose. Ideal also for people who have a late flight and wish to relax before travelling.
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Ranked #6 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Day Trip" 05/17/2013
- "see rain forest animals and birds up c..." 05/13/2013
Category: Zoos
This is a wonderful little park. Not only does the entrance fee help in rehabilitation of animals, it is also a learning center for children from all over the world. It's a great... more »
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Ranked #7 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Sustainable local Gifts in Costa Rica" 04/11/2013
- "What a amazing shop and the three wond..." 04/10/2013
Category: Shops
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Souvenir Museum Verdes&Colores, its the first museum of this kind in Costa Rica.Since 2008 our project promotes utilitarian...
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Souvenir Museum Verdes&Colores, its the first museum of this kind in Costa Rica.Since 2008 our project promotes utilitarian and sustainable products made in Costa Rica, encouraging the diffusion of culture, art and Costa Rican identity. We seek to provide to the visitor the responsible consumption through an innovative business model based on chains of fair trade that generates micro-economies, collaborating in community development from the commercialization and consumption of local products. You will carry more than a unique product with you!Discover our innovative concept and get inspired by the story behind each product in the store!
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Ranked #8 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Amazing tour experience" 11/20/2012
- "arenal costa rica" 08/09/2012
Category: Mountains
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With our healthy and well trained horses, we start this incredible guided tour, crossing rivers and through the trails in the...
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With our healthy and well trained horses, we start this incredible guided tour, crossing rivers and through the trails in the rain forest, enjoying all the views of the San Carlos plains, and the amazing lava paths of the majestic Arenal Volcano. We can see also, monkeys, birds like toucans, turkeys, hawks, falcons etc.Departure time: 8:30 a.m. / 1:00 p.m.What to bring: Long pants, hiking boots, suns screen, mosquitoÂ’s repellent, camera, binoculars and rain gear.
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Ranked #9 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Worth a quick visit" 03/22/2013
- "Colorful" 02/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites
This chuch's ornate red dome is the centerpiece of its town square.
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Ranked #10 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Great Last Minute Souvenir Stop" 03/31/2013
- "Great for last minute souvenirs!!" 03/14/2013
Category: Specialty Shops; Factory Tours
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Ranked #11 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Outstanding service" 12/07/2012
- "Great fun!" 08/19/2012
Category: Tours
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Ranked #12 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Could be better" 04/24/2013
- "Permanent Exhibit was Closed" 03/14/2013
Category: History Museums; Specialty Museums
An interesting colonial building houses this museum dedicated to the heroic deeds of Juan Santamaria.
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Ranked #13 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "The Highlight of our Trip" 02/22/2012
- "Supurb Customer Service" 08/21/2011
Category: Tours
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POAS VOLCANO & CANOPY ADVENTURE $95Today the term ecology turns sensfull....
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POAS VOLCANO & CANOPY ADVENTURE $95Today the term ecology turns sensfull. After driving thru coffee plantations and dairy farms we are ready for the adrenaline rush: the canopy zip lines at this lush forest with lines as long as 1800 feet long. After a paysans style lunch we jouney onto to the summet of Poas Volcano National Park (7800 feet asl). Our two mile stroll not only will allow us to watch the fumaroles in the lagune of the main crater but also the cloud forest in all its esplendor and the “Botos Lagune”( an estinguised crater).Estimated duration: 9 hours.Includes: Transportation & guide, entrancee fees where required, zip lines, lunch.What to bring: change of clothes, rain gear, pullover, camera.
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Ranked #14 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Great" 03/10/2013
- "Nice place with historical background" 02/22/2013
Category: Parks
A park dedicated to the national hero who lost his life during the 1856 invasion of Costa Rica by William Walker.
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Ranked #15 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "Lo mejor de Alajuela - Excelente Spa" 02/03/2012
- "Un lugar realmente para relajarse y re..." 11/08/2011
Category: Spas; Health Clubs
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Live with us a new and different experience in wich you reach a deep state of well being, all taking place in a unique space...
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Live with us a new and different experience in wich you reach a deep state of well being, all taking place in a unique space where each therapy is created for you and by you. Soles del Tiempo is a healthy lifestyle whose ideals stand on preventive medice through relaxation and integrative balance of the human being. We are a lifeness center that works on your heath and quality of life.
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Ranked #16 of 18 attractions in Alajuela
- "excelente masaje a 4 manos" 01/19/2013
Category: Spas
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The Costa Rican Spa Ritual awaits MioDerma by now also Juan Santa Maria International Airport and relaxation centerMassage...
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The Costa Rican Spa Ritual awaits MioDerma by now also Juan Santa Maria International Airport and relaxation centerMassage is located at the boarding gateIn between racessome long waits and other, The Costa Rican Spa Ritual awaits you at the boarding gate International Airport Juan Santamaria in Alajuela, with a variety of services including massage,manicure or pedicure, all with the express mode and according to the time their customers have.This venue opened its doorslast April with thechinear target travelersand offer their productsmostly organic and made inCosta Rica."Here we all flew,we gave 10 massagesminutes thereafter. Ourcustomers use the timebefore boarding the plane andout of this door relaxedand energized to continuetheir journey, "said AlejandraNunez, general managerof MioDerma, brandrepresents the company.Among the mostrequested by travelersinclude treatments forskin care, physiotherapy,Make up, Manicure andfeet and even haircutsfor children, women and men.Massage Enjoy CostaRica!Among its varied notes the Miotai, listed bycompany as massage tico:"It's our original treatment. Consists of a complete therapy five methods for merginga single treatment, asincludes: hot stonepressure, stretching andaromatherapy massageoils of herbsorganic, whichincreaseits benefits, "Nunez stated.This procedure gives theoption of applying pressureextra, which can berelaxing, therapeutic or tissuedeep in a muscle areaspecific. All in accordancewith particular needsof each client.According to the specialist, amongthe benefits of massageare the relaxation muscle viaheating sensationto ease musclerelaxation of joints and muscles,improved mood andabsorption propertiesMedicinal Aromatherapythrough the skin.It also ensures that theMiotai is being recognizedworldwide because it relievesstress, and helps descontracturarimproves adhesion rupturemuscle produced bya sedentary lifestyle.For Nunez, the company iscommitted to society,since its objective is to providea better quality of lifecustomers and treat, in manycases, to mitigate the effects ofstress through its varioustreatments.The Costa Rican In Spa RitualYou can enjoy thefollowing massages, seven daysof the week:• Back• Neck• Shoulders• Sports• Anti-Stress• Hands• Feet• Capillary• Lower back• SportsDeep facial herbalAyurveda, the Sea Diamond,24 carat Gold, the SilverArabica, the Platinum, theOxygenation Facial and fivefruits.
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