Throughout my career as a travel professional, every time I've traveled to Costa Rica - my experience has been different. I've visited various parts of the country - each unique and beautiful in their own way. For example, in San Jose, I stayed at a wonderful boutique property that was converted from a mansion. Another time, I traveled north of San Jose to another beautiful upscale mountain lodge - on the grounds of La Paz Waterfall Gardens - with both cloud and rainforest environment.

Costa Rica...represents the best in ecotourism, hiking through a cloud-shrouded forest, canyoning, white-water rafting, rappelling down waterfalls, kayaking, experiencing wildlife up close, enjoying delicious local cuisine, appreciating the culture, relaxing in a hammock with your favorite libation in hand viewing beautiful mountains and spectacular seashores, and meeting amazingly warm and friendly people. If this is your idea of a perfect destination for your upcoming getaway - then we need to talk about your Costa Rica adventure!

From my very first visit to this land of "Pura Vida", I fell in love with Costa Rica! "Pura Vida" or "pure life" has become synonymous with describing this country and its enviable lifestyle and it captured my heart from the very start! As an avid nature and wildlife enthusiast, and a bit of an adrenaline junkie, I've found myself returning again and again to visit new regions and landscapes and take part in the many adventures Costa Rica has to offer. I've also traveled the country with my family, and can share the best places to take children and teens, that will have them falling in love with the wildlife, the great outdoors, and the wonderful people and culture. Costa Rica is so varied in terrain and landscape from north to south and coast to coast, which is part of what makes it such an amazing place to visit.

Costa Rica truly has it all: Rain forests, cloud forests, dry forests and beautiful beaches. Costa Rica showcases adventure and incredible experiences for people of all ages and abilities. You can repel down a mountain under a waterfall, or you can take a nature walk and see wildlife. Truly this is one diverse and exciting destination that is meant to be explored and experienced!

My most recent adventure in Costa Rica was just that: an ADVENTURE! Together with my family and friends, our trip began in Monteverde experiencing both night and day nature hikes. While previously in Arenal, we experienced zip-lining and this time we decided to try rappelling waterfalls, white-water rafting and swimming in hot springs. Our adventure continued in Guanacaste with surfing lessons and a private catamaran excursion to include snorkeling where we were even able to hold an octopus. Does this sound like your definition of a vacation? I would love to make it happen! Costa Rica is also the perfect destination for relaxation in luxurious accommodations while enjoying exceptional spa services, superb local cuisine, and taking in the "Pura Vida" culture and lifestyle.

I was so fortunate to have lived in Costa Rica for many years and to have worked in the hotel industry. This afforded me the opportunity to explore and truly experience this country as I learned the local culture, history and heritage that defines this Pura Vida lifestyle. It was an easy transition from the hospitality industry to the travel industry, as I grew up in a travel agency family, and have been travelling to Costa Rica as well as other destinations since I was born. I now use all my knowledge, experience and expertise to plan your individual, highly-personalized itinerary to this dynamic country that truly defines pura vida as a lifestyle and way to live. What sets me apart from my competition is that I know this destination. I have lived it and experienced it - first-hand. I am passionate about this country and look forward to each return visit.