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Caption: Weekend destination M O N T E Z U M A
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Caption: Reader, if you ever come to my country, one of the places that I would absolutely recommend you is Montezuma.
This little village is known for its off-beat, bohemian atmosphere and the stunning beauty of its beaches, rivers and waterfalls.
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Caption: As you can see, Montezuma is pretty far from the city. I live in Cartago.
6 hours from San José to Montezuma.
We had to take a ferry in Puntarenas so it could take us through the Nicoya Gulf.
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Caption: But before we got to the port, we were delighted with a stunning view of countryside.
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Caption: Located in the province of Alajuela, Sarchí is Costa Rica's most famous crafts center. The most popular items on sale are "carretas" or oxcarts that traditionally carried coffee from the highlands down to the port. Here, the weel of an oxcart.
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Caption: The ferry ride was one hour long.
Just enough time to get mesmerized by the ocean.
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Caption: Ylang Ylang Beach Resort
Montezuma
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Caption: Just a short walk on the beach from the town of Montezuma, Ylang Ylang thrives with lush tropical gardens, white sand and exoticness.
Ylang Ylang was Trip Advisor Traveler's Choice 2014 Winner.
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Caption: White-throated Magpie Jay
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Caption: Female Green Iguana
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Caption: A lot of people didn't have faith in us.
My team. My country.
I had to celebrate Costa Rica's 3-1 win over Uruguay with a "little eagle" or Imperial, our most popular beer.
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