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Name: Kelly
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Comments:Looking for information and found it at this great site. There's also some on tussionex cough ... 150mg clomid ...

Tuesday, July 1st 2008 - 03:26:04 AM


Name: Silvia Munoz
Comments:My husband and I Just got back from the Arenal region (june 2008). We stayed at Hotel Linda Vista Del Norte. You have to drive up a gravel road for 3+ miles to get there. At first, we thought we had been duped and would be staying in a dump since the location was so remote and the road so poor (a 4x4 vehicle is a must). But BOY! Were we wrong! You MUST book rooms 19, 20 , 21 or 22 (22 is the best as it has a private balcony). These rooms have AC and the BEST views. We would lay in our bed each night and watch the lava flow ALL night!! I loved it so much, I slept with my glasses on so that whenever I woke up I could see the lava flow clearly. It was AMAZING and VERY romantic! We went to Tabacon for the evening and saw NO lava. But when we got back to our hotel, it was flowing like mad. It's like watching fireworks all night. The hotel is clean, nice and beautiful. The staff was SUPER helpful. The price - only $140 a night! The only downfall (other than the gravel road)? - a shower from hell!! The hot water is elusive and is available for approx the first 20 seconds of your shower at which point it either turns FREEZING cold or SCALDING hot. The key is turn the water off for a few seconds and then back on for another 20 seconds of good temperature. Despite this, I would stay there again a million times over.

Saturday, June 21st 2008 - 12:05:59 PM


Name: Sophia Do
E-mail address (optional): Sophiado15@gmail.com
Comments:Hi everyone! Well, I thought Baldi Hot Springs was the best part of my vacation down in Costa Rica a few reasons. I got a chance to relax with my sisters and fool around like we were kids again. All the employees were so sweet and welcoming! I especially appreciated Osvaldo, aka Guapo... I hope he has a gret 21st birthday next week! Thanks Baldi Hot Springs for a memorable trip. It was the best way to end my vacation! Sophia

Wednesday, June 11th 2008 - 10:42:53 AM


Name: joey Henderson
Comments:the sad thing about the internet is competing business will write untrue reports.I visited Tabacon hot springs.This place is beautiful.the dinner buffet was 5 star.I liked it so much Im going back thursday my second trip in six months.Do bring your water shoes. thank you JOEY HENDERSON 2/6/08

Wednesday, February 6th 2008 - 03:04:39 AM


Name: Ron F.
Comments:We traveled for pleasure to Arenal area in October 2006. We found the area to be incredibly beautiful and much better than we expected. The volcano was very active during our stay. We stayed at Hotel Arenal Kioro which truly was amazing, first class all the way and probably the most up close and personal views of the volcano you can get. We went to Tabacon Hot Springs one evening and although we had a good time, the place seemed VERY RUN DOWN. We paid the extra money to have dinner and the food was HORRIBLE and certainly not worth the extra $25 per person. Drinks were outrageously expensive at the bar and bartenders poured very little alcohol. Showers were suitable but certainly not "spa like" in quality. This place is more of a backpacker crowd and families. If you're looking for higher end spas, go somewhere else.

Monday, February 4th 2008 - 11:07:39 AM


Name: linda M.
Comments:GREETING FROM TEXAS! I want to thank the web site for such great information on the Arenal volcano. My son is preparing for a science project and the photos and great history of the volcano are going to be very useful for his research. We both thank you and pray that he gets an "A".

Thursday, January 3rd 2008 - 08:52:25 AM


Name: gina lynch
Comments:I recently visited the arenal volcano region (3 weeks ago), and it was wonderful! beautiful and awesome. however, I would like to caution other travelers against staying at the arenal paraiso hotel. We stayed there, and the room was clean and nice, but overall, the staff were sullen, uncooperative, and made the overall experience unpleasant. They overcharged us for the jeep boat jeep transfer from monteverde by $20 per person. The food at the onsite restaurant was subpar, and not worth the money. We had much better service and overall experience staying at a $5 per night hostel than we did staying at the arenal paraiso. save your money! stay elsewhere.

Saturday, December 29th 2007 - 04:16:11 PM


Name: lakia wright
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Comments:i seen the photos of the volcano it is too incredible to believe im goin to go their im so excited i read the comments and it blew me away i mean is it that beautiful if so, if i go there i migth not come back (lol) well im a,little iffy on if i want to stay out there im in love with volcanoes but im goin to school to be a lawyer right now

Monday, October 29th 2007 - 04:29:22 PM


Name: Mr. O
E-mail address (optional): meloneal@yahoo.com
Comments:My wife and I spent our honeymoon touring Costa Rica and we especially enjoyed the wonderful display of humanity while experiencing the stunning beauty of the rainforest Mr. & Mrs. O

Friday, September 28th 2007 - 09:06:47 PM


Name: Emma
Comments:I visited the arenal volcano in ugust 2007 and it was amazing unfortuntely it poured with rain in the evening so the view was restricted.

Saturday, August 25th 2007 - 01:35:04 PM


Name: Annie
E-mail address (optional): anie_32@hotmail.com
Comments:I went to the Tabacon Hot Springs at the beginning of May 2007...wow...Too bad clouds were blocking our view to the volcano.

Thursday, July 19th 2007 - 01:13:45 PM


Name: Rosalie Hanson
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Comments:I did the Cano Negro Tour in 2006 - it was an awesome experience. Very professional and I would highly recommend to any nature lover.

Saturday, March 31st 2007 - 07:57:09 AM


Name: Ned
Comments:Great place the Volcano Lodge!

Friday, February 2nd 2007 - 11:49:34 PM


Name: Barbara
E-mail address (optional): Bikepath@aol
Comments:I visited Costa Rica the second time 3 years ago. Stayed 2 months! THe first week I was at Arenal Lodge. The volcano erupted 3 times! The first time was a real explosion. Swam in a pool heated by the volcano. It was awesome!

Sunday, January 28th 2007 - 08:47:05 PM


Name: kyle nissen
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Comments:im going to tattoe it on my leg its so good thanks for da pics guys

Sunday, January 21st 2007 - 06:19:04 PM


Name: Allen MIller
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Comments:I visited Arenal Volcano on 11-19-05 and will never forget it, I had a great time. Really worth the long drive.

Saturday, January 13th 2007 - 04:29:12 PM


Name: sophie grimes
E-mail address (optional): grimessophie@kingedward.devon.sch.uk
Comments:hey every1 i am doin a school project on this volcano and i dont no where the location is would any body like to help thanks every1 lv sophie x

Monday, November 27th 2006 - 04:04:02 AM


Name: sophie
E-mail address (optional): grimessophie@kingedwardvi.devon.sch.uk
Comments:hey i am doin a reseach on this volcano but the thing is i dont no where the volcano is wha contrey it is in or anything can some one help me find or tell me where it is!!!!!!! thanks xxx

Monday, November 27th 2006 - 04:01:16 AM


Name: Ellen
Comments:I have never beem there but im doing a school project on it and i found that this website helped me loads thanks lots of love xxx

Sunday, October 8th 2006 - 11:56:11 AM


Name: blanche
Comments:I visited Costa Rica five years ago and my trip included a 3-day stay at the Tabacon Lodge. We were blessed with clear weather and Volcan Arenal was nice enough to put on a 'gentle' show for us the whole time. The experience was magnificent and completely unforgettable! Only problem nowadays is that no one ever believes me when I tell them that I lodged practically at the foot of a live volcano when I visited Costa Rica. So thanks for this site. It's great. Digging out my personal photos of Volcan Arenal is not always an option. Now I'll be able to pass on the beautiful sights to whomever.

Wednesday, September 13th 2006 - 08:48:08 AM


Name: Abigail Faith
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Comments:I have been looking for sites like this for a long time. Thank you!

Thursday, June 8th 2006 - 05:14:34 AM


Name: Phoebe Barnard
E-mail address (optional): barnard [at] sanbi.org
Comments:Dear Jacques and team, Greetings from Cape Town, South Africa - Thanks so much for your wonderful photos and website - I am reminded vividly of an exciting climb up the side of Arenal in 2003 with a colleague from the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment. Wednesday, May 17th 2006 - 09:20:35 AM
Name: Amy
E-mail address (optional): morgan@nvc.net
Comments:We took a trip to CR last March and enjoyed the beaches before heading to Arenal. What a magical place. We, too, were a bit nervous about the rumblings of the volcano but trekked around it anyway to see the beautiful waterfalls. We enjoyed it so much we bought a small piece of land we hope to build on in the future so we can enjoy it forever. Costa Rica is really one of the most beautiful places I have ever been and one of the main reasons for this is the wonderful people. I hope tourism doesn't change the people or the scenery there.

Wednesday, May 10th 2006 - 10:25:02 AM


Name: Roman Sherman
E-mail address (optional): romusik2000@yahoo.com
Comments:Thanks for the great website. It helps us a lot to plan our trip. We stayed at Arenal area for four nights in Lost Iguana resort. It is just amaizing resort with beatiful volcano view, trails, rooms, people and a lot of privacy. We walked in arenal national park for a half day on our own. We saw a wild life ( monkeys, birds, etc). You just have to patient and quite to see them. Just take your time. We went to Hanging bridges - you will see jungle from the top and then went throug Lost Iguana resort trails and saw jungle from the 'buttom'. We went to very relaxing safari river trip and drive around lake arenal. At night we went to tabacon and baldi hot springs. they both completely different experience. we even went to a wild hot spring ( between tabacon and arenal park ( watch fro parking cars). at all arenal is a very romantic place to visit and meet very nice people!

Tuesday, February 28th 2006 - 12:34:46 PM


Name: Arnold McKale
E-mail address (optional): gringomckale@hotmail.com
Comments:Salutations fron NE Ontario, Canada. We have recently purchased property on Lake Arenal near Tilaran and look forward to visits to the Arenal area and viewing the volcano firsthand. It is visible from higher elevations from "our" north end of the lake as well. Congratulations on a SUPERB website. I will be recommending it to friends who are now interested in our soon-to-be adventure in paradise. Cheers for now; Shirley & Arnold McKale - Csa Aurora, Tilaran

Friday, February 17th 2006 - 07:07:52 AM


Name: jean(belgium)
E-mail address (optional): jeanvh@gmail.com
Comments:I first visited Costa Rica in november 2004. I ended up at the lake , found a nice hotel(linda vista del norte) where i met some very nice people. After spending a few days and exploring the neighborhood(el Castillo) a fell in love with the place. So i came back january 2005 to see if I could buy that nice peace of property I saw back in november.Since the owner was a very nice and thrustable person, I`m now the proud owner of that nice lot. Now I`m just waiting to move over there and spend quality time in that wonderfull area. with my regards to the staff of HOTEL LINDA VISTA DEL NORTE.

Friday, November 25th 2005 - 10:40:20 PM


Name: Trayn
E-mail address (optional): tarynhorselover@aol.com
Comments:i went to arenal when i was in 4th grade and now i am in 7th but i still remember it so now i am doing a report on it send me info! - Dear Trayn, a big part of your report is finding the information yourself. Sorry, we cannot send you any info, you will have to work a little bit. :)

Monday, October 31st 2005 - 02:26:11 PM


Name: Dave Rozelle
Comments:First of all, we appreciate the "warning" concerning the possible eruption and resulting effect it could have, but there are times in everyones life when the beauty of a place outwieghs the possible danger. One such place is Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs. We have been all over the United States including Alaska and Hawaii. We have been throughout the Carriebean. Each place we have been has it's own spectacular scenery and beauty and Costa Rica has become one of those that we would return to again and again. Our short stay at Tabacon Hot Springs was one of those experiences that will stay with us the rest of our lives. It is a place of awesome tropical beauty and the fact that you have an active volcano so close by makes it a very exciting experience.

Saturday, October 22nd 2005 - 10:17:25 AM


Name: Yitsak Digat
Comments:(Lost Iguana).. El lugar es magnifico!

Friday, September 2nd 2005 - 02:34:16 PM


Name: Tom & Carla Badeau
Comments:This trip is our second trip to Costa Rica. The first trip was on the Pacific coast and Guanacaste. We loved it so much we wanted to see more of Costa Rica and have returned in July 2005. This was to be a second honeymoon for us and it turned out better than we had anticipated. So many cute little items to make our vacation special. Arenal Volcano was spectacular and although it was the "green season"; we had good weather with the exception of 2 days out of 12 when it poured down rain. We managed to see monkeys, birds, iguanas, whiptails, butterflies and other wildlife. We also had time to spend in San Jose for a few days before returning. After leaving, our heart still remains in Costa Rica and I know we will be returning again someday.

Tuesday, August 9th 2005 - 08:34:48 PM


Name: Barbara W.
Comments:My 2 friends and I went to C.R. to attend a wedding in Limon area; we travelled to the capital and to both coasts in a 12 day period. Our best of all experiences were Arenal area - the Lost Iguana Resort was A++ and we were so impressed that I'm already booking my next trip to the Lost Iguana! The owner, Elaine, is as warm and friendly as can be, and all the staff are happy, friendly people who spread the joy and are a pleasure to be around. Plus, we could lay in our beds at night and watch the volcano erupt and the lava rocks roll down the side of the volcano- killer vistas of the volcano for all 4 days we were there! Plus, the recommendations for tours were the best including Pure Trek Canyoning, Sky Tram Canopy Tour, and Arenal Hanging Bridges (which are a short walk from the Lost Iguana!) I would skip the Tabacon Resort completely, and this is kinda the advise we got beforehand but couldn't help ourselves. Too many drunk underagers. There are other resorts that compare - try them instead. Finally, THANKS to Zach Smith at Arenal.net: you helped us plan an awesome trip!

Monday, July 25th 2005 - 11:53:41 AM


Name: Amber
Comments:I traveled to Costa Rica with 12 other students from my highschool and we toured almost the whole country. Arenal Volcano was the best two nights in the entire two weeks we traveled. Not only was the volcano a spectacular sight, the hotel there was awesome. The people were nice, the meals were great and the view was amazing. Anyone who has the chance to go to Costa Rica should most definately spend at least one night in the area and check out some of the sights.

Friday, July 15th 2005 - 01:25:26 PM


Name: Kathy and Bill
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Comments:We spent much more time at the Vulcan Arenal than we thought we would, skipping the coast altogether. It is such a beautiful sight! When the clouds relent to uncover its grandeur it is awesome. We heard the rumblings-- a bit startling in the middle of the night-- saw the fumerol, but no night time show of lava.... still, we could not leave. It may be that the flow has changed, as the last writer mentioned. We stayed at Los Lagos, La Praderia, and Montana de Fuego -- perhaps you must go around farther west toward the Arenal Observatory Lodge

to see the flow. Tobacan is a bit too disneyland, we think -- if you want to feel as though you are still in Costa Rica with locals making a gallant effort to please you -- try elsewhere. Authentic is staying with a family nearby, inbetween is one of these inns, Tobacon is an Americanized spa-spa -- not to diss it, sometimes you really need the comforts of home!

Monday, May 30th 2005 - 10:03:24 PM


Name: John & Teri Lovelette
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Comments:We just returned from Costa Rica and one of our tours was to Arenal Volcano. We heard it was cloudy, but we both kept saying that the clouds would be gone when we arrived. Positive thinking works. It was such an incredible site to see and hear. We stopped at the Tabacon Hot Springs and enjoyed the waters at the Tabacon Resort was so relaxing. Setting on the grounds watching the eruptions and hearing the thundering noise. Then after dark seeing the red/orange of the lava shooting up in the air and the flow and boulders bouncing down the side of the mountain. A must see for anyone visiting a beautiful country of Costa Rica. We are making plans for a return trip next May. Pura vida!!!!

Sunday, May 22nd 2005 - 06:53:16 PM


Name: Bill Hamilton
Comments:I took several Arenal tours (La Fortuna Waterfalls, Hot Springs) and it was magnificent. I encourage everyone who visits Costa Rica to spend some time near Arenal and the beaches of Guanacaste.

Wednesday, May 18th 2005 - 11:25:12 AM


Name: Dietz
Comments:Thus site is awesome with it's info. txs 4 it! :):):):) Someone

Tuesday, April 5th 2005 - 09:55:30 AM


Name: monique monicoeur
Comments:the arenal volcano was so cool when i saw it erput. its changed my life a lot espesily since my dad died because of one! thanks so much!

Monday, November 8th 2004 - 07:10:50 PM


Name: unknown
Comments:This site has really helped me with my report, thank you!

Wednesday, November 3rd 2004 - 09:04:11 PM


Name: Karl and Tracy Kellenberger
Comments:We recently visited Arenal and Tabacon Hot Springs while on our honeymoon October 19th. The clouds cleared from teh day and made for spectacular night viewing. It was unbelievable to be so close to the volcano, and to hear the rocks tumbling down the mountainside, the brilliant red/orange lava flowing and spewing, and to hear the steam explosions. It was truly magical, and we couldn't believe we were experiencing such a remarkable natural event. I would highly recommend to anyone going to Costa Rica to experience this event. Between the hot springs and the volcano, it made for one terrific honeymoon!

Tuesday, October 26th 2004 - 11:40:49 AM


Name: Karen L. Strot
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Comments:Hello, My husband and I just returned from a trip to Arenal, Oct. 19-21st. It was fantastic!! We saw eruptions all day and the nights were unforgettable. We almost could not get to sleep because we were seeing lava flow every 15 minutes. We even woke up because of some of the loud eruptions. We could see the volcano from our front porch area. We stayed at the Los Lagos and it was wonderful. The staff made every effort to make our stay comfortable. We arranged for massages and volcanic ash treatments and that was great. We made a visit to Tabacon Hot Springs too, and it was unforgettable. During the Green season there was some rain in the evenings but our two nights were clear and very little cloud cover. The lower rates made it easy on the pocket, too. The shuttle transfers made through Arenal.net were timely and great drivers. Pura Vida--Go and discover paradise! K.Strot

Sunday, October 24th 2004 - 03:36:11 PM


Name: Debbie
Comments:We stayed at the Volcano Lodge ...Beautiful!! The volcano is awesome. We watched the lava every night and listened to the rocks flow from out of the volcano. It was beautiful. The best trip I have ever taken.

Wednesday, October 20th 2004 - 08:58:36 PM


Name: Shelley Townley, Asheville North Carolina
Comments:Visited Arenal five years ago and am going back this Saturday with the kids!! We loved the Volcano Lodge. Soaked in the hot tub under the stars while watching lava flows-fantastic. The Volcano is to this day in the top five incredible things I have seen in my life to date. Can't wait to give the kids this experience. Thanks for a very informative website, it has helped with planning our next trip.

Tuesday, June 15th 2004 - 07:55:06 AM


Name: jan
E-mail address (optional): j.kersten21@chello.nl
Comments:I found your site when looking for information about Costa Rica. Very nice and informative. I made a link from my website, so everyone can enjoy it. Greetings from Holland Jan Kersten

Saturday, May 8th 2004 - 08:26:28 AM


Name: Cindy
E-mail address (optional): in2hens2@aol.com
Comments:Just returned from an April 19th trip. For two days we observed a spectacular sight, smoke, groans, ash, rock, shooting rocks in the air, it was as clear as a bell and the sounds were awesome. We stayed at Montana De Fuego, with an amazing view. Toucans out the back windows and the volcano out the front. It is a must see adventure. See: arenal.net/hotel/montana-del-fuego.htm

Sunday, May 2nd 2004 - 05:02:14 PM


Name: Carla
Comments:Recently returned from a fabulous 10 day adventure in Costa Rica. We were in 3 areas, Alajuela - loved the 11 hour Highlight Tour! Drake Bay (Osa Peninsula area) where we got to swim with hundreds (literally!) Spinner dolphins. Tour Corcovado National Park - lots of animals, we saw a sloth, monkeys, coatis, birds, frogs, scarlet macaws. Snorkel at Cano Island. Our last stop was Arenal Volcano area, we stayed at Tabacon Resort for 2 nights. The Hot Springs truly are a must!

Thursday, March 11th 2004 - 03:58:11 PM


Name: Irene Silvia
Comments:Hotel Tacotal has been one of the best places I have stayed in all costa rica. Thanks Hotel Tacotal & staff. Find them at: arenal.net/tacotal Irene Silvia

Wednesday, November 19th 2003 - 01:06:18 PM


Name: Shah Asad Ahmed
E-mail address (optional): asad.ahmed@bcas.net
Comments:Dear It's so thrilling to visit the arenal volcano site. It's so amazing and worth to visit. I learnt about it from my friend Germana Sanchez working in Inciensa, Tres Rios. She visited it with her son last year. I long to visit the Arenal but I do not know whether my dream will come true!

Saturday, September 20th 2003 - 03:18:37 AM


Name: Silvia
E-mail address (optional): silvia.rolli@visana.ch
Comments:Hola ! He estado 18 veces en Costa Rica. He visto el Arenal con nubes, niebla, pero tambièn despejado a lo màs lindo y tengo un montòn de photos y vidéos. Y cada vez que voy veo que està cambiando. La ùltima fué en junio/julio y lo vi toda la noche despejado, hechando todo el tiempo. Una maravilla ! Vuelvo en diciembre/enero y ya veremos si tengo suerte otra vez. We visited Costa Rica 18 times and saw the volcano sometimes in clouds, sometimes with spectacular eruptions. We made lots of photos & videos and will be back next January. Last time we visited in June / July 2003 the weather was clear all night and the volcano was very active. Saludos desdes Suiza.

Thursday, September 18th 2003 - 07:13:45 AM


Name: Bee ( thailand)&Lode(belgium)
E-mail address (optional): rosequartz1@hotmail.com
Comments:Thanks so much to Williams ..our tour guide that bring us to see Arenal at night ..(november2002) he's so great guide ,brought us to the best place to watch the eruption .That night we saw 4 times small lava.May be some body had joined with his tour as well..He is one of a local man that reached to the top of Arenal so many times and get the best shot ...vow! ....WE miss everything there including our new friends Stijn & Stephan from Netherland. Bee (thailand) & Lode (belgium) : )

Tuesday, September 16th 2003 - 02:59:49 AM


Name: Amber LaValle
E-mail address (optional): AmberLaValle@yahoo.com
Comments:We flew home from our first Costa Rican visit on the day of the eruption - never got a chance to see it. Hopefully the local tourism indistry will recover quickly. We fell in love with the people and the country.

Monday, September 8th 2003 - 09:22:03 AM


Name: Julian D. Munoz, Costa Rica Olympic Skier
E-mail address (optional): julian.munoz@att.net
Comments:I've just been informed of the recent eruption and hope that things will subside to allow me to continue my ski training on the slopes of the Arenal. Julian Daniel Munoz Zuniga Costa Rican Winter Olympic Athlete Slalom and Giant Slalon Venues Calgary 1988 and Albertville 1992 Olympics

Sunday, September 7th 2003 - 09:21:48 PM


Name: Denny Benson
Comments:My son and I were visitors to Costa Rica in mid-June of this year in Puerto Jimenez in the rain forest area. Never made it to the North volcanic region, but with the recent news of Arenal's eruption, a new interest in exploring this region has "erupted" in me!

Sunday, September 7th 2003 - 02:28:21 PM


Name: Georg Klingsiek
E-mail address (optional): georg.klingsiek@web.de
Comments:Es ist ein wunderbarer Berg! So stellt man sich einen Vulkan vor - und jetzt ist er ausgebrochen! Die Nachricht ließ mein Herz höher schlagen. Im Frühjahr wohnten wir - mein Sohn Markus und ich - genau gegenüber, in der Arenal Paraiso Lodge. Seine grollenden Geräusche habe ich noch im Ohr. Als wir den Kellner im Retaurant auf der Terrasse fragten, wann der Berg den "spuckt", sagte er: "In the next thirty minutes!" - und in der Tat, nach 20 Minuten flogen glühende Brocken heraus. Damals hätte ich mir ein bisschen mehr gewünscht ...

Sunday, September 7th 2003 - 02:34:11 AM


Name: Eileen Wucker (soon to be Martin)
E-mail address (optional): ce.martin@comcast.net
Comments:I was just falling asleep on the couch when I saw the news of a volcano eruption in Costa Rica. It made my heart skip a beat because my soon to be husband and I are coming to Costa Rica for our honeyomoon in two weeks and will be staying at the Tabacon Lodge! I am now a bit more excited to see the volcano but a bit more nervous too! :)

Sunday, September 7th 2003 - 12:48:14 AM


Name: Dick Beers, Crystal River, Florida, USA
E-mail address (optional): rbeers@infionline.net
Comments:Just saw the news today (9/6/03) on the eruption of Volcan Arenal. We were just there 2 years ago and were treated to a more subdued display of the mountain's fiery behavior. We hope that this is just another chapter in the mountain's history and that no life-threatening episodes occur as a result of this eruption. Es PURA VIDA cuando visitamos a su pais.

Saturday, September 6th 2003 - 07:00:39 AM


Name: Linda Jonkers Belgium
Comments:Its been 3 years ago that I saw the Arenal volcano, I'm still impressed! (night view, red lava blockes falling down and a fire fountain! and the sound.......never to forget) Beautifull surroundings and a great country for back-packers! Nice site....... greetz Linda

Thursday, August 28th 2003 - 01:47:28 PM


Name: Leslie Compton
Comments:I stayed at the Hotel Los Lagos for three nights in May 2003. I found and booked the hotel through this site. It was fabulous. The hotel was beautiful, the service and food were impeccable. The volcano was unbelievable. It was very active for the two days that we were there. The representative that helped me with my reservations was Shannon and she was very helpful. I have recommended Los Lagos to everyone I know who has been thinking about coming to Costa Rica since I have told them how wonderful it is. I also recommend this website to people for very helpful information about the Arenal area. On my next trip, in May 2004, I hope to visit Monteverde. Thanks for a fabulous stay.

Wednesday, August 6th 2003 - 09:50:53 PM


Name: Jennifer and Vinny Grieco
Comments:I just wanted to drop you all a note to let you know that our honeymoon was perfect. I did almost all of my travel arrangements through you guys and everything was just as we had hoped it would be. Costa Rica is an amazing place and we loved everything about it!!! Hopefully we will get the chance to visit Costa Rica again. When we do, we will be contacting you :-) Sincerely, Jennifer and Vinny Grieco

Tuesday, April 1st 2003 - 10:16:39 AM


Name: Cécile Desrochers & Dale Lockhart
Comments:Just a short note to thankyou for your extremely useful advice during our recent 2 week trip to Costa Rica and Santa Elena in particular. As you recommended we took the 8:00 a.m. 4x4 Jeep tour to Lake Arenal and boated across where we were picked up on the other side and dropped off at Hotel Arenal Paraiso (Paradise). Although the other guests had not seen the Arenal Volcano for the past 10 days, as if by magic, the clouds lifted and we had a full view of the Volcano 20 minutes after we arrived. After an excellant (and inexpensive) meal at the hotel we were seated in the Tabacon Hot Springs sipping Pina Coladas by 1:00 p.m. The next day we met people who had driven from Santa Elena to Fortuna and they had taken a full day of difficult driving to get to the same spot. The consel you gave us provided an additional afternoon and evening to relax and enjoy! But the best was yet to come! We left Tabacon Hot Springs at 6:30, a short and inexpensive taxi ride back to Hotel Arenal Paraiso. From the taxi we could see the eruptions and lava flows running down the sides of the volcano. As you recommended, even though it cost a little more, Hotel Arenal Paraiso was on the perfect viewing side of the Volcano. Certainly that was one of the best decisions we made during our trip (and the actual difference in cost was quite minimal) because we spent the evening watching the spectacle from our "cabina" balcony....and later that night from our bed with the curtains pulled wide open as we slowly drifted off to sleep. In the morning the Volcano was again enveloped by clouds. By the way, everything about Hotel Arenal Paraiso was great, the food, the cleanliness, the pool, and the friendly and competent staff who went out of their way to be helpful. We had told you that it was important for us to see the volcano and you said it was important that we put the chances, as much as possible, in our favor. We did and it certainly paid off in a big way. One of the travel highlights of our lives....and we have visited many countries over the years. Thank you again! Merci beaucoup Jacques. Je suis dans les galettes de Noël, peu de temps pour écrire, mais tes conseils furent grandement appréciés. Joyeux Noël et Bonne Année! - Cécile Cécile Desrochers Dale Lockhart Quebec City, Canada

Thursday, December 14th 2000 - 10:19:28 AM


Name: Charlie Dekker
Comments:Hi Jacques, As promised my email with my Hotel Los Lagos experiences. The road from Santa Elena to the vulcano with the motorbike was great, beautiful scenery. I checked in without problems and spend the whole afternoon with 2 party-guys from America in the hot swimming-pool at the bar. That's all I remember. We had a great time however and I'm definitely grateful to you for the recommendation. I hope your business in Santa Elena continues the way it is and wish yoy nice travels on the bike, Hasta luego, Charlie Dekker (the Dutch guy on the XL600R)

Monday, April 15th 2002 - 04:42:38 PM


Name: Tina and David McGaha
Comments:Jaques Bertrand, Sorry we took so long to reply after our trip. Just wanted to let you know, without your help I don't believe our vacation would have been as great as it was. Your recommendations on travel arrangements and entertainment were first class. We have spoken to quite a few friends have recommended your travel agency. The Jeep-Boat-Jeep is a great way to travel to the Tabacon Resort in Arenal. We had such a fabulous time, again thank you very much and hope to see you soon in Costa Rica. Tina and David McGaha Daytona Beach, Florida

Saturday, May 25th 2002 - 12:12:41 PM


Name: Claudia
Comments:I was in Costa Rica last week with the group of 7 from Houston...don't know if you still remember us. I just wanted to say that the first couple of days which we spend at Monteverde and Arenal where by far the best!! We thank you for your assistance in helping us find hotels...and things to do. We all had very memorable moments. Our favorites were the Sky Trek Canopy Tour!!!!, Volcan Arenal and the waterfall at Arenal. The beaches were ok...not too much partying at Jaco while we were there. Manuel Antonio was quite relaxing, though. Once again, thanks for all your help! Sincerely, Claudia and the other 6 members Houston, TX

Friday, May 31st 2002 - 09:30:18 AM


Name: Donna Kauder
Comments:A HUGE THANK YOU TO YOU!!!

Monday, October 7th 2002 - 02:52:03 AM


Name: Allen
Comments:Thanks for all your help and emails. You really do a great service. This is my first trip to Costa Rica and I learned so much from your website(monterverdecostarica.com & Arenal.net).Keep up the good work! -Allen

Thursday, August 8th 2002 - 09:58:00 PM


Name: Sally Sharp
Comments:Thanks for arranging our rafting trip. It was really fun. Oscar was our guide. He is really cool! We all fell out of the boat and Oscar stayed in and got us back on board. Our trip gave me a very good impression of your company. I will definitely recommend Aguas Bravas & your website should anyone I know be going to visit the Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica. Sally Sharp

Wednesday, January 8th 2003 - 08:40:30 AM


Name: Gina Menzes
Comments:Hi! I just wanted to thank you for your services while we were in Costa Rica. They were absolutely the best bargain we had on our entire trip. The boat ride across Lake Arenal was a suprising treat! Everyone was very nice and professional ESPECIALLY your driver Freddy! He stopped a few times so we could enjoy the scenery and view the crocodiles. We will look you up when we return and will recommend you to ANYONE we know going to Costa Rica! Muchas Gracias! Gina Menzes

Wednesday, February 19th 2003 - 02:04:07 PM


Name: Stan and Joelee
Comments:Hi Jack, Thanks for your tip about Los Lagos. Love the place didn't even need a volcano. Great cabin, very comfortable, pool with an amazingly speedy water slide ride (beware...), bar pool , outdoor spa, beautiful gardens to stroll through and last but not least a lovely restaurant. Good food at reasonable prices. We didn't get to see a great view of the volcano due to clouds though we had a holiday within a holiday! Who needs that dam volcano! Thanks Jack, Stan and Joelee.

Friday, April 11th 2003 - 09:44:00 PM


Name: Matt
Comments:Thanks for all your help and info, the views of the Arenal lava from the hotel Los Lagos were terrific! We will never forget our horseback adventure to Monteverde. See you next year in Costa Rica ... Matt & Judy

Thursday, May 1st 2003 - 12:28:29 PM


Name: Allan & Charles
Comments:The Arenal Volcano was cloudy the first day, but on the next one, what a show! Arenal Paraiso was perfect for us: great views, friendly staff. Cano Negro had a real tropical adventure feel. Too bad we did not have time to visit Monteverde, a week is way to short to visit this amazing country... Thanks for your help, Allan & Charles.

Monday, April 1st 2002 - 03:02:01 PM


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