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Rental Properties in Costa Rica

admin — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 02:34:09 +0000

Costa Rica, the Rich Coast is known for its amazing beauty and rich green nature. This amazing state of the Latin America is preferred by the tourists for its long regions of sparkling beaches, sparkling water, blue and clear skies, bright green mountains, lovely climate, evergreen jungles which is home for thousands of animals and plants and lot of attractive stuff you can ever visualize. It is a perfect place for you to spend your vacations with your family or friends. The bubbly atmosphere reflects the Caribbean society and the exciting thrills make this country contented and fascinating to reside. Not only the elders feel relaxed and lively, but even the kids enjoy their vacations in Costa Rica. Once any visitor sees this gorgeous country, gives a second thought of living here. Whether you accommodate a hotel or rent a house, your stay is ought to be pleasant and fun-filled. Chartered assets in Costa Rica is usually preferred by nearly all the tourists as it is economical and you can take pleasure from all the lavishness and convenience devoid of spending greatly. Due to the rise in the real estate sector, most of the giant investors are looking out for profitable investment opportunities in this bio-diverse tropical country. If you are hunting for rental assets in Costa Rica, you should consider these few tips that help you get the most excellent asset that will make your residing relaxed and wonderful: – Check the property that you will be accommodating on rental basis. You can do this by going through the latest photographs of the property. See the interior and the exterior images of the property carefully. These will present you a rough plan about the property that you will be leasing to stay peacefully in this remarkable country of Latin America. – Write all that you need in your rented apartment, like the number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms, kitchen space, furniture, outdoor features like lawns, patio furniture etc . This manner you will know if you and your children can enjoy their residing in this awesome country. – Accessibility to market is the major thing you need to look for while renting any property or apartment in Costa Rica. The hired possession ought to be close to the bazaar so as to carry out your day to day requirements, hotels and restaurants must be near your chartered residence; laundry services, maids, transport services etc. should be easily accessible from the area where you reside. – You should ask the neighboring people about the locality where you will be spending your vacation. The locality in which you will be living for your vacations in Costa Rica must be safe and tenable. You will get all the necessary information regarding the safety of the pace by the localities living there . Therefore, these little suggestions will surely help you to locate a perfect rental asset that will make your living truly comfortable and memorable one. The excitement and thrill of living in this interesting country is worth experiencing once a life time. You will take pleasure from your living in hired assets in Costa Rica as these are rather affordable too.

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The Best Way To See Costa Rica National Parks

admin — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:31:54 +0000

Most of us have heard that Costa Rica is truly a Central American jewel and the country is famous for its eco tourism, amazing scenery and friendly people. What many people do not know is that Costa Rica national parks claim over 12% of national territory. Adding to that are biological and forest reserves, wetlands, mangroves, protected zones and wildlife refuges. Costa Rica takes its ecology very seriously.
Many North Americans visit this lovely country and some even live there permanently. It’s an ideal place for a vacation. However, a vacation would not be complete here before seeing at least one national park. For your information, here is a review of just some of the national parks that you can visit.
Manuel Antonio:Manuel Antonio is a lovely place on the southern Pacific shores of Costa Rica. There are many hotels and restaurants as well as great beaches. The park is large and has a great diversity of wildlife. It’s best to hire a guide (very reasonable) as otherwise you can walk for hours and not see all the amazing animals, as many are camouflaged. The park also has a couple of great beaches and for that alone, it’s worth going!
Arenal:Arenal is in Central Costa Rica surrounded by lakes, mountains and cloudforests. The volcano is a wonderful sight and the town of Arenal has many hotels, lodges, etc. for visitors as well as great trails and even sulphur pools and hot springs. It’s a very popular destination.
Tortuguero:The word Tortuga means turtle and of course you can see many examples in this park which is in the Limon Province which borders the Caribbean. This is a popular national park which has rainforests, swamps as well as coastal and marine areas. There are also many varieties of turtle, including the largest sea turtle that nests here from February to July.
Cahuita:This is also located in Limon Province and it encompasses both land and sea. Here you can enjoy great snorkeling and scuba diving and it has a large coral reef. The southern beach is also an area used by several varieties of sea turtle.
Palo Verde:This park is located in Guancaste and is a bird watchers paradise. The park protects forests and marshland between two rivers. It is not far from the capital of San Jose.
From the above descriptions, you can see that, just like the country itself, the Costa Rica national parks are very diverse and there is more than enough variety for everyone, whether you are interested in bird watching, scuba diving, looking at sloths or just enjoying the walks.

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Monteverde an Eco-Tourism Destination in Costa Rica

admin — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:34:17 +0000

Monteverde also known as “Green Mountain” is a small town in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, where thousands of tourists each year to enjoy its abundant biodiversity. It ‘was proudly voted one of “seven wonders of Costa Rica, according to La Nacion, a local newspaper. Despite its difficult access, Monteverde has become an important part of the tourism in Costa Rica The famous Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve or “La Reserva Biologica Bosque nuboso Monteverde attracts about 70,000 tourists every year. This store is also a non-profit private reserves still located in the mountain range of Central American Isthmus. The Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve is administered by the Tropical Science Center and includes six ecological zones. The canopy in this reserve is known for its richness in species of animals including birds, butterflies, insects, etc. The resplendent Quetzal is known in Mesoamerican mythology is usually visible during its nesting season from March to April. The Cloud Forest is located 105 miles from San Jose, the largest and the capital of Costa Rica which is why its considered one of the most difficult to reach destinations. Despite the arduous journey since that still have four more hours of travel just to reach the town of Santa Elena where there are multiple rooms, many tourists still find the journey worth it because of the rich flora and fauna, discover how to get Cloud Forest. The best time to explore this position is the night when you see the colorful rain frogs and other amphibians. The Lodge Monteverde Costa Rica, located in Cloud Forest Preserve, is a famous hotel located 1, 400 meters above sea level. This hotel is considered very luxurious, especially for tourists. And ‘close to tourist attractions in Monteverde and when you need to relax a bit’ after a long day of hiking and nature of intervention, can be dissolved in its lush gardens and enjoy the view from sipping the famous “Café Monteverde Cloud forests are considered by many lowland forests and are always shrouded in clouds observed. This lodge boasts famous in maintaining the impact of tourism in a few words by recycling, using solar panels, high efficiency lighting systems and water saving. It has gardens, restaurants, Jacuzzi, gift shop, lounge, lobby with fireplace, etc. Accommodation Standards and garden rooms with private bath, most solar heated hot water, coffee, wardrobe, desk, safe and a hairdryer. The lodge adheres strictly to sixty days prior to arrival No refunds for high season. Numerous excursions Monteverde Costa Rica that allows tourists to visit the rich community eco-tourism Monterverde Cloud Forest Preserve. The tours include canopy tours, zip lining, hiking heaven, the Café Monteverde Coffee Tour, guided butterfly, horse and horse rides, etc. For those more inclined to adventure, you can explore the spectacular view in a traveling Sky Tram where you ‘ll get a view of the magnificent Arenal Volcano. You can zip line on your way down if you like since this is another local activity of adventure lovers will certainly not want to miss.

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Popular Volcanoes and Lodges in Costa Rica

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:30:17 +0000

The volcanoes of Costa are one of the many tourist attractions that draw thousands of visitors yearly in this tiny yet amazingly beautiful country. It’s also a mystery how a country this size can host three hundred volcanic centers which may be considered active, dormant and extinct. These selected volcanos in Costa Rica shouldn’t be treated with worry since even if they are considered active; they don’t just spew molten magma uncontrollably but may release some steam, ash and some geyser looking ejections of water. Often mistaken for the hills, the location of these Costa Rica volcanoes and resort is in the northern part of the country. Once we’re near them, we don’t have to limit ourselves by just simply checking out the physical aspect of these volcanoes because more often than not each area has other interesting activities lined up to make your trip worthwhile. The Arenal volcano in Costa Rica is one of the most active volcanoes in the world yet a spectacular must-see destination for thousands of visitors. Volcano enthusiasts declare the Arenal volcano has the third most perfect volcanic cone in the world. It is by far the youngest yet the most active volcano in Costa Rica considering that it’s 3,000 years old. There are nights when lava flows from its cone creating an amazing view of its volcanic activity and tourist just love to witness this delightful scene while relaxing in one of the natural hot springs nearby. It had been named many times from Arenal Peak to Rio Frio Volcano then as Pan de Azucar. The Arenal volcano had no record of eruptions or volcanic activity from 1500 AD until 1968. There are several fun things to do including a wide variety of adventure activities during volcano tours. Including hiking trails, rafting, horseback riding, mountain biking, canyoning, zip line and canopy tours, cave tours, hot springs, wildlife viewing and hanging bridges. Volcano lodge in Costa Rica is a mountain hotel near Arenal surrounded by exotic tropical gardens with an excellent view of the Arenal volcano. This sophisticated lodge also offers swimming pools, open-air Jacuzzis, fine dining and witness a wide variety of species such as congo-monkey, tucans, Oropendolas and Tangaras. Irazú Volcano National Park and lodging is another most visited national park in Costa Rica. This volcano back in the 1960’s terrorized the residents of Cartago and San Jose with ashes and smoke until recently the only volcanic activity it creates is fumaroles releasing toxic steam. The beautiful blue green lagoon in one of its craters made this volcano one of the must-see volcanoes in Costa Rica. The Irazu also has hiking trails and famous species namely the volcano junco and hummingbird. Other volcanoes in Costa Rica include the Poas Volcano National Park in Alajuela province. Poas is considered one of the most accessible volcanoes since its located just one hour from the largest and capital city of Costa Rica, San Jose. It is known to have the world’s widest craters. Unlike other active volcanoes, tourist can walk directly to its crater. There’s no danger in this activity since the last major eruption of the Poas volcano was back in the 1950’s. The Poas Volcano National Park also contains hiking trails through cloud forests and tropical rainforest-lowlands.

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Popular Costa Rica Rainforests

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 14:31:58 +0000

Costa Rica nature has always been one of the reasons why tourists keep coming back to this tiny country bordered by Nicaragua and Panama. Despite its size tourists and travelers still consider this country one of the best hosts for tourist vacations and that is because of its abundance in natural diversity. More than a quarter of Costa Rica’s total land area consists of natural reserves and conservations, national parks and wildlife refuges.

Costa Rica national parks and rain forest may be the best this country has to offer considering that the Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio is the most visited park which was created back in 1972. The land area encompasses 682 hectares which makes it the tiniest national park in the country but is reputable for its spectacular beauty.

Despite numerous rainforest in Costa Rica, the Manuel Antonio National Park is among the rain forest vacations that promises a terrific nature adventure for the entire family. The Manual Antonio National Park located in the Puntarenas province along the country’s Central Pacific coast is pretty accessible for tourists who came from San Jose, the largest and capital city. This park is also near Jaco, one of the most popular beaches in the country situated north of the Puntarenas province. Also near is the popular town of Quepos which encompasses some superb selection of restaurants, hotels, resorts and the best accommodations.

Most rainforests in Costa Rica have gained its popularity because of the gorgeous beaches, lush rainforests, exquisite coral reefs and diverse exotic species including birds and other animal species. The Manuel Antonio National Park houses some of the best beaches in the country that offers exhilarating water activities including surfing and snorkeling but also outlined with lush forestation.

Another popular Costa Rican rainforests is the Monteverde Cloud Forest which is actually called a cloud forest in Costa Rica because of its location at a much higher altitude. The Monteverde Cloud Forest is considered a very important ecotourism destination in the country. Also located in the Puntarenas province, about is 6 km east of Santa Elena and is a 4 hour drive from San Jose. This reserve is considered one of the most breathtaking and dazzling natural reserves in the entire world.

Consisting eight biological zones, the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve covers an area of 10,522 hectares of the Costa Rican rain forest and houses more than 2000 plant and tree species, 100 species of mammals, and 400 bird species and about 1200 species of amphibians and reptiles. Its landscape is a healthy habitat for more than 300 species of orchids and 200 species of fern.

Another popular tourist destination among the Costa Rica rainforest is the Tortuguero National Park which gained its reputation for the best nesting site in Costa Rica. The striking Parque Nacional Tortuguero which is the home of the endangered green turtle rests on the country’s Caribbean coast. It protects over 22 miles of beach strip from the end of the river Tortuguero and is the primary nesting spot for leatherback sea turtles, loggerhead sea turtles and hawksbill sea turtles. This park was propped up in 1970 mainly to protect the green turtle population from extinction.

Located in the untamed Osa Peninsula, the Corovado National Park is considered one of the most stunning yet remote parks in the country. It is home to that largest and only tropical primary lowland rain forest in the world. It encompasses an abundance of endangered animal and plant species.

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Summer and Fall Promotions in Costa Rica

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:36:54 +0000

Summer and Fall Promotions in Costa Rica
Now is the time to prepare and book your vacation in Costa Rica and at the Copacabana Desire Hotel located on the beach and in Jaco. 1 FREE Night when booking 7 Nights, 1 FREE Night certificate if the sun does not show face during any 48-hour period throughout guests’ stay. Certificate will be good for 1 year from date of issue. Complimentary cocktail in-room upon arrival Fresh cut flowers in-room. Free massage every third day Room refresh service and nightly turn down of your bed. Candle lit dinners in-room or by the pool or on the beach. Fresh flower petals leading to your bed or Jacuzzi once during your stay. No Charge Hurricane Threat Guarantee (per Terms and Conditions) FREE Wedding Packages for that special day (based on a minimum 6 rooms booked), These promotions and specials only last till November 4th, 2010. Come and enjoy the open minded adult ambiance, fun and excitement under the stars and on the beach in Jaco Beach (Playa Jaco), Costa Rica.
Everyone knows the Copacabana Desire Hotel is Jaco Beach’s beachfront premier party central. Every week throughout the month Tuesdays are Open Mic Night and Thursdays are Karaoke Night starting at 8:00PM. Every Friday and Saturday nights on the front open air terrace we feature music with either a DJ or live music bands like Mouse in the Toaster or The Wetbacks. Everyone is welcome to the parties on the front terrace. Every Wednesday night is Wild on Wednesdays Adventure Nights featuring Mexican Food night, raffles, live DJ with Salsa music, Salsa dance contest and body shots. Get wild and crazy, feel a bit of Mexico enjoying our delicious chicken, shrimp and beef Quesadillas, Chalupas, Tacos, Burritos, Fajitas and much more. Every Monday night is our Seafood Festival. An exquisite variety of International dishes prepared with the best quality of fresh fish and seafood. We offer fresh lobster, ceviches, seafood and shrimp cocktails, mussels, shrimp avocado, fish dishes, seared tuna, shrimp dishes, scallops, seafood paella and much more.
Walk the beach at sunset and watch the spectacular sun set as you are overlooking the Pacific Ocean and while having a cocktail under the stars. The Copacabana Desire Hotel offers Jet Ski and ATV rentals, Volcano and waterfall tours; see the monkeys, scarlet macaws and much more. Relax and enjoy our professional Coconut Palms Spa offering Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Four Hands and Couple Massage, plus Body Ex-foliation, Manicure, Pedicure and Waxing services. Lust after our famous BBQ, daily Pool Parties and nightly entertainment starting at 8:00PM. Delight yourself with the Copacabana’s Ocean Waves bar & restaurant serving International, plus Latin American cuisine every day. Sundays are Asian nights, Monday nights is our Seafood Festival and Wednesday night is our Mexican nights. Watch sporting events on the big screen daily and take advantage of our two swimming pools, one designed for nudists, outdoor Jacuzzis, poolside beds at both swimming pools and swim up full liquor bar at the pool. Bring your fantasies to life and stay in one of the fully equipped Jacuzzi suites at the Copacabana Desire Hotel on the Pacific Ocean beach of Playa Jaco (Jaco Beach), Costa Rica. Only one hour from San Jose and the pleasures of Jaco Beach in the Province of Puntarenas await your adult fantasies. Many events planned for 2010, so join our open-minded ambiance and fulfill your desires at copacabanadesirehotel. com . When emailing or phoning us please ask for our couples special!

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The Costa Rica Real Estate Development Boom

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:32:53 +0000

Every day we see reports about the most successful investment opportunities from all over the world, and the most appealing is still the real estate sector. Despite the current state of the world economy, there are a few investment sectors that haven’t been affected that much, at least in some parts of the world. The Costa Rica real estate sector has started blooming in the late ‘90s and it can’t seem to stop. The incredible Costa Rican real estate market is continuously rising and it has not yet exited the boom it has entered just a few years ago. Prices are continuously ascending, and this means that Costa Rica real estate development opportunities are some of the most sought after investment opportunities anywhere in the world. The prices for Costa Rica land for sale are continuously rising and this means that you can purchase Costa Rica land for sale at any time, and success is guaranteed. This great opportunity creates a great base for Costa Rica real estate development. Experts have stated that this ascending rate for Costa Rica land for sale will continue in the short or medium term. This means that there is still some time left for those wanting to invest in such an incredible tourist destination. History has shown us that the Costa Rica real estate development boom has been more stable than most regions of the world where the real estate booms were short lived and had a low intensity. The incredible appeal of Costa Rica seems to be on the rise as more and more tourists flock in large numbers to this dream vacation destination. If only a few years ago, tourists were oriented only ot hotels and bungalows, today tourists are more oriented to owning a house or a condo, as prices for Costa Rica land for sale are still affordable in comparison to other dream tourist destinations from arounf the world. The Costa Rica government has recognized this great ability that the country has for growth, and has since a few years ago made great efforts to promote Costa Rica land for sale and Costa Rica real estate development in order to attract investors from all over the world. New airports, modernized roads and utilities are all available now. These facts have not been overseen and most global travel operators recognize Costa Rica as one of the best dream tourist destinations anywhere in the world. The involvement of the Costa Rican government in the advertising and development of Costa Rica has lead to an increase in the already incredible rise this region has seen. Costa Rica real estate development is now one of the most attractive investment opportunities for foreign investors. The bottom line is that if you are one of the many searching for a good real estate investment opportunity, then take Costa Rica into consideration.

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Learn the Exotic Art of Costa Rica Poi

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 02:37:06 +0000

If you have always wanted to learn about the ancient art of poi or fire dancing, you can get an ultimate experience by learning Costa Rica poi. Costa Rica is a beautiful, exotic place that has something to offer everyone. You can take poi classes while overlooking a beautiful beach in Costa Rica. This is an exciting chance to learn something new that is very different from anything else in the world. Do not be intimidated by some of the moves you see. Beginners are welcome and with enough patience you can learn to become skilled in poi as you continue your classes in lovely Costa Rica. When you take Costa Rica poi classes you will be taught by skilled instructors on a number of moves. As you watch and pay attention you will start to learn how to get your moves to look effortless. Poi or fire dancing can be a difficult activity to learn but you if pay close attention and start to let your body and mind work together you will find learning poi to be very rewarding. There are a few different poi experience levels you can get to. If you just want to learn the basics or what a beginner would learn you should opt for one week worth of lesson. For more advanced moves and techniques consider staying for up to four weeks. During your poi vacation in Costa Rica you can take part in all the other natural wonders that Costa Rica poi has to offer. You can take a combination of poi and yoga classes or brush up on your language skills by learning Spanish. Costa Rica is also a great place to learn how to surf. You will find willing teacher and amazing teachers here to help you. During your down time you can take advantage of all of Costa Rica’s natural beauties. You can go snorkeling, walk along the beaches, or take a hike in one of their beautiful rain forests. Cost Rica is a great vacation spot no matter if you are looking for peace and quiet or if you are looking for some adventure. You can find great dining choices during your Costa Rica poi holiday as well. Enjoy some of the exotic fare of the locals or eat at the delicious restaurant at your hotel. There are plenty of options no matter what your preferences are. Many people enjoy taking a friend along for their Costa Rica vacation. You can share accommodations or have your own room. Costa Rica is also the perfect place for a romantic vacation for two. With the peaceful atmosphere and exotic scenery you can fall in love all over again. For those who are seeking solitude and some time away alone you can find your inner peace in your poi vacation in Costa Rica!

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Valentine’s Week 2010 At The Hotel Desire Costa Rica!

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:34:28 +0000

VALENTINE’S WEEK 2010 AT THE HOTEL DESIRE COSTA RICA!

Join all the fun and activities during Valentine’s week at the exclusive Hotel Desire Costa Rica . We invite everyone to stay and relax at the most majestic, private, gated and adult resort only 20 minutes from theSan Jose Airport (SJO). Hotel Desire Costa Rica with our open minded ambiance is centrally located on 6 luscious acres inhabited by tropical flowers, trees, ponds, butterflies and birds. We offer round trip ground VIP transportation to and from SJO airport, many nearby malls and exotic tour destinations. We jump start the week on Friday the 12th at 7:00PM with a Live Band playing Latin music, plus we spark up the night with a delicious BBQ. The excitement continues Sunday the 14th when we celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special dinner for $25. 00 per person which includes an appetizer, main course, glass of wine and dessert, plus sing and dance during our popular Karaoke night. Friday the 19th we start the pool party with the mouth-watering BBQ followed by one of the many Zodiac Parties honoring Aquarius at 7:00PM. All Aquarius receive one free drink. Fill yourself with lust for the delicious Desire BBQ, plus watch and listen to the live performance of the Wetbacks. Many events are planned for 2010 with live music, fun, dance, drinks, food and all with stunning views of the San Jose valley. Delight yourself with our Temptations restaurant serving International and Latin American cuisine. Take advantage of our two pools with one being clothing optional. hotel rooms, suites and villas are offered – studios, one or two bedrooms, and even romantic private villa enclaves ready for your adult enjoyment. Bring your fantasies to life and stay in one of the fully equipped suites. Fulfill your desires and check out: www. hoteldesirecostarica. com for more information. The Hotel Desire Costa Rica is where every day is an open minded day. Let your deepest inhibitions run wild and free!

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Enroll Now For Costa Rica Yoga Classes in Nirvana

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:32:14 +0000

Beautiful Costa Rica is a great place to learn yoga. Imagine practicing yoga at a pavilion overlooking the ocean, while listening to the sounds of birds and waves crashing on the shore in gorgeous Montezuma, Costa Rica at La Escuela Del Sol, while finding inner peace within yourself. La Escuela Del Sol was founded on the principle of self enhancement of the body, the mind and the soul, by Jeremy Levine, school Director. Jeremy has a MBA from USC, which enabled him to form the school and continue his hobby of fire dancing. La Escuela Del Sol offers Costa Rica yoga classes from a one to a four week schedule. Yoga courses may also be combined with Spanish, surfing, scuba or fire dancing courses. College credit is available for the Spanish classes. Costa Rica yoga classes at La Escuela Del Sol are Hatha Vinyasa Yoga, which is a combination of correct alignment with the free flowing breath and movement, and some inspiration of Anusara. The classes are open for all levels and taught in English. Costa Rica yoga classes are limited to fifteen individuals so students have the instructors’ utmost attention. Mats and props are provided and all levels of skill are accepted. Accommodations are available and are included in the published rate prices. Private rooms are available, you can share a room with a travel companion, or request to be set up with a roommate. All rooms include a fan or air conditioning, and a private bathroom. Free, high speed internet access is available within the hotel. The school is right across the street from the ocean. The school is in an area near the Montezuma River, where you will find three separate waterfalls, and also near the tropical rain forest, many times you can see monkeys and several varieties of birds. During the downtime of Costa Rica yoga, or on a weekend trek, the school can arrange various local excursions for you upon request. The excursions are in and around Montezuma including a waterfall hike, hike at Cabo Blanco National Park, zip line tours, snorkeling and scuba diving. The town of Montezuma has a variety of restaurants and shops. The main streets are bordered with artists selling jewelry, and various hand-made items. Sometime artists will have a spontaneous gig, playing various instruments outdoors in the street. Nearby is the Cabo Blanco National Park, which offers abundant wildlife, waterfalls and a secluded beach.