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@3, “Probably a better choice”:

Not sure what the post means, but I hope you will enjoy your trip, put together with an agency or independently.

You don't need a packaged tour to arrange those types of transfers. You can hire private drivers or use shared shuttles, which will save money unless you're a larger group.

Make sure you have enough time at each location. The Arenal and Manual Antonio areas each deserve three nights and I'd suggest two for Monteverde .

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How to Spend One Day in San José, Costa Rica

Whether San José is your final destination, or you’re just passing through on your way to the jungle or beach, the capital of Costa Rica offers plenty of things to see and do. San José is also the country’s largest city, with a vibrant cultural and culinary scene. Here’s how to make the most of one full day in San José, from morning to night.

Browse the Central Market (or Mercado Central)

Start your day with breakfast at the Central Market. Located along Central Avenue (Avenida Central) in downtown San José , it’s been a local institution since 1880. Spanning an entire city block, you’ll find more than 200 stalls, shops, and eateries of different sizes, selling goods ranging from fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, cooked food, and more. Fuel up with a good cup of coffee, and try the typical breakfast dish of gallo pinto (rice and beans) or chorreadas (pancakes), then browse for souvenirs. Other good options for souvenir shopping include La Casona and the Municipal Craft Market, both located nearby.

Walk Along Central Avenue (Avenida Central)

Central Avenue is the main thoroughfare of San José, full of shops, restaurants, street performers, and all kinds of vendors. The stretch between Calle 9 and Calle 14 is closed to vehicles and particularly ideal for strolling. You’ll pass by several parks, plazas, museums, and other attractions. As you head east from the Central Market, you’ll soon pass by the Metropolitan Cathedral of San José (Catedral Metropolitana), an impressive neoclasscical building with beautiful stained glass windows and a massive pipe organ. Stop next door at the Central Park (Parque Central de San Jose) for some people watching, or head further east to the always busy Culture Plaza (Plaza de la Cultura) or Democracy Plaza (Plaza de la Democracia), with its many open-air markets.

AFTERNOON :

Grab Lunch at a Soda

Sodas are traditional, often family-run, restaurants where you will get an authentic taste of Costa Rican cuisine at a great value. Try the typical lunch of casado (rice beans, and your choice of protein and several side dishes), arroz con pollo (rice with chicken), sopa negra (black bean soup), or patacones (fried plantains), and don’t miss trying the chileras (spicy pickled vegetables). Soda Tapia is a highly rated soda, but you can find many other good options downtown. If you’re too full from breakfast for a full meal, you can grab a quick snack from a street vendor, like an empanada (fried turnover) or a cup of ceviche (raw fish marinated in citrus juices).

Visit a Museum

Within downtown, there are several excellent museums located just a few blocks of each other. Learn all about Costa Rica’s history at the National Museum (Museo Nacional de Costa Rica), housed in the historic Bellavista Fort. The selection of pre-Columbia artifacts is particularly impressive, and the butterfly garden small but beautiful. Several nearby museums are also worth a visit: explore several floors of indigenous gold, ceramic, and stone artifacts at the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum (Museo de Oro Colombino), the world’s largest collection of pre-Columbian jade artifacts at the Jade Museum (Museo de Jade), and modern art, sculpture, and photographs at the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design (Museo de Arte Y Diseño Contemporáneo or MADC).

Tour the National Theater (Teatro Nacional Costa Rica)

Constructed in the late 1800s, the National Theater is the most opulent building in San José, and well worth a visit. If you’re short on time, you can simply walk around the outside of the building, taking in the impressive architecture, statues, and landscaping, but a guided tour will give you the best insights and a view of its lavish furnishings. For the full experience, enjoy a performance at the theater, held several times weekly. Alternatively, catch a play, opera, or traditional Spanish zarzuelas (a humorous operetta) at the Melico Salazar Theater.

Sample the Flavors at Barrio Escalante

This trendy neighborhood has developed a reputation as the gastronomic hub of San José. A food tour is a great way to sample the best the area has to offer with a local guide. Or head to Calle 33, known as the neighborhood’s gastronomic walk (paseo gastronomico), full of restaurant after restaurant offering all types of cuisines. After dinner, don’t miss sampling the sweets made from locally grown cacao at Tapir Chocolates. For sweet treats infused with alcohol, try the artisanal ice cream at Galway Escalante or the slushies at Neon Ice Escalante.

Explore the Nightlife

There are plenty of options for nightlife in San José. Check out the craft beer and gastropub scene in Barrio Escalante, with standouts like the Costa Rica Beer Factory, Wilk Craft Beer, and the Lupulus Beer Shop. Or head to the University District of San Pedro with its vibrant pub scene. Check out some live music at the Jazz Café (which offers all styles of music, not just jazz), or dance the night away to salsa, cumbia, and merengue at Castro’s. To try your luck at a casino, head over to Casino Club Colonial or Casino Concorde. You can also find casinos in many of the city’s luxury hotels.

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Park Inn by Radisson San Jose This first class hotel is a ten minute walk from La Sabana Park.

Aninga Boutique Hotel This superior tourist class hotel is located a short distance away from the main entrance of Tortuguero National Park.

Arenal Paraiso This tourist class hotel is located just in front of the Arenal volcano.

El Establo Hotel This first class hotel is famous around the world for its rich flora and fauna, where six different ecological systems converge. El Establo is a Quaker / Costa Rican family owned lodge, situated on 150 acres of tropical forest.

Monteverde Country Lodge This tourist class hotel is located near the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort This first class resort is located on the Northwest Pacific coast of Costa Rica.

DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for Costa Rica Depart for Costa Rica. Arrive in San Jose and transfer to your hotel. Rest, relax and get ready for your adventure in eco-rich Costa Rica, often called "Pura Vida" - the country with a relaxing and happy lifestyle Overnight: San Jose

DAY 2, Monday - Travel to Tortuguero Depart San Jose this morning traveling east to the shores of the Caribbean coast. See the lush vegetation along with acres of banana plantations. At a nearby port, board a motor launch that takes you to the canals in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle. Arrive at the lodge in Tortuguero in time for lunch. Afterwards, drive to the village for a walking tour. Here, you learn about the significant conservation efforts developed to protect sea turtles that come to nest here each year. Tonight, meet with your Tour Manager before dinner at the lodge Overnight: Tortuguero Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3, Tuesday - Full Day in Tortuguero Awaken this morning to the sounds of the jungle. Acquaint yourself with the many tree and insect species of Costa Rica on an easy guided hike through trails in the nearby rainforest. After lunch, a boat takes you through remote unspoiled sections of the park's waterways on the winding canals where you're likely to see turtles, caimans, monkeys, and many colorful tropical birds. Dinner together at the lodge Overnight: Tortuguero Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4, Wednesday - Travel to San Jose Travel by motor launch and motor coach this morning back to San Jose. Along the way, stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Take the afternoon to independently explore the city Overnight: San Jose Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 5, Thursday - Travel to Arenal Morning departure for Arenal, enjoying the views of coffee and sugarcane plantations along the way. En route stop in Sarchi, an artisan town, where traditional colorful oxcarts and souvenirs can be found. Later this evening, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers, followed by dinner Overnight: Arenal Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6, Friday - Cano Negro Spend the day on a boat tour down the Rio Frio, and learn about the flora and fauna endemic to the area. Tonight, enjoy an optional evening at the renowned Eco Termales Hot Springs that includes a dinner Optional: Eco Termales Hot Springs with Dinner (PM) Overnight: Arenal Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 7, Saturday - Arenal National Park, Travel to Monteverde In the morning, embark on a brisk two mile hike on a paved trail in Arenal National Park to learn more about the flora and fauna of the area. At the end of the trail, admire panoramic views of the volcano from a lookout tower before continuing to Monteverde. Tonight, go behind-the-scenes on the optional Brewery Tour to discover the hidden world of Monteverde's craft beer, followed by dinner in the brewpub Optional: Monteverde Brewery Tour with Dinner Overnight: Monteverde Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Sunday - Full Day in Monteverde Spend the morning at leisure, or choose to participate in one of the optional tours* including the Selvatura Canopy and Hanging Bridges adventures. This afternoon enjoy lunch and a tour of a traditional Costa Rican coffee farm. Learn about how one of Costa Rica's top exports is grown in this tropical region and its importance in the socioeconomic development of the country Tonight, savor dinner in Monteverde *Passengers can participate in both optional tours if desired Optional: Selvatura Canopy Tour (AM) Optional: Selvatura Hanging Bridges (AM) Overnight: Monteverde Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9, Monday - Travel to Guanacaste Today, depart Monteverde for Guanacaste. See a huge contrast in scenery as you arrive in tropical Guanacaste, located in the northwestern part of the country. The rest of the day is at leisure Overnight: Guanacaste Meals: Breakfast

DAY 10, Tuesday - Full Day in Guanacaste A day at leisure in picturesque Guanacaste. Don't miss the optional Panache Sailing Tour. Glide along Costa Rica's Gold Coast in a Catamaran. Stop in a tranquil bay with time to snorkel or frolic in the sea before returning to the hotel Optional: Panache Sailing Tour (AM) Overnight: Guanacaste Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 11, Wednesday - Travel to San Jose Travel back to San Jose today stopping to shop for local crafts and souvenirs. Take a city tour of San Jose before dinner Overnight: San Jose Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 12, Thursday - Depart Costa Rica Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

• Round trip flights Miami-San Jose, San Jose-Miami Some departure dates may be offered from an alternate nearby airport. Check flight itinerary options when booking. Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
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• 3 nights San Jose
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• 2 nights Arenal
• 2 nights Monteverde
• 2 nights Guanacaste
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• All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
• 22 meals: 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
• Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
• Entrance fees per itinerary
• Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring
• Take a boat tour along the Tortuguero canals, through the heart of the Costa Rican jungle
• Tour downtown San Jose, enjoying its many historical & architectural jewels
• Visit the artisan town of Sarchi and see artists in their workshops
• In Arenal, view the now dormant conical-shaped Arenal Volcano
• Tour a coffee plantation and enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch
• Discover the dense vegetation in the stunning Monteverde Cloud Forest
• Travel to the tropical province of Guanacaste on the sun-splashed Pacific Coast

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• Take a boat tour along the Tortuguero canals, through the heart of the Costa Rican jungle
• Tour downtown San Jose, enjoying its many historical & architectural jewels
• Visit the artisan town of Sarchi and see artists in their workshops
• In Arenal, view the now dormant conical-shaped Arenal Volcano
• Tour a coffee plantation and enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch
• Discover the dense vegetation in the stunning Monteverde Cloud Forest
• Travel to the tropical province of Guanacaste on the sun-splashed Pacific Coast
• Experience Manuel Antonio National Park filled with wildlife and spectacular scenery
• Enjoy the beautiful surroundings and beaches in the Central Pacific region †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

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• Round trip flights Miami-San Jose, San Jose-MiamiSome departure dates may be offered from an alternate nearby airport. Check flight itinerary options when booking.Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
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• 13 nights accommodations 3 nights San Jose 2 nights Tortuguero 2 nights Arenal 2 nights Monteverde 2 nights Guanacaste 2 nights Manuel Antonio Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
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• All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
• 23 meals: 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
• Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
• Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
• Entrance fees per itinerary
• Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

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In eighth place is Dubai, with 9,368 average monthly searches in the US. The term ‘visit Dubai’ had 4,699 searches across the US, while ‘Dubai vacation’ had 3,322. 

Los Angeles ranks ninth, with an average monthly search volume of 9,026. The Californian city had 3,083.33 monthly searches in California itself. 

Landing the tenth spot is Fiji , with 8,746 average monthly searches. The state of Hawaii searched for the luxury island of Fiji an average of 86.67 times a month, while the term ‘Fiji vacation’ had 5,610 searches throughout the US.