Episode 51. Costa Rica with Kids - Rappelling Down Waterfalls, Zip Lining, River Rafting, Hot Springs & Volcano Views ALL on Points!
In this episode, Kelsey sits down with Annie from @letstraveltalk on Instagram to hear about her family of 5's adventure to Costa Rica in November 2024. From beach days at the Hyatt Andaz Peninsula Papagayo to the rainforest surrounding Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa, Annie shares how Costa Rica delivered the perfect blend of adventure and nature. The family’s trip included rappelling down waterfalls, jet skiing along the scenic coastline, and zip lining in the rainforest. They also spent time soaking in the volcanic hot springs at Tabacon, with views of the iconic Arenal Volcano, and even tackled thrilling river rapids on a whitewater rafting adventure. Of course, no trip to Costa Rica would be complete without spotting some of the country’s most famous residents — sloths!
Mentioned in this episode:
- Transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards Points to Hyatt
- Flew Southwest into Liberia Airport in Costa Rica
- Southwest Companion Pass
- Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
- Adobe Car Rental, Costa Rica
- Jet Ski Tour through the Andaz
- Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa in La Fortuna
- Pure Trek Waterfall Rappelling Adventure
- La Fortuna Sloth Watching Trail and Night Walk Tour
- Wave Expeditions - Zipline and Rafting Adventure Combo in Arenal
- La Fortuna Waterfall
- Restaurant recommendation in La Fortuna: Pollo Fortuneño
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