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COSTA RICA - THE HEART OF CENTRAL AMERICA
Squeezed between the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean, Costa Rica is a tiny Central American country, yet despite its size, this lush and colourful tropical paradise is a veritable Garden of Eden boasting an incredible biodiversity and a wealth of natural treasures.
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Costa Rica has 27% of its land dedicated to conservation and is home to a staggering variety of flora and fauna. From colourful Gaudy Leaf Frogs to playful Squirrel Monkeys and from the enchanting three-toed sloths to the endangered and elusive jaguar, the many habitats host a wonderful variety of wildlife. Countless exotic birds can be seen here, ranging from the scarlet macaw to the resplendent quetzal, as well as a dizzying array of beautiful butterflies and over eight thousand varieties of orchid. This is a country that caters for all tastes and ages, for thrill seekers with everything from river rafting and zip-lining to canopy walks, horse riding and wildlife, and for the more chilled who merely wish to sunbathe on gorgeous beaches.
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ACTIVE VOLCANOES
With over a hundred volcanic formations Costa Rica's topography is truly spectacular. Seven volcanoes are active, but Arenal Volcano is one of the country's real highlights.
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GLORIOUS BEACHES
The country is blessed with beautiful coastline on both the Pacific and Caribbean sides. Surfing, snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing, horse riding and some serious sun worshipping are all on offer!
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NATIONAL PARKS
A quarter of Costa Rica is dedicated to national parks, reserves and wildlife refuges. The Osa Peninsula boasts the last remaining coastal rainforest and is a stunning reserve.
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ADVENTURE
With spectacular scenery as the backdrop, a huge variety of outdoor activities are available. Highlights include hiking to gaze at the active crater of Poas Volcano or cantering on horseback around the slopes of Rincon de la Vieja, whizzing on zip-lines through Monteverde Cloud Forest, surfing the mighty waves of Santa Teresa and white water rafting on the Pacuare River.
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NATURAL TREASURES
Costa Rica hosts five percent of the planet's biodiversity and is home to a fabulous array of bird and wildlife from quetzals, tapirs and sloths to anteaters and peccaries. The country's different micro-climates range from the Osa Peninsula's rivers, mangroves and coastal rainforests to The Monteverde Cloud Forest's moist, tropical ecosystem with its huge variety of epiphytes.
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CLA GAME FAIR
Please join us at the Game Fair at Blenheim Palace next week (18th - 20th July) - we hope you will find us on Stand D 310 for a drink and some travel chat!
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WHERE TO GO WHEN!
With a fascinating world of choice to entice you it can be difficult to decide where to travel. Our guide is a useful form of inspiration for specific times of year.
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SPECIAL OFFERS!
There are presently a huge number of Special Offers. Contact us for a more complete picture of the latest special prices and available discounts.
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Whatever your interest, from the vibrant, colourful markets of Guatemala to the lush, savannah grasslands of the Serengeti or from the exquisite carvings of Petra to the powder white beaches of the Maldives, we relish the opportunity to help you explore the world in style and safety. All our trips are tailor-made around your precise requirements whether that be a romantic honeymoon on a stunning beach, a wedding anniversary safari with the family or perhaps relaxing in a private villa with a group of friends. Please visit our website for some inspiration and we look forward to discussing your travel plans soon!
The World Odyssey Team
www.world-odyssey.com
Call Us on 01905 731373
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