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News, events, articles, and places for the gay beach known as Playita, in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Gay and Lesbian travel tips, tours, parties. Sponsored by GaytOurs, Costa Rica

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Page 1: Playita - Issue 29

FREE INFO BULLETIN

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7th Anniversary

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* Playita is the name given by locals to one of the beaches in Manuel Antonio which attracts a high concentration of gay and lesbians from Costa Rica and visitors from all over the world. This beach is accessible just two hours before and after high tide.

¡A Grito Pelado!¡A Divertirnos, Gente!Con mucho entusiasmo abrimos una

nueva temporada y celebramos el Sétimo Aniversario del info boletín Playita.Esta vez, el verano, viene cargado con nue-­vas adiciones a nuestra comunidad como lo es la apertura de dos bares gay: el Bar Mogambo en las Terrazas de Rafael y el Bar Tutu cerca del Pájaro Azul.Además, Gaytours cambia en su horario regular de tours los Martes con Hiking in the park with Estelle y los Domingos el nuevo Villa Vanilla Spice plantation tour and fla-­vors of the world tasting.Le damos la bienvenida a la tienda Arte Indio y al Jungle Loft, dos nuevos negocios propiedad de queridos miembros de nuestra comunidad.No nos olvidemos del Barba Roja con sus G Dance todos los Domingos 4 pm, Salsipuedes con el G Lounge todos los lunes a las 9 pm y por supuesto el Liquid Lounge el cual introduce el nuevo restauran-­te Monkey Bridge.Así mismo el Restaurante Kúkula se declara gay friendly y nos abre sus puertas con un menú basado en mariscos a precios muy accesibles. En un placer ver como la comunidad se ha unido ofreciendo una variedad de lugares y actividades en las cuales nos vamos a sentir cómodos;; pero también le tenemos al turista muchas opciones de qué hacer cuando están en sus vacaciones.Agradecemos infinitamente a todos por su aporte en concretar a Manuel Antonio como un destino gay internacional con mucha diversión y variedad. Les deseamos la mejor de las temporadas y a divertirnos gente.

7 Reasons not to feed the Monkeys Pag 4The righteous hustle Pag 7THE TIDE/LA MAREA:December-­Januar Pag 8Manuel Antonio Gaymap Pag 10Quepos Gaymap Pag 12As Manuel Antonio Changes, It Just Gets Better! Pag 13Directory Pag 14Entertainment Pag 18

CREDITOSDirector: Jose ChavesProductor: Paul SfezDiseño: Diego HidalgoColaboradores: Kelly Ernst, Todd PequeenVentas: Paul Sfez -­ Tel 8836 0024 [email protected] las opiniones expresadas en este medio son entera responsabilidad del autor.

Por Jose Chaves

TAMAL FEST 2010LA TAMALEADA

TAMAL FEST 2010LA TAMALEADA

Christmas wouldn't be Christmas in Costa Rica without the traditional dish Tamale. Come and enjoy a night of friendship,

eating, drinking and fun.

Christmas wouldn't be Christmas in Costa Rica without the traditional dish Tamale. Come and enjoy a night of friendship,

eating, drinking and fun.

27 december27 december@ SalsipuedesStarts 5 pm till...

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Ymonkeys (and other wild animals) to be a thrilling

experience, you are not doing the monkeys a favor. In fact, you are actually harming them. Here's why:

1. Monkeys are highly susceptible to diseases from human hands. They can die from bacteria transferred off your hand that has no ill effect on you.

2. Migration to human-­populated areas to be fed increases the risk of dog attacks and road accidents.

3. Irregular feeding leads to an aggressive behavior towards humans and other species.

4. Contrary to the stereotype, bananas are not preferred food of monkeys in the wild. Bananas, specially those

containing pesticides, can be upsetting to the monkeys' delicate digestive system and cause serious dental problems that can lead to eventual death.

5. Feeding creates a dangerous dependency on humans that diminishes the monkeys' survival abilities.

6. Feeding interferes with the monkeys' natural habits and upsets the balance of their lifestyle centered on eating wild fruits, seeds, small animals and insects.

7. Contact with humans facilitates poaching and the trade in illegal wildlife.

7 reasons NOT to feed the monkeys

7 reasons NOT to feed the monkeys

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Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

USA: 347-531-2582 | Canada: 289-813-0494Costa Rica: 011-506-2777-6279 Cell: 8705-0368e-mail: [email protected]

White sand beaches. tropical rainforest. vanilla dreamsWhite sand beaches. tropical rainforest. vanilla dreams

Proudly offering modest pricedaccommodation and casual elegance

Telf: 506 2777 05 52 - 8960 32 [email protected]

Facebook: arte indio manuel antonio

Address:Centro Comercial Manuel Antonio,

downstairs Promerica's bank, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica.

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& Sushi Bar

Open every day. Sunset Happy Hour 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Tel/Fax 2777-5159 / Tel 2777-0331www.barbarojarestaurant.com

Fodor's - "The Best of Costa Rica" section -“There are only two places in all of Manuel Antonio on this list,

The Manuel Antonio Park and the BARBA ROJA Restaurant.”

Ottawa Citizen: Barba Roja, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica"One of the Top 5 Places in the World to Stare at Water"

"See it Costa Rica" 2009Fodor's: Barba Roja, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

"with glorious panoramas of MA, this is one of the areas most populareateries, as much for the setting sun as for the daily menu, which

specializes in seafood dishes"

Tea Dance Tea Dance

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The righteous hustleI just returned to Manuel Antonio after a short vacation in the United States. Like all good trips it got me thinking...thinking about the

parallels between Manuel Antonio’s growth and globalization as a whole. At times I feel like I am caught in a time warp. Surely I can’t be the only one, can I? I feel bombarded by advertise-­ments, big money, and American culture seeping into this tiny jungle town. I have never believed that the biggest and newest equates to the best in quality. Local word of mouth has always been

best meals and best experiences. There seems to be more depth and cultural verisimilitude when one experiences the authenticity of a business run with love and passion rather than greed and envy. Real estate and big development is a part of life but I also know what brings tourism into Manuel Antonio.... it is not condo towers, pollution, traf-­

assembly line instead of an unique experience. Consumers must be aware that big and bold does not necessarily mean better, especially here in a developing nation on the fast track to perhaps be-­coming just another tourist destination.

It is my opinion after eleven years of living in Manuel Antonio the best products, the ultimate experiences, and the bloodline of Costa Rica, are preserved by the families born here and the jet-­setting expats who sought out for themselves a new dream. I adamantly want people who come here to experience that side of Costa Rica and not to be swayed by giant billboards and all inclu-­sive resorts. For the weary and wise the reason to live in a place like Manuel Antonio is not solely for the rate of return. We know when something seems too good to be true it often is. IInternet has replaced conversations and one on one time, we all must be careful on what we do and where we put our money. There are still so many wonderful spots to explore, all you need to do is get to know a friendly local and have the time to share. Try to sink into the jungle vibe and return to your home

city truly renewed instead of taxed, in more ways than one.

In my ultimate dream Manuel Antonio would become a Utopia, without walls and security bars blocking the best views. People would earn their living out of love of their craft creating a healthy give and take, as well as a solid community. In my altered reality I would love to see the beach a place of neutrality, exempt from the hustle. What I imagined when I moved here was a place where we all have the time to talk on the street, to sit and to laugh, to blow off the rest of the day, be-­cause the “right now” is more important. A place where visitors can let their hair down, explore themselves, minus the problems they may have at home. There is a richness and quality in this community, I hope we do not lose this gift with the inundation of “bigger and better”. Some say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one.

By: Todd Pequeen

“The local that works on locals”

Home Studio or On Location

USA Nationally CertifiedNew York Institute of

Massage Graduate

Dedicated to deep, therapeutic bodywork

since 1998

The First professional male massage therapist in

Manuel Antonio

USA Nationally CertifiedNew York Institute of

Massage Graduate

Dedicated to deep, therapeutic bodywork

since 1998

The First professional male massage therapist in

Manuel Antonio

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01 Wed 04:13 1.07 01 Wed 10:29 7.76 01 Wed 16:28 1.10 01 Wed 22:58 8.87 02 Thu 05:18 0.82 02 Thu 11:33 7.92 02 Thu 17:31 1.01 02 Thu 23:58 9.12 03 Fri 06:19 0.49 03 Fri 12:34 8.19 03 Fri 18:31 0.84 04 Sat 00:54 9.37 04 Sat 07:14 0.15 04 Sat 13:29 8.49 04 Sat 19:27 0.66 05 Sun 01:47 9.56 05 Sun 08:06 -­0.12 05 Sun 14:22 8.77 05 Sun 20:19 0.53 06 Mon 02:36 9.64 06 Mon 08:54 -­0.29 06 Mon 15:11 8.96 06 Mon 21:08 0.49 07 Tue 03:23 9.60 07 Tue 09:40 -­0.33 07 Tue 15:57 9.04 07 Tue 21:56 0.55 08 Wed 04:09 9.41 08 Wed 10:23 -­0.22 08 Wed 16:43 8.99 08 Wed 22:42 0.72 09 Thu 04:54 9.10 09 Thu 11:06 0.01 09 Thu 17:28 8.84 09 Thu 23:26 0.97 10 Fri 05:38 8.70 10 Fri 11:48 0.35 10 Fri 18:12 8.61 11 Sat 00:12 1.27 11 Sat 06:23 8.24 11 Sat 12:30 0.75 11 Sat 18:57 8.33 12 Sun 00:58 1.58 12 Sun 07:09 7.76 12 Sun 13:13 1.18 12 Sun 19:42 8.05 13 Mon 01:47 1.86 13 Mon 07:58 7.32 13 Mon 13:58 1.59 13 Mon 20:30 7.81 14 Tue 02:38 2.06 14 Tue 08:50 6.96 14 Tue 14:46 1.94 14 Tue 21:21 7.66 15 Wed 03:33 2.15 15 Wed 09:47 6.73 15 Wed 15:38 2.19 15 Wed 22:13 7.62 16 Thu 04:30 2.09 16 Thu 10:46 6.67

16 Thu 16:33 2.30 16 Thu 23:06 7.71 17 Fri 05:26 1.89 17 Fri 11:43 6.79 17 Fri 17:29 2.24 17 Fri 23:58 7.92 18 Sat 06:19 1.56 18 Sat 12:36 7.06 18 Sat 18:22 2.04 19 Sun 00:47 8.22 19 Sun 07:07 1.15 19 Sun 13:25 7.44 19 Sun 19:13 1.72 20 Mon 01:34 8.57 20 Mon 07:53 0.72 20 Mon 14:11 7.88 20 Mon 20:01 1.33 21 Tue 02:20 8.91 21 Tue 08:36 0.31 21 Tue 14:55 8.34 21 Tue 20:48 0.94 22 Wed 03:05 9.20 22 Wed 09:19 -­0.04 22 Wed 15:38 8.77 22 Wed 21:34 0.58 23 Thu 03:50 9.39 23 Thu 10:02 -­0.29 23 Thu 16:22 9.12 23 Thu 22:20 0.32 24 Fri 04:35 9.44 24 Fri 10:46 -­0.41 24 Fri 17:06 9.37 24 Fri 23:08 0.19 25 Sat 05:21 9.34 25 Sat 11:30 -­0.38 25 Sat 17:52 9.48 25 Sat 23:57 0.20 26 Sun 06:10 9.10 26 Sun 12:16 -­0.20 26 Sun 18:41 9.44 27 Mon 00:49 0.34 27 Mon 07:01 8.73 27 Mon 13:06 0.11 27 Mon 19:32 9.29 28 Tue 01:44 0.57 28 Tue 07:56 8.31 28 Tue 13:59 0.51 28 Tue 20:28 9.07 29 Wed 02:43 0.82 29 Wed 08:57 7.91 29 Wed 14:57 0.91 29 Wed 21:28 8.84 30 Thu 03:47 1.00 30 Thu 10:03 7.63 30 Thu 16:00 1.25 30 Thu 22:32 8.69 31 Fri 04:55 1.05 31 Fri 11:11 7.55 31 Fri 17:08 1.42 31 Fri 23:36 8.67

01 Sat 05:59 0.91 01 Sat 12:17 7.73 01 Sat 18:14 1.38 02 Sun 00:37 8.75 02 Sun 07:00 0.67 02 Sun 13:17 8.00 02 Sun 19:14 1.24 03 Mon 01:33 8.88 03 Mon 07:54 0.40 03 Mon 14:11 8.33 03 Mon 20:09 1.04 04 Tue 02:24 9.01 04 Tue 08:42 0.16 04 Tue 14:59 8.63 04 Tue 20:58 0.86 05 Wed 03:11 9.08 05 Wed 09:25 -­0.00 05 Wed 15:43 8.85 05 Wed 21:43 0.74 06 Thu 03:54 9.06 06 Thu 10:06 -­0.05 06 Thu 16:25 8.97 06 Thu 22:25 0.70 07 Fri 04:35 8.94 07 Fri 10:44 0.02 07 Fri 17:04 8.97 07 Fri 23:05 0.76 08 Sat 05:15 8.71 08 Sat 11:21 0.20 08 Sat 17:43 8.85 08 Sat 23:45 0.90 09 Sun 05:54 8.38 09 Sun 11:58 0.49 09 Sun 18:22 8.65 10 Mon 00:24 1.12 10 Mon 06:34 7.98 10 Mon 12:35 0.86 10 Mon 19:00 8.37 11 Tue 01:05 1.38 11 Tue 07:15 7.53 11 Tue 13:13 1.27 11 Tue 19:41 8.07 12 Wed 01:49 1.65 12 Wed 08:01 7.10 12 Wed 13:55 1.69 12 Wed 20:26 7.79 13 Thu 02:38 1.89 13 Thu 08:52 6.73 13 Thu 14:42 2.05 13 Thu 21:16 7.58 14 Fri 03:33 2.02 14 Fri 09:51 6.50 14 Fri 15:37 2.29 14 Fri 22:13 7.49 15 Sat 04:34 1.99 15 Sat 10:55 6.51 15 Sat 16:39 2.34 15 Sat 23:13 7.59 16 Sun 05:36 1.75 16 Sun 11:57 6.77

16 Sun 17:44 2.15 17 Mon 00:12 7.88 17 Mon 06:33 1.33 17 Mon 12:54 7.26 17 Mon 18:44 1.72 18 Tue 01:07 8.31 18 Tue 07:24 0.78 18 Tue 13:44 7.89 18 Tue 19:39 1.15 19 Wed 01:58 8.80 19 Wed 08:12 0.20 19 Wed 14:31 8.57 19 Wed 20:29 0.54 20 Thu 02:46 9.27 20 Thu 08:57 -­0.34 20 Thu 15:16 9.22 20 Thu 21:17 -­0.03 21 Fri 03:32 9.63 21 Fri 09:42 -­0.77 21 Fri 16:01 9.75 21 Fri 22:04 -­0.45 22 Sat 04:18 9.83 22 Sat 10:26 -­1.02 22 Sat 16:45 10.09 22 Sat 22:51 -­0.67 23 Sun 05:04 9.81 23 Sun 11:10 -­1.04 23 Sun 17:31 10.20 23 Sun 23:39 -­0.66 24 Mon 05:51 9.56 24 Mon 11:56 -­0.83 24 Mon 18:19 10.06 25 Tue 00:28 -­0.42 25 Tue 06:41 9.12 25 Tue 12:44 -­0.41 25 Tue 19:08 9.71 26 Wed 01:20 -­0.01 26 Wed 07:34 8.55 26 Wed 13:35 0.17 26 Wed 20:03 9.21 27 Thu 02:17 0.49 27 Thu 08:33 7.95 27 Thu 14:32 0.81 27 Thu 21:02 8.68 28 Fri 03:21 0.95 28 Fri 09:39 7.46 28 Fri 15:37 1.37 28 Fri 22:08 8.24 29 Sat 04:31 1.23 29 Sat 10:52 7.22 29 Sat 16:49 1.71 29 Sat 23:18 8.03 30 Sun 05:43 1.25 30 Sun 12:03 7.29 30 Sun 18:02 1.75 31 Mon 00:24 8.04 31 Mon 06:48 1.05 31 Mon 13:06 7.59 31 Mon 19:07 1.55

THE TIDE

W A R N I N G :YOU CANNOT Cross the rocks 2 hours after or before High Tide

01 Wed 04:37 9.90 01 Wed 10:45 -­1.18 01 Wed 17:06 10.23 01 Wed 23:13 -­0.82

High Tides at 04:37AM (9.90 feet high) and at 17:06PM (10.23 feet high).Low Tides at 10:45AM (-­1.18 feet high) and at 23:13PM (-­0.82 feet high).

How to read the Tide (example):

WEATHER : www . i m n . a c . c r

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Reservations: [email protected]

Reservations: [email protected]

NEW bar:

Restaurant:

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MANUEL ANTONIO:1. Tutú2. Coyaba Tropical B&B3. Hotel Gaia4. Restaurante Mar Luna5. Jungle Loft6. Casa Nelda7. Casa Bosque Verde8. Rest. Salsipuedes (tapas)

9. Barba Roja10. Vida Realty11. Arte Indio12. Hotel Casa Blanca13. Hotel Villa Roca14. Raphael’s Terrazas15. Yoga @ Balinese Villa16. Liquid Lounge17. Monkey Bridge

SEE MAPIN PAGE 12

MANUEL ANTONIO GAYMAP

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The traditional resort in Manuel The traditional resort in Manuel

The gay friendly

“tapas” place,

with an incredible

ocean view and

latin music!!!

2777 5019

Open daily at 10 am-10 pm

(closed Tuesdays)

Monday Gay Nights 9 pm For details logon to: www.elsolylaluna-cr.com

Exclusive Gay VacationApril 9-16, 2011

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Maximum guests: 13

ALL INCLUSIVE 7 NIGHTS STAY

IN OUR LUXURIOUS, EXOTICBALINESE VILLA ON THEWHITE-SAND BEACHES

OF MANUEL ANTONIO

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In the Heart of Manuel AntonioIn the Heart of Manuel Antonio

www.casabosqueverde.com To Book, contact Kelly at (403) 246-8941or [email protected]

Personalized attention

Contact:

E-mail: [email protected]

C E R T I F I E D T O U R G U I D E

Visit of Manuel Antonio Park

Estelle Mansuelle

QUEPOS

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2

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6

5

to Manuel Antonio

to San José

Boca Vieja

to the Airport

Bus Station

1. Kúkula2. Canopy Safari

3. Quad Tours4. Mira Olas

5. Priss Tours6. Mucho Músculo Gym

QUEPOS GAYMAP

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As Manuel Antonio Changes, It Just Gets Better!

After 15 years of coming to Manuel Antonio, I have seen many changes to this area. Even after owning and

operating Casa Bosque Verde for 3 years,

But one thing has remained the same;; Manu-­el Antonio remains a gay destination.

The number of hotels has exploded in the past 15 years, as have the restaurants. There are now many fantastic choices for dining, enjoying the sunset, or relaxing over a drink. Regardless of the venue, Manuel Antonio is one spot in Central America where you can be yourself.

Casa Bosque Verde’s street, which has sometimes been referred to as Castro Street, has a number rental and other properties which have gay owners and operators. Many other houses in the area have gay owners, and there continues to be choices among ho-­tels for gay and lesbian travelers. Although Villa Roca and Casa Blanca are most exclu-­sive to the gay market, other choices such as Gaia will ensure the gay traveler is well accommodated. As things change in Manuel Antonio, the local market continues to cater to its historical roots of the gay and lesbian traveler, and the people in Manuel’s Castro area continue to be friendly and welcoming and understand their importance to the local ecomony.

was only one gay bar. Now Tutus, which has moved nearer to Quepos, has Liquid Lounge

as its competitor, and Raphaels Terezzas of-­fers not only a sunset happy hour but also a pre-­party happy hour to Liquid and Tutus. Barba Roja also offers Sunday tea parties and Salsipuedes has Monday movie nights. As I get older, it is nice to see options open that allow not only late night partying, but also afternoon and early evening lounge ex-­periences as well.

Of course Gaytours is a stable in Manuel Antonio, and continues to offer many differ-­ent choices for tours of a wide variety. It is wonderful to be able to take a tour with new Manuel Antonio “family” members. As the area continues to have gay and lesbian trav-­ellers, I have noticed more gay groups com-­ing here to enjoy this destination.

The gay travel industry is also important to the local economy. The local people here and local business owners here know this important fact and have not forgotten their roots. Manuel Antonio continues to act as an example how important the gay and lesbian travel industry can be in both starting and maintaining a tourist destination.

So as tourism here evolves, the options for the gay traveler seem to be increasing in Manuel Antonio. Yes, it is different than 15 years ago, but Manuel Antonio still remains an important gay destination. As you holiday here, you will experience how not only how Manuel Antonio serves the gay and lesbian travelers well, but also how important this market is to the area.

By: Kelly ErnstOwner/Operator, Casa Bosque Verde

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MANUEL ANTONIOFROM A TO Z

Exclusive Gay Gay friendly

BARS AND DISCOS

Liquid Lounge: 2777 5158Buena Nota Building

Mogambo at Rafael Terrace Top Floor 2777 6310

Salsipuedes: 2777 5019Tapas BarAcross the street from Banca Promerica

Tutú Bar2777 1314Road to Manuel Antonio, in front of the second entrance of Pájaro Azul

HOTELS

Casa Blanca: 2777 0253Corner of the road to the gay beach

Coyaba TropicalB&B2777 6279Next to Hotel Gaia

Hotel Gaia1 800 226 2515Manuel Antonio

Villa Roca: 2777 1349 Next to Hotel Si Como No

RESTAURANTS

Barba Roja2777 0331Next to Salsipuedes

Kúkula 2777-­2735700m before the entrance bridge of Quepos (main entrance to Boca Vieja)

La Luna & Ambar Lounge2777 9797Hotel Gaia

MarLuna: 2777 5107Near Manuel AntonioSchool

Mira Olas2777 0811Hotel Best Western Kamuk, Quepos

Monkey Bridge 2777-­5158Second floor of Liquid Lounge, Buena Nota Building

Raphael’s Terrazas2777 6310Main road to the National Park, beside the entry to Arboleda Hotel

SERVICES

Arte indio2777 0552 / 8960 3206Centro Comercial Manuel Antonio, downstairs Promerica’s bank

Gaytours S. A.English 8305 8044Spanish 2294 06 06

Gym Mucho Músculo2777 3400Going out of Quepos to Manuel Antonio, on the left just before the first hill

Manuel Antonio ParkEstelle Profesional Guide8719 2065Quepos

Massage Javier: 8372 2647Gay therapist Experienced& certified

Massage Todd: 8847 2010Professional Massage at your hotel

Quad Tours2777 7500Downtown Quepos

Sunset Sails2777-­0837 / 2777-­1304

REAL ESTATE

Canada contact (403) 246 8941200 east from Super JosethManuel Antonio

8814 62511 mile from Manuel Antonio School

8836 0024Behind Villa El Lirio @ Canyon Verde

Real Estate2774 0287 / 2777-­4945 8997 4129 / 8825 0434Next to Barba Roja

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"Flavors of the World" Spice Tasting Tour

& Spice ShoppeVilla Nueva, Costa Rica

Ph: (506)2779-‐1155Cel: 8839-‐2721

www.rainforestspices.com

Taste the TropicsVilla Vanilla/Rainforest Spices

tour is a gentle walk through the plantation and is hands-­on with

sensory stops along the winding “epi-­phyte trail”. The “Flavors of the World” tasting is an assortment of gourmet va-­nilla, cinnamon and chocolate treats pre-­pared by their pastry chef.

1. The afternoon tour will start at the post-­harvest warehouse where they dry, process, and package the spices and ex-­plain their ancient origins, history and properties. 2. Then you’ll take a gentle walk through the plantation on our “Epiphyte Trail” (air plants), a winding garden path where you will experience the sights,

-­ering plants and rock gardens.

your way to the Punta Mira Viewpoint, where in addition to the view;; you will taste an assortment of gourmet treats.4. The last stop is at the famous Spice Shop, where you can stock up on vanilla beans and extract, True Ceylon cinna-­mon, cocoa nibs, and other spices for use in your kitchen or as gifts.

Villa Vanilla provides a unique “foodie” experience with a major focus on sus-­tainability. As proponents of sustain-­

able development, they are also proud to demonstrate the cultural practices they apply on the plantation which has been

-­ter/biodynamic since 2000. (Demeter is

sustainable agriculture -­ since 1935)Hotel pick up: Sundays 12:30 pm, price: $50, includes: Transportation, Gourmet Spice Tasting, and a bilingual guide.

Come and try a tour that makes your senses

come alive.

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Featuring:

(Liquid Resident -­ CR Circuit Parties)

(Promosonica)

January 29th 20119:00 pmPresale 10.000 colones (limited for 300 people)

Manuel Antonio, Quepos

Be Proudwith Peter Presta(from Queer as Folk)

Sponsored by:

1st time in Costa Rica

Party

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Happy Hour 9:00 pm - 12:00 pmEvery Day

Road of Manuel Antonio, QueposPhone: 2777-5107

ENTERTAINMENTENTRETENIMIENTO

Cellphone: 8372 2647

Cellphone: 8372 2647

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Café / Bar Lounge

The newThe newgay place

we’ve been waiting forgay place

we’ve been waiting forOpen every day

4 pm - 2 amNew location:

Tel: 2777-08222777-1314

• Vacation Rental • • Minimalist loft •

• In the heart of Manuel Antonio •

• Sleeps 3 •

[email protected]: (506) 8836 0024

Phone:

[email protected]

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Your way to funin Manuel Antonio

Reservations:Reservations:

MondaysDamas IslandMangrove Park $65Your choice Kayak or Motor BoatPick up: High tide of the day

TuesdaysHiking in ManuelAntonio Park with Estelle $45Pick up 12:30 pm*

Wednesdays and SaturdaysSunset Boat $75Relax and enjoyPick up: 1:00 pm*

Thursdays Canopy Tour $70Lots of adrenalinePick up: 1:00 pm*

FridaysATV Tour in the mountains $95 s. / $130 d.Pick up: 10:30 am*Ocean Kayak in the park $50Pick up: 2:00 pm*

SundaysVilla Vanilla Spice Plantation Tour and Flavors of the World Tasting $50Pick up 12:30 pm* *Times subject to changes