OSSN FAM TRIP
COSTA RICA
April 28 – May 5, 2012

Join OSSN in as we enjoy the pristine beauty of this "land of biodiversity." Costa Rica, known for its volcanoes coffee, sport fishing, exquisite beaches, and lovely resorts, is also known for its spas, healing thermal waters and "pura vida!"

Discover why Costa Rica is an emerging market for all types of travel, including groups, honeymoons, destination weddings, and eco-tourism. Your host, Condor Tours and Travel has specialized in this exquisite region of Central Amerca and is an Allied Supplier of OSSN!

You'll experience volcanoes, a boat ride in a volcanic lake, canopy tours across the rain forest, luxurious resorts, hot springs and the friendly people of Costa Rica to introduce you to it all!

ITINERARY

Saturday, April 28: (D)

Arrival, meet & greet and transfer to Ramada Plaza Herradura. Welcome dinner. Ov. at Ramada Plaza Herradura.

Sunday, April 29: (B,D)

Departure to Manuel Antonio National Park visiting Poas Volcano National Park. Poas Volcano, located about 1 ½ hrs away from San José, is an impressive active volcano featuring one of the largest craters in the world. The volcano offers spectacular views of the Central Valley and a network of trails that allows visitors to hike through the evergreen cloud forest that surrounds it. After visiting Poas, continue the journey to Manuel Antonio, located on the Central Pacific Coast. We will stop in Jaco beach for a lunch break (on your own. Arrival to Manuel Antonio in the mid afternoon. Check-in at El Parador Hotel and Hotel inspection. Dinner at the hotel. Ov. Hotel El Parador.

Monday, April 30: (B,L)

Hotel Inspection. Lunch at Si Como No Hotel . Hotel inspection. Dinner at your own. Ov. El Parador.

Tuesday, May 1: (B,L)

Departure to Monteverde. We will stop on the way at Marriott Los Suenos for inspection continuing afterwards to Villa Caletas Hotel, where we will have lunch. Arrival to Monteverde in the mid afternoon. This community, which is located on a secluded plateau at 4600 ft, was founded in 1951 by a group of North American Quakers. The founder's environmental consciousness, together with help from private organizations, led to the creation of a biological preserve that hosts one of the richest ecological systems in the country. Due to its location at a relatively high altitude, Monteverde's climate is rather fresh. Temperatures range from 55-75ºF. Clouds, mist, rain and eventual rays of sunshine bring life and enchantment to this beautiful cloud forest and makes it an ideal place to explore the nature and wildlife of this incredible habitat. Check-in at El Establo Hotel and inspection. Dinner on your own. Ov. at El Establo

Wednesday, May 02: (B,L,D)

Visit to Selvatura Park, where we will do the Canopy Tour and theTree Top Walkways Tour. The famous 3 hour zip line tour offers you the opportunity of flying over the canopy of an exotic cloud forest through 15 cables and 18 platforms. Selvatura Park features one of the most exciting Canopy Tours in Costa Rica, as it includes the longest cable and is located inside the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Our adventure will be complemented with a hike at Selvatura's Tree Top Walkways, which consist of a 1.9 mile trail that crosses through the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Here we will have the chance to walk on eight different bridges with various lengths ranging between 150 feet up to 510 feet and altitudes ranging between 36 feet up to 180 feet. The Tree Top Walkways are suitable for people of all ages and are a great way to experience the marvels of this natural sanctuary. The duration of the hike usually takes between 1.5 and 2 hours. Lunch will take place at Selvatura. We will continue our activity with hotel inspections during the afternoon. Dinner at Fonda Vela Hotel. Ov. El Establo.

Thursday, May 3: (B,L,D)

Today we will depart to Arenal Volcano area. This scenic ride will take us downhill on the slopes of the Tilaran Mountain Range and then across Lake Arenal, where we will have the opportunity to enjoy great views of Arenal Volcano and its surroundings. Once in Arenal we will proceed to Arenal Nayara Hotel for lunch and inspection. After lunch we will continue to to Arenal Manoa Hotel. Check in and inspection. Later on we will continue with hotels inspections followed by a visit to The Springs Resort where we will enjoy a relaxing dip at the hot springs and a delicious dinner. Ov. at Arenal Manoa Hotel.

Friday, May 4: (B,D)

Visit to Arenal Volcano National Park. The majestic Arenal Volcano -one of the most active volcanoes in the Western Hemisphere- constitutes the main attraction in this northern region. Its perfect-formed cone and constant eruptions of lava impress visitors from all over the world. We will depart to San Jose, where we will get in the early afternoon. Check-in at Aurola Holiday Inn hotel in downton San Jose and free time for lunch (on your own) In the late afternoon we will we will do a couple of hotel inspections and finalize with a farewell dinner. Ov. at Costa Rica Marriott.

Saturday, May 5: (B)

Transfer to the international airport.

Includes:

• Transportation in a deluxe bus with a/c
  
• Bilingual guide
  
• Accommodation en DBL occupancy as described
  
• Meals as described each day: (B) breakfast, (L) lunch and (D) dinner
  
• Entrance fees to Poas Volcano and Arenal Volcano National Parks
  
• Boat ride in the Arenal Lake
  
• Canopy tour and Tree Top Walkways in Selvatura Park
  
• Hot Springs at The Springs Resort
  
• Hotel taxes

Not Included:

• Airport tax $ 31
  
• Tips and gratuities
  

OSSN MEMBER RATE: $595
NON MEMBER ADD: $100

SINGLE RATE $995