Tamarindo

Tamarindo was my first weekend in a series of three weekend excursions provided by my study abroad program, ISA. Going into these next few weeks I realized I would be pampered with really nice hotels and meals in touristy locations. Tamarindo did not disappoint in these areas. Many of the local Ticos refer to the Pacific Coast town of Tamarindo as "Tamagringo". Upon arrival, it was clear to see why. The main part of town in set on a beautiful stretch of beach lined with resorts and over priced restaurants. Our group stayed in the hotel, Tamarindo Diria. The hotel was complete with three pools and a delicious buffet breakfast. My days were mostly filled with eating good food and reading by the pool. The beach views were spectacular and the sunsets were some of the better that I have seen thus far. Although it may not have been the most cultural of my Costa Rican weekends, it was definitely enjoyable in a relaxing sort of way.

 The beautiful hotel.

 Beach pictures