We’ve spent the past three winters in Florida (north-central) and found the local people and travelers we met along the way to be wonderful, kind, caring folks. We will miss them immensely. However, the itch to travel more was not being scratched in Florida. With a McDonald’s on every corner, we’ve become bored and yearn to go back to traveling internationally where there is a diversity of cultures, language (although I heard some pretty good language in Florida that could make an offshore oil rigger blush) and customs. Thus, we have divested ourselves of our “holdings” in Florida and are now “…on the road again” (many thanks to Willie Nelson).

Currently, we are in Tamarindo, Costa Rica for six days. This trip is exploratory as we are looking for options to spend next winter somewhere in the area. Clear blue skies, 95 degree (F) days, and some of the most spectacular beaches and conservation areas in the world draw us back here in winter.

As always, renting a car in Costa Rica is an exercise in getting your bank account raped but we knew what to expect this time.  Since we’re only here for six days, the car rental was ONLY as much as our lodging !!!  But, for longer stays, and since I’ve driven in Costa Rica before, it is the best way to see the sites.  If you are new to the driving habits of Ticos and staying only for a short time, spend the money for a tour driver.  You’ll be glad you did.

More when it happens….