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    Costa Rica

    Costa Rica – Beaches, Jungle, and Waterfalls

    Pura Vida! Pura vida means pure life and it is a way of living in Costa Rica. Costa Rica has been named one of the happiest countries in the world and no wander too – the beaches, the jungle, and the culture make Costa Rica a great destination to visit. I went many years ago now during college with one of my friends whose uncle had a house there. He was able to show us around all the best spots near San Jose due to his local knowledge. The Beaches Of course the main draw for me is the beaches! A jungle canopy overlooking the ocean, yes please! I went…

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    California

    How to Plan a Trip to Newport Beach, CA

    Now that you have been inspired to visit Newport Beach, CA after reading Resident’s Guide to Newport Beach, CA you want to know what next! Best time to go March-October. The weather is typically a breezy 75 and sunny year round, with the summers slightly warmer and the winters slightly cooler. While we have the occasional 80+ day at the beach in the winter you’d have to get rather lucky on the weekend you come. (As i write this it was 85 and sunny today, January 28th!) If your coming from close by that may be fine, otherwise I would avoid this time. If you do come for the holidays…