Beautiful San Jose surrounded by Volcanoes

Driving is rather adventurous due to the complete absence of street signs

many houses are very poor and simple, but some owners have a lovely sense for design

example of extremely friendly and helpful 'ticos' - not sure how I could have missed the foot deep gutter, but with the help of these nice men we were out in 3 minutes and fortunately without any damage.... !

Trip to Vulcano Poas

Trip to Vulcano Irazu

Hike through the Dschungel to Waterfall of Rio Birris

These leaves are HUGE - I feel like Alice in wonderland

Absolutely goregeous Hotel Resort with Zoo: "Waterfall Gardens" at Poas

Getting prepared for the Dangerous Night Life – and showing Michael what else my xmas present is good for, in case he gets some funny ideas looking at the beautiful ‘Ticas’ (Costa Rican women); our hosts got a good crack out of this scene!

Dinner with Bill

Bill's BBQ, better known as "Costillera del Gringo"