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2 4 Allegro Papagayo ............................ pg 18 11 4 Barceló Langosta Beach ................ web only 1 6 Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica ....... pg 12 9 4 Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa .......... pg 20 3 6 Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo ..................... pg 20 4 5+ Hilton Papagayo Resort Costa Rica ... pg 20 12 6 JW Marriott Guanacaste .................. pg 20 5 5 Occidental Grand Papagayo ............. pg 18 7 5 Riu Guanacaste ............................... pg 16 8 6 Riu Palace Costa Rica ...................... pg 14 6 4 Villas Sol Hotel & Beach Resort ........ pg 20 10 5+ The Westin Golf Resort & Spa, Playa Conchal .................................. pg 16 Located in the northwest on the Pacific Ocean, Guanacaste is known for its warm climate, incredible bird watching, excellent surfing and snorkeling and beautiful beaches. The coast is indented with bays, peninsulas, and there are a significant number of protected areas, including coastal, mountainous, terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems where life develops with exuberance. Guanacaste's climate is in total contrast to the rest of the country. It is the driest region of Costa Rica, with a mixture of forests, beaches, extensive plains and an impressive volcanic range. From November - April, the plains and rolling hills receive little if any rain, but in wet season, everything turns green. G U A N A C A S T E 10 B E A C H E S O F G U A N A C A S T E Guanacaste is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. Tamarindo Beach is a legendary surfing destination. Here, the focus is on fun and the spirit is carefree. Near several national parks, Hermosa Beach offers a laid back experience away from crowds and plenty of opportunities to experience wildlife. Punta del Madero Beach and Matapalo Beach have received high ratings in Costa Rica's Blue Flag Ecological Program for their efforts to protect the environment. Tamarindo Bay Brasilito Bay Culebra Bay Hermosa Beach Gulf of Papagayo Liberia Int'l Airport PACIFIC OCEAN Liberia • 1 12 11 4 6 5 10 7 8 9 2 Naranjo Beach Matapalo Beach Punta del Madero Beach Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park 3 N N N