Accommodations

WIND STAR
Board the Wind Star, a motorized sailing yacht that combines state-of-the-art cruising with the nostalgia of tall-ship maritime exploration. Limited to just 148 passengers, this sleek vessel offers its guests the exclusive ambience of a private yacht. As the ship glides out to sea, billowing white sails stretch skyward on four masts in just two minutes after the push of a button. Life on board is a daily indulgence. Amid the warmth of teak decking and eclectic artwork, an attentive crew and staff are at your service for every need or wish. Dine on exceptional cuisine in the restaurant that offers both light and vegetarian entrees and an extensive wine list. Relax in the Yacht Club, the Terrace Bar or the library stocked with international newspapers, books and games, and a selection of more than 500 DVDs and CDs. Treat yourself to a full array of spa treatments, and consultative, health and fitness programs in the nearly 10,000-square-foot WindSpa. In your stateroom, you’ll be cradled in comfort. Each one showcases an ocean view and is appointed in tasteful fabrics and rich wood finishes. Amenities include a sitting area, new LCD flatscreen TV, DVD and CD player, iPod Nanos and Bose SoundDocks systems, safe, minibar and refrigerator, international direct-dial telephones, bathroom with luxurious pampering toiletries, hair dryer, plush terry cloth robes, and an abundance of closet space.

REAL INTERCONTINENTAL
Located in the exclusive suburb of Escazú, the Real InterContinental is surrounded by vibrant tropical gardens. Its amenities include a business center, salon, fitness center, spa, swimming pool
and shops. In addition, the hotel has a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine. Each luxurious guest room features a minibar, satellite television, safe and a hair dryer.

HOTEL ARENAL SPRINGS RESORT
Located in the heart of Arenal National Park, the Hotel Arenal Springs Resort overlooks the scenic volcano and is surrounded by peaceful gardens. Its many amenities include a spa, outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant serving a wide range of sumptuous dishes. The beautifully decorated guest rooms each offer a hair dryer, color cable television, private terrace and a minibar.

Costa Rica - Wind Star                                          
February 9 - 19, 2010   

                                   
 
Begin your Costa Rican journey with one night in cosmopolitan San José, then experience the simple beauty of one of the country’s cloud forests en route to Arenal National Park. Dominated by the majestic Arenal Volcano, the park is home to colorful parrots and quetzals. After spending two days exploring this paradise, travel to Caldera and embark the elegant Wind Star for a seven-night cruise of Costa Rica’s many treasures. Set sail for San Juan del Sur, an idyllic fishing village in Nicaragua and your gateway to lovely Masaya Volcano National Park. Return to Costa Rica at beautiful Playa del Coco, then continue to Quepos, the perfect base for exploring the verdant rain forest of Manuel Antonio National Park; Bahia Drake, with its trails leading to Corcovado National Park; the stunning forest in the Curu Game Reserve; and the sun-drenched shores of Tortuga Island.