Mountains, Beaches, Rainforests (Maryville)
May 2, 2008
Thursday and Friday, we were able to spend the days at the beach. This was personally my first time to ever see the Pacific Ocean, and it was definitely a blast!
Getting to our destination was nothing like what I would have expected. We had to travel through the mountains to get to the beach. Two of my favorite things to do! The view was breathtaking!
When we arrived, we went straight to the water after we ate lunch. For those of you who know me well, I am deathly afraid of the ocean. And yes, I did get in, and I am so glad I did. The waves were incredible.
On the Atlantic Coast or the Gulf, waves are either small or non-existent. Here they were so strong, you would get sucked under and flipped in 8 different directions. Even though it sounds kinda dangerous, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. It was an unforgettable time.
After one night on the beach, we were not willing to leave just yet. As hard as it is to believe, we, yes the senior class, woke up voluntarily at 7 in the morning to go to the beach before breakfast.
The beach trip was definitely too short. This was one of the most incredible beaches I have ever seen. The beach itself was surrounded by the rainforest. The resort we stayed at had absolutely everything you could think of. From putt-putt to indoor soccer to paths through the rainforest.
We didn’t get to do everything, but we definitely enjoyed ourselves! The one thing that did freak me out the most was the bugs and the wildlife. At home, if a bug falls in your hair, you at least know what it is. Here, you have know idea if it will kill you or not! I’m just kiddin.
The wildlife was definitely different than the US. The crabs were purple and orange, and there were iguanas as big as your leg every time you turned around. It was definitely a time I will never forget.
As this week comes to a close, I am far from ready to leave. My heart will remain in Costa Rica while my body and mind prepares for college. This trip has definitely been an eye opening experience for me, and I wouldn’t change it for anything…unless I could make it longer!
See you soon!
Laura
