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Resort Teeming with Wildlife on Forested Hilltop

The Falls Resort in Costa Rica is almost a natural zoo, a place where squirrel monkeys, lizards, and toucans live in the fruit trees that spread across its property. The resort’s tropical gardens contain nearly a thousand plant varieties, and you’ll see butterflies and hummingbirds buzzing around the many orchids and herbs. With its location on a balmy hilltop overlooking the jungles of Manuel Antonio National Park, The Falls Resort puts its guests in the midst of lush forests and picturesque waterfalls. A short distance away are the white-sand beaches along the Pacific Ocean, where dolphins and pods of migratory whales occasionally swim by. Such natural beauty is complemented by the resort’s comfortable vibe, highlighted by luxurious suites, a fusion-style restaurant, and a daily $20 bar credit.

Included in the deal is a half-day canopy tour, where you’ll use a harness and swing to fly between the treetops of inland mountains. Other activities offered through The Falls Resort include a visit to a rainforest spice plantation to sample the region’s cinnamon, vanilla, and cocoa and a guided hike through Manuel Antonio National Park that provides some background on the park and its plants and animals.

Aside from the eco-adventures, you can relax in the resort’s pool, unwind on the hammock that’s strung up outside each standard suite, or take in the scenery on the deluxe suite's covered porch. Inside the rooms, handmade laurel- and almond-wood doors and ceilings complement the natural surroundings. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the onsite Falls Garden Café, which specializes in Costa Rican seafood that the chef personally selects from local fisherman every morning.

Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica: Eco-Friendly Outdoor Adventures

Manuel Antonio lies on Costa Rica's west coast, framed by white-sand beaches and the biologically diverse ecosystem within Manuel Antonio National Park. Wildlife and verdant rainforest line the countryside here, so it's a popular place to explore the park’s natural habitats or go beachcombing. You can also take guided and independent tours through the rainforest foliage on an ATV, zipline, or caffeinated two-toed sloth. For a taste of Costa Rican nightlife, visit the nearby town of Quepos, which buzzes with live music. During the day, the town’s vendors sell local delicacies and handmade wares at the local market.

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