"What a place to be...." Jacó by Matt420

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Root Face - Jacó
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4 days in Jaco

I was only able to spend 4 days in Jaco which was way to short! The time it takes to slow yourself down to the pace of this surfers village is at least a week. Everything seems to move at a little slower pace.

It only took about 15 minutes of watching the experienced surfers catching waves to make me want to give it a try. After about 20 minutes with an instructor, I was hooked! The waves in Jaco are a little smaller then in Playa Hermosa but are great for learning.

The night life was pretty good. There are casinos in Jaco, but since we didn't visit any I don't have a lot to say about them. If you looking for a varity of bars, you shouldn't have any trouble, and every night is ladies night somewhere.

This picture was taken in front of the Colonial Restraunt (I believe) and it is acutally a tree root turned upside down.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Surfing, sight seeing and shopping
  • Cons:Petty theft - don't leave anything unattended
  • In a nutshell:Just another day in paradise
  • Last visit to Jacó: Jul 2003
  • Intro Written Jul 31, 2003
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GOOOAAAAALLLLL - Jacó Join in the game Local Customs (1)

Soccer is the biggest sport in Costa Rica. If you see an open field, look around and I'm sure you will see a couple of... more travel advice

Main Street Jaco - Jacó Prices are set..... Shopping (1)

The majority of the shops in Jaco are geared towards the tourist and they sell just about the same stuff. We tried to... more travel advice

2nd floor Backyard Hotel - Jacó Beach View as seen on a postcard Hotels (1)

Located in Playa Hermosa is the Backyard Hotel. Great place to just relax by the beach or hang out with the surfers in... more travel advice

Night life in the Jungle Nightlife (1)

There are a couple of bars/nightclubs to be aware of. The Beetle Bar - known for prostitution (but it's a fun... more travel advice

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    Nov 1, 2008 at 9:27 AM

    A nice place to eat and drink is the Claritas on the beach she also has a small Hotel also

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