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America/Costa_Rica |
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UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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America/Tegucigalpa |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Playas del Coco is a popular coastal town on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica's Guanacaste province, about 30 minutes from the international airport in Liberia, making it a great gateway for travelers looking to explore the Caribbean. Its long, golden sandy beaches and clear blue waters are ideal for surfing, snorkeling and diving, and the neighborhood is rich in marine life, such as dolphins and sea turtles. The town has a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere with authentic Costa Rican food restaurants and a lively nightlife for family vacations and backpacker explorations. Close to protected natural areas such as Santa Rosa National Park, visitors can easily experience rainforest hiking and eco-tours, making it the perfect destination for a taste of Costa Rica's "pure life".
Mapulaca is a small, quiet town in the Valle department of western Honduras, about 120 kilometers southwest of the capital city of Tegucigalpa, in the transition zone between the volcanic belt of Central America and the lowlands of the Pacific coast. Surrounded by fertile arable land, this small, agriculturally based town is home to residents who grow corn, beans, and sugarcane, where the traditional farming culture lives on. Despite its small size, Maplaca is becoming a hidden destination for backpackers looking to explore the Honduran countryside, thanks to its simple people and untouched, untouched landscape. The surrounding savanna and scattered hilly landscapes provide natural delights for bird watching and hiking, and are one of the windows to experience Honduras' native culture.