Loading Up and Getting There

What a DAY!!  I got all my gear packed up for the whole year into a paddle bag, a rolling duffel bag, and two carry-ons… which have all landed safely in Turrialba, Costa Rica – along with their owner. Whew.  I flew out of Atlanta and into Miami, then to San Jose.  I opted to take an overpriced taxi to Turrialba, 1.5 – 2 hours away, instead of trying to navigate the bus station with all my luggage and gear… good call.  Nice drive through a couple towns and coffee and sugar can plantations to land in this little town surrounded by mountains.  Going to the Paucare in the morning!  Pura Vida!

My first hostel room, Hotel Americano, Turrialba, CR

Packing

Whew - Departure date is July 27th... it's on. Getting all my gear together and developing creative packing techniques. Went to the Green a couple times to get my game face on.