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ExpoMA
2010
Sept 24-26, 2010, Historical American Zone, Quepos,
Costa Rica
Grupo Manuel Antonio - in collaboration with the Aguirre
municipality and the national tourism organizations ICT, ACOPROT,
CANATUR, Pro-IMAGEN & other national organizations of tourism
- are proud to introduce the 3rd edition of the international travel
show - Expo Manuel Antonio 2010.
Place
Historical
American Zone, Quepos, Costa Rica
Organized
By
The
Grupo Manuel Antonio in collaboration with local business, ICT, ACOPROT,
CANATUR, CCH, Pro-Imagen and with the support of the Municipalidad
de Aguirre and Camara de Comercio de Aguirre.
Benefits
The
promotion of the Pacific zone of Costa Rica, which includes the counties
of Garabito, Parrita, Aguirre, and Dominical y Los Santos region,
on an international level. Direct sales with exhibiting companies
participating at the trade show.
EXPO
Description
Trade
show providing the venue for negotiations between tourism operators
and national/international travel agents. Lunch, dinner and cocktails
for agents & guests. Property inspections, tours and attractions
of the area. Over 100 area companies exhibiting, including the national
and international press.
BECOME
A CERTIFIED COSTA RICA TRAVEL SPECIALIST
The Tocori Package - $275 REGISTER
HERE
Three day program with a selection of three star accommodations.
The Nauyaca Package - $375 REGISTER
HERE
Three day program with a selection of our and five star accommodations
plus luxury coast transfer from San Jose to Manuel Antonio.
To reserve your
place in the Costa Rica Specialist certification program or expo registration
call 561-200-0226 or email Lucia@DestinationsAny.com.
The Travel Agents Program includes:
Standard
$275, includes:
- Direct luxury bus from San José to Manuel Antonio, Friday
Sept. 24th. At 12:00 pm. And 4:30pm from Hotel Corobicí, San
José.
- Opening cocktail Friday Sept. 24th. 7p.m.
- 3 nights in Manuel Antonio: 1-3 Stars Hotel. Breakfast included.
- All transportation included*
- Lunch at the ExpoMA Saturday sept. 24th.
- Closure Cocktail Saturday Sept. 25th at 7:30pm
- Hotels and tours inpections on Sunday. Previous registration in
the BUYERS section. Lunch included.
- Manuel Antonio National Park Tour on Sunday at 1:30pm.
- Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio Seminarium in situm for agencies certification
by The Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
- Coffee Breaks.
- Tickets to Cultural Activity at COPAZA Theater. Group Sarangundí
from ASOMUFACQ presents "Quepos history in motion" Sunday
at 5pm.
- Transportation Direct luxury bus from Manuel Antonio – San
José on Monday Sept. 27th. 8:30am. And 12:30 pm.
Accommodation to chose from:
Hotel Byblos www.bybloshotelcostarica.com
Hotel California | www.hotel-california.com
Hotel Divisamar | www.divisamar.com
Hotel Espadilla | www.espadilla.com
Hotel GAIA & Reserve | www.gaiahr.com
Hotel Monterrey del Mar | www.montereydelmar.com
Hotel Karahe | www.karahe.com
Hotel La Isla | www.laislahotel.com
Deluxe $375, includes:
- Direct luxury bus from San José to Manuel Antonio, Friday
Sept. 24th. At 12:00 pm. And 4:30pm from Hotel Corobicí, San
José.
- Opening cocktail Friday Sept. 24th. 7p.m.
- 3 nights in Manuel Antonio: 3-5 Stars Hotel. Breakfast included.
- All transportation included*
* Lunch at the ExpoMA Saturday sept. 24th.
- Closure Cocktail Saturday Sept. 25th at 7:30pm
- Hotels and tours inpections on Sunday. Previous registration in
the BUYERS section. Lunch included.
- Manuel Antonio National Park Tour on Sunday at 1:30pm.
- Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio Seminarium in situm for agencies certification
by The Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
- Coffee Breaks.
- Tickets to Cultural Activity at COPAZA Theater. Group Sarangundí
from ASOMUFACQ presents "Quepos history in motion" Sunday
at 5pm.
- Transportation Direct luxury bus from Manuel Antonio – San
José on Monday Sept. 27th. 8:30am. And 12:30 pm.
Accommodation to chose from:
Hotel Costa Verde | www.costaverde.com
Hotel Villas Tranquilas | www.villastranquilas.com
Hotel Villas Lirio | www.casaroland.com
Condotel Las Cascadas | www.condotellascascadas.com
Condominios Los Altos | www.losaltosresort.com
Hotel Arenas del Mar | www.arenasdelmar.com
Hotel La Mariposa | www.lamariposa.com
Hotel Parado | rwww.hotelparador.com
Hotel La Foresta | www.laforestanatureresort.com
Hotel The Falls | www.fallsresortcr.com
Hotel Buena Vista Villa Tulemar | www.buenavistavillas.net
*Transportation
included according to ExpoMA schedule and availability. Restrictions
apply.
EXPO
SCHEDULE
Day
1- Sept 24
AFTERNOON: 2 pm departure by road from
San Jose to Manuel Antonio hotels for check inn.
NIGHT: 7.30 pm: Welcome cocktail.
Day 2 - Sept 25
8 am to 9 am: Breakfast and opening ceremony
9 am: Trade show open.
Negotiation section; national & international.
1.am to 2.30 pm: Lunch
2:30 pm to 5.30 pm: Trade Show Open followed
by Dinner
Day 3 - Sept 26
7:30 am to 9: am
9 am to 11.30 am: Certified Travel Specialist
Seminar
12:30 to 2 p Lunch and Certified Travel
Specialist Certificate, signed by Minister of Tourism of Costa Rica,
Mr. Carlos Benavides Jimenez.
2 pm: Tours & hotels iinspections
after lunch. FAM trips available - time to discover Manuel Antonio
National Park and their beautiful beaches.
7.30 pm: Farewell dinner
Day 4 - Sept 27
After
breakfast at your hotel you can take our
scheduled transfers to San Jose, AM and PM departures, or extend your
stay in Manuel Antonio or any other destination in Costa Rica. We
have many operators and local airlines sponsoring a variety of FAM
trips - schedules will be available July 15th.
PRE & POST FAM Trips
For your choice or choices of extended pe or post tours or accommodatio
you need to contact each individual provider after you register at
ExpoMa 2010
Safari
Mangrove Tours
ROGER
ARCE | safarimangrovetours@yahoo.com
Rancho
Los Tucanes
Manuel
Fallas | manuel@rancholostucanes.com
Iguana
Tours
Randall
Cruz | rcruz@iguanatours.com
Ocean
Unlimited
Jimmy
Campos | jimmycamposb@yahoo.com
Manuel
Antonio National Park
One
of Costa Rica’s most famous National Parks. Spectacular natural
beauty and peaceful atmosphere attract many visitors to the Manuel
Antonio National Park annually. Venture into exploring a different
world; explore a park that gathers numerous species of tropical butterflies,
birds, monkeys, snakes, sloths, orchids, etc.
Learn
about their life cycle, their special abilities and behaviors; enjoy
the guided walk inside one of the world’s finest national park.
Come and enjoy all the wonders you may discover in this marvelous
world that awaits you. Also don't forget your swimming suit to enjoy
the very beautiful natural beaches inside the Manuel Antonio National
Park
www.safarimangrovetours.com
www.iguanatours.com
www.rancholostucanes.com
MANGLAR BOTE - 30 agents
Don't
pass up the opportunity to see one of the most amazing and important
ecological systems of the planet at work right here at the Damas Island
Mangrove Tour. A bilingual guide will take you through the lush mangrove
in search of wild animals, birds and much more. You will experience
first hand the importance of such a unique ecological resource and
find out how these amazing forests contribute to the formation of
islands and coastline.
www.safarimangrovetours.com
www.iguanatours.com
www.rancholostucanes.com
MANGLAR
KAYAK - 25 agents
The
tour will happen in the mangrove eco system of Isla de Damas (Damas
Island). You will float under a lush canopy of rainforest, silently
watching a spectacular variety of birds, snakes, crocodiles, ant eaters,
and many groups of white face monkeys.
www.safarimangrovetours.com
www.iguanatours.com
www.rancholostucanes.com
HORSE BACK RIDING - 25 agents
Come and experience Costa Rica’s unique flora and fauna, it’s
rare medicinal herbs, it’s breathtaking landscapes, exotic and
savory Tico style treats, and a beautiful, highly-educated family
of guides and naturalists who will take you and your guests on a journey
in history and adventure on an unforgettable horseback expedition
– any time of year. All our tours include several hours of riding
through special trails with stunning vistas and scenery, and include
well-earned stops to savor and enjoy the tastes, flavors and multi-sensory
experiences of this beautiful land.
www.safarimangrovetours.com
www.iguanatours.com
www.rancholostucanes.com
ATV QUAD ADVENTURE - 25 agents
Experience the most unforgettable ATV adventure in Manuel Antonio!
With your professional, bilingual guides, drive through unpaved mountain
trails, giant palm plantations and rustic Costa Rican towns –
all nestled in the primary tropical rain forest. Indulge yourselves
in 2 breathtaking waterfalls by swimming in natural, crystal-clear
waters. And end your daring ATV journey with a delicious Tico-style
meal at our private Finca Anita surrounded by spectacular mountain
views, exquisite Costa Rican nature, great local food, and even better
friends.
www. fourtraxadventure.com
www.safarimangrovetours.com
www.iguanatours.com
www.rancholostucanes.com
Savegre River - 25 agents
Whitewater
Rafting
a journey of unsurpassed beauty, jungle vegetation, and exploding
whitewater. For
the adventuresome beginner and experienced rafter the class III rapids
will have you filled with adrenaline as you paddle hard over the waves.
World class whitewater rafting at only half an hour from the beach.
www.amigosdelrio.net
www.iguanatours.com
www.rancholostucanes.com
The Naranjo River - 25 agents
Class
III / IV half day challenge for more experienced paddlers. The Naranjo
River drops steeply from the coastal mountain range above Quepos through
a beautiful jungle gorge, and takes you on a wild ride to sea level
passing nearby farmlands and palm plantations. The river banks are
overgrown with jungle and the canyon walls meet the water at 90 degree
angles. The whitewater, jungle, canyon, and sky make for an unforgettable
day. For the advanced rafter, this is an exciting and refreshing ride
through the Naranjo Canyon. As well, if you are a first time paddler
who welcomes a challenge and is looking for the excitement of big
waves, hydraulics, and stunning scenery, then this whitewater rafting
trip is for you!
www.amigosdelrio.net
www.iguanatours.com
www.rancholostucanes.com
SAILS TOUR - 5 agents
Our
tour begins from when the shuttle service picks up our guests from
their hotel. Our vehicles, which are equipped with air conditioning,
transport our guests to the Quepos Wharf.
Waiting
at the wharf to receive the guests is the Head Guide, who will accompany
them throughout the journey. The Guide welcomes the clients aboard
and explains details about the trip, plus safety ground rules during
their stay in our sailboat.
The
captain directs the vessel for the surrounding coast, while the guides
are responsible for ensuring a pleasant stay, providing clients with
information about the route or aquatic life and answering questions.
During
the tour, visitors have the opportunity to see dolphins, stingrays,
sea turtles and migrating whales.
www.sunsetsails.com
CANNOPY TOUR - 25 agents
The
Canopy will take you to heaven of the Jungle, a lush landscapes and
grandiose, primary and secondary forests, rivers, waterfalls and cataracts
make the CANOPY some of the most beautiful of Costa Rica. Our guides
are bilingual and have extensive experience in adventure sports, a
great knowledge of the area and all certified by the ICT
www.laselvita.com
www.canopysafari.com
www.titicanopytour.com
ATV AND CANOPY ADVENTURE EXPEDITION - 15 agents
New
and exciting experiences are waiting for you, because “EXPEDITION
and ADVENTURE " means go across Rio Paquita, swing through the
forest Canopy, explorer rainforest tracks and Waterfalls were you
will go for a swim into savage waters..You will feel the jungle expedition
spirit.
www.laselvita.com
HIKING TOUR - 16 agents
The
Nature Park, Biological Reserve and the Biosphere THE SELVITA invite
you to live an experience that will always remember... “Free
wild Live"
The
duration of the tour will be approximately 4 hours where he'll enjoy
the natural wealth and biodiversity of Costa Rica.
The
trails have been treated with extreme care in the conservation of
flora and fauna, elapse between giant trees, and incredible centenarians
liana, have been built bamboo bridges and gazebos, where rivers, mountains,
valleys, waterfalls will be a great Wildlife watching experience.
It
is a unique tour, where tourists can enjoy the scenery of tropical
rain forest, birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians without forgetting
that Costa Rica is the world's largest reserve.
www.laselvita.com
SCUBA DIVING - 4 agents
If
you like adventure and want to experience something different then
Manuel Antonio are the place for you. The warm waters, the relaxed
atmosphere and the friendly people will give you an experience that
you will never forget!
Life
moves at a relaxed pace in Costa Rica. We have a variety of different
dive sites and most locations are limited to one boat. You will never
experience the feeling that there are more divers than fish!
www.oceanunlimited.com
JET SKI TOURS - 4 agents
Experience
Manuel Antonio from a whole different perspective. Feel the adrenaline
flow in your body, search for exotic marine life and enjoy the beautiful
sights of one of Costa Rica's most beautiful coastlines. With Jungle
Coast Jets Wave Runner Tours you will enjoy a unique 2 hour excursion
on fast, easy to use, new Yamaha and Honda wave runners that will
let you take pleasure in the sights around Manuel Antonio National
Park.
www.junglecoastjets.com
Fincas Naturales Wildlife Refuge - 5 agents
IS
a 25 acre private wildlife refuge and nature exhibits with 1500 meters
(4500 feet) of trails, designed for all ages, located next to Si Como
No Resort and Spa. The refuge is currently researching and developing
nature exhibits to help protect and reproduce local species in danger
of extinction, including orchids, bromeliads, and some amphibians.
The refuge has developed three exhibits including the Butterfly Botanical
Gardens, an impressive Aquatic Garden, and the new Crocodile Lagoon
exhibit.
www.wildliferefugecr.com
RAIN FOREST AERIAL TRAM - 16 agents
Created
to raise the world's consciousness of the importance of the tropical
rainforests, the Pacific Rain Forest Aerial Tram allows guests to
discover the hidden secrets and hanging gardens of the Transitional
Tropical Rainforest from an awe-inspiring perspective.
The
Pacific Rain Forest Aerial Tram is an eco-tourism project with 222
acres (90 hectares) of rainforest, showcasing small waterfalls and
scenic views of the Pacific Coast.
www.rainforestrams.com
SPORT FISHNG TOUR IN SHORE - 5 agents
The
Pacific Ocean provides Costa Rica with consistently exciting fishing.
The fish that live in these waters are Sailfish, Marlin, Yellowfin
Tuna, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Mackerel, Dorado, and Red Snapper. It is
the Billfishing that has made the area famous, with Sailfish being
the most abundant.
www.bluefinsportfishing.com
ACCOMMODATIONS / HOTEL INSPECCTIONS
Tulemar Bungalow & Villas
www.buenavistaluxuryvillas.com
Kleber
Cruz General Manager
Phone:
866-569-6241 (Toll Free US)
(506) 2777 0580/ 2777 1579
reservations@buenavistavillas.net
kleber420@gmail.com
Hotel Byblos
www.bybloshotelcostarica.com
Ronaldo
Barsallo General Manager
Phone:
(506) 2777-0411
Fax: (506) 2777-0009
Toll Free: 1-888-929-2567 1-888-929-2567
info@bybloshotelcostarica.com
Hotel
California
www.hotel-california.com
Alonso
Madrigal General Manager
Phone:
(506) 2777 1234
Toll
free: 1 866-360-3105
info@hotel-california.com
Hotel Divisamar
www.divisamar.com
Erick
Asch General Manager
Erick@divisamar.com
Phone
(506) 2777 0371
Toll
Free: USA & Canada 1-888-DIVISA8
Hotel Playa Espadilla
www.espadilla.com
Gabriela
Vilchez General Manager
(506)
2777-0903
info@espadilla.com
Hotel GAIA & Reserve
www.gaiahr.com
Diego
Fallas General Manager
diegof@gaiahr.com
Phone
(506) 2777 9797
1-800-226-2515
Hotel Monterey Del Mar
www.montereydelmar.com
Daniel
Viquez General Manager
506-27788787
info@montereydelmar.com
manager@montereydelmar.com
montereydelmar@gmail.com
Hotel Karahe
www.karahe.com
Cecilia
Guevara de Lutz General Manager
(506)
2777-0170
reservations@karahe.com
Hotel La Isla
www.laislahotel.com
Sally
Delgado General Manager
(506)
2779-9016
info@laislahotel.com
Hotel Arenas del Mar
www.arenasdelmar.com
Fabián
Palma General Manager
manager@arenasdelmar.com
Tel
011-506-2777-2777 (direct dial from US & Canada)
Fax for Reservations 011-506-2777-6281
info@arenasdelmar.com
Hotel Mariposa
Manfred
Arias
In
USA & Canada call our toll free: 1 - 800 - 572 6440 · US
USA Fax: 305 675 0614·
info@hotelmariposa.com
Tel :( 506) 2777 0355 or (506)2 777 0456 - Fax: (506)2 777 0050
Hotel
Parador
www.parador.com
Diego
Gonzales General Manager
dgonzalez@hotelparador.com
Toll
free from U.S.A. & Canada
1-877-506-14-14 1-877-506-14-14
Direct
dial from US - Canada
Reservations:
Tel: (011-506) 2777-1414
Fax: (011-506) 2777-1437
Sales and Marketing Offices:
Tel: (011-506) 2221-2658
Fax: (011-506) 2233-3468
Hotel The Falls
www.fallsresortcr.com
Sara
Gómez General manager
info@fallsresortcr.com
Phone
numbers
(506)
2777-1332 // 2777-1115
Toll
free 888- 655-6776 // 720-227-9141
Hotel La Foresta Nature Resort
www.laforestanatureresort.com
Pillar
Antillon
pilarantillon@bestmercadeo.com
Phone
numbers
(506)
2777-1646//2777 1575
Toll
Free: 888-655-6776
Hotel Villas Lirio
www.casaroland.com
Jose
Pablo Siles General Manager
gerencia@casarolandmanuelantonio.com
Casa
Roland Manuel Antonio reservations@casarolandmanuelantonio.com
Phone:
(506) 2777-5292 (506) 2777-5292| 2777-1182
Hotel Los Altos Beach Resort and Spa
www.losaltosresort.com
Cristian
Gonzales General Manager
cgonzalez@losaltosresort.com
info@LosAltosResort.com
reservations@LosAltosResort.com
Phone numbers
Tel:
Costa Rica • (506) 2777-8888 (506) 2777-8888
Toll
Free USA • 800-941-0705
Portasol Homes & Lots
www.portasol.net
Guillermo
Piedra General Manager
guillermo@portasol.net
info@portasol.net
Phone
numbers (506) 2278-1257// 2787-5018
Hotel Lapalapa
Portalón,
Costa Rica
(506) 2787-5050 | Fax: (506) 2787-5112
info@lapalapahotel.com
Reservations
|
reservations@lapalapahotel.com
Hotel Casitas Eclipse
www.casitaseclipse.org
Fanny
Sterner General Manager
Tel:
(506) 2777-0408
Fax: (506) 2777-1738
eclipseh@racsa.co.cr
Osa Club Resort
www.osaresortclub.com
Lilia
Gallardo
(506)
2282-0177 // 2282-3672
limaganu@hotmail.com
Hotel Costa Verde
www.costaverde.com
Miguel
López General Manager
(506)
2777-0187
info@costaverde.com
________________________________________________________________
Costa
Rica Re-Discovery Tours
Day 1 - Meet and greet at airport (we suggest everyone
arrive at
the Liberia airport - 1.5 hours to the Tamarindo area), but if it
is your choice to arrive at the San Jose airport (please note that
the San Jose transfer can take up to 5 hours each way).
Our transfer to Hacienda Pinilla - Tamarindo area will depart San
Jose at 3pm, from Liberia at 2pm. If you arrival is after that time,
a private transfer will be arranged and an extra charge will be applied.
Arrival at La Posada Hotel - Superior accommodations. Welcome cocktail
and dinner.
Day 2 - Continental Breakfast. Relax and enjoy the
complex facilities, beach, golf,
tennis, spa, etc (treatments and activities not included).
Lunch, Property inspection, Cocktails.
Day 3 - Continental Breakfast. Seminar presentation
presented by Hacienda Pinilla,
sponsored by banks, title companies & attornies.
Lunch, Afternoon free to enjoy the complex facilities, beach, golf,
tennis, spa, etc (treatments and activities not included).
Day
4 - Continental Breakfast. Day trip to the Rincon de La Vieja
National Park and
Volcano where you will enjoy nature and the beauties that surround
the Rincon de La Vieja Park. It's a world full of adventure and adrenaline
complemented with the
tranquility of thermal waters, saunas and baths of volcanics mud in
a primary forest located on the slopes of a volcano. Spectacular sunsets
can be enjoyed with magnificent views of the Pacific ocean. The tour
includes a canopy adventure tour, hot water springs, mud baths, horseback
riding, natural sauna, water slide and a
typical lunch.
Overnight at La Posada Hotel.
Day
5 - Continental Breakfast. Departure to Monteverde Cloud
Forest Experience -
chosen as one of the Seven Wonders of Costa Rica, this Tropical Cloud
Forest it has one of the best worldwide ecosystems, supporting a 20%
of the world's plants
diversity and 16% of vertebrates in only 4% of the Earth surface.
Home of 100 species of mammals, over 400 species of birds and 120
amphibians and reptiles as well
of 3,000 of variety of plans the largest orchids diversity in the
World with over 500 species. Trip includes entrance to the park and
lunch.
Overnight at La Posada Hotel.
Day 6 - Breakfast and Transfer - Transfers will depart
to San Jose at 7.00a - If your flight departs before 3pm, you may
want to consider adding an extra night in San Jose for a next day
departure, or can you return a day prior for an additional charge.
Transfer to Liberia airport at 7am.
Optional - extend your stay at this location or at many of our extended
options in Costa Rica.
With
our Discovery tours, you will meet with professionals that will guide
you and your clients through a selection of Costa Rica locations for
retirement, relocation and or second home buying. Here are some of
the topics of the presentation:
* The residency options and how to obtain your residency if moving
to Costa Rica
* The quality and type of health care
* How to buy property with no hassles while protecting your hard-earned
income
* What to expect to build your dream home and the cost
* How to set up a corporation for your property or business
* Receiving your social security or pension checks in Costa Rica
* Locating rental properties and return of investment
* Finding qualified attorneys for all your needs
* Title company and secure clear titles
* Moving companies/shipping goods to Costa Rica
* How to open a bank account
* Assessing climate considerations in deciding where to live
* Buying a car, cost and legal requirements
* Getting insurance – Health, Auto, Home
* Obtaining a Costa Rican driver's license
* Setting up utilities, cell phones, Internet access
* Paying bills in person and on-line
* Where to find the best shops - household furnishings, groceries,
clothing and more
* Options for plastic surgery
* Where to rent cars and getting the best deal
* Sending and receiving mail
* Best way to learn Spanish
The Hacienda Pinilla Complex includes: Hotels, condos, villas, estate
homes, golf courses, beaches, tennis courts and much more.
Price per person: $985 per person, based on double occupancy.
Single occupancy available upon request (invite family and friends
for a great getaway to Costa Rica).
Book by July 31 on any of the
set departures and receive a 5% discount - 4% commission - limited
time Jaunuary 2011! Regular comission from the builder is 2.5%
REGISTER
HERE