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Did you hear about Children’s Eternal Rainforest?

The Children’s Eternal Rainforest (Bosque Eterno de los Niños, in Spanish, or BEN) is the largest private reserve in Costa Rica, with an area of 22,500 hectares of protected tropical forest in the northwestern region of Costa Rica. The BEN borders the Arenal Volcano National Park, the higher elevations of Monteverde and Miramar, and the Alberto Manuel Brenes Reserve in San Ramon. It continues through the San Carlos zone, close to the populations of San Jorge, La Tiga, San Isidro de Peñas Blancas, Chachagua, and El Castillo.

The BEN exists thanks to the help of children and adults all over the world who have taken part in what is known as the Children’s Rainforest Movement. This fundraising campaign started in Sweden and the United States of America in 1987, and continued to expand around the world. At present, 44 different countries have contributed to the acquisition and protection of the territories of the BEN.

In addition, on the 18th of September, 2007 the BEN was declared part of the Peace and Water Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.

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Quieres saber más del Bosque Eterno de los Niños?

El Bosque Eterno de los Niños (BEN) es la reserva privada más grande del país con un área de 20.000 hectáreas de bosque tropical protegido en el noroeste de Costa Rica. El BEN bordea el Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal, la parte alta de Monteverde y Miramar, alcanza la Reserva Alberto Manuel Brenes en San Ramón. Continúa por la zona de San Carlos cerca de los poblados de San Jorge, La Tigra, San Isidro de Peñas Blancas, Chachagua y El Castillo.

El BEN existe gracias a la ayuda de niños, adultos, alrededor del mundo que han tomado parte en un movimiento conocido como Bosque Eterno de los Niños. Está campaña de recolección de fondos empezó en Suecia y en los Estados Unidos de Norteamérica en 1987, después se expandió alrededor del mundo. A la fecha, 44 países han contribuido para la adquisición y protección de las tierras del BEN.

Actualmente el BEN es parte de la Reserva de la Biosfera Agua y Paz y fue declarado así el 18 de septiembre, 2007 por la UNESCO.

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Arenal Geology and Geomorphology!

The park area consists of Quaternary volcanic rocks with lesser amounts of Tertiary volcanic rocks, recent. The main responsibility of the geological constitution of the park are the volcanic complex-Arenal Volcano Chato and the Lost Volcano complex.

For students of the geomorphology of the Arenal Volcano National Park is a huge laboratory, an area that is characterized by a varied topography, and deposits from areas fluviocoluviales flat to steep areas between 35% and 65%, which gives multiconforme relief. It highlights the deep valleys in the upper, unconsolidated materials and in many cases strongly weathered.

In the middle of rivers and Caño Agua Caliente Black fans will recognize fluviocoluviales material mainly composed of blocks to ashes. Climate Arenal Volcano National Park is influenced by precipitation patterns in the Atlantic and Pacific. microclimate caused by the building trade winds, bringing heavy local rainfall. between 3000 – 4500 mm, with an average temperature ranging from 16 to 24 Celsius.

Climate variations associated with the type of soil and altitude make the area of Arenal Volcano National Park has a variety of different altitudinal vegetation and vegetation, overhanging the bromeliad (Pitcairmia funkiae) endemic to the Arenal Volcano National Park.

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Arenal Volcano History:

Arenal Volcano was formerly known as Cerro Arenal, Pan de Azucar volcano Canaste, or Hill of the Guatusos, is an imposing and beautiful in an almost conical stratovolcano, located at 17km. northwest of La Fortuna, its area is 33km ².

Arenal its name from the fact that the lava flows to suffer dislocation physical-chemical effect, develop lithic and crystal sands that are deposited at the bottom of the cone on the plains of the channels, also contribute to pyroclastic flows.

Arenal cone before 1968 showed a thick cover and had a single crater at its summit, which had fumarolic activity. On July 29, 1968 the volcano became active eruption at 7:20 am, local time, with an explosion type pelean that formed the crater A, about 1000m.snm, this gave glowing avalanches reached blocks that two villages at the foot of the volcano, killing about 87 people.

The gas temperatures were so high that came to dehydrate and carbonize the vegetation from 29 to 31 July, three new craters were formed: the B 170m.snm some 1, the smallest and in 1974 the activity migrates to the crater 400m.snm C to 1, with intermediate size compared to the other two.

Has grown by collapse of its walls at the expense of the west wall of crater D which gradually coalesce to form a crater compound. The fourth and final D is the crater, located at the top and above others. Currently there are craters C and D. The emission of pyroclastic flows is the biggest risk associated with the Arenal, since the materials column collapses and falls with high temperatures and average speeds of 120 km / h destroying everything that his step.

The ash is carried away by the wind increased, mainly to the west and northwest. The larger, heavier materials such as blocks fall near the crater. The lava flows are observed constantly, leaving average temperatures of 1000 º C, lose as temperatures drop. When cooled, the building blocks of different sizes and leave a channel morphology.

The Arenal Volcano is the youngest of a group of volcanoes aligned, in which the activity has been migrating from South to North or the Hill The Lost, a complex and eroded volcano, Cerro Chato, a truncated cone with a lake inside the crater, and the Arenal. Separated by less than 3 km. This tight alignment of volcanoes may be the result of a fracture following a similar path and is associated with Quaternary volcanism in the area.

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Conoce más del Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal!

El Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal (PNVA) fue creado el 30 de setiembre de 1991.

Ésta área es de gran importancia para la conservación del régimen hídrico local, con lo que se garantiza el aporte constante de aguas al Embalse Arenal y a los asentamientos humanos cercanos. También considera la belleza escénica y la actividad volcánica, que son atractivos turísticos importantes para el desarrollo regional, la actividad económica y el aporte al sistema nacional de electrificación.

El PNVA se localiza en la región norte de Costa Rica, dentro del ACAHN y abarca una extensión de 12.080 ha. Se ubica entre el pie de monte de la Cordillera de Tilarán y las Llanuras de San Carlos y su altitud varía desde los 400 a los 1.755 m.s.n.m. Se caracteriza por el majestuoso Volcán Arenal, cuyo cono se levanta a tan solo 17 km al noroeste de La Fortuna. Desde 1968 ha estado en actividad permanente. El PNVA colinda al sur con la Zona Protectora Arenal-Monteverde del ACA-T y por el norte con la Reserva Forestal Emergencia Volcán Arenal.

Según la división política del territorio, el PNVA se ubica entre las provincias de Guanacaste y Alajuela. En la primera, se encuentra dentro del distrito Tronadora, cantón Tilarán, con 2.227,5 ha que representan el 18% del área total. De la provincia de Alajuela, tiene parte dentro del distrito La Fortuna, cantón de San Carlos, con una extensión de 6.535,2 ha, que equivale a más de la mitad del área protegida. Finalmente, del distrito Peñas Blancas, cantón de San Ramón, abarca 3.317,3 ha, que es el restante 27% del área.

Principales atractivos turísticos en el ASP

Indudablemente, el principal atractivo del Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal es el imponente macizo volcánico que, por sí mismo, tiene el potencial de movilizar visitación internacional a Costa Rica. Esto convierte a la zona de Arenal-La Fortuna en uno de los destinos de mayor visitación en el territorio nacional. Sin embargo, es posible identificar otros atractivos que, en conjunto, agregan valor al parque. Se incluyen los siguientes:

– Volcán Arenal
– Actividad volcánica
– Coladas de lava de 1968 y 1992
– Bosque tropical secundario y procesos de sucesión ecológica
– Ríos y quebradas (Agua Caliente, otros)
– Catarata La Fortuna
– Cerro Chato y laguna
– Fauna silvestre
– Aves
– Belleza escénica

Es importante señalar que, aunque se ubica fuera de los límites del área protegida, el Lago Arenal se percibe por muchos turistas como un componente integral de la oferta del Volcán Arenal. http://ow.ly/i/2O9YH

El Mes de Mamá, se disfruta con el calor del Arenal!

El día de la Madre, es quizás una de las fechas más importantes en nuestro calendario. En Volcano Lodge and Gardens, hemos decidido, poner a tu alcance unas vacaciones en lugar increíble, rodeado de naturaleza y con lo que Mamá y tú necesitan para un merecido descanso.

En este mes de Agosto, deja tus vacaciones en nuestras manos. Lámanos 2479 – 1717

What You Must See While Visiting Arenal in Costa Rica!!!

Costa Rica boasts such unique and diverse plants and animals throughout the country that there are tons of adventures to be had.

When planning your trip to the famous Arenal Volcano there are a couple of activities that you should be sure to check out.

1. Zip lining in Arenal is one of the best ways to see the view from atop the mountains. It’s cooler in Arenal so it’s an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon flying through the air at top speeds. This can give you a great view of the Volcano as well as a view of the lush green landscape below.

2. A horse tour is an awesome way to view the volcano. Perfect if you’re looking for more of an adventure then a work out. A great activity for families with children and even a romantic way to spend the day for couples. Great guides with tons of experience riding horses in this terrain.

3. Check out one of the many ecological educational sites near Arenal. A great place to experience nature up close, and learn about the plants and animals around Costa Rica. Also a cool way to get up close photos of some of the beautiful butterflies and frogs in the jungle.

4. Lake Arenal is another sight that you will be sure to see while you are driving to the town but you should definitely at least pull over to absorb the sights. There are some mellow hikes as well that take you to a look out point. An interesting story is that the city used to be located underneath the lake! As a man made dam there are still infrastructures underneath where the old city remains.

5. The hot springs are a must do activity. There are tons of options of Hot Springs at different prices, and even the untouched springs right off the highway. A great way to relax and enjoy your vacation.

6. Check out the Venado Caves while you’re in the La Fortuna area. A very fun and exciting adventure to experience another part of beautiful side of Costa Rica. Chock full of adventure that may not be the best experience for the claustrophobic.

7. Looking for the path a little less charted. Head to Cerro Chato, an incredibly strenuous hike just one mile up and one mile down. A tough trek for even the athletically inclined. A gorgeous view to enjoy and you will be feeling the pain from the hike for at least a couple of days. Can’t say we didn’t warn you.

8. Take an ATV tour through the jungle and river scenery of Arenal. Great tours that take you the La Fortuna Waterfall. Not the cheapest activity you will experience but definitely worth considering it if your looking for a fast paced tour through the jungle.

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VOLCANO LODGE AND GARDENS, GANA EL CERTIFICADO DE EXCELENCIA 2013 DE TRIPADVISOR

Galardonado como uno de los hoteles con mejor rendimiento de opiniones de los viajeros en el sitio de viajes más grande del mundo.

La Fortuna, Alajuela, Costa Rica – 31 de julio 2013 – Volcano Lodge & Gardens, anunció hoy que ha recibido un certificado de premio a la Excelencia de TripAdvisor ®. El galardón, que premia la excelencia en hospitalidad, sólo se concede a los establecimientos que consistentemente logran excelentes opiniones de viajeros en TripAdvisor. Sólo el 10 por ciento de las empresas con mejor desempeño, que aparecen en TripAdvisor, reciben este prestigioso premio.

Para calificar para un Certificado de excelencia, las empresas deben mantener una calificación general de cuatro o más, de un máximo de cinco, tal como fue revisado por los viajeros en TripAdvisor, y deben haber sido incluidas en TripAdvisor durante al menos 12 meses. Criterios adicionales incluyen el volumen de opiniones recibidas en los últimos 12 meses. http://ow.ly/i/2LLnw

VOLCANO LODGE AND GARDENS, EARNS 2013 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

Honored as a Top Performing Hotel as Reviewed by Travelers on the
World’s Largest Travel Site

La Fortuna, Alajuela, Costa Rica – July 31st, 2013 – Volcano Lodge & Gardens, today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Only the top-performing 10 percent of businesses listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

To qualify for a Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor, and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.
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TURISMO SOSTENIBLE

Son actividades turística, como la hotelería, respetuosas con el medio natural, cultural y social, y con los valores de una comunidad, que permite disfrutar de un positivo intercambio de experiencias entre residentes y visitantes, donde la relación entre el turista y la comunidad es justa y los beneficios de la actividad es repartida de forma equitativa, y donde los visitantes tienen una actitud verdaderamente participativa en su experiencia de viaje.

Conozca más de cómo ser un turista sostenible:

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