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Out of Office: Costa Rica Adventure

C’mon, doesn’t this ^^^ look like a blast?!

We really like to travel here, especially on our own trips. Adventure-obsessed Ultimate Break staffer Rebecca (AKA Becca, AKA Beckster) just got back from our Costa Rica Adventure trip, and we’re dying to hear about it. We sat down with Becca to get the inside scoop on the food, culture, monkeys, and everything in between.

Name: Rebecca

Trip: Costa Rica Adventure

Tour Director: Gustavo

Best thing you ate: Arroz con pollo. They have it everywhere and it's so simple but really flavorful.

Favorite moment that happened on the bus: Our first night we were on our way home from the volcano, and we started blasting music on the bus. We were all doing karaoke, and one guy was twerking—it was crazy! Especially since we all had just met 6 hours ago, but we all clicked really fast.

Selfie sticks: genius or horrendous? Horrendous.

Favorite foreign phrase you learned: Pura vida! It means "pure life", but it can be a response to almost anything—it's basically whatever you want it to be!

Thing you were most surprised about: The monkeys! They were reckless and came super close to us on the beach. When we got in the water, they jumped on our stuff, went through our bags, and even stole a few peoples’ lunches!

Tips for traveling to Costa Rica: Bug spray!! Wear it. All. The. Time. Even when you’re in pants! Sunscreen is also important, and definitely bring a raincoat (you're in a rainforest...rain happens).

Three words to describe your trip: High-energy, insanely fun, eye-opening.

Where will you go next?: I'm going on the EF Ultimate Break Cuba Uncovered trip in June!

FEATURED TRIP

Costa Rica Adventure

10 days, 4 cities

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EF Ultimate Break Staff

EF Ultimate Break is the best way to travel for anyone 18–35. Our staff is made up of experts in world travel, and as a proud part of EF Education First, EF Ultimate Break draws on 55 years of expertise to create amazing travel experiences.

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