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{{otheruses|Puerto Viejo}}
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'''Puerto Viejo de Talamanca''' is a small coastal town in [[Caribbean Costa Rica]] in the province of Limón. It is popular with surfers and backpackers. This is an area where foreigners are buying and building. There are two gorgeous National Parks nearby - Cahuita and Manzanillo, and it rains more than on the Pacific side, which is why it is so lush and green with the rainforest coming down to the sea.
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'''Puerto Viejo de Talamanca''' is a small coastal town in [[Caribbean Costa Rica]] in the province of Limón. It is popular with surfers and backpackers. This is an area where foreigners are buying and building. There are two gorgeous National Parks nearby - Cahuita and Manzanillo, and it rains more than on the Pacific side, which is why it is so lush and green with the rainforest coming down to the sea.
Clear water, coconut palms, great surf and a laid-back Caribbean atmosphere make Puerto Viejo a favorite among travelers. Located on the Caribbean Coast, about an hour south of Limon, Puerto Viejo is the center of activity between the smaller villages of Cahuita and Manzanillo. The relaxed, seaside town is framed by jungle, turquoise seas, banana plantations and scenic rivers.
Clear water, coconut palms, great surf and a laid-back Caribbean atmosphere make Puerto Viejo a favorite among travelers. Located on the Caribbean Coast, about an hour south of Limon, Puerto Viejo is the center of activity between the smaller villages of Cahuita and Manzanillo. The relaxed, seaside town is framed by jungle, turquoise seas, banana plantations and scenic rivers.
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Before the Spanish arrival, the Bribri, Kekoldi and Cabecar indigenous peoples were the primary inhabitants of Costa Rica’s southern Caribbean. Later, Afro-Caribbean immigrants arrived, many from Jamaica, and settled in the coastal towns of Puerto Viejo, Punta Uva, Manzanillo and Monkey Point. Because of their influence, many Puerto Viejo natives today speak English as their first language.
Before the Spanish arrival, the Bribri, Kekoldi and Cabecar indigenous peoples were the primary inhabitants of Costa Rica’s southern Caribbean. Later, Afro-Caribbean immigrants arrived, many from Jamaica, and settled in the coastal towns of Puerto Viejo, Punta Uva, Manzanillo and Monkey Point. Because of their influence, many Puerto Viejo natives today speak English as their first language.
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Until the late 1970’s, Puerto Viejo was relatively isolated from the rest of Costa Rica. In 1979, a new road connected the small village to San Jose and the Central Valley. In 1986, electricity arrived, supplying light and other important conveniences to the town. Private phone lines became available in 1996, and high-speed internet was offered in 2006. Today, Puerto Viejo is as modern as any beach town, though it still retains its original charm.
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Until the late 1970s, Puerto Viejo was relatively isolated from the rest of Costa Rica. In 1979, a new road connected the small village to San Jose and the Central Valley. In 1986, electricity arrived, supplying light and other important conveniences to the town. Private phone lines became available in 1996, and high-speed internet was offered in 2006. Today, Puerto Viejo is as modern as any beach town, though it still retains its original charm.
==Get in==
==Get in==
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The local bus leaves 4-5 times a day direct from San Carlos Station in [[San José (Costa Rica)|San José]]. Last bus leaves at 4PM and all buses are direct with one pit stop outside of Limon. The ride is approx 4 hours. Make sure you get on the bus to Puerto Viejo ''de Talamanca'', not ''de Sarapiquí'' which is a different part of the country.
The local bus leaves 4-5 times a day direct from San Carlos Station in [[San José (Costa Rica)|San José]]. Last bus leaves at 4PM and all buses are direct with one pit stop outside of Limon. The ride is approx 4 hours. Make sure you get on the bus to Puerto Viejo ''de Talamanca'', not ''de Sarapiquí'' which is a different part of the country.
If you want to save a few colones, you can take local bus from Caribe station to Limón and transfer to Puerto Viejo bus. This is what many locals do.
If you want to save a few colones, you can take local bus from Caribe station to Limón and transfer to Puerto Viejo bus. This is what many locals do.
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There are also tourist buses that will pick you up at your hotel and drop you off where you want. The most popular one is '''Easy Ride Shuttle Services''' they run daily from San Jose hotels to Puerto Viejo at 06.00 am, 10.30 am adn 3.30 pm returning daily at 06.00 am, 10.30 am and 3.30 pm rate is $45 one way per person. add $10 from or to SJO Airport There is also Grayline.
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There are also tourist buses that will pick you up at your hotel and drop you off where you want. The most popular one is '''Easy Ride Shuttle Services''' they run daily from San Jose hotels to Puerto Viejo at 06.00 am, 10:30AM adn 3:30PM returning daily at 06.00 am, 10:30AM and 3:30PM rate is $45 one way per person. add $10 from or to SJO Airport There is also Grayline.
Driving here is also popular, but roads can be bad as at certain times of the year, the pot holes can get obnoxious. However, you really don't need a car when you are here. Most people rent bicycles and scooters. The roads may not be all paved, but they are flat as they all follow beach line.
Driving here is also popular, but roads can be bad as at certain times of the year, the pot holes can get obnoxious. However, you really don't need a car when you are here. Most people rent bicycles and scooters. The roads may not be all paved, but they are flat as they all follow beach line.
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| name=Delroy's Tours | url=http://veronicasplacepv.com/activities.php | email=veronicasplace@gmail.com
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| address=Inquire at Veronica's Place | lat= | long= | directions=
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| address=Inquire at Veronica's Pl | lat= | long= | directions=
| phone=(506) 2750 0263 or (506) 8810 1369 or (506) 8918 3238 | tollfree= | fax=
| phone=(506) 2750 0263 or (506) 8810 1369 or (506) 8918 3238 | tollfree= | fax=
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==Buy==
==Buy==
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| address= | lat= | long= | directions=50 mts. sur Cafe Viejo
| address= | lat= | long= | directions=50 mts. sur Cafe Viejo
| phone=(506)2750 0394 | tollfree= | fax=
| phone=(506)2750 0394 | tollfree= | fax=
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| content=Luluberlu sale local designer & exclusive collection of clothing, lamps, mirror, plate, mosaic, furniture, painting, jewellery and souvenir made by local artist
| content=Luluberlu sale local designer & exclusive collection of clothing, lamps, mirror, plate, mosaic, furniture, painting, jewellery and souvenir made by local artist
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==Eat==
==Eat==
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* '''Chili Rojo''', British run Thai fusion cuisine. Sushi night every Monday: all you can eat sushi for only 6,000 colones. Located on the top floor of the shopping center on the main street, across from A.T.E.C. Great views from the balcony bar.
* '''Chili Rojo''', British run Thai fusion cuisine. Sushi night every Monday: all you can eat sushi for only 6,000 colones. Located on the top floor of the shopping center on the main street, across from A.T.E.C. Great views from the balcony bar.
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* '''De Paso''', Argentinian-run restaurant on the wooded path to Cocles, just 20 meters from the beach. Excellent tacos and daily seafood specials. They are well known for their baked goods.
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* '''De Paso''', Argentinian-run restaurant on the wooded path to Cocles, just 20 meters from the beach. Excellent tacos and daily seafood specials. They are well known for their baked goods.
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* '''Pan Pay''', Right on the beach front. Good Bakery. breakfast, excellent coffee, decent prices. Run by two guys from Spain. A very popular spot in the morning.
* '''Pan Pay''', Right on the beach front. Good Bakery. breakfast, excellent coffee, decent prices. Run by two guys from Spain. A very popular spot in the morning.
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| address=100m from the bus stop | lat=9.65535 | long=-82.75473 | directions=Puerto Viejo Centro
| address=100m from the bus stop | lat=9.65535 | long=-82.75473 | directions=Puerto Viejo Centro
| phone=+506 27500636 | tollfree= | fax=
| phone=+506 27500636 | tollfree= | fax=
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| content=A unique place for tasty French crepes (savory or sweet), salads, waffles, fruit juices, coffee.
| content=A unique place for tasty French crepes (savory or sweet), salads, waffles, fruit juices, coffee.
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| phone=(506) 2750-0369 | tollfree= | fax=
| phone=(506) 2750-0369 | tollfree= | fax=
| hours= | price=from USD$9.00
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| checkin=Anytime before 9pm | checkout=11am
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| checkin=Anytime before 9PM | checkout=11AM
| content=In a quiet neighbourhood, one block south of the bus station, near the stores and 50 meters from the beach (Playa Negra). It´s a small hostel in a wooden house with 2 floors and an indoor terrace. The rooms are brightly coloured, clean and safe. They comfortably sleep one to three people and have ceiling fans and mosquito-nets. All the beds have orthopaedic mattresses. The bathrooms have hot showers. Use of kitchen and free WIFI available.
| content=In a quiet neighbourhood, one block south of the bus station, near the stores and 50 meters from the beach (Playa Negra). It´s a small hostel in a wooden house with 2 floors and an indoor terrace. The rooms are brightly coloured, clean and safe. They comfortably sleep one to three people and have ceiling fans and mosquito-nets. All the beds have orthopaedic mattresses. The bathrooms have hot showers. Use of kitchen and free WIFI available.
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| name=Geckoes Lodge | url=http://geckoeslodge.com/ | email=
| name=Geckoes Lodge | url=http://geckoeslodge.com/ | email=
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| address=Margarita Road | lat= | long= | directions=Cocles (Puerto Viejo), a few minutes' drive from beaches
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| address=Margarita Rd | lat= | long= | directions=Cocles (Puerto Viejo), a few minutes' drive from beaches
| phone=+50627500908 | tollfree= | fax=
| phone=+50627500908 | tollfree= | fax=
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| hours= | price=$50.00 a night $250.00 a week(internet Special)
| hours= | price=$50.00 a night $250.00 a week(internet Special)
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| content=Be My Guest cabinas offers four studio apartments that come with 1 or 2 queen size bed, full bath, and a mini kitchen. The kitchen has a hot plate, toaster oven, coffee maker, refrigerator, and all the basic cooking utensils. Also provided: cable tv, hot water, air conditioning (2 studios only), and wi-fi internet.
| content=Be My Guest cabinas offers four studio apartments that come with 1 or 2 queen size bed, full bath, and a mini kitchen. The kitchen has a hot plate, toaster oven, coffee maker, refrigerator, and all the basic cooking utensils. Also provided: cable tv, hot water, air conditioning (2 studios only), and wi-fi internet.
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