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  "title": "9 Nights in Nosara: The Ultimate Bachelorette Trip",
  "description": "Your personalized Nosara bachelorette itinerary with surf, spa, catamaran, yoga, nightlife, and group celebrations.",
  "destination": "Nosara",
  "duration": "9 days",
  "tripType": [
    "Bachelorette Party",
    "Adventure Tourism",
    "Surf Tourism",
    "Wellness Tourism",
    "Group Travel"
  ],
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  "dayCount": 10,
  "days": [
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 1 · Feb 19 (Thu)",
      "neighborhoods": "Arrival · Playa Pelada",
      "title": "Arrive & Welcome Dinner on the Cliffs 🥂",
      "description": "The bride squad lands in paradise! Settle into your villa, pop the first champagne, and kick off the celebration with a legendary sunset dinner.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "☀️ Midday — Arrival",
          "name": "Land at Liberia & Drive to Nosara",
          "description": "Fly into Liberia (LIR) — it's a scenic 2.5-hour drive south through the Nicoya Peninsula. Pick up your 4x4 rentals at the airport. The drive is gorgeous: rolling green hills, roadside fruit stands, howler monkeys in the trees. Once in Nosara, check into your villa, unpack, hit the pool, and pop the first bottle of bubbly. The trip has officially begun! 🍾"
        },
        {
          "time": "🌅 Late Afternoon — Beach Dip",
          "name": "First Swim at Playa Guiones",
          "description": "Drop your bags and head straight for the beach. Playa Guiones is a 7km stretch of white sand with warm, swimmable waves. Wade in, take the first group photo (matching swimsuits!), and let the vacation energy fully sink in. The water is 27°C — absolute bathtub vibes."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — Welcome Dinner",
          "name": "La Luna Bar & Grill — Sunset Cliffside Dinner",
          "description": "Night one sets the tone, and La Luna is THE move. This cliffside restaurant perched over Playa Pelada has the most jaw-dropping sunset views in Nosara. Order rounds of guaro sours (Costa Rica's national spirit), fresh ceviche, grilled mahi-mahi, and raise a toast to the bride. Get there by 4:30pm for the prime cliffside tables — by 5pm they're gone. The sky turns electric pink and orange, everyone puts their phones down (after the photos), and the trip energy locks in."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 2 · Feb 20 (Fri)",
      "neighborhoods": "Playa Guiones · Guiones Village",
      "title": "Surf Day — The Whole Squad Catches Waves 🏄‍♀️",
      "description": "The iconic bachelorette activity: everyone learns to surf together. Shared wipeouts, shared stoke, and the most epic group photos you'll ever take.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "🌅 Morning — Fuel Up",
          "name": "Breakfast at 10Pies Bakery",
          "description": "Start with the best pastries in town. This French-owned bakery does unreal croissants, pain au chocolat, and cinnamon rolls (they sell out by 9am — go early!). Grab rounds of cold brew and fresh smoothies for the crew. Perfect carb-loading before surf."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Mid-Morning — Surf Lesson",
          "name": "Group Surf Lesson at Playa Guiones",
          "description": "Book a group lesson with Safari Surf School or Del Mar Surf & Escape — they handle bachelorette groups regularly and will make it festive. Guiones is the best learn-to-surf beach in Central America: consistent 3–5 foot waves, sandy bottom (soft wipeouts!), and a 7km beach so everyone gets space. The shared experience of catching your first wave — or watching the bride eat it spectacularly — is pure gold. Book the 9am slot to beat the afternoon wind."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Afternoon — Post-Surf Recovery",
          "name": "Lunch & Beach Time at Organico",
          "description": "Reconvene at Organico, Nosara's organic market and café. Huge communal tables, incredible Buddha bowls, fresh juices, and the best smoothies you've ever had. The \"Green Machine\" with spirulina is chef's kiss. Browse the shop for local chocolate and kombucha. Then hit Playa Guiones for a lazy afternoon — bodysurf, nap in the sand, take matching bikini photos at golden hour."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — Celebratory Dinner",
          "name": "Il Basilico — Italian in the Jungle",
          "description": "Tonight's the first splurge dinner. Il Basilico is an open-air Italian restaurant tucked in the jungle with fairy lights and candles everywhere — incredibly romantic and celebratory. Handmade pasta, fresh tuna tartare, lobster linguine. The gnocchi with gorgonzola is legendary. Reserve a big table well in advance — this is Nosara's best dinner spot and fills up in February."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 3 · Feb 21 (Sat)",
      "neighborhoods": "Villa · Guiones Wellness",
      "title": "Recovery Day — Spa, Pool & Pampering 💆‍♀️",
      "description": "After yesterday's surf energy, today is all about R&R. Group spa treatments, villa pool hangs, and a slow, luxurious pace.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "🌅 Morning — Slow Start",
          "name": "Villa Brunch & Pool Morning",
          "description": "Sleep in! Make a big group brunch at the villa — açaí bowls, tropical fruit platters, mimosas (grab champagne and OJ from Super Nosara). Put on a playlist, float in the pool, play card games, do face masks. This is the beauty of a 9-night trip — you don't have to rush anywhere. Let the villa earn its keep today."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Afternoon — Spa Time",
          "name": "Group Spa at Tica Massage or Tierra Magnifica",
          "description": "Book a group spa session at Tica Massage in Guiones — they accommodate groups and offer deep tissue, hot stone, and aromatherapy massage ($60–90 USD/pp for 60–90 min). For the splurge option, drive up to Tierra Magnifica hotel's hilltop spa — the views alone are worth it. The bride gets a special treatment, obviously. Flower crowns optional but encouraged."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — Casual Night",
          "name": "Beach Dog Café & Villa Night",
          "description": "Keep tonight casual. Grab fish tacos and açaí bowls at Beach Dog Café, then head back to the villa for a low-key night — card games, wine, watch the stars from the pool. You've got a big week ahead, and pacing is everything on a 9-night trip. Recharge tonight."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 4 · Feb 22 (Sun)",
      "neighborhoods": "Jungle · Playa Guiones · Nightlife",
      "title": "Horseback Riding & Beach Bar Night 🐴🍹",
      "description": "Morning adventure on horseback through the jungle and along the beach, then crank up the energy for the first real night out.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "🌅 Morning — Jungle Adventure",
          "name": "Horseback Riding on the Beach",
          "description": "Book the morning ride with Boca Nosara Tours — a 2.5-hour horseback tour that winds through dense jungle, crosses a river, and emerges onto a deserted stretch of beach. No experience needed, the horses are gentle. The bride leads the pack. This is one of those \"pinch me\" moments — riding horses through the Costa Rican jungle in matching outfits, howler monkeys overhead. The photo ops are insane."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Afternoon — Beach & Sunset",
          "name": "Long Lunch at Rosi's Tica Kitchen, Then Beach",
          "description": "For a taste of authentic Costa Rican food, hit Rosi's Tica Kitchen — a local favorite for casados (the traditional plate with rice, beans, plantains, and your choice of protein). It's affordable, delicious, and completely different from the tourist spots. Then spend the afternoon at Playa Guiones — bodysurf, sunbathe, take more group photos at golden hour."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — The Big Night Out",
          "name": "Dinner at Pacific Azul, Then Kaya Sol & Tropicana",
          "description": "Start with dinner at Pacific Azul — the best seafood in Nosara with a laid-back open-air patio and daily specials. Order the catch of the day and ceviche. Then head to Kaya Sol, the open-air surf bar and social hub of Nosara nightlife. Craft beer from Treintaycinco Brewing, DJs or live music, communal tables that turn into a dance floor. For more party energy, Tropicana sometimes has themed nights. Wear your matching bride tribe outfits — you WILL get free drinks."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 5 · Feb 23 (Mon)",
      "neighborhoods": "Bodhi Tree · Guiones · Villa",
      "title": "Yoga Morning & Chill Day 🧘‍♀️",
      "description": "Recover from last night with a morning yoga flow, a long brunch, and a free afternoon. You're halfway through — time to recharge.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "🌅 Morning — Yoga",
          "name": "Group Yoga at Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort",
          "description": "The Bodhi Tree hosts drop-in classes in a stunning open-air shala overlooking the jungle canopy. Book the 8am vinyasa flow — howler monkeys provide the soundtrack, the morning light is golden, and it's the perfect antidote to last night. For a more special experience, book a private group session ($150–200 for the group) with a dedicated instructor who can customize the flow for your crew."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Late Morning — Brunch",
          "name": "Long Brunch at Robin's Café",
          "description": "Robin's Café is a hidden gem for brunch — shaded garden setting, incredible eggs Benedict, fresh fruit smoothie bowls, and strong Costa Rican coffee. It's the kind of place where brunch turns into a 2-hour hangout. The garden vibe is super cute for photos."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Afternoon — Free Time",
          "name": "Your Call — Beach, Pool, Shopping, or Nap",
          "description": "The beauty of a long trip is unstructured time. Options: beach and bodysurf at Guiones, villa pool and card games, browse the boutique shops on Guiones main road (cute swimwear, jewelry, and surf brands), or simply nap. Some of the group might want to rent paddleboards (~$25/hr at Guiones). Do whatever your post-party body needs."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — Villa Dinner",
          "name": "Private Chef Dinner at the Villa",
          "description": "Tonight, bring the restaurant to you. Hire a private chef to cook at the villa ($40–55/pp including ingredients). They'll prepare a multi-course Costa Rican feast — fresh ceviche, grilled fish, patacones, tropical desserts — while you lounge by the pool. It's intimate, special, and so much more relaxed than going out. Pair with wine from Super Nosara. The bride sits at the head of the table."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 6 · Feb 24 (Tue)",
      "neighborhoods": "Playa Sámara · Pacific Coast",
      "title": "Sunset Catamaran Cruise 🚢🌅",
      "description": "THE bachelorette activity. Sail along the Pacific coast, snorkel, sip cocktails, and watch the sunset from the water. This is the one everyone will talk about.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "☀️ Morning — Easy Start",
          "name": "Villa Morning & Drive to Sámara",
          "description": "Sleep in, have a lazy villa breakfast, then drive 45 minutes south to Playa Sámara — a gorgeous crescent-shaped bay where the catamaran departs. The drive along the coastal road is beautiful. Sámara is a charming little beach town, more bustling than Nosara."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌅 Afternoon–Evening — The Main Event",
          "name": "Sunset Catamaran Cruise",
          "description": "Board a private or shared catamaran for a 3–4 hour sunset sail along the Pacific coast. You'll anchor in a secluded cove for snorkeling (expect tropical fish, maybe sea turtles), then sail into the sunset with open bar cocktails, fresh fruit, and music. The crew on these boats knows how to party — they'll play your playlist, make custom drinks, and keep the energy high. Watching the sun sink into the Pacific from the bow of a catamaran, champagne in hand, surrounded by your best friends? This is the core memory."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — Post-Cruise",
          "name": "Dinner in Sámara or Drive Back",
          "description": "If the group still has energy, grab dinner in Sámara at Gusto Beach — a stylish beachfront restaurant with great cocktails and seafood. Otherwise, drive back to Nosara and crash. You'll be sun-drunk and happy either way."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 7 · Feb 25 (Wed)",
      "neighborhoods": "Jungle · Nosara Surroundings",
      "title": "ATV Adventure & Hidden Waterfall 🏍️💦",
      "description": "Get the adrenaline pumping with an ATV tour through the jungle, ending at a hidden waterfall swimming hole. Adventure mode: ON.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "🌅 Morning — ATV Tour",
          "name": "ATV Jungle Tour with Coconut Riders",
          "description": "Book the morning ATV tour with Coconut Riders or Nosara Paradise Rentals. You'll ride through muddy jungle trails, ford rivers, climb hillsides with incredible ocean views, and stop at a hidden waterfall for a swim. The ATVs are easy to drive (automatic), and the guides know every secret spot. This is pure adventure — you'll get dirty, wet, and have the time of your life. Wear swimsuits under your clothes."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Afternoon — Recovery Lunch & Beach",
          "name": "Lunch at La Terraza del Rancho",
          "description": "After your muddy morning, clean up and head to La Terraza del Rancho for a relaxed lunch overlooking the valley. Great casados, grilled chicken, fresh juices. Then hit the beach for a long, lazy afternoon. Some of the crew might want to try stand-up paddleboarding or rent surfboards for a free session."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — Sunset & Chill Dinner",
          "name": "Sunset at Playa Pelada, Dinner at Giardino Tropicale",
          "description": "Walk down to Playa Pelada for sunset (bring wine and snacks from the villa). Then head to Giardino Tropicale for a casual Italian dinner — great pizza, pasta, and a relaxed garden setting. Keep tonight easy — you've earned it after the ATV adventure."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 8 · Feb 26 (Thu)",
      "neighborhoods": "Guiones · Villa · Nightlife",
      "title": "Cooking Class & Last Night Out 👩‍🍳🎉",
      "description": "Learn to cook Costa Rican dishes together, then hit the town one last time for the bride's final fling before the ring.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "☀️ Morning — Cooking Class",
          "name": "Costa Rican Cooking Class",
          "description": "Book a group cooking class through your villa host or Nosara Spanish Institute (they offer food + culture classes). You'll learn to make gallo pinto (the national breakfast dish), fresh ceviche, plantain dishes, and a tropical cocktail. It's hands-on, fun, and a great group bonding activity. You'll eat everything you make for lunch — and go home with recipes to recreate the trip at home."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Afternoon — Beach & Prep",
          "name": "Last Beach Afternoon & Get Ready",
          "description": "Spend the afternoon at Guiones — last chance to practice your surf skills, take golden-hour photos, and soak in the beach vibes. Head back to the villa to get ready for the big night. This is the \"everyone does their hair and makeup together while drinking champagne\" part. Put on your best going-out fits."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — The Grand Finale Night Out",
          "name": "Dinner at Coyol Wine Bar, Then Party at Kaya Sol",
          "description": "Start at Coyol Wine Bar — Nosara's most stylish restaurant. Great wine selection (rare for Costa Rica), tapas-style plates, charcuterie boards, and a chic atmosphere. Perfect for toasts and speeches before the night kicks off. Then it's back to Kaya Sol for the last hurrah — request your songs, dance in the sand, celebrate the bride like the queen she is. Ask the bartender for the \"bride special\" — they'll make something up and it'll be perfect."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 9 · Feb 27 (Fri)",
      "neighborhoods": "Playa Pelada · Guiones · Villa",
      "title": "Tide Pools, Photos & Farewell Dinner 🐚🥂",
      "description": "The final full day. Take it slow, explore the tide pools, get your last beach time, and close it out with a beautiful farewell dinner.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "🌅 Morning — Tide Pools & Sunrise",
          "name": "Playa Pelada Tide Pools at Low Tide",
          "description": "Check the tide chart and head to Playa Pelada's north end at low tide. The rocky outcrops reveal incredible tide pools full of sea stars, hermit crabs, tiny fish, and vibrant anemones. There's a blowhole in the rocks that shoots spray 20 feet high when the swell is right. It's nature's aquarium — peaceful, beautiful, and a perfect quiet morning activity before the trip winds down."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Late Morning — Last Brunch",
          "name": "Brunch at Al Chile Viola",
          "description": "The crew's last brunch together. Al Chile Viola is lively, colorful, and perfect for groups — big terrace tables, great ceviche, fish burritos with mango salsa, killer micheladas. Order a round of margs, swap favorite moments from the trip, and start the group chat about the next one."
        },
        {
          "time": "☀️ Afternoon — Last Beach Time & Photos",
          "name": "Golden Hour Photo Session at Playa Guiones",
          "description": "Spend the afternoon at the beach. Around 4pm, do a final group photo session at Playa Guiones during golden hour — the light is incredible and you'll want these photos forever. Matching outfits, champagne props, jumping shots, the whole deal. If you want professional photos, several local photographers do beach sessions for ~$150–250/hr — totally worth it for the memories."
        },
        {
          "time": "🌙 Evening — Farewell Dinner",
          "name": "Farewell Dinner at La Luna (Full Circle)",
          "description": "End where you began. Return to La Luna at Playa Pelada for one final sunset dinner on the cliffs. Same incredible views, same electric sky, but now with 9 days of memories, inside jokes, and a bond that's been forged in salt water and champagne. Order the ceviche again (it's still that good), raise a glass to the bride, and watch the sun set on the most epic bachelorette trip ever. Full. Circle. 🌅"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "dayLabel": "Day 10 · Feb 28 (Sat)",
      "neighborhoods": "Departure",
      "title": "Departure — Sandy Feet, Full Hearts 💛",
      "description": "One last swim, pack up the villa, and begin the drive home. You'll be back — they all come back.",
      "activities": [
        {
          "time": "🌅 Morning — Last Swim & Departure",
          "name": "Sunrise Swim & Drive to Liberia",
          "description": "Set the alarm one last time. Walk to Guiones for a final sunrise swim — just your crew, warm water, golden light. Back to the villa for the sad part: packing. Allow 3 hours for the drive to Liberia (LIR). The unpaved road is slow — leave by 10am for afternoon flights, earlier for morning flights. Stop in Nicoya for a quick casado at a local soda if you're hungry. Drop rentals, check in, start the \"best bachelorette ever\" group chat."
        }
      ]
    }
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