There’s something funny about traveling the world: we go as far away as possible, only to end up looking for a table where we can all sit together.

Looking around at the jungle, the beaches, and the wild nature surrounding us, it’s easy to see why people are drawn here. Many of us came to Costa Rica searching for some peace and quiet, to disconnect from our routines, and to soak in the freedom, the “Pura Vida,” and the powerful connection to nature. But throughout our family’s journey around the world, I’ve noticed something interesting. Even when we’re surrounded by all this beauty and endless open space, after a while, we start looking for other people. We........

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