Golfito
Opposite Puerto Jiménez, and across the Dulce Gulf, is the small town of Golfito, Costa Rica's only city situated within a declared protection area. Originally a banana port, 90% of the country’s banana exports came from Golfito during the 1950’s. Since then however, operations have shut down, dramatically affecting the local economy. In turn, the town has turned to the Duty-Free Shopping Center (Déposito Libre Comercial de Golfito) as its economic strength. The center sits at the north end of town and draws bargain shoppers from all over the country. Golfito is now a quiet port better known for being a gateway to the surrounding destinations, rather than a destination in and of itself.
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Did some fun hiking in the jungle, saw nice birds and monkeys. Hotel was almost too nice. Breakfasts were very good. New Years Eve bash was great fun.
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- ANTHONY L, DEC 2017
I didn't realize how hot and humid it would be - nor how much I like air conditioning. Despite that beauty of the area was worth it.
- RANDY R, APR 2015
A gorgeous area again, very nice for nature lovers, very friendly locals.
- HEIDI M, APR 2014
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