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No. 37 December 2012 - January 2013

18 years experience in Costa Rica

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¡A Grito Pelado!

Por Jose Chaves

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¡CAMBIO!

icen popularmente por ahí “nada se muere todo se transforma” y eso precisamente es lo que está pasando en la comunidad gay de Manuel Antonio y Quepos.

Hemos venido viviendo una serie de cambios fuertes desde hace más de 4 años y últimamente cambios muy positivos y más profundos. A continuación una breve descripción de lo que está pasando en esta zona.

Hay nuevos dueños en la discoteca gay Liquid Disco Lounge y se ha abierto un nuevo hotel gay llamado Contempo con un super bar llamado Rainbow Lounge.

Las clásicas Sunset Sessions de los Domingos han sido movidas de lugar y ahora son en el Bar Mogambo, arriba de las Terrazas de Raphael de 4 de la tarde en adelante, siempre con buena música y un fantástico ambiente a la puesta de sol.

Dos actividades nuevas son los Jueves de Parrillada (4 a 8) en la nueva parte al aire libre detrás del Liquid Lounge y los Lunes un Drag Bingo en Salsipuedes Tapas Bar de 8 a 11.

Gaytours mantiene tours exclusivos para la comunidad los martes, miércoles, viernes y sábados con precios especiales para nacionales.

En la página 16 encontrarán un calendario de actividades semanales.

La Playita, siempre muy visitada por la comunidad, ha abierto una sucursal en la parte central de la playa principal de Manuel Antonio. Esta extensión ha sido necesaria y propiciada por los muchos miembros de la comunidad que se hospedan cerca de Liquid y Mogambo, en lugares como el Hotel Jungle Beach.

A pesar de todos los cambios, algo muy importante que ha sucedido con el tiempo es que la comunidad gay residente se ha agrandado y enraizado, tanto por las personas que se han venido a pensionar como los que han abierto negocios.

Seguimos y seguiremos siendo LA Playa Gay de Costa Rica con cosasdiferentes que la hacen más divertida y particular.

Feliz temporada a todos y todas que nos leen y visitan.

Seamos parte del cambio.

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No. 37 December 2012 - January 2013

Welcome to Manuel Antonio!

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By Tim Dwyer

sun when you’re out on a sailing tour or paddling a kayak through the waves. I am so fortunate to have the jungle right outside my door; that’s the real one, not the concrete one. And I still feel like a ten year old kid when I see the monkeys playing in the banana trees! Costa Rica has a charm that tugs at your heart and makes you want to return over and over again.

’m in my home in Stratford, Ontario as I write this but my mind is already in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. When you consider that the high today is nine degrees Celsius and no intention of getting higher until May, it’s not difficult to imagine why.

It’s time for this snow bird to head south.

I’ve been coming to Manuel Antonio for sixteen years now and became a land owner almost eleven years ago. In spite of always thinking that the world was so large why would I wish to come to the same place every year, I ended up returning to Manuel Antonio year after year. There have been major changes to the area over the years that, for better or worse, really don’t matter to me. I happily return every year and feel as much at home here as in Canada. If home is where the heart is, then it’s here that I’m most at home.

In order to truly enjoy your stay regardless if it’s a week, a month or a lifetime, learning some Spanish or reviewing what you learned a ‘few’ years ago in high school is a super idea. Everyone already knows some Spanish…margarita and pina colada for example. Hola is hi, restaurante is restaurant and Chao is ciao. Si is yes and No means no here and at home. The ever important baño (pronounced banyo) is where you make your deposit after several margaritas or cervezas. Of course, it helps a great deal if you can meet a local person to help you out on your adventure. Who know, you may even get to learn the language the same way many have, en la cama! (I’ll let your local guide that for you.)

Living in this paradise is very different from vacationing here; I fortunately discovered that long ago. I can’t expect things to be the same as in Canada. That’s why I came here in the first place, because it is very different. There’s a different environment, climate, culture, and language. It’s all part of the many adventures that we can all enjoy whether we’re here for a good time, a long time, or in my case, both. I still enjoy white water rafting and canopy tours. There’s nothing more peaceful than soaking in the

If this is your first visit I offer you a warm Bienvenido Mae! Pura vida! Have a wonderful adventure in this country. I hope your first trip here is as wonderful as mine was. n 4

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December

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04:15 10:26 16:46 22:39 04:53 11:03 17:24 23:19 05:31 11:40 18:03 00:00 06:12 12:19 18:44 00:43 06:55 13:00 19:27 01:31 07:43 13:46 20:15 02:24 08:37 14:37 21:09 03:22 09:37 15:34 22:07 04:23 10:40 16:35 23:06 05:24 11:42 17:37 00:04 06:23 12:41 18:37 01:01 07:19 13:37 19:34 01:56 08:13 14:31 20:30 02:49 09:04 15:23 21:24 03:40 09:55 16:14 22:16 04:32 10:44

8.78 0.35 8.37 1.21 8.62 0.46 8.31 1.30 8.38 0.65 8.22 1.42 8.09 0.89 8.12 1.54 7.79 1.12 8.05 1.64 7.52 1.33 8.04 1.66 7.33 1.46 8.13 1.56 7.30 1.47 8.34 1.31 7.46 1.33 8.68 0.90 7.81 1.04 9.11 0.38 8.30 0.64 9.57 -0.16 8.85 0.22 9.98 -0.65 9.36 -0.15 10.26 -1.00 9.76 -0.39 10.35 -1.15 9.99 -0.44 10.23 -1.09

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www.imn.ac.cr

How to read the Tide (example): High Tides at 04:37AM (9.90 feet high) and at 17:06PM (10.23 feet high).

Low Tides at 10:45AM (-1.18 feet high) and at 23:13PM (-0.82 feet high).

01 Wed 04:37 9.90 01 Wed 10:45 01 Wed 17:06 01 Wed 23:13

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WARNING: YOU CANNOT Cross the rocks 2 hours after or before High Tide

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Night Sky

No. 37 December 2012 - January 2013

by Don Willems

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also visible frequently. If you look closely, even with the naked eye you can see the tint of this red planet. Jupiter and Saturn can be spotted just as easily and are quite large. With a nice pair of binoculars you will easily be able to make out the edges of both of these planets. Neptune makes an appearance often, though it is harder to see without binoculars. One of the most observed is, Uranus.(sorry, couldn’t resist).

would like to offer everyone a tour that is absolutely free. It is free to residents and tourists alike. Really, no gimmicks.

I’m sure at some point you will find yourself alone, or with friends, enjoying the beautiful sunsets. There are some great viewing locations here, which are fantastic. Stop by any of the local spots for a nice, cool drink and enjoy the sunset.

But wait, this tour has just begun. Relax a bit longer. Have another cocktail.

There are some great websites for information.

One of my favorites is yoursky.com. This site has an app that allows you to view the sky from any point on earth at any time, present, future, or past.

The Hubble telescope has a great site for photos as well as information.

Manuel Antonio is located fairly close to the equator. The sun, at noon, is almost directly overhead. The path the sun and the moon take in the sky, are almost directly east to west. The planets follow this same path making them easy to find, in Manuel Antonio. Look up at the sky after sunset, or, for the early birds, just before sunrise. Many of us look up to the stars, but how many of you have actually searched for the planets.

Seeing the planets with your own eyes is a fun experience, and is free to all of us. Take some time and look up. It is a wonderful world we live in. This vacation, take a free tour of our sister planets. Use your imagination a bit also, remember you are not just seeing a small dot of light in the sky, you are seeing another world.

Planets that should be easy to find in December and January are Neptune, just west of overhead, Uranus just overhead, and Jupiter will appear just a bit east of overhead.

You won’t need a big expensive telescope. A nice set of binoculars is great, and even the naked eye will often be enough. Once you know how to find them they are really easy to locate.

First, the planets don’t seem to twinkle as the stars do. The planets can be seen because they reflect light from the sun, rather than by creating light as the stars do. They light of the planets will seem much more constant.

In addition, the Geminid meteor shower can be seen around mid December, with December 13th and 14th being the best nights to view, on the US east coast, directly overhead and just after midnight. They will also be viewable from Manuel Antonio. When you see a “shooting star” don’t forget to make a wish. n

Which planets you can see, and when depends upon the time of the year you are looking. The planets are normally easier to locate, just before sunrise, and just after sunset.

Mercury is more difficult to view because, from our perspective, it’s orbit is so near to the sun.

Venus is easy to find. Venus is also visible during the majority of each year. Venus is very often seen just below the rising sun. It generally will be the last “star” visible before sunrise, and will usually be the brightest visible object. Venus is often referred to as the morning star. Mars is

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QUEPOS: 1. Kúkula 2. Canopy Safari 3. Hidden Bay Realty 4. Jaime Peligro Books 5. Fourtrax Adventure 6. Mucho Músculo Gym

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10. Hotel Villa Roca 11. Hidden Bay Realty 12. Rainbow Lounge / Hotel Contempo 13. Shana Hotel 14. Rest. Raphael’s Terrazas & Bar Mogambo 15. Liquid Lounge 16. Jungle Beach Hotel 17. Italy & …co

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MANUEL ANTONIO FROM A TO Z

s Exclusive Gay BARS AND DISCOS s Liquid Lounge: 2777 5158 Buena Nota Building u Mogambo

By Raphael Terrazas Top Floor 2777 6310 s Rainbow Lounge 2777 5012 Next to Hotel La Mansión u Salsipuedes: 2777 5019 Tapas Bar Across the street from Banca Promerica HOTELS s Contempo: 2777 5012 Next to Hotel La Mansión

u Italy & … co 2777 5170 In front of the bus stop Manuel Antonio Beach u Kúkula 2777 2735 700m before the entrance bridge of Quepos (main entrance to Boca Vieja) u La Luna & Ambar Lounge 2777 9797 Hotel Gaia u MarLuna: 2777 5107 Near Manuel Antonio School u Raphael’s Terrazas 2777 6310 Main road to the National Park, beside the entry to Arboleda Hotel SERVICES

u Coyaba Tropical B&B 2777 6279 Next to Hotel Gaia

u Canopy Safari 2777 0100 Downtown Quepos

u Hotel Gaia 1 800 226 2515 Manuel Antonio

u Fourtrax Adventure 2777 1829 Downtown Quepos

u Jungle Beach 2777 0543 Main road to the park

s Gaytours 8305 8044 Fax 2294 4205

u Shana 2777 7373 Road to Hotel El Parador

u Gym Mucho Músculo 2777 3400 Going from Quepos to Manuel Antonio, on the left just before the first hill

s Villa Roca: 2777 1349 Next to Hotel Si Como No RESTAURANTS u Emilio’s Café 2777 6807 In front the soccer field, Manuel Antonio

u Jaime Peligro Books & Adventure English and spanish books, music, tours and temporary tattos 2777 7106 Quepos, next door to Century 21 u Manuel Antonio Park Estelle Profesional Guide 8719 2065 Quepos

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u Gay friendly u Massage PURAVIDA Massage & Physical Therapist 88-222-936 u Massage Todd: 8830 7727 Professional Massage at your hotel u Sunset Sails 2777 0837 / 2777 1304 VACATION RENTALS & REAL ESTATE u Casa Bosque Verde Canada contact (403) 246 8941 200 east from Super Joseth Manuel Antonio u Casa Nelda 8814 6251 1 mile from Manuel Antonio School u Hidden Bay Realty Real Estate 8366 1759 / 8395 1304 - Manuel Antonio: in front of hotel Villa Roca - Quepos: 2 doors down from Restaurante El Gran Escape u Jungle Loft 8836 0024 Behind Villa El Lirio @ Canyon Verde u Reimax / Vida Realty Real Estate 2774 0287 / 2777 4945 8997 4129 / 8825 0434 Next to Barba Roja

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Bring your “sweetheart” or meet him here.

ayTours has hosted this St. Valentine’s Day holiday event in Manuel Antonio, for 12 years. This year we are pleased to announce that it will be held at The New Shana Hotel, on the road to Parador Hotel.

Shana Hotel will offer special packages and accommodations to those wishing to stay at the hotel www.shanahotel.com.

Join us, as we open this new venue to the community. n

Cupid will be making his appearance and shooting arrows at everyone, and everywhere.

Starting at 4:00 pm until 10:00 pm.

Saturday, Feb. 16.

We will have 2 dj’s, free tequilla body shots for all, and open swimming pool in the private Lifestyle Shana Presidential Suite.

Dress code to be strictly enforced:

Simply RED. The rest is up to you and your imagination.

Home, Elegance & Balance

For more information contact us at information@gaytourscr.com

Tips about Playita* * This is the name of one of the beaches in Manuel Antonio, which attracts a high concentration of gay people, from the area and visitors to Costa Rica.

REMEMBER Don’t bring valuables to the beach, you will not need them. If you do swim, or walk, ask someone you know to watch your things.

DON’T FORGET Sunblock... Sunblock... Sunblock...

The sun is much stronger than you think.

PLEASE Take care about the tide, you can cross the rocks 2 hours before and/or 2 hours after the high tide (page 7), otherwise you may get hurt. Rocks are very dangerous in high tide period.

YOU MUST Dress in a bathing suit. Nude bathing is restricted on the beaches. Police do patrol the beaches.

BORED? Walk to the end of the beach and climb a bit to the end of the rocks and get a fantastic view… of the coast, wear good shoes and have fun.

AND MOST IMPORTANTLY...

Don’t get sand in your ...OUCH!

Happy Hour 9:00 pm - 12:00 pm Every Day

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Home, Elegance & Balance

MANUEL ANTONIO, QUEPOS. COSTA RICA

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GRAND OPENING

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Coming Soon Manuel Antonio’s Life Style Bar and Lounge @ The CONTEMPO • Private Membership Club • Swimming Pool • Lounge and Sun Bathing Area • Lockers Available • Pool Bar • Happy Hour 6 PM -7 PM • Food Service • Discounted Rates at La Mansion Facilities • Disco Nights – Friday & Saturday • Open Every Day • Mix, Mingle & Get Wet Parties

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CONTEMPO

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or many years Manuel Antonio has held a strong and attractive reputation for embracing diversity in tourism, and opening its arms to the national and international Gay market. Thousands of tourists from Costa Rica and around the world visit the lush, tropical town of Manuel Antonio every year. This town has become Costa Rica’s choice for celebrating and commemorating an endless and diverse list of events from New Years beach fiestas to the famous Easter Week boat cruises.

crews went to work and La Mansion Inn Hotel staff gathered week after week to discuss and create what is now known as CONTEMPO, Manuel Antonio’s first luxury exclusive Gay Hotel. This hotel boasts incredible ocean views and provides high end service matching the global reputation of its sister hotel, La Mansion Inn.

Mr Harry Bodaan, owner of the 5 Star Boutique Hotel, la Mansion Inn has always been aware of, and appreciated what the gay clientele have brought to our town. This appreciation naturally lead to a desire to become involved and to create something uniquely special, catering to Gay clientele in a way that no other Hotel in Central America could match. Construction

CONTEMPO Hotel will also be open to the community with its exclusive private membership “Rainbow Lounge”. The lounge along with its pool, bar and weekly “get wet” parties will add a new and exciting dimension to Manuel Antonio’s gay scene. So, anytime you have a free moment in your day, take a walk or a drive down to the new CONTEMPO Hotel – construction is moving fast and we are all anxious to celebrate its opening this coming high season. n

TAMAL FEST

Estelle Mansuelle CERTIFIED TOUR GUIDE

TAMALEADA

Visit of Manuel Antonio Park

Come and enjoy Christmas favorite food in Costa Rica, the Tamal with the best house music in town.

28 december / diciembre 2012

Personalized attention

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Contact:

Host by: Organiza:

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GAYSCHEDULE

Your way to fun in Manuel Antonio This Summer • Este Verano

• MONDAYS Drag Lottery @ Salsipuedes Cover $2 Start 9:00 pm (Start December 17)

• TUESDAYS Hiking in Manuel Antonio Park $45 Pick up 12:30 pm * • WEDNESDAYS Sunset Sail $75 Pick up 1:00 pm* • THURSDAYS BBQ Cookout @ Liquid Lounge No Cover. Start 4:00 pm • FRIDAYS ATV Fourtrax $95 s $125 d Pick up 1:30 pm* • SATURDAYS Sunset Sail $75 Pick up 1:00 pm* • SUNDAYS Sunset Session @ Mogambo Bar No Cover. Start 4:00 pm

SPECIAL PARTIES • December, 28th Tamal Fest @ Salsipuedes 5:00 pm • February, 12th Mardi Grass @ Liquid Lounge 9:00 pm • February, 16th Red Party @ Shana Hotel 4:00 pm

*Times subjet to change

RESERVATIONS: Español: 2294 0606 • English: 8305 8044 info@gaytourscr.com or ask at the front desk of your hotel.

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STRAIGHT FRIENDLY

RESTAURANT:

• Open from Tuesday to Sunday 4 pm-12 pm (Closed on Monday) Happy Hour 4 pm-6 pm and 9 pm-11 pm Special events from Thursday to Sunday

• Open every day 11:30 am to 10:30 pm

Live music Tuesday and Friday 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm Happy hour every day 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Reservations: 2777-6310

Reservations: 2777-6310

raphaelsterraza@gmail.com www.raphaelsterraza.com

barmogambo@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook: Bar Mogambo

Thursdays BBQ 4:00 - 8:00 pm Back Lounge

Open Tuesday till Sunday @ 9:00 pm Different activities & promos every day

Manuel Antonio Beach (506) 2777 5158 Follow us @ Facebook: Liquid Disco Lounge - Manuel Antonio 17