Family Vacation - La Fortuna, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, Dominical
Costa Rica | Jun 21 - Jul 8, 2024

Lori
Lori C.
Oakley, CA | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2024

We recently had the pleasure of working with Holden and his team to plan a trip to Costa Rica, and we cannot speak highly enough of the experience. From start to finish, Holden provided exceptional service, attention to detail, and a deep knowledge of the destination that made our trip truly unforgettable.

First and foremost, Holden took the time to understand our interests and preferences, ensuring that every aspect of our itinerary was tailored to our needs. We had a good idea of where we wanted to visit and what we wanted to do. However it was Holden’s recommendations of lodging accommodations and activities we had not even thought of that made the trip extra amazing.

Holden and his team’s expertise was evident in the seamless coordination of all our trip arrangements, from accommodations and excursions, to even arranging the rental car to be dropped off and picked up from our hotel. Throughout the planning process, Holden was always available to answer our questions, provide valuable insights, and make adjustments to our itinerary as needed. We had several changes in our itinerary over the few months prior to finalizing our trip, and each time the charges were made without hesitation.

Whether it was recommending the best lodge for hot springs near the volcano, arranging thrilling adventure activities like zip-lining and ocean kayaking, or suggesting serene beaches for relaxation, Holden had us covered. Our group of five included two almost-adult kids and Holden found the perfect accommodations that provided us just the right amount of privacy and togetherness.

We were particularly impressed with the local guides and tour operators they connected us with, who were not only knowledgeable but also passionate about sharing the beauty and culture of Costa Rica.

One highlight of our trip was the personalized wildlife Safari Float tour in La Fortuna, where we had the chance to see an incredible array of animals, including sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, a porcupine and tropical birds. Thanks to Holden’s recommendation, we also enjoyed a top notch hike through the Monteverde Cloudforest and were lucky enough to see not one but two of the elusive Quetzal birds.

While we were in Costa Rica, Holden checked in with us a few times to make sure everything was going well and his colleague, Wellman, reached out multiple times to prepare us for the next day’s adventure.

I wholeheartedly recommend Holden to anyone looking to plan a trip to Costa Rica or any other destination. His personalized service, extensive knowledge, and genuine passion for travel made our adventure extraordinary.

Local specialist: Holden Ketchum
Holden
Holden Ketchum
Local specialist in Cartago, Costa Rica | Replied on Jul 11, 2024
Thank you very much Lori ❤️
I'm so happy to hear that your family had a great time here in Costa Rica 🇨🇷. It was many months of planning and customizing your vacation but it sounds like it all paid off.
That's super exciting that you saw quetzales, they can be so hard to find. A good guide is worth their weight in gold. It's great that you saw so much wildlife on the safari float as well.
Thank you for recognizing the efforts of the entire Serendipity Adventures team. We all worked hard...
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Thank you very much Lori ❤️
I'm so happy to hear that your family had a great time here in Costa Rica 🇨🇷. It was many months of planning and customizing your vacation but it sounds like it all paid off.
That's super exciting that you saw quetzales, they can be so hard to find. A good guide is worth their weight in gold. It's great that you saw so much wildlife on the safari float as well.
Thank you for recognizing the efforts of the entire Serendipity Adventures team. We all worked hard to craft this successful trip for you 🌋🐒🦥🦋
I hope we can work together again in the future!
Thank you
Holden Ketchum
Serendipity Adventures