28/03/2026
When my oldest turned 13, I told her we could go anywhere in the United States for a mother-daughter birthday celebration weekend. She, being a theater kid, immediately chose NYC. We saw shows, ate at fancy restaurants, and shopped! It was blast!
Now, my youngest is about to turn 13. She’s more about wildlife, nature, and loves the ocean. Also, the youngest child always bends the rules a bit 😂 I was already going to be in Costa Rica for work and it was her dream destination. So, she met me in Costa Rica for her birthday celebration! I was so proud of her for flying by herself to a foreign country (and United’s program for unaccompanied minors is amazing!) Thanks !
We loved every moment and maximized 3 nights in Manuel Antonio. We swam in ocean, zip-lined, enjoyed the wildlife (especially the monkeys and sloths), enjoyed the pools, walked through Manuel Antonio National Park, relaxed, and marveled at beautiful sunsets. I am so grateful that I had this time with her, just me and my girl!