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I went on a trip to the Dominican Republic with my school this winter to serve the less advantaged in the Bateyes. Halle Jackson and Yoca were our tour guides and they were incredible through everything. Firstly, only a few of the adults and a few of the students had ever been to the DR before and had seen some of the same thing, but Jackson and Yoca made it so that we all could enjoy the culture of the Dominicans, see the landmarks and important sites, as well as translate what we could not read in Spanish. I remember that Jackson specifically was part of a big moment in my trip, I was talking to the pastor's wife about her invitation to midnight mass, to Iglesia Episcopal San Esteban, and thanking her. I know how to speak Spanish, but Jackson helped the exact translation and getting across my point, which would not be nearly as big of a moment if I had not had that translation, which Jackson was kind enough to grant me. Yoca was incredible, especially for not having done a trip with Thomas like Jackson had and juggling med school at the same time. She is an incredible person, who is always up for a chat or to talk about her life, which is so incredibly interesting. What she manages to do on a daily basis is incredible. We were doing hard service work, mixing concrete and making a latrine, but Yoca didn't just sit and watch like a guide who only knows the tourist spots, but she joined in on the work in her crocs and full determination. She's an incredible woman. Offbeat was incredibly easy to use and was extremely helpful in everything, especially for a group of students who likely had not ever been on a plane before or ever been outside of the country.

I have been using Offbeat to take high school students to see the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico for 3 years. Each and every time they are attentive to detail and committed to our experience. I have loved every trip more than the one before it! Whether it is for service, sightseeing, learning, or cultural experience, Offbeat makes sure we are happy. Every guide I have worked with is knowledgeable, reliable, and enjoyable. I am already planning another school trip! And I am looking forward to booking a personal family vacation through Offbeat, too. I am so happy to have this company to work with.

We are still in the planning stages for a trip to Costa Rica, but Dennis, our travel coordinator, has been an immense help in planning and refining our travel plans. He's been very responsive, adaptable, and Offbeat Travel has provided excellent services at a very reasonable rate.

I quite literally cannot sing the praises of Offbeat Travel loudly and highly enough. From start to finish, they curated an exquisitely unique, meticulously personalized, expertly crafted, carefully customized, once-in-a-lifetime Costa Rica travel experience. Each and every member of our group felt heard, seen, and valued throughout the entire process from planning through completion of the trip itself. Thanks to Offbeat Travel's unparalleled local expertise; complete and total trustworthiness and transparency; and above-and-beyond customer service, hospitality, and kindness, we enjoyed a trip packed full of memories that will last a lifetime — an experience that will live in our hearts forever. The Offbeat Travel team has a genuine, infectious love for their gorgeous country of Costa Rica that absolutely shines through every interaction, from every person. They're the very embodiment of "pura vida" — the Costa Rican philosophy that life should be lived as purely, positively, openly, and joyfully as possible — and they can't wait to share that joy with you. Truly cannot overstate how grateful I am to have had my first experience in Costa Rica with the incredible Offbeat Travel team. It won't be my last, though — I'll be back... and when I come back, I'll be coming back to them. I'll close this review as I began it: I cannot recommend Offbeat Travel highly or wholeheartedly enough. Trust them with your Costa Rica trip. I promise you, you'll be glad you did.

I cannot count how many trips I’ve had Off Beat Travel guide/coordinate/assist me since this company was first established. They are a seamless part of my travel experiences in the US and abroad. As a solo woman traveler, this team is able to always gather my interests and goals for a destination and arrange every part of the trip in an efficient and budget friendly manner. I’ve used this company for family trips as well and have saved funds to pour into the local economy of the places I visit. Their focus on sustainability and use of local venues and services is what is top tier for me as a conscientious global citizen. Am enamored by the itinerary’s clearly communicated details about every point in my travel plans. Thank you Off Beat for all of your time and efforts—can’t wait to plan my next trip!

I could not be more impressed with the Offbeat Travel team. Both Ricardo and Dennis were incredible to work with and so helpful throughout the entire planning process. If anyone I know is heading to Costa Rica, I am telling them to travel with Offbeat Travel.

Working with Dennis and Wainer was a great experience. It was nice dealing with people who are from Costa Rica - who else is going to know the country better? They listened to what we were looking for in our vacation and provided experiences for us to consider. They stayed within our budget yet we were able to book all the experiences we wanted and stay in desired hotels/resorts. Dennis was patient and provided several options for lodging that we felt met our wants and needs. Dennis was knowledgeable and if he did not know answer to a question, he contacted hotel or vendor for the experience to get an answer. Overall it was a great working with Dennis and Wainer. Looking forward to enjoying our time in Costa Rica.

The Offbeat Travel team was very attentive and planned a trip perfectly suited for my friends and I. Our itinerary struck the perfect balance between the hustle and bustle of Santo Domingo and the quite, pristine beaches in Samana. They checked in with other often throughout the trip and responded quickly when unexpected issues came up. Their hotel selections met our needs and enabled me to experience the Dominican Republic in a way I have not previously experienced.