School was out, and we were in holiday mode. Buzzing with excitement, we headed to Heathrow Airport, our destination, Dallas, where my sister, husband, and three teenage daughters live.
I stayed in a gorgeous 2-story overwater bungalow for $180 a night, and I didn't even have to shell out for the Maldives to do it
18.07.2024 - 17:04 / insider.com
I've always dreamed of staying in an overwater lodge, but I've never managed to budget for a trip to somewhere like the Maldives to make it a reality.
Then, while planning a trip to Costa Rica, I came across Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge in Bocas del Toro. Although it may not be as well known as other popular destinations, Bocas del Toro sits next to the Costa Rican border in western Panama. It's a true blend of jungle and Caribbean beach territory.
The resort had overwater bungalows for about $180 a night. A basic hotel in the US costs about $160 a night, so I couldn't resist what seemed like an incredible deal.
I paid $714 for a four-night stay in a two-story overwater bungalow. Here's how it went.
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