WE TOOK A FEW SELFIE’s!
WE escaped for a few days………..a trip MY ITALIAN planned ALL BY HIMSELF!
Well, he did have some HELP from his GOOD friend GIOVANNI in ITALY.As Giovanni lived in COSTA RICA a few years ago.So, he had RECOMMENDATIONS!!!!!!!
Millie GRAZIE GIOVANNI!!!!!!!!I canNOT THANK YOU ENOUGH.
Let me start by saying we had an ANNIVERSARY on the horizon and it was a BIG ONE.
I hinted one night during a television show we should GO AWAY!
HE LISTENED!
You see WE have NEVER BEEN on a vacation in a hotel without our SONS since our HONEYMOON!
That was 30 years ago!
My ITALIAN he loves to WORK…………(Rare for an ITALIAN!)
HE DOES NOT TAKE TIME OFF………..(MUCHO RARE for an ITALIAN times three!!!!)
Reasons, I do not need to explain here but lets just say HE is ALWAYS doing the RIGHT thing.
Instead He sends me to EUROPE or SAN DIEGO wherever I NEED TO GO!
I NEED to re-fuel MY SOUL………….Do you ever feel that way?
The NEED to get out of DODGE and explore and SEE THE BEAUTY?
I DO.
But this TIME HE went with ME!
For 10 days to COSTA RICA!
The trip started in SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA.We flew in late at night and stayed at the HILTON GARDEN INN which was directly across the street from this STADIUM.Guess who built this STADIUM?
THE CHINESE…………it was a GIFT to the city.They even sent the workers from CHINA to build it.
Took ONE YEAR to build.
Apologizes for the TOWEL LOOK!
I had TO SHOW THE STADIUM and this was the ONLY PHOTO!
On the TOUR was the old THEATER……..built in the 1800’s.
These statues and there were a few; use to ADORN the roof top……..but now they have copies and the originals are SAFE inside.They even had a CAFE inside the THEATER.
MY PANTS are from CHICO’S if you were EYEING them!
AT The MARKET downtown SAN JOSE.Again built in the late 1800’s………..has ONLY been closed for ONE DAY in all that time.
The reason….. to put in electricity!It reminded me SO much of the MARKET in FLORENCE, ITALY!
Here I stand by the HERB shop.They have herbs for ABORTIONS as well as VICK’s VAPOR RUB!
I PASSED on the PURCHASE!
This fruit called GUANABANNA is a GREAT CURE for CANCER!
SO, said our TOUR GUIDE.
I think I will head to the BERKELEY BOWL and just SEE if we cannot BUY it HERE!Might as well start munching on it NOW!
DAY THREE……..destination ANTONIO MANUEL.
OH MY GOODNESS!
I have ARRIVED in PARADISE!
I DONOT WANT TO LEAVE!
THIS IS OUR ROOM with glass doors opening onto a balcony
A BALCONY with a VIEW!
THE DRINKS!
I LOVE LIMES.
ANYTHING with a LIME in it will DO for ME!
The POOL!
INFINITY AT THAT!
THAT in the distance is THE PACIFIC Ocean!
Views from the POOL.
Sunsets.
Little Guy.
A Walk .
Little Bird.
Can you make out the SLOTH under the word ROJA!
I was on my way to say HELLO!
(Sorry for the blurred photo!)
The ITALIAN relaxing.
The ITALIAN eating a RED SNAPPER.
The RAINFOREST WALK.
My nail polish matched THAT FLOWER!
DEER who areNOT AFRAID.
A SLOTH SLOTHING ABOUT!
They are SLOW creatures but do not want to be.
They POOP Once a week.
They come down out of the TREE and dig a hole then do their BUSINESS there then cover it back up!
So,
The predator will not find them.
They lose One FOURTH of their body weight.
They are ADORABLE!
Butterfly on MY PANTS!
Beach where TOM HANKS filmed CASTAWAYS!
A SWIM MOMENT and YES I had my SUIT ON
NOT THE BIRTHDAY ONE!
ALWAYS HAPPY at the BEACH.
There HE Goes……….
I did not want to leave this place……..
I hope YOU can understand WHY!
This is NICE my strapless BRA stands OUT
I still do not understand when I GOT SO BIG BREASTED.
I will TRY and DO better in the BRA DEPARTMENT!
This is how we dined……OUTSIDE with a view.
The entrance to this place had an OLD CIA AIRPLANE parked in FRONT that was the BAR!
I believe it landed there in the 1940’s.
TRAVELING to ARENAL.
A VOLCANO.
With HOT SPRINGS.
I have ALWAYS wanted a COW.
This view was better then watching TV.
The clouds moved so FAST that every time you looked away and back up there was something different to see.
Have YOU ever walked a COW?
ON the STREET!
With TRAFFIC!!!!!!
Diane
This was FOR YOU!
I cut off half of it!
Center piece on arrival to HOTEL for HOT SPRINGS!
Here SHE is the BATHING BEAUTY with an EMPTY GLASS!
TO give YOU an idea that HAT wasNOT for SUN it became MY RAIN HAT!
Yes, it was pouring at the HOT SPRINGS.
There were eight BATHS.
Each Bath was a different DEGREE.
We tried ALL eight BATHS.
IN the RAIN.
COW on a leash.
Here we GO!
Crossing the DOUBLE YELLOW LINE to PASS!
My ITALIAN’s FAVORITE PAST TIME!
Yes, JANE UNO That is a COW in the truck in front of us!
This a BAD PHOTO……..
But I wanted to SHOW you they make fencing out of TREES!
(Don’t LOOK HEATHER!)
LOADS of COWS
Who would be through that wire sometimes.
In fact, WE saw a BABY COW outside.
The ITALIAN doesNOT STOP for the MRS. to snap a PHOTO when HE Is driving from ONE place to ANOTHER!
One of HIS
FEW DEFECTS!
Banana Tree’s!
The BLUE plastic bags are covering them from BUGS!
I usually PROTECT his IDENTITY
But this is a RATHER GOOD SHOT of
THE ITALIAN!
Can YOU imagine if someone walked up to HIM and said
“IT’S YOU”
“THE ITALIAN”
I imagine that DAY may COME!
A SMALL ALLIGATOR
CALLED CAMEN.
Did I spell that RIGHT?
HOW I LOVED THIS!
Cows at the RIVER EDGE.
Who could paint this for ME!?
THAT spot of YELLOW & ORANGE!
Can YOU tell me what it is?
Hint
FLYING BEAUTIES!!!!!!
Can you SPY my FRIEND?
Let’s STOP here for today.
I have MORE to share but I think I have taken ENOUGH of your TIME for TODAY!
COSTA RICA PART TWO
on another DAY
ONLY
if YOU are INTERESTED.
Otherwise, WE can skip it!
WE CELEBRATED 30 years of MARRIAGE in a MOST MAGICAL place!
I hope NOW that HE has a TASTE of what it is LIKE we can go before WE HIT 86 years of age!
OR
We might end up looking like this!
I DO LIKE the BEASTIE’s ARM.
A BEAUTIFUL ACCESSORY
those DOTS!
ONE LAST NOTE!
SHARON SANTONI
of
MY FRENCH COUNTRY HOME
BLOG
will be in SONOMA
TOMORROW
THURSDAY,JUNE 30TH
signing HER BOOK!
MY STYLISH FRENCH GIRLFRIENDS.
From 5 to 7pm.
I will BE THERE as I went on one of SHARON’S ANTIQUE BUYING TRIPS
A few years back.
SO
I MUST SAY HELLO!
The shop is called CHATEAU SONOMA.
23588 ARNOLD DRIVE
707-935-8553
SEE YOU THERE?
Kathy L says
Costa Rica is beautiful; what a terrific place to celebrate a significant anniversary and make memories. Your photos captured the essence of your trip! Did you see and hear the howler monkeys?
contessa says
OH YES< we did at 4 AM!!!!!!!!!!!!
Our French Oasis says
Loved every word, every photo, so yes please definitely part II! and then when your husband sees how happy he has made you, how your readers have loved it with their comments, then he will see this has to become annual or at the very least a biennial affair at least involving France! Bisous Susan
contessa says
NOW< WE WOULD LOVE THAT ME COMING TO FRANCE TO MEET YOU AND THE KIDS AND THE CHICKENS!!!!!!!I will get to work on that IMMEDIATELY!XX
Fran says
Cara Contessa, what a Magnificent post! You have such style – I want to steal your wardrobe! You look so elegant in ALL your pictures and your Italian – he looks so young?!?! Do tell what is the name of that Magnificent place you stayed at in Antonio Manuel?? I could stare at your pictures all day long! We need Part 2 of your trip ALREADY!
contessa says
I think it was called LA MARIPOSA!If not tell me and I will REMOVE the CAT from my lap and go to the ITALIAN’s office and check!It got an A PLUS in MY BOOK!XX
Loree says
Looks like you had a super wonderful time. Yes the place does look like paradise. Costa Rica is now on my bucket list – except I would prefer it if there weren’t any reptiles. I.m not too fond of reptiles. Your husband reminds me of my father – always working. Glad you both found the time to go away together and have fun.
contessa says
The reptiles are MORE afraid of YOU then YOU should be of them………they willNOT HURT YOU!THE BUGS that BITE at DUSK…………now thats a creature I wish I could have seen and NAPPED!BUG SPRAY is used night and day……………..even with that they get through!XX
Taste of France says
What a gorgeous country. Whoever designed that hotel with the wall of windows was a genius. I wouldn’t want to leave either. Congratulations on the anniversary and may you have many more! I can’t wait for part II.
contessa says
SOMEONE Just told me here it was named MOST Beautiful spot in the WORLD!!!!!!!!!!
THOSE WINDOWS Or WALL as you so cleverly named it did a FANTASTIC JOB!!!YOU SHOULD see the bathrooms!!!!!!!!!I WILL DO PART TWO…….seems WE have interest!XX
Sandra Sallin says
Loved it all. You really gave such a good feel for the place. Of course I loved how you dressed and accessorized for Paris in Costa Rica You both looked so happy. This is one fun trip for all of us. Definitly want to see more. Please. How many pounds was your luggage? Loved all the little critters you saw. You really were in the wilds. If there’s a small alligator isn’t there a large alligator not far behind? Did they have unusual drinks? How in the world did Giampy eat that fish? Did your hair get frizzy from all the rain? I would be a mess. More, more, more.
contessa says
THIS CAMEN…….and NO ONE has corrected me is a smaller VERSION of the bigger ones.SO, to answer your question YES as they do have the BIGGER Ones too!
I have NO Idea it wasNOT flu the luggagel…….as the ITALIAN was PLEASED!He carries the luggage SANDRA not ME!I carry the JEWELS………..ALWAYS!!!
YES< we had unusual drinks the CALPIRINHA is my NEW favorite.......white RUM from BRAZIL and lemon juice with a ton of cut limes............I need to go find that RUM! MY hair does not FRIZZ..............now AFTER the MASSAGE in my room on our first night while the MISTER was out taking the 5:30 Rainforest STROLL that was not a BEAUTIFUL sight!I had begged out of a two hour walk...............and he bounced back to our room and said ,"How about a massage?"MY skin stayed SOFT all week.........I should have found out the cream she used I think COCONUT!!!I will give YOU MORE............because as TONY DUQUETTE SAID< "MORE IS MORE!"XX
Marla in the OC says
What a great overview of your trip! I love that pic of you in the towels. You look so fresh and happy. That shot on the way to the volcano is super as is the one of the cows by the river. Looking forward to part 2.
contessa says
CIAO MARLA…………………..THANK YOU I did not take the shot of me in the towel but I did of the Volcano and COWS!I was ready to roll and had a GOOD NIGHT of sleep………..all the beds we slept on were GREAT!Even a FUTON in MANUEL ANTONIO that was DIVINE!
RebeccaNYC says
My favorite photo of you is the most au natural one I have ever seen of you…in the towel! Even then you are perfectly accessorized!! And you are so so pretty.
More more more! Can’t wait to see part 2
contessa says
YOU SILLY GIRL……………I shall GIVE YOU MORE!
XX
THANK YOU!
Lisa Self says
Beautiful post! So glad GP took some time off! Looks like you had a most fabulous time! Please say hello to the Italian for me.
contessa says
THANKS< and I DID! XX
Donna says
La Contessa,
I couldn’t believe my eyes to see BOTH of you on vacay!! I’m so glad you got to spend this very special time together. Even if it took 30 years, it appears it was worth the wait.
The pictures are superb and convey so much relaxation, beauty and humidity!! My hair would have been a frizzy mess.
Happy anniversary to both of you.
Xoxo
Donna
Faded Velvet
PS. The lightning bugs returned this week!
contessa says
THE LIGHTENING BUGS!!!!!!!!GIAMPY saw them on his 5:30PM RAIN FOREST WALK and he forgot to TELL ME Until I read him YOUR comment!!!!!!!!!!SO< I Missed them in COSTA RICA!I bet yours are PRETTIER!!!!!!!!!ARE YOU READY for the BIG EVENT?THEN I DO BELIEVE YOU HAVE A BIRTHDAY NEXT!!!XX
DaniBP says
What a wonderful holiday for the two of you The Italian is a very special man for planning all of this for you. You were very smart to marry him but I’m sure I don’t have to tell you!
Love the photos Contessa thanks for sharing them with us, I look forward to part two.
Love love all of your outfits too by the way, well done on the holiday packing! XOX
contessa says
THANKS DANIBP………..MY MOM FOUND HIM!SHE WAS THE ONE WHO TOLD ME HE WOULD BE A CATCH………….BECAUSE HE COOKED!That actually would make a GOOD POST!Food for thought there…………..XX
Penelope Bianchi says
What a fabulous trip!! I love all these pictures! I would have had to stop to put the baby cow behind the fence!
Those butterflies! Now I want to go to Costa Rica!!!
It is so romantic!
contessa says
Did you see here below your comment VOTED MOST BEAUTIFUL SPOT IN THE WORLD!
PURA VIDA!!!!!!!!!!!!!
XX
Susan says
Congratulations on 30 years. Very nice milestone. Your vacation sounds outstanding. Your photos are, also outstanding. Very pretty landscape. Sounds like each day was a joy for both of you. Thank you for sharing..
contessa says
EACH destination was a REAL SURPRISE SUSAN………they ALL were OUTSTANDING Hotels and DESTINATIONS!After traveling down a dirt road for a long time you come up on a MAGNIFICENT SITE.THE PEOPLE……….THE PEOLE are SO Nice and ALL of them speak ENGLISH!XX
Anita Rivera says
DARLING Contessa, hello.
MY GOODNESS! I enjoyed myself as I read and scrolled and felt your passion! THIRTY YEARS! I am four years ahead of ya….the bliss doesn’t stop especially when the mister decides to surprise you with a trip. LOVELY! Goodness, that beast at the end…AH! I am not sure I could handle tropical creatures, but those hots springs/pools, now THAT I could do!
You look so good in this environment of tall drinks, long gorgeous gowns, paradise and fun. Much love to you and have a blast meeting Sharon! Anita
contessa says
I have met SHARON as I have been on one of HER tours……………which is here on the BLOG Back a few years!
THANK YOU for your kind comments!!ALWAYS. ……..are YOU having a good SUMMER playing with that CAMERA?
XX
Jo Perkins aka joakers says
You look like a giddy school girl! Fantastic photo documentary. You two must have been the “Toasta Rica”. (That’s Jo for “toast of Costsa Rica!”) A wonderful post? Bring on part dos!
contessa says
WILL DO!
LOVE TOASTA RICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!
XX
Leslie Haws says
Thoroughly ENCHANTING!
contessa says
HAPPY I MADE YOU SMILE……………XX
Anita @ Vue at Jindivick says
What a holiday you’ve had my friend.
It was lovely to see you and Giampy looking happy and relaxed.
Do you think you’ll return?
Maybe you can convince The Italian between now and May next year that you’d both benefit from a trip to Chelsea Flower Show and a visit to Sissinghurst.
See how you go………hahahaha.
The photos have warmed me bella on a very cold Winter’s day.
Talk soon sweetpea
Neat xx
contessa says
THAT would take A LOT Of TALKING But you know what just POPPED In my INBOX here on LA COMPUTOR? AN email titled A WORLD of GARDEN TOURS!!!!!I may have to look into that for next year……….GOTTA go check on VITA and that little PRINCE GEORGE!
XX
Nancy Case says
Elizabeth!! You have captured all the senses in your photos. I love how you both live in the moment and savor every gorgeous detail as you stepped through this incredible trip. Refreshed, rested, nourished and celebrated! Happy 30th to an amazing two people in our lives. loves xo Nancy
contessa says
THANK YOU for reading ME!
XX
Amie says
Oh my.
I love this post.
I have emerged relaxed and calm.
Yes, please share the second part of your trip!
I will speak for all here, we do want to see it.
30 years.
I do think we are living parallel lives or something. We are very close here with our life major event timelines.
I’ve been married 30 years this fall.
I have 2 sons, one 28 and one 27.
Hmmmmm.
And I’m found of flowers, long skirts and animals. And vintage stuff.
I’m glad you and The Italian could get away and that you had a fabulous time. Please do share part 2!
contessa says
I will AMIE…………and where are YOU?I shall send YOU an email!XX
foodiefan says
What a fabulous holiday you both had – loved reading this post and enviously looking at the gorgeous photos! You both definitely need to go on another break together!! I love to travel to feed my soul and it doesn’t even necessarily have to be on a plane – I’m just as happy to explore places that I haven’t visited before in my own back yard so to speak. Well, I’m sure it’s a bit hard going back to reality after such a special trip so you need to start planning for the next exciting adventure!!! See you soon!! Will be in touch re our trip to CA. xo
contessa says
CANNOT WAIT!
AND YOU MY DEAR TRAVEL MORE THEN ANYONE I KNOW……..I think it is FANTASTIC your work takes YOU all over the GLOBE!Excited to catch UP!
XX
kim says
Elizabeth wonderful little recap of the trip here. Just love how you write and all the photos. The boob part cracked me up. Isn’t that the truth? I’m so glad you two got away. You are adorable and so is THE ITALIAN!! Cannot wait for part 2!! xo Kim
contessa says
Lovely chatting with YOU the other day!THANK YOU!
XX
Eric Cortina says
Costa Rica was just voted the most beautiful place in the world…perfect for you to celebrate!!! Congratulations and I look forward to part 14!!!
contessa says
REALLY!
MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE IN THE WORLD!!!!!!!
OMG…….that ITALIAN knows how to make UP for a LOST 30 years!
MAKES PERFECT SENSE TO ME!
YOU NEED TO GO……………XX
Allena Behnke says
Brings back such fond memories when I chaperoned Kate’s school trip to Costa Rica, many moons ago! Thank you for sharing your visit to Arenal and the hot tubs. Loved that! You look stunning while in the water, how do you do that, I always look like a drowned rat! What a special ITALIAN hubby to plan such a wonderful surprise for your anniversary… a keeper! LOL! Ah the wildlife, isn’t that special to just have them all around you and not be afraid of you? Did you get a chance to eat the fresh hearts of palm? Can’t wait for chapter two! Glad you are both safely home. Hugs and Kisses.
contessa says
NO!
I forgot about the PALMS………..but I ate PLENTY of FRUIT and FISH!
SO< were YOU in TORTUGUERO when you went with KATIE?THAT PLACE was our final destination...............they received electricity in 1987!!!The year MY KRISTOPHER was born! XX
Lillian Plummer says
Congratulations on 30 wonderful years. What a fabulous place to visit, the pics are all gorgeous, you make me want to go there!
contessa says
YOU SHOULD!
VOTED MOST BEAUTIFUL SPOT IN THE WORLD!
FRUIT AND FISH and RICE are VERY GOOD!
MAYBE when that GRAND BABY is BIGGER………an ADVENTURE!
XX
Mithra Ballesteros says
My my, what an adventure! Wonderful pics, especially the wee bird and the pretty yellow hat. Did you see any monkeys? I’ve always wanted to visit the only country in the Western Hemisphere without an army.
contessa says
YOU are RIGHT about NO ARMY.That was an interesting story………..
YES< WE SAW and HEARD MONKEY"S........but high up in the tree's!One even had a baby on her back!XX
stephanie thonet says
well THAT was fun going on part of your trip with you!! i can so imagine you not wanting to leave! (my daughter, who was there 6 months ago said the same thing!)and good for you to dress up all the time! ( i bet you were the only one, am i right?!)
DO post part 2 – it’s all very interesting!!
xxx
contessa says
CIAO!
Wait until I take YOU Through the canals that lead to the PACIFIC OCEAN!
I doNOT consider MYSELF DRESSED UP……..BUT I know most of YOU DO!I dressed for the weather and tried to go extra light on the clothing!Have to say IT WORKED………right down to the YELLOW STRAW HAT that became my rain HAT!TO answer YOUR QUESTION………..
OF COURSE I WAS THE ONLY ONE DRESSED UP!LOTS of shorts and FLIP FLOPS!I think the WORKER BEE”S enjoyed my outfits……….they ALL waved to me as WE departed by BOAT.Which in turn made me tear up………………….
I will start on PART TWO next week!
XX
Janey says
You are so elegant! love that property…..and can’t wait for the part ll.
contessa says
JANEY CIAO!
MY BIO on instagram is Loving ALL THINGS OLD, WORN,RUSTED with a hint of A GRANDEUR PAST LIFE.ELEGANCE in DAY to DAY LIVING.
That about SUMS me UP.
When I made that up it just rolled out of me I gave it NO thought………and I have to say THAT describes me to a T.I am SO SADDEN of the lack of ELEGANCE in today’s world.WE need to put effort into our appearance SO there is MORE BEAUTY TO SEE in OUR DAY.DOn’t you do a double take if you see a MAN or WOMAN dressed BEAUTIFULLY………kinda makes your heart SKIP A BEAT!Gives one a LIFT.Maybe it is just ME……………I don’t know but GOSH I would rather be IN a PAINTING of daily life then to look at what surrounds me MOST of the TIME!
THANKS for YOUR VISIT HERE…………..PLEASE Keep commenting!!XX
contessa says
Via Email;
so beautiful both of you… loved this xx
CARLA
Catherine says
Part 1 is amazing looking forward to Part 2 ~ special times just you and your Italian ~ I hope you enjoyed every minute! Great photos as always ~ you are elegance personified!
xx
contessa says
I DID……………..hard NOT TOO!
I AM enjoying FRANCE through your EYES this SUMMER thank YOU for your instagram account!!!
XX
the gardeners cottage says
oh i love that you are happily married at 30 years. this is a rare these days right?! your getaway looks lovely. i have never walked a cow but i have hiked along side them and they are gentle creatures. messy but gentle. xo
contessa says
I STILL NEED ONE!!!!!!!!!
Maybe property in COSTA RICA is MY ANSWER!!!!!!!!
YES, I think so JANET……..very RARE!
XX
Libby says
Beautiful place. We were there in early 70s. Some areas reminded me of a very green Switzerland. But the rainforests were wonderful. Orchids hanging from the trees! Loved all of your pictures. I felt refreshed just looking at the water photos.
All well in the hood. Cooling off. Our 50th is this weekend!
Looking forward to the next chapter in your adventure.
contessa says
50th!!!!!!!!!!AUGURI!
MORE PHOTOS TO FOLLOW!
THANKS, Libby!
XX
Shireen says
Contessa! Beautiful pictures! You need to make a book out of it! And include pictures of the CAIMAN! See you soon! Xoxo S
contessa says
A BOOK!
AND the spelling is CAIMEN???THANK YOU for correcting ME!
Look forward to visiting on our way to SONOMA!
XX
bonnie groves poppe says
What a kind and thoughtful Italian you have. If you run across any spares I’d have one! They are Caymans and they are related to alligators. I’ve not been to CR, it looks amazing. I have traveled in the Yucatan and seen similar creatures, alligators, monkeys, iguanas, hordes of butterflies. They are harmless, as you say its the tiny ones who bite that are most annoying.
bonnie in provence
contessa says
HELLO BONNIE!
THANK YOU!
SO, FUNNY I found MY spelling and SHIREEN found another SPELLING and now YOU with A THIRD that LOOKS like it would be the way to GO!
I have been asked to CLONE Him a FEW TIMES………
Truly I AM ONE LUCKY GIRL!
XX
Penelope Bianchi says
I thought it was “Caiman”! I have an old Chanel purse made of it! It would be called “Vintage”!
I bought it new! I’m “vintage”, too!!!
Michele says
Happy Anniversary!! I loved these pictures – especially the SLOTH. I’ll show Meghan, I think it’s her spirit animal LOL
Michele
Diane says
So beautiful and amazing. Adventurous leisure looks gorgeous on you and Papa both. Paul will have sloth envy. And thank you for those luscious fleurs! Way to ring in the 31st year! Bring on Costa Rica Duo!
More celebrating to come~
contessa says
I have a SLOTH video for PAUL will send PRONTO!!!!!!!XX
Lisa says
Looks like a whole lifetime’s worth of fun:). So nice to see you so happy and carefree.
Ros Short says
What a way to go! Paradise on steroids .Congrats on your BIG wedding anniversary , you look so relaxed , stylish!! & HAPPY Hang onto that Italian, your Mum was so wise , Enjoy many more years ahead dear Contessa , you make me smile & I feel so enriched to have spent time with you on that Brocante tour .You are so Real many hugs Ros
contessa says
Thanks ROS!We saw SHARON last night at a book signing………you were missed!I got a little shopping in before BUT No JONNY WAS!!!!!ARe you still wearing THAT DRESS?!!!XX
contessa says
VIA EMAIL:
Caro marito Italiano della Contessa,
sei nato e cresciuto e vissuto nella parte piu’ Italiana d’Italia!
Hai sposato un’Americana piu’ Italiana delle donne Italiane. E’ bella, formosa, solare, generosa, elegante e tanto altro …
Ho visto con piacere le foto del viaggio per il vostro trentesimo anniversario di matrimonio, posti molto belli ed invitanti, ma la parte interessante siete voi due, la spontaneita’ e la freschezza delle immagini in cui siete insieme.
Nelle foto che la Contessa ti ha scattato appari felice, un sorriso ti aleggia sul volto, ti brillano gli occhi.
Perche’ non ripetere questa fantastica esperienza ad ogni anniversario di matrimonio d’ora in poi?
Dalla nostra capitale ti mando un invito “ carpe diem “ e fai felice la Contessa.
Piedmont Pembroke Parent says
Ma Chere Contessa,
Lucky girl, you married the ultimate Italian: loads of charm, handsome, intelligent conversationalist, a great cook and he WORKS! You, ma cherie, looked pretty damn glamorous…tres chic.
So happy to see that you took a second honeymoon in fantastic Costa Rica.
Photos were so much fun. No neither of you will ever resemble that iguana!
PPP
Heather in Arles says
Look at all of these comments!!! I can’t believe it! Actually, I can because everyone loved this post as much as I did. More please! It looks so very beautiful there. And you did too! I was happy that you published a good photo of the Italian because he is as handsome as he is charming. 🙂 Or maybe you don’t want your readers to know? As I have said before, you two deserve each other perfectly.
Much Love to you
H
JJ says
Everything looks so wonderful! You both look very happy. I think he might be hooked to try another vacation.
contessa says
HOPE SO!
XX
Nita says
What a treat to see these photos! Elizabeth, you are so funny.. I loved each caption! Looks dream like, and all those amazing animals! Perfect combination of animal life and spa retreat! Perfect vacation planning Giampiero!!!
Wendy Barrett says
Happy Anniversary!! What a fabulous way to celebrate – your photos are amazing!
You have such a divine sense of fashion – I always love to see what you are wearing!
contessa says
I keep hearing that WENDY!MY clothes what I wear………to be honest I tried to travel light and the CAFTAN’s worked.I have given up shorts FOR GOOD as I do not care for my legs at all.That was the FIRST to go on me about 15 years ago………..I have terrible varicose veins.SO, the long flowing dresses worked perfectly for the hot weather and COMFORT!
Lovely to hear from YOU!
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cherie says
WOW, have I missed A LOT! I have been so crazy with out of town guest, my kids schedules, etc. that I can barely get my posts done. Your trip sounds and looks perfect Contessa!! What a wonderful trip, just the two of you. And, I have to say that I am very impressed that the “Italian” husband planned it all. You have inspired me to plan a getaway with my hubby. Love all your travel outfits, especially the towel one that you accessorized!! My favorite photo though has to be the sloth – LOVE them. XO
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Jen says
Oh, it looks fabulous!
Marsha says
Well, this definitely proves you have it ALL !!!
I love your attire throughout & I love your attitude. I also love your husband. ALL husbands should be like this, don’t you think? Tell Sharon hello for me, please.
Theresa says
HOW ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL FOR YOU BOTH.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!! Thank you for sharing.
Priscilla Pilkington says
Such an amazing trip,certainly worth the wait!!! Memories galore and such wonderful ones. Gorgeous hotels,food and drinks and you both look so relaxed,contented and happy with perfectly chosen outfits.Loved all the photos and I agree the cows by the river photo would make a beautiful painting. Exotic birds,butterflies and flowers,animals, even the lizards and sloth liked ALL photos and look forward to seeing your album 2. Costa Rica definitely moved up my bucket list,thank you.
Mrs B says
It all looks so utterly beautiful, I love the view from your room, you are terribly good looking couple. I have say though, that the Italian immigrants here that I know work and have worked ( in the generation past) their butts off!
Heather says
Contessa DARLING!!! What a fabulous trip! You look utterly blissful, as well you should. Congrats on 30 years of marriage and your birthday (mine was the 15th of July–In that charming Parisian apartment of Corey’s!). Costa Rica is on our short list of travels and this place looks to die for…no wonder you didn’t want to leave-cool drink, infinity pool, sunsets…romance…
LOVE it all!
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contessa says
I SAW you had a BIRTHDAY the SAME MONTH as ME!I LOVE COREY”S APARTMENT In the 14TH!Looking forward to seeing YOU at CINDY & MARYANN’s GET TOGETHER!I WANT TO HEAR MORE!!!!!!!!
AS FOR COSTA RICA……..it is SO DOABLE………..MUST check in with me on THAT as well!
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