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Destination: Flamingo, Costa Rica

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Sportfisher cruising past the breakwall out of the new Marina Flamingo. (Photo/Marina Flamingo)

By Carol M. Bareuther, RD

Fishing couple Jerry and Deborah Dunaway, of Madam and Hooker fame, were among the first to put the waters off Flamingo, Costa Rica, on the world sportfishing map. In fact, the duo’s 2-pound test Pacific sailfish records—a 111-pounder for Jerry in 1993 and a 102-pounder for Deborah in 1992—still stand in the IGFA record books. Closure of the marina in 2003, and the popularity of Los Sueños, with its good fishing and facilities to the south, stopped some traveling boats from putting Flamingo on their calendar.

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Hull 67 Launched by Jarrett Bay Boatworks

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Hull 67 sailing across the water.

Beaufort, NC – Hull 67 is the third new custom Jarrett Bay delivered in a 12-month interval and is another one-of-a-kind yacht. From afar, Renegade looks like a 56-foot convertible sportfish with a traditional flybridge. But upon closer inspection, you’ll find an additional lower helm station and convertible bulkhead. Thanks to these features, she is a unique hybrid with the ability to transform into a “hardtop express” at times. This design allows the owners to choose their mode of operation based on conditions and activities. They may either enjoy the 360-degree view from the climate-controlled luxury of an enclosed helm station salon or open it up like an express for the ease of movement and proximity to fishing action in the cockpit.

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Costa Rica Opening Up to All 50 US States Beginning of November

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Start planning your offshore trip because Nov. 1 is right around the corner.

Costa Rica will officially be reopening to visitors from all 50 US states starting November 1. However, Costa Rican authorities noted that requirements to enter Costa Rica, such as a negative PCR coronavirus test, remain unchanged.

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InTheBite Location Spotlight: Golfito Village Marina

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Located in the Golfo Dulce of southern Costa Rica, the Golfito Marina Village offers world class amenity surrounded by some of the best inshore and offshore fishing in Central America. A full service marina, with slips up to 265’, the Golfito Marina Village offers berth ownership and private residence options as well. Golfito is an offload point for yacht transport services and a focal point for sportfishing and mega yacht traffic in Central America. The Golfo Dolce provides a naturally-protected harbor and is home to an incredible fishery for roosterfish and other inshore species. The proximity to the sea mounts provides a world class blue marlin fishery that is complemented by consistent sailfish numbers and a highly productive yellowfin and trophy dorado fishery. Beyond the great fishing, the marina is a perfect place for touring the rainforest or paddle boarding around the protected waters.