I don’t actually remember feeling extreme wanderlust before going to Costa Rica. I did not choose a career based on any reasonable factors, like income potential, and did not expect to be able to afford many adventures.  But after a few years of full-time employment, I decided I could afford to give myself a great birthday present – a trip to Costa Rica! As international destinations go, Costa Rica is pretty affordable.  It’s a great country to dip your toes into a new culture without being overwhelmed. The country gets plenty of tourism, and the supporting infrastructure provides lots of options to a new traveler.  And so a friend and…