Some of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica require a bit more effort to visit. Their remote location keeps away the average beachgoer and gives those willing to explore …
Car Seats in Costa Rica
Traveling to Costa Rica with young kids takes a little extra planning. You have to think about what to pack, how best to get around, and other important logistics. One …
Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific Coast: Regional Snapshot
Last Updated: November 8, 2024 If you’re looking for peaceful seclusion and abundant nature, Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast is the perfect place to find it. With lush rainforest, spectacular …
Costa Rica with Kids: Essential Planning Tips
Last Updated: October 8, 2024 As any parent knows, taking a trip with the kids is always an adventure. Routines are disrupted and everything that is familiar changes. But that …
A Rainforest Tram Ride in Jaco
Costa Rica’s rainforests are amazing to hike through, and if you have read some of our national parks’ posts, you’ll see why. But viewing the rainforest, in all its grandeur, …
Pavones: Surfing and Seclusion on the Southern Pacific
Far down Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, near the border with Panama, you will find the rural beach town of Pavones. Pavones isn’t well known, mostly because it is so hard …
Costa Rica’s Central Valley: Regional Snapshot
Home to almost three-quarters of the country’s population, the Central Valley is Costa Rica’s cultural and economic center. Long ago, farmers used oxcarts and horses to traverse the surrounding green …
Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast: Regional Snapshot
While often overlooked, Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast has a lot to offer visitors. It has some of the country’s most scenic beaches, with turquoise water and a wild jungle backing. …
Moving to Costa Rica: 7 Years Abroad
This past July marked our seven-year anniversary of moving to Costa Rica. It’s amazing to think how different life would be if we never took the chance. When we first …
Traveling to Costa Rica During Covid-19: Entry Requirements, Protocols & What to Expect
Last Updated: June 15, 2022 With the Covid-19 pandemic, travel as we know it has certainly changed. But what is traveling to Costa Rica like right now? With some key …