This week we are celebrating 10 years of living in Costa Rica. Wow, how the time has flown! Back in 2013 when we first arrived, we thought we’d be able …
Heredia, Costa Rica: City Guide
Just a short drive from Costa Rica’s capital of San Jose is the smaller city of Heredia. This historic town has middle- and upper-class neighborhoods, universities, parks, and a downtown …
Toucan Rescue Ranch: Wildlife and Sloth Tour
If you’re in the San Jose area and would like to see a wildlife rehabilitation center, the Toucan Rescue Ranch is a great option. We recently visited and it was …
Adrian’s Coffee Tour Near San Ramon
Behind every good cup of coffee there is a story to be told. Years of hard work, thoughtful planning, coordination, perseverance, and execution. On the mountainside in San Ramon, not …
El Arca Botanical Garden & Restaurant
Not far from San Jose, on the outskirts of the city of Heredia, is a beautiful, little-known botanical garden. El Arca Botanical Garden has several gardens with everything from medicinal …
Why to Get Travel Insurance When Visiting Costa Rica
Many people are unsure why they need travel insurance for their trip to Costa Rica. In this post, we’ll explain why travel insurance is a good idea both to protect …
Using ATMs and Credit Cards in Costa Rica
One of the biggest questions people have when traveling to Costa Rica is how they will pay for things once they arrive. In this post, we’ll explain where and when …
Costa Cat’s Tortuga Island Beach & Snorkel Tour from Jaco
Last Updated: May 31, 2024 If you are visiting the Pacific coast near Jaco, one activity you’ll want to add to your list is a catamaran tour to the famous …
Monte de la Cruz: A Relaxing Locals’ Park in Heredia
When Costa Rica city dwellers want a relaxing time away, they often drive into the nearby hills to find a slice of nature. In this post, we’ll share one popular …
Cabo Matapalo: Wild Jungle on the Osa Peninsula
Tucked into the southern-most corner of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula is an area known as Cabo Matapalo. There isn’t much here, and that’s what makes it special. Remote beaches, bumpy …