If you are early in your trip planning and starting to wonder how to get around, this article is for you. Here, we’ll explain the different transportation options in Costa …
Using the Puntarenas-Naranjo Ferry
Last Updated: August 22, 2024 Taking a ferry to cross Costa Rica’s wide Gulf of Nicoya is a fun way to break up a long drive. In this article, we’ll …
Cano Blanco Boat Taxi to Tortuguero
One of the most important things to know about visiting Tortuguero is that you’ll need to take a boat or small plane to get there. This village on Costa Rica’s …
Dekra: Costa Rica’s Annual Vehicle Inspection
Costa Rica’s annual vehicle inspection, known as Dekra (previously Riteve), can make even the most carefree person stressed out. Will the car pass easily or will you have to pay …
International Driving Permit in Costa Rica
Most tourists traveling to Costa Rica can use their license from their home country to drive. But visitors from some countries will need an international driving permit. Likewise, people who …
Rainy Season Driving in Costa Rica
If you have read our post, Driving in Costa Rica: What to Know Before You Go, you have probably picked up some tips for your upcoming trip. But how about …
Renting a Car in Costa Rica: Clearing Up the Confusion
Last Updated: August 13, 2024 If you’ve looked into renting a car for your trip to Costa Rica, you may be uneasy about the details. Maybe you’re unsure about the …
Shuttles in Costa Rica: How They Work and When to Use Them
Last Updated: June 12, 2024 Transportation is one of the most stressful parts of a planning a trip to Costa Rica. There is so much conflicting information about road conditions, …
Driving to Monteverde: Best Routes and Road Conditions
Updated: February 2, 2020 Monteverde is one of Costa Rica’s most unique destinations. This humble mountain town, best known for its cloud forests, is far removed from any other tourist …
Taking the Puntarenas-Paquera Ferry
Last Updated: September 11, 2024 With Costa Rica’s zigzagging roads and spread out destinations, getting from point A to point B can be either half the fun or the most …