Our family recently stayed at Botanika Osa Peninsula in Puerto Jimenez. We have visited Puerto Jimenez many times during our years living in Costa Rica, so we were curious about …
Hotel Review: Arenal Springs Resort & Spa, La Fortuna
Our family recently stayed at Arenal Springs Resort and Spa in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. In this post, we’ll give an overview of what the property is like and share …
Parador Resort and Spa Review: Our Family Stay in Manuel Antonio
Our family recently stayed at the Parador Resort and Spa in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. In this post, we’ll give an overview of what the property is like and share …
9 BEST Things to Do in Bijagua (Rio Celeste)
Nestled in a lush valley between two dormant volcanoes lies the tranquil town of Bijagua. While many travelers visit this area for the famous Rio Celeste Waterfall, the peaceful countryside …
Getting Mail and Packages in Costa Rica
In this series of posts, we answer common Costa Rica questions. Today, we’re talking about something that confuses many people planning to stay long-term: how to receive mail and packages …
Ants in Costa Rica: Bites and Stings
In this series of posts, we answer common Costa Rica travel questions. Today, we’re talking about those tiny creatures that sometimes crash beach picnics and jungle walks – ants! We’ll …
19 Unique Things to Do in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
La Fortuna is Costa Rica’s activities’ capital, offering an incredible mix of things to do. Whether you want to soak in Arenal Volcano’s famous hot springs, zip line through the …
Snorkeling Near Manual Antonio and Jaco
In this series of posts, we answer common Costa Rica travel questions. Today, we’ll talk about snorkel spots near Manuel Antonio and Jaco. We’ll cover what beaches are good for …
Santa Teresa or Samara for Teen Surf Lessons & Culture
In this series of posts, we answer common travel questions about Costa Rica. This question is about whether Santa Teresa or Samara would be a better fit for a family …
Traveling from La Fortuna, Costa Rica to Nicaragua
In this series of posts, we answer common questions about traveling to Costa Rica. Today we’re talking about ways to travel from La Fortuna, Costa Rica (Arenal area) to the …