Costa Rica is a small country, but it still takes a while to get from place to place. When designing an itinerary, choosing the right airport to fly in and …
Selvatura Park: Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Walk
Last Updated: May 13, 2024 One of the best ways to explore Costa Rica’s unique cloud forest environment is by walking along hanging bridges. These suspension bridges literally bring you …
What It’s Like to Live in Costa Rica in Rainy Season
If you’re thinking of moving to Costa Rica, you probably picture your new life filled with endless sunshine and clear blue skies. Costa Rica definitely has that for a good …
Playas del Coco: Costa Rica with all the Comforts
Remote jungle wilderness is not for everyone. Many people come to Costa Rica looking for a warm, sunny location that has conveniences nearby. In a nutshell, that describes Playas del …
The Sloth Sanctuary at Selvatura in Monteverde
Most people visiting Costa Rica want to see a sloth. These adorable creatures are native to Costa Rica but only live in certain regions. Even in those places where it …
Playa Nacascolo: Calm, Peaceful Water on the Papagayo Peninsula
With more surfing than swimming beaches, Costa Rica is not a destination known for glassy, see-through waters. Many beaches are stunningly beautiful but have crashing waves and strong currents. There …
Playa Penca: A Gorgeous Hidden Beach in Guanacaste
Last Updated: April 25, 2024 Guanacaste is home to many beautiful beaches. This section of coastline along the northern Pacific coast is carved with inlets and coves. The topography makes …
Playa Ocotal: A Relaxing Black Sand Beach
If you are visiting Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Province, you no doubt have beaches on your list. This part of the country has all types. From sandy expanses to rocky coves …
Private Schools in Costa Rica: Part 2, List of Options
In a recent post, we gave some background on private schools in Costa Rica. We explained about the different types of accreditations, options for types of schools, costs, and the …
Traveling to Costa Rica: The Basics
Last Updated: September 1, 2023 If you’re just getting started with your trip planning, you may have some basic questions about Costa Rica. Where exactly is it located? What are …