Although Costa Rica is a small country, it’s fame for being a healthy and happy country has grown greatly thanks to the exploding popularity of the Blue Zones. Blue Zones are communities where a large population of their residents experience extraordinary longevity and the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica is one of the five original […]
Drive from San Jose to Tamarindo and Vice Versa
***IMPORTANT!!!!!! As of April 1, the Friendship Bridge (Puente La Amistad) on Route 18 will be closed for 3 months due to closures. You will need to drive via Route 1 through Liberia or take the Paquera ferry across the Gulf of Nicoya to Puntarenas. The easiest would be to drive on Route 1, as […]
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Los Chiles – Day Trip from La Fortuna
Although the national parks steal the spotlight in Costa Rica as best places for wildlife and nature, refuges should not be overlooked. One such wildlife refuge is the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is such an important protected area that it was named a RAMSAR site, an international title given to the […]
Mawamba Lodge: Tortuguero Lodge Between the Sea and River
If you wan to visit Tortuguero but don’t know how to start planning your trip, this review of Mawamba Lodge will definitely help you. Surrounded by the ocean and river canals, Tortuguero is a unique destination in Costa Rica to experience the magical wonders of the Caribbean jungle. However,, lodging options are limited and it […]
The Springs Resort and Spa Arenal Review
If you’re looking for a luxury hotel in Arenal, the Springs Resort and Spa Arenal is one of the best. It has a large property with its own adventure center, a spa, several on-site restaurants, luxury private villas and a stunning view of Arenal Volcano. The Springs Resort and Spa is ideal for honeymooners, couples […]
Avoid These Common Costa Rica Tourist Scams
Although Costa Rica is a fairly safe country, it would be irresponsible of me to say that there aren’t any tourist scams. Since tourism is one of their main sources of income and the country is receiving over 2 million visitors a year, travel scams in Costa Rica do exist. Common Costa Rica Tourist Scams […]