As a country known for its biodiversity, there are many eco-lodges in Costa Rica for tourists to enjoy a stay in nature. One of those lodges, Maquenque Eco Lodge is one of the best places for birding and wildlife watching thanks to its location on the San Carlos River in the Maquenque Nature Reserve. Here […]
How to Renew US Passport in Costa Rica
Since I live in Costa Rica full time, I renewed my US passport in Costa Rica when my passport was one year to expire. This process is very easy as they offer the option to do it by mail, if you fulfill the requirements. You do NOT need to go to the US embassy in […]
Puerto Jimenez: The Heart of the Osa Peninsula
If you plan to visit Corcovado National Park, the small coastal village of Puerto Jimenez is an excellent destination to visit in the Osa Peninsula. In this guide, we will share with you information about visiting Puerto Jimenez, including why you should visit, where to stay, what to do, how to get there and more. […]
Playa Barrigona: Gorgeous Local Beach by Samara
If you’re staying in Samara and would like to explore some of the lesser known beaches around, then you have to go to Playa Barrigona, a gorgeous beach about 40 minutes away. In this guide, you’ll read about how to plan your visit to Playa Barrigona. Please make sure to read the part about getting […]
8 Days Costa Rica Itinerary: Beach, Rainforest and Volcano
If you are looking for an 8 days Costa Rica itinerary, here is a fantastic one that goes to La Fortuna for rainforest and volcano and Playas del Coco for beach. It’s an easy itinerary to plan if you don’t want the hassle or stress of planning an extensive itinerary on your own. This itinerary […]
2 Week Costa Rica Itinerary: Volcano, Rain Forest, Cloud Forest and Beach
Need tips for planning your 2 week Costa Rica trip? We can help! We put together this exact 2 week Costa Rica itinerary for my family and friends. They absolutely loved it as it had the perfect mix of adventure, beaches, relaxation and rain forest. Furthermore, in this sample itinerary, you will find our personal […]