Although Cartago, Costa Rica is not very popular tourist destination, this province and capital city has much to offer when it comes to history and culture. Cartago served as the original capital city of Costa Rica from the 1500’s to 1800’s but was partially destroyed in 1732 by a volcanic eruption. Due to political reasons, […]
Bogarin Trail – Incredible La Fortuna Sloth Tour and Nature Walk
If you are visiting La Fortuna and want to see a sloth, then you must take a guided walk at Bogarin. The Bogarin Trail is one of the best places to see sloths in Costa Rica and it’s a great way to give back to the local community who are working hard to restore the […]
Irazu Volcano National Park: Highest Volcano in Costa Rica
As the tallest volcano in Costa Rica standing at 11,260 feet (3,432 meters), Irazu has impressed visitors for years and is one of the most popular in the country. It has even caught international attention as it was the starring feature in a famous Sony ad a few years ago. No noticeable activity has occurred […]
Playa Pochote (Tambor): Low Key Tico Beach
Pochote is often passed over by tourists who favor its Tambor neighbor but it’s actually perfect for anyone looking for a mellow authentic Costa Rican beach. Since Tambor has grown to become a resort destination with the all-inclusve Barcelo Tambor resort and Los Delfines Golf Club, it can get rowdy. So if you’re looking for […]
Playa Carrillo: The Unspoiled Crescent Beach
In Southern Guanacaste, you can find one of the most picturesque beaches in Costa Rica: Playa Carrillo. Palm trees dot the shore of this pristine crescent shaped beach, making it look like a sparkling Caribbean paradise. Carrillo is also one of the beaches that have been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag (Bandera Azul) award, given […]
Costa Rica Travel Insurance – Do You Need It? (A World Nomads Review)
One of the things you need to prepare for a trip abroad is travel insurance. I started purchasing travel insurance since my first trip to Costa Rica in 2010 and it’s one of the first things I do after booking a trip. You might be wondering if you need to purchase travel insurance for your […]
Playa Calzon de Pobre: The Beautiful Poor Man’s Beach
The Gulf of Papagayo is full of stunning hidden beaches and is the only place in Costa Rica that offers such spectacular beach hopping. Although the main beaches in the Gulf: Playas del Coco, Hermosa and Panama are not the most beautiful, they’re all right next to some incredible beaches. And one of those is […]