If you’re using San Jose as a home base or are driving from San Jose to Puerto Viejo or Tortuguero on the Caribbean coast, there is one adventure park just 45 minutes outside the city that offers a wonderful experience in the rainforest: Rainforest Adventures Atlantic Braulio Carrillo. This park borders the Braulio Carrillo National […]
Ocotal Beach: A Nice Local Beach in Guanacaste
If you’re looking for a quiet beach to stay at in the Gulf of Papagayo, check out Ocotal Beach. This small black sand beach is just a mere 3 km (1.9 miles) away from the popular beach town of Playas del Coco. This post will help you plan your trip to Ocotal Beach whether it’s […]
What to Know About Grocery Stores in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has a range of supermarkets which you can find nearly everything you need. Wherever you are in the country, there will be a supermarket, mini market or convenience store where you will be visiting. However, there are a few things to know before you grab a shopping cart which you can read in […]
Best Beaches in Costa Rica For the Ultimate Beach Vacation
Costa Rica has incredible beaches and an amazing coastline that provides the ultimate beach vacation. In this post, we will list the best beaches in Costa Rica to visit as well as recommendations for where to stay. This post has affiliate links which we may earn a small commission from if you choose to purchase, […]
Liberia: The White City Capital of Guanacaste
Liberia is the capital city of the Guanacaste province, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Costa Rica. Known locally as the Ciudad Blanca (White city) due to the white gravel of the surrounding soil, it’s a city that tourists may not stay in but need to know about. This is because the Guanacaste […]
Caribbean and Pacific Coast of Costa Rica: Which Should You Visit?
What is the best side of Costa Rica to stay on? What side of Costa Rica has better beaches? How can I visit both? What are the differences between the Caribbean and Pacific coast of Costa Rica? If you’re planning your trip to Costa Rica, you may be wondering these exact questions. Both sides of […]