One of Costa Rica’s most remote, wild and intense places is Cocos Island National Park. This isolated oceanic island, located 550 kilometers (340 miles) off the Pacific coast is a safe haven for marine wildlife, specifically sharks. As an uninhabited island covered in tropical rain and cloud forest with a famously rich history, Cocos Island […]
What is April in Costa Rica Like?
April is a great month to visit Costa Rica. Being the last month of the tropical dry season, it is hot, hot, hot. If Holy Week (Semana Santa/Easter) falls in April, expect lots of crowds, lines and traffic. Since Holy Week is usually the first or second week of April, crowds start thinning out a […]
Grecia, Costa Rica: The Popular Mountain City for Expats
Grecia, the small town up in the mountains outside San Jose is one of the best places in Costa Rica to experience a typical local town with excellent weather and beautiful valley views. It’s one of the cleanest cities in Latin America and the most popular town for American and Canadian retirees who love mountains […]
Costa Rica in 8 Days Itinerary: Rainforest, Waterfalls, Volcano
How to visit Costa Rica in 8 days to soak up the tropical rainforest – use this itinerary! This fast paced itinerary goes to three of Costa Rica’s most popular national parks to see wildlife, nature and a volcano. The places you will go for your Costa Rica in 8 days trip is Tortuguero, Bijagua […]
Playa Pochote (Tambor): Low Key Tico Beach
Pochote is often passed over by tourists who favor its neighbor to the north but it’s actually perfect for anyone looking for a mellow authentic Costa Rican beach. So if you’re looking for a quiet beach in the area, head to Playa Pochote, a lovely dark sand beach with Scarlet Macaws. This post has affiliate […]
Costa Rica Trip Planning Timeline
Costa Rica trip planning can feel incredibly overwhelming. Although you can find tons of Costa Rica travel tips on this blog, it’s helpful to have a timeline to organize yourself. Our Costa Rica trip planning timeline will help you decide how far in advance you need to book tickets, activities, hotels and all the details. […]