Heredia, Costa Rica, the capital city of the province with the same name is locally known as the Ciudad de las Flores (city of flowers). This affectionate nickname came from the cultivation of beautiful flowers in its high mountain and also because Heredia is recognized as the city with the most beautiful Costa Rican women. […]
Costa Rica Passport and Entry Requirements
Before you travel, you should always check the Costa Rica passport requirements. In this post, you will learn about Costa Rica entry requirements and Costa Rica passport requirements. This post has affiliate links which we may earn a small commission from if you choose to purchase, at no extra cost to you. Listed prices are […]
Costa Rica Soda: Eat Like a Local in a Traditional Restaurant
When you visit Costa Rica and you want good local food, you have to eat at a soda. Trust me. You haven’t experienced real Costa Rica if you don’t eat at a soda. Oh and no I don’t mean eat next to a pop can! Sodas are what Costa Ricans call their local Costa Rican […]
Manuel Antonio: The Quintessential Coastal Town Rainforest Village
The small coastal village of Manuel Antonio is one of the top destinations in Costa Rica thanks to its plethora of luxury hotels, abundance of wildlife and beautiful tropical nature. For these reasons, Manuel Antonio holds many of the bests in Costa Rica: one of the best places to visit in Costa Rica, best beaches […]
Costa Rica Packing List: What to Pack For Any Destination, Any Time
What do I need to pack for Costa Rica? As one of the most common questions we get, this Costa Rica packing list post covers the essential items you need to bring. Pack smart for your Costa Rica trip, no matter when you visit and where you visit. This post has affiliate links which we […]
Poas Volcano National Park: The Volcano in the Cloud Forest
Just 1.5 hours from downtown San Jose, Poas Volcano National Park is an excellent day trip from San Jose and national park to visit. At Poas Volcano National Park, visitors can see two volcano craters 2000 meters up in the cloud forest. This post has affiliate links which we may earn a small commission from […]