Drake Bay is one of the most remote places in Costa Rica, tucked away in the northwest side of the Osa Peninsula. The location makes Drake Bay a sought after destination for visitors who want to get away from it all. For those who want to enjoy all Drake Bay has to offer without sacrificing […]
Arenal Volcano National Park: A Majestic Volcano in the Rainforest
Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the most most visited national parks in Costa Rica with several hiking trails and view points, making it a great outdoor activity from La Fortuna. It’s definitely a must do when you are in La Fortuna or the surrounding areas. Below is our guide to Arenal Volcano National […]
Cocos Island National Park: Treasure & Sharks on the Most Beautiful Island in the World
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 […]