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Best Day Trips from San Jose, Costa Rica
Are you looking for the best day trips from San Jose, Costa Rica? If you’re using the city as a home base for your trip, San…
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Rio Celeste, Costa Rica: The Complete Visitor’s Guide to the Magical Sky Blue River
If you’re planning on visiting the enchanting Rio Celeste, Costa Rica then here is everything you need to know about the sky blue river inside Tenorio…
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Is Costa Rica Safe? What to Know and Safety Tips from Locals
Costa Rica is commonly stated as one of the safest countries to travel to. However, there are some things to keep in mind so in this…
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Catalina Islands (Islas Catalina): Scuba Diving, Snorkeling and Boat Trips
If you’re staying in the north part of the Guanacaste province around Flamingo, Conchal, Tamarindo, Grande, Potrero, Las Catalinas or Brasilito, one of our favorite things…
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San Jose International Airport Costa Rica (Juan Santamaria SJO Airport)
Costa Rica’s main international airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport, commonly known as the San Jose International Airport in Alajuela. It’s much bigger than its fellow…
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Where to Stay in La Fortuna
La Fortuna is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Costa Rica thanks to the nearby active Arenal Volcano, tropical rainforest and many fun outdoor…
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Arenal 4 in 1 Combination Tour: Experience the Best of La Fortuna
There are so many activities to do in Arenal and La Fortuna that it can be difficult to narrow down which ones are the best to…
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Practical Information About Costa Rica Travel
In this guide, we share with you detailed and up to date practical information about Costa Rica travel. This will be especially helpful if it’s your…
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La Fortuna 3 Day Itinerary: What to Do for 2, 3 or 4 Days
La Fortuna is one of the best destinations in Costa Rica for visitors. This friendly local town near Arenal Volcano offers a plethora of fun outdoor…
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Traveling as a Vegan or Vegetarian in Costa Rica (Gluten Free/Food Allergies Included)
Although much of the Costa Rican diet has meat as farming is a huge industry, it is not terribly difficult to visit Costa Rican as a…
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The Best Sunscreen in Costa Rica to Protect Your Skin
One of the most important things to pack for your trip to Costa Rica is sunscreen. Costa Rica is a tropical country just 8 to 12…
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2 Week Costa Rica Itinerary: Volcano, Rain Forest, Cloud Forest and Beach
Need tips for planning your 2 week Costa Rica trip? We can help! We put together this exact 2 week Costa Rica itinerary for my family…
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