Toucans are one of my favorite birds and Costa Rica is a great place to see them. There are 6 toucans in Costa Rica: Keel-billed toucan, Black-mandibled toucan (Yellow throated), Yellow-eared toucan, Fiery-billed Aracari, Collarred Aracari and Emerald Toucanet. In this post, you’ll find out some toucan facts and the best places to see toucans […]
Applying For Residency in Costa Rica (By Marriage to a Costa Rican)
After several years of living in Costa Rica, Yeison and I tied the knot in Costa Rica and I received my Costa Rican residency. There are five different ways to obtain residency in Costa Rica, I took the route of residency through marriage to a Costa Rican. Please note I’m not a lawyer or know […]
Awesome Things to Do in Manuel Antonio + Day Trips
Manuel Antonio‘s beautiful white sand beaches, lush rainforests and abundant wildlife makes it one of the best places for first timers in Costa Rica. If you are wondering “What is there to do in Manuel Antonio besides the beach?” don’t worry! Manuel Antonio has plenty of fun things to do to keep your days busy. […]
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 […]
10 Awesome Things to do in Turrialba
Turrialba is a small city in Cartago, famous for the active Turrialba volcano. Also known for outdoor adventure, Turrialba provides a well rounded experience for those looking to enjoy local life, nature and adventure. So if you’re thinking about visiting, here are our favorite things to do in Turrialba. One of the reasons we loved […]
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. […]