Turrialba is a small agricultural town in Cartago, famous for the active Turrialba volcano. In addition to the volcano, Turrialba is an excellent town in Costa Rica for visitors looking for less touristic destinations and to get off the beaten path. Here are our favorite things to do in Turrialba. This post has affiliate links […]
Heredia, Costa Rica: The City of Flowers
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 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 […]
San Jose, Costa Rica: Travel Guide to the Capital City
If you want to check out San Jose, the capital city of Costa Rica, you can easily do it in 1 or 2 days. You can see a few cultural sites and enjoy some historical things to do in San Jose, Costa Rica. If you have a day or two in San Jose, here are […]