As a country known for its biodiversity, there are many eco-lodges in Costa Rica for tourists to enjoy a stay in nature. One of those lodges, Maquenque Eco Lodge is one of the best places for birding and wildlife watching thanks to its location on the San Carlos River in the Maquenque Nature Reserve. Here […]
Boating in Playas del Coco: Private Beach Hopping, Snorkeling, Fishing and Surfing tours
When it comes to the ultimate beach vacation in Costa Rica, Playas del Coco, Guanacaste is one of the best places to do so. At first glance, the beach is not that impressive and what people don’t know is that right around the corner are stunning white sand beaches that you can have all to […]
Playa Pelada: Half Moon White Sand Beach in Nosara
Playa Pelada’s white sand, half moon shaped bay and rocky formations make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Nosara and in the Nicoya Peninsula. If you’re visiting Nosara, we highly recommend taking a day to Playa Pelada. This post has affiliate links which we may earn a small commission from if you choose […]
How to Renew US Passport in Costa Rica
Since I live in Costa Rica full time, I renewed my US passport in Costa Rica when my passport was one year to expire. This process is very easy as they offer the option to do it by mail, if you fulfill the requirements. You do NOT need to go to the US embassy in […]
Puerto Jimenez: The Heart of the Osa Peninsula
The small coastal village of Puerto Jimenez is the main tourism hub and launch point in the Osa Peninsula for those planning to visit Corcovado National Park. In this guide, we will share with you information about visiting Puerto Jimenez, including why you should visit, where to stay, what to do, how to get there […]
Samara: The Mellow Family Friendly Beach Town
The small village of Samara, Costa Rica in the Guanacaste province has been a long time favorite vacation spot for tourists, attracting visitors looking for a family friendly, fun and mellow beach town. In this guide, we will help you plan your trip to Samara. This post has affiliate links which we may earn a […]