The small beach of Playa Herradura, or horseshoe beach is a gem in the Central Pacific Coast. With green waters and calm waves surrounded by lush waves, Herrdura beach is an excellent beach to visit for the day from Jaco or as a home base. Previously a small fishing village, Herradura has turned into a […]
Playa Bejuco: Pure Beach Bliss
Playa Bejuco in Puntarenas is a beautiful dark sand beach that is the complete opposite to the nearby Jaco or Manuel Antonio, making it the perfect day trip for anyone looking to experience a more rural and natural beach in Costa Rica. It is also a fantastic beach town for any visitor looking to get […]
Marino Ballena National Park: The Humpback Whale Park
If you’re visiting the Costa Ballena in Costa Rica, Marino Ballena National Park is one of the top things to do in Uvita. This national park has some of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica, including a unique feature of a beach shaped like a whale’s tail, formed by the union of two separate […]
Playa Esterillos Oeste – A Surfing Beach with No Crowds
If you’re looking for a super chill, relax and local surfing beach, head to Playa Esterillos Oeste. Esterillos actually consists of three sections: Esterillos Oeste, Centro and Este stretching down the Central Pacific coast with Oeste as the most popular out of the three. Though the entire area of Esterillos is fairly big, Esterillos Oeste […]
Is Costa Rica Expensive to Travel? Costa Rica Travel Costs
How much does a trip to Costa Rica cost? Is Costa Rica expensive to visit? Since Costa Rica is known for being fairly expensive, cost is a legitimate concern. Many people wonder exactly how much is the cost of traveling in Costa Rica and how much they’ll spend on their vacation. Here is our detailed […]
3 in 1 Rainforest Tour From San Jose, Costa Rica (Day Trip)
The capital of Costa Rica, San Jose, has a favorable location in the Central Valley meaning it’s close to everything the country is known for: volcanoes, waterfalls, rivers, beaches, national parks and rainforest. Therefore, if you decide to base yourself in San Jose, you can experience and see a lot on one day sightseeing trips. […]