Visiting the Guanacaste province and want to explore the coast? Head up north to Playa Iguanita and find some lovely lesser known beaches where you can enjoy crystal clear waters and soft sand to lay in all to yourself. One such beach in particular is Playa Iguanita, a lovely beach inside the Iguanita Wildlife Refuge […]
An Incredible Two Weeks in Costa Rica Itinerary: Discover the Caribbean and Pacific
Visiting Costa Rica for two weeks but not sure where to go? This two weeks in Costa Rica sample itinerary will help! We put together this specific trip for some friends who wanted to experience both the Caribbean and the Pacific sides of the country. In this 14 days Costa Rica itinerary, you will be […]
How to Find Cheap Flights to Costa Rica
As someone who travels frequently to and from Costa Rica, I’m always looking for flights and trying to find the best price. So if you’re on the hunt for your plane ticket, read about my experiences and tips. Also make sure to check our Costa Rica trip planning timeline for more advice on booking your […]
What to Know About Visiting Costa Rica in the Rainy Season
Though majority of visitors want to see Costa Rica in all its sunny glory, there’s something magical about Costa Rica in rainy season. Visitors CAN still have an incredible time in Costa Rica during rainy season despite what you may have read, but there are some things to know so you come fully prepared. Below […]
Tips for Flying From Seattle to Costa Rica: Best Itineraries and Cheap Airline Tickets
I grew up in Washington state so when I began visiting Costa Rica, SeaTac was the airport I flew out of. SeaTac is a big airport but unfortunately not a hub to Central America. The one good thing is that there are many different ways to fly from Seattle to Costa Rica but it does […]
Mawamba Lodge: Tortuguero Lodge Between the Sea and River
If you wan to visit Tortuguero but don’t know how to start planning your trip, this review of Mawamba Lodge will definitely help you. Surrounded by the ocean and river canals, Tortuguero is a unique destination in Costa Rica to experience the magical wonders of the Caribbean jungle. However,, lodging options are limited and it […]