Due to the 2020 pandemic, travel has changed quite a bit, especially the way people travel. People are seeking out more “off the beaten path” destinations, away from crowd. Although Costa Rica is a very touristic country, there are still ways to enjoy the country without crowds, even in the touristy places. Even though the […]
What to Do in Playa Hermosa (Santa Teresa): Accommodation, Food & Activities
Located in the Nicoya Peninsula, Playa Hermosa is one of the many beautiful beaches near the bustling surf town of Santa Teresa. It is also a great surfing beach so you won’t have to go far to catch waves and there are a handful of lodging and food options. Since it’s about a 15 minute […]
How to Take the Bus from Jaco to Manuel Antonio National Park
One of the best day trips from Jaco is to Manuel Antonio National Park. This national park is one of the most popular parks in Costa Rica with hiking trails, white sand beaches and abundant wildlife. Even though Jaco and Manuel Antonio are only about 70 kilometers apart (43 miles), the beaches are very different. […]
Adventure Inn San Jose – A Hotel with Character near San Jose Airport
Since San Jose International Airport is the bigger of the two international airports in Costa Rica, there’s a good chance that you’ll be flying in and out of there. Whether you’re staying in San Jose for a couple days or just passing through, you might need to stay near the San Jose International Airport for […]
Learning About Costa Rican Coffee with Doka Estate Coffee Tour
If you love coffee, then you must take a coffee tour in Costa Rica. Costa Rica produces some of the world’s highest quality coffee. There are many coffee tours in Costa Rica, from full on plantation tours to roasting tours. The best coffee tours are the ones where coffee grows the best in Costa Rica, […]
Pacuare White Water Rafting Class 3 & 4: One of the Best Adventures in Costa Rica
Forward! Hard! Duro, duro! I could hear our guide’s voice behind me, yelling us to paddle stronger as we quickly approached the next rapid. I tightened my grip and paddled as hard as I could, sputtering water out of my mouth and bracing for the wave to hit us. Woosh! Water splashed all over me […]