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 may contain affiliate links, meaning we may earn […]
The Best Sunscreen in Costa Rica to Protect Your Skin
One of the most important things to pack for your trip to Costa Rica is sunscreen. Costa Rica is a tropical country just 8 to 12 degrees north of the equator so the sun is very strong. Like what we’ve done with testing out the best mosquito repellent for Costa Rica, here are our recommended […]
Shots Needed for Costa Rica
If you plan to visit Costa Rica soon, this is what you need to know regarding vaccinations and shots required to visit Costa Rica. Please note that Costa Rica does not require tourists to be COVID-19 vaccinated to visit. Fully vaccinated and unvaccinated people are welcome to visit Costa Rica. The only vaccination required to […]
Is Costa Rica Safe? What to Know and Safety Tips from Locals
Costa Rica is commonly stated as one of the safest countries to travel to. However, there are some things to keep in mind so in this post, we will answer your question Is Costa Rica safe? Is Costa Rica Safe for Tourists? Yes, Costa Rica is a safe country to visit. Costa Rica is safe […]
Arenal 4 in 1 Combination Tour: Experience the Best of La Fortuna
There are so many activities to do in Arenal and La Fortuna that it can be difficult to narrow down which ones are the best to do. If you’re only in the area for a couple days, you can maximize your time by doing an Arenal 4 in 1 combination tour which lets you experience […]
Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve: The Lesser Visited Cloud Forest
Many people don’t realize there are actually three cloud forest reserves in Monteverde with Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve as the most popular. But if you aren’t keen about being around a lot of tour groups, then you should visit the sister reserve, Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (La Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena). The […]