Cacao has always played an extremely important part in the Costa Rican indigenous communities’ culture. The beans were used as currency and festivals were held every year to celebrate cacao. It was and still is known as the “drink of Gods” to the indigenous groups. We did a chocolate tour in La Fortuna and really […]
Witch’s Rock (Roca Bruja): Ultimate Surf Spot in Costa Rica
For surfers dreaming of world class waves in a secluded spot in Costa Rica, Witch’s Rock is the place to go. With an impressive ancient rock formation and rolling mountains as the backdrop to nearly year round perfect tubes and barrels, a trip to Witch’s Rock will be one surfers will never forget. If you […]
Visit Curubande: Adventures and Breathtaking Nature in Rincon de la Vieja
When it comes to unique experiences and places in Costa Rica, Curubande de Liberia is one of them. This tiny town near the Rincon de la Vieja National Park may not seem like much at first glance, but it offers plenty when it comes to adventure and nature. It’s also one of the best places […]
Monteverde Night Walk: It is Definitely Worth it!
A night walk is one of the “must do’s” in Costa Rica and lots of people ask us if a Monteverde night walk is worth it. In this post, you’ll see why we absolutely think yes, a night walk in Monteverde is worth it! There are several private reserves to do a night walk and […]
Buena Vista Eco Adventure Park
People always ask me how many days they should stay in Costa Rica and the first thing I ask is, “What do you want to do?” If you’re here just to get some sun and relax, then I think 5 days is plenty but if you have an adventurous spirit and want to explore, give […]
Cost of Living in Costa Rica: Our $2000 a Month Budget
If you’ve researched living or moving to Costa Rica, one of the reasons for your move is probably the cost of living in Costa Rica. As Costa Rica is a top retiree destination for Europeans, Canada and USA, many retirees move here because of the cost of living in Costa Rica. It’s a lot cheaper […]