Turrialba, a little farming town in the Cartago province is a wonderful place for visitors get a sense of the small town Costa Rican charm. Mostly known for agriculture and textiles, it’s popularity as a tourist destination is growing with authentic local experiences, outdoor adventure, historical landmarks and an active volcano. Here is all you […]
Cafe Britt Coffee Tour: An Entertaining Costa Rican Coffee Experience
If you’re curious to learn about Costa Rican coffee and why it’s rated so highly, then a coffee tour is a must. For the leisurely coffee drinker, the Britt Coffee Tour is an excellent option for an educational yet entertaining and interactive coffee experience to sample some of the best golden beans of Costa Rica. […]
Tips for Traveling as a Vegan or Vegetarian in Costa Rica (also has tips for gluten free and food allergy travelers)
Vegetarian food in Costa Rica is much more readily available than people think. Although much of the Costa Rican diet has meat as farming is a huge industry, vegetarian dishes are not hard to find. You can find delicious vegan and vegetarian Costa Rican food wherever you go. This post has affiliate links which we […]
Where to See Turtles in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is home to five of the seven species of sea turtles, making it one of the best places to see turtles in the world. If seeing turtles is on your bucket list, then read on to find out where the best places are to see sea turtles in Costa Rica, Costa Rica turtle […]
Yummy Tropical Fruits in Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s favorable climate and fertile soil allows all sorts of fruits and vegetables to grow plentifully. Whether the fruit you see in Costa Rica is native or exotic, they are all worth trying! You will definitely get your fill of fresh Costa Rican fruit like papaya, watermelon and mango but make sure to check […]
Applying For Residency in Costa Rica (By Marriage to a Costa Rican)
After several years of living in Costa Rica, Jason and I tied the knot in Costa Rica and I received my Costa Rican residency. There are five different ways to obtain residency in Costa Rica, I took the route of residency through marriage to a Costa Rican. Please note I’m not a lawyer or know […]