As someone who spent much of her childhood in and around water and studied to be a marine biologist, I had always wanted to get my scuba diving certification. I completed my PADI open water certification in Costa Rica and if you are thinking about scuba diving in Costa Rica or getting your certification, here’s […]
The Best Costa Rica Maps, Brochures and Guides
If you’re planning your first trip to Costa Rica, we highly recommend getting a Costa Rica map to help you get around and orient yourself. Getting a map is one of the first things we do when we book a trip. It makes travel planning much easier! Here are our recommended Costa Rica maps and […]
Lago Cote (Lake Cote): Peace and Serenity (and UFOS) at Costa Rica’s Largest Natural Lake
If you’re looking for a more “off the beaten path” place to visit in Costa Rica or if you’re into the more weird and curious destinations, head to Lake Cote (Lago Cote). Not only is it the largest natural lake in Costa Rica but this place holds great culture importance, particularly to the indigenous Maleku […]
Our Favorite Costa Rican Snacks
Who doesn’t love snacks? Yeison and I do and we loooove trying the local snacks whenever we travel abroad. It’s a ton of fun to browse the supermarkets seeing what interesting snacks the locals eat. In Costa Rica, there are a lot of snacks in the chips, crackers and cookies variety. In this post, I […]
10 Great Hikes in Costa Rica
With over 26 national parks, wildlife refuges and private reserves, hiking in Costa Rica offers incredible experiences exploring the stunning scenery, landscapes and nature. From easy coastal walks to challenging mountainous climbs, Costa Rica has plenty of of diverse hiking trails suitable for every level. Most of the hikes in Costa Rica lead to a […]
Costa Rica Soda: Eat Like a Local in a Traditional Restaurant
When you visit Costa Rica and you want good local food, you have to eat at a soda. Trust me. You haven’t experienced real Costa Rica if you don’t eat at a soda. Oh and no I don’t mean eat next to a pop can! Sodas are what Costa Ricans call their local Costa Rican […]