One of the most magical places in Costa Rica is the Osa Peninsula. Famous for housing the largest national park in the country, a lush rain forest and incredible coastlines, the Peninsula de Osa contains so much biodiversity within its jungles that renown biologists and scientists visit specifically to study the flora and fauna. However, one […]
Catarata del Toro Waterfall: A 270 Foot Beauty Deep in the Rainforest
If you love waterfalls, then you will have to put Catarata del Toro on your list of places to see in Costa Rica. This stunning waterfall stands at an impressive 270 feet(82 meters) inside an old volcano crater in the rain forest. Owned and operated by a Costa Rican-Dutch couple, they transformed a little piece […]
Hotel Bahia del Sol, Potrero: Quiet Beachfront Resort
The quiet, laid back town of Potrero offers tourists an excellent home base in Guanacaste. It’s close to some of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica, it has a welcoming local atmosphere and it is not as busy or crowded as nearby Flamingo or Brasilito. If you plan to stay in Potrero and are […]
Ostional Wildlife Refuge: See the Biggest Gathering of Turtles in Costa Rica
As one of the most important locations in the world to see turtles in Costa Rica, Ostional Wildlife Refuge is a must visit for animal lovers. This refuge protects 238 hectares of protected land, including 15 km of beach where thousands of turtles lay their eggs. This is one of the best things to do […]
Playa Hermosa: Stunning Costa Ballena Beach
With dark sand, beautiful sunsets and a lush jungle backdrop, Playa Hermosa in Uvita is a special one to see for visitors. Joining the ranks of other Playa Hermosas in Costa Rica (Playa Hermosa in Guanacaste, Playa Hermosa by Jaco and Playa Hermosa in Santa Teresa), you won’t be disappointed by this very beautiful beach! […]
See Nicaragua in a Day with the Nicaragua Tour from Costa Rica
If you’re staying in Guanacaste, I highly recommend taking the one day Nicaragua tour from Costa Rica. It’s a great day trip for visitors staying in Playas del Coco, Tamarindo, Liberia or La Cruz (Dreams Las Mareas). This is an excellent way to see another country, especially if you don’t plan on visiting Nicaragua in […]