Hotel Bougainvillea may be right in the heart of Heredia, one of the large metropolitan cities in the Central Valley, but it is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. With its beautiful botanical gardens, full of vibrant tropical flowers, trees and plants, Hotel Bougainvillea is more than just your typical hotel. If you’re looking […]
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Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise
One of the best things to do in Manuel Antonio is a catamaran cruise. These cruises depart from Quepos and sail out to sea, around the bays and peninsulas for a fun day out in the ocean. Guests have opportunities to snorkel, swim and see wildlife. We did a morning catamaran cruise in Manuel Antonio […]
Playa Barrigona: Gorgeous Local Beach by Samara
If you’re staying in Samara and would like to explore some of the lesser known beaches around, then you have to go to Playa Barrigona, a gorgeous beach about 40 minutes away. In this guide, you’ll read about how to plan your visit to Playa Barrigona. Please make sure to read the part about getting […]
8 Days Costa Rica Itinerary: Beach, Rainforest and Volcano
If you are looking for an 8 days Costa Rica itinerary, here is a fantastic one that goes to La Fortuna for rainforest and volcano and Playas del Coco for beach. It’s an easy itinerary to plan if you don’t want the hassle or stress of planning an extensive itinerary on your own. This itinerary […]
2 Week Costa Rica Itinerary: Volcano, Rain Forest, Cloud Forest and Beach
Need tips for planning your 2 week Costa Rica trip? We can help! We put together this exact 2 week Costa Rica itinerary for my family and friends. They absolutely loved it as it had the perfect mix of adventure, beaches, relaxation and rain forest. Furthermore, in this sample itinerary, you will find our personal […]
Arenal Lake by Boat and Peninsula trail
Tours and Activities > Arenal Volcano La Fortuna > Arenal Lake by boat and La Peninsula trail tourWalk through the lush rainforest inside Arenal Volcano National Park to an observation tower for an unobstructed 180 degree view of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. Then take a leisurely boat ride through the lake for even closer views […]