In April 2017, I got to check something off my bucket list I’ve been wanting to do for awhile. Being a huge dog lover, I planned a trip for us to go to San Jose to attend one of the public walks at Territorio de Zaguates in Costa Rica, the largest no kill shelter in […]
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Manuel Antonio National Park Travel Tips
Manuel Antonio National Park has quite a reputation. It’s the smallest national park in Costa Rica, consisting of 1,700 acres of land and over 130,000 acres of water. Don’t let the size fool you though, it has been rated as one of 12 most beautiful national parks by Forbes in 2011 and is one of […]
10 Awesome Things to do in Turrialba
If you love outdoor adventure and visiting the not so touristy places when you travel, Turrialba should be on your list of places to go in Costa Rica. It’s a small city in Cartago, famous mostly for the Rawlings factory that produces all the MLB baseballs and the active Turrialba volcano. Also known for outdoor […]
A Helpful Guide to Packing for Rainy Season in Costa Rica
If you’re visiting Costa Rica during rainy season (read our post 6 reasons you should visit Costa Rica in the rainy season), the most important thing about preparing for your trip is to pack properly. You don’t want to get caught in a sudden downpour with nothing to wear except shorts and tank tops up […]
Discover Playa Mina, A Stunning Hidden Beach in Guanacaste
Are you looking for the ultimate beach vacation in Costa Rica? Prefer the lesser known beaches to get away from crowds? Then you must put Playa Mina on your list. This secluded beach in Guanacaste has soft white sand, stunningly clear water and you can have it all to yourself! We discovered this beach back […]
Learn About Ancient Costa Rican History at Guayabo National Monument
Costa Rica’s history stretches back centuries. Ancient artifacts have been found throughout various places, the most notable ones being the stone spheres in the South Pacific and Osa Peninsula. But near the Caribbean side lies the most important archeological site in the country, the Guayabo Ruins. The Guayabo National Monument is perfect for a day […]
10 Must Do Adventure Activities in Costa Rica
Adventure is one of the main reasons why people visit Costa Rica. With over 20 different micro climates and an abundance of natural attractions, it’s easy to prepare an action packed itinerary. Not to mention that Costa Rica is a fairly small country so you can be soaring over the cloud forest one day and […]
