Drake Bay is one of the most remote places in Costa Rica, tucked away in the northwest side of the Osa Peninsula. The location makes Drake Bay a sought after destination for visitors who want to get away from it all. For those who want to enjoy all Drake Bay has to offer without sacrificing […]
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Arenal Volcano National Park: A Majestic Volcano in the Rainforest
Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the most most visited national parks in Costa Rica with several hiking trails and view points, making it a great outdoor activity from La Fortuna. It’s definitely a must do when you are in La Fortuna or the surrounding areas. Below is our guide to Arenal Volcano National […]
Playa Panama: Best Beach for Families in the Gulf of Papagayo
Playa Panama, Costa Rica is a very laid back and relaxing dark sand beach on the Guanacaste coast, just 30 minutes from the Guanacaste Airport. Panama beach is located in the southern part of Bahía Culebra inside the luxurious Gulf of Papagayo making it an excellent destination for families and travelers who want a quiet […]
Poas Volcano National Park: The Volcano in the Cloud Forest
Just 1.5 hours from downtown San Jose, Poas Volcano National Park is an excellent day trip from San Jose and national park to visit. At this national park, visitors can see two volcano craters 2000 meters up in the cloud forest. Here is our guide to visiting Poas Volcano National Park. This post has affiliate […]
Cocos Island National Park: Treasure & Sharks on the Most Beautiful Island in the World
One of Costa Rica’s most remote, wild and intense places is Cocos Island National Park. This isolated oceanic island, located 550 kilometers (340 miles) off the Pacific coast is a safe haven for marine wildlife, specifically sharks. As an uninhabited island covered in tropical rain and cloud forest with a famously rich history, Cocos Island […]
What is April in Costa Rica Like?
April is a great month to visit Costa Rica. Being the last month of the tropical dry season, it is hot, hot, hot. If Holy Week (Semana Santa/Easter) falls in April, expect lots of crowds, lines and traffic. Since Holy Week is usually the first or second week of April, crowds start thinning out a […]