Here is all you need to know about handling money in Costa Rica when it comes to local Costa Rican currency, exchanging money and using USD in Costa Rica. We will go into more details below and we will also talk about how to pay for things if you are Canadian. This post has affiliate […]
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Costa Rica Birding and Wildlife Itinerary 2 Weeks
If you’re planning to visit Costa Rica to see wildlife, then we have the itinerary for you! This 2 week Costa Rica wildlife and birding itinerary gives visitors ample opportunities to see all sorts of animals in their natural habitat. This itinerary has everything to make your trip planning easy, as I’ll outline transportation options, […]
Witch’s Rock (Roca Bruja): Ultimate Surf Spot in Costa Rica
For surfers dreaming of world class waves in a secluded spot in Costa Rica, Witch’s Rock is the place to go. With an impressive ancient rock formation and rolling mountains as the backdrop to nearly year round perfect tubes and barrels, a trip to Witch’s Rock will be one surfers will never forget. If you […]
Palo Verde National Park – One of the Best for Wildlife Watching
Palo Verde National Park is an extremely important area in Costa Rica as it encompasses over 45,000 acres (18,210 hectares) of the Tempisque Conservation area, protecting one of the most endangered ecosystems in Central America, tropical dry forest. A wildlife watching boat tour down the Tempisque River is one of the most popular ways to […]
Visit Curubande: Adventures and Breathtaking Nature in Rincon de la Vieja
Curubande de Liberia is a small rural village near the Rincon de la Vieja National Park with plenty of adventure and nature, thanks to the spectacular rivers originating from the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. These rivers, particularly the Rio Blanco, create the perfect off the beaten path outdoor playground with its waterfalls, river pools […]
Cartago, Costa Rica: An Important Cultural and Agricultural City
Although Cartago, Costa Rica is not very popular tourist destination, this province and capital city has much to offer when it comes to history and culture. It served as the original capital city of Costa Rica from the 1500s to 1800s but was partially destroyed in 1732 by a volcanic eruption. Due to political reasons, […]