“Wow, this is beautiful,” I thought to myself as we approached the viewpoint. Despite Arenal Volcano hiding behind some clouds, the view was breathtaking. Deep green forest stretched in front of us for miles and miles. A slight mist hung quietly over the top of the trees and birds sang cheerily in the distance. It […]
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What to Do in Playa Hermosa (Santa Teresa): Accommodation, Food & Activities
Located in the Nicoya Peninsula, Playa Hermosa is one of the many beautiful beaches near the bustling surf town of Santa Teresa. It is also a great surfing beach so you won’t have to go far to catch waves and there are a handful of lodging and food options. Since it’s about a 15 minute […]
Driving to Drake Bay, Costa Rica: Detailed Guide to the Best Route, Road Conditions, Stops
If you are visiting Drake Bay, then you are in for a real Costa Rican adventure. Not only is this remote destination in Costa Rica full of wildlife, nature, beaches and wild jungle, it is also an adventure to get there. If you are driving to Drake Bay instead of flying or taking the boat […]
Rincon de la Vieja National Park – Mud Pots and Waterfall Hikes
Rincon de la Vieja National Park, home to the active Rincon de la Vieja volcano has several hiking trails leading to beautiful viewpoints, breathtaking waterfalls and other natural attractions in the dry tropical forest. There is no doubt that this park offers some of the best hiking in Costa Rica! If you’re planning on visiting, […]
How to Take the Bus from Jaco to Manuel Antonio National Park
One of the best day trips from Jaco is to Manuel Antonio National Park. This national park is one of the most popular parks in Costa Rica with hiking trails, white sand beaches and abundant wildlife. Even though Jaco and Manuel Antonio are only about 70 kilometers apart (43 miles), the beaches are very different. […]
Adventure Inn San Jose – A Hotel with Character near San Jose Airport
Since San Jose International Airport is the bigger of the two international airports in Costa Rica, there’s a good chance that you’ll be flying in and out of there. Whether you’re staying in San Jose for a couple days or just passing through, you might need to stay there for at least the night before […]