Traveling by public bus is a cheap way to get around Costa Rica, but you do need to research and read about taking the public bus as the infrastructure here is not as good as Europe or North America, although it is super cheap. If you need to get take the bus from Tamarindo to […]
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Cerro Pinocho: Incredible Sunset Spot in Monteverde
Thanks to Monteverde’s location on the Tilaran Mountain Range, there are many great places to see the sunset from Santa Elena and the surrounding neighborhoods. A couple of easily accessible and free ones are right in Santa Elena, such as Mirador San Luis and Mirador Valle Escondido Preserve, but there is one particular spot that […]
How to Avoid Crowds in Costa Rica
Due to the 2020 pandemic, travel has changed quite a bit, especially the way people travel. People are seeking out more “off the beaten path” destinations, away from crowd. Although Costa Rica is a very touristic country, there are still ways to enjoy the country without crowds, even in the touristy places. Even though the […]
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 […]
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 […]