One of the best places for an Arenal Volcano hike is the Arenal 1968 private reserve. It’s right next to the national park, offering impressive views of Arenal Volcano and lava fields. Use this guide to plan your visit to the Arenal 1968 park to hike Arenal Volcano. In case you would like to do […]
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Sugar Beach: A Low Key Beach in Las Catalinas
If you’re staying in Potrero or Las Catalinas, a visit to Sugar Beach (Playa Azucar) is a must for those looking for a quiet, low key beach. Due to the access, you’ll need to plan a bit to visit this beach but it’s worth it! Sugar Beach Costa Rica Map and Location Sugar Beach is […]
Samara: The Mellow Family Friendly Beach Town
The small village of Samara, Costa Rica in the Guanacaste province has been a long time favorite vacation spot for tourists, attracting visitors looking for a family friendly, fun and mellow beach town. In this guide, we will help you plan your trip to Samara. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning we may earn […]
The Best Sunscreen in Costa Rica to Protect Your Skin
One of the most important things to pack for your trip to Costa Rica is sunscreen. Costa Rica is a tropical country just 8 to 12 degrees north of the equator so the sun is very strong. Like what we’ve done with testing out the best mosquito repellent for Costa Rica, here are our recommended […]
Shots Needed for Costa Rica
If you plan to visit Costa Rica soon, this is what you need to know regarding vaccinations and shots required to visit Costa Rica. Please note that Costa Rica does not require tourists to be COVID-19 vaccinated to visit. Fully vaccinated and unvaccinated people are welcome to visit Costa Rica. The only vaccination required to […]
Is Costa Rica Safe? What to Know and Safety Tips from Locals
Costa Rica is commonly stated as one of the safest countries to travel to. However, there are some things to keep in mind so in this post, we will answer your question Is Costa Rica safe? Is Costa Rica Safe for Tourists? Yes, Costa Rica is a safe country to visit. Costa Rica is safe […]