Costa Rica got their independence from Spain on September 15th, 1821 and September is a dedicated month to celebrate our independence. If you are here during that time, you might see the Costa Rica flag everywhere. People decorate their house with the colors and national emblems and many of the government offices do the same. […]
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100% Aventura: 2 Km Ziplines, 45 Meter Tarzan Swing and More Fun
Want to go ziplining? What about 100% Aventura? It’s a lot of fun! Guido asked Yeison and I. Guido, the manager of Hotel Poco a Poco was trying to help us decide what activity to do for our last day in Monteverde. I looked at Yeison and said sure why not? We’ve seen their shuttles […]
Hiring a Guide in Costa Rica: Things to Know and Advice if it’s Necessary
If you’re looking to experience Costa Rica to the fullest, particularly the nature and wildlife, then something you should strongly consider is guided tours. Even though you may think that you can spot the toucan or see the sloth on your own, Costa Rica (despite the marketing), is not a zoo and for someone who […]
Costa Rica Gallo Pinto Recipe: Easy and Authentic
If you’ve visited Costa Rica before, you most definitely have eaten gallo pinto, the traditional breakfast of the country. If you want to bring some pura vida to your kitchen, here is our Costa Rican gallo pinto recipe (given to us by Yeison’s brother). All the ingredients are easy to find: rice, beans, onion, cilantro […]
Hotel Montaña De Fuego Resort & Spa in Arenal Review
As one of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica, there are tons of hotels in the Arenal and La Fortuna area. It’s great because that means there is a place for every budget and traveler but at the same time, it can be tiring trying to narrow down the right one for your trip. […]
1 Week Costa Rica Budget: How Much Our Trip Cost
If you’re trying to figure out how much you’ll spend for your one week Costa Rica vacation, this post will help. I will outline how much my 1 week Costa Rica budget was for a trip I took with two friends. We visited Jaco and Playas del Coco, rented a car, stayed in mid-range and […]