If you’re looking for an adult only all inclusive resort in Guanacaste, the Occidental Papagayo is an excellent choice for budget conscious travelers and it’s on a beautiful beach: Playa Buena. Since the Occidental is on Buena beach, not many outside visitors go to the beach so it’s usually quiet and not too crowded. But […]
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Our Favorite Day Tours and Things to Do in Playa Conchal
Conchal beach, best known for its bright turquoise waters and sparkling shells offers visitors everything they could hope for in an exotic tropical beach vacation. With dreamy sunsets, crystal clear waters and soft sand, Conchal is perfect for either a one day visit or a longer stay. If you’re visiting for a day, here is […]
Why You Should Visit the Central Valley in Costa Rica And How to Plan Your Visit
The Valle Central, or Central Valley is made up of the metropolitan cities of San Jose, Alajuela, Heredia and Cartago. This is the most developed area in Costa Rica as San Jose is the capital city of the country and Cartago was the previous capital. It is home to San Jose International Airport, the largest […]
Grecia, Costa Rica: The Popular Mountain City for Expats
Grecia, the small town up in the mountains outside San Jose is one of the best places in Costa Rica to experience a typical local town with excellent weather and beautiful valley views. It’s one of the cleanest cities in Latin America and the most popular town for American and Canadian retirees who love mountains […]
Is It Safe to Drink Tap Water in Costa Rica?
One of the major concerns when you travel abroad is if it’s safe to drink tap water. This is one of the most common questions about Costa Rica we get from our readers because you’ll hear different things from different people. So in this article we’re going to talk about water quality in Costa Rica […]
Differences Between Playas del Coco and Playa Tamarindo to Help You Decide Which One to Visit
Are you planning on visiting Guanacaste but can’t decide which beach to go to? Well if you’re deciding between Playas del Coco and Playa Tamarindo (and can only choose one) then this article is perfect for you. We’re going to talk about the differences, similarities and the pro and cons of each one. Tamarindo and […]