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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Playa Calzon de Pobre: The Beautiful Poor Man’s Beach
The Gulf of Papagayo is full of stunning hidden beaches and is the only place in Costa Rica that offers such spectacular beach hopping. Although the main beaches in the Gulf: Playas del Coco, Hermosa and Panama are not the most beautiful, they’re all right next to some incredible beaches. And one of those is […]
Nauyaca Waterfalls: Spectacular Waterfalls in the Rainforest
When it comes to the best waterfalls in Costa Rica, Nauyaca waterfalls are definitely one of our favorites. Here is our guide to visiting this amazing natural beauty including tips for what to wear, how to get there and what you need to know about these waterfalls before you go. How to get to Nauyaca […]