***This hike is currently closed as of July 2017.** Arenal Volcano’s little brother Cerro Chato, is a dormant volcano with a crater and lake on the southeast side of Arenal. This volcano has seen no activity for the past 3,500 years and first erupted in the Pleistocene period. There are two peaks, Chatito and Espina […]
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What I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Costa Rica
To continue my reflection on completing my first year living in Costa Rica, I realized that there were a few things I wish I knew before moving to Costa Rica. Maybe they would have helped me adjust easier and maybe not but I’m positive that they sure would have made at least a little difference! […]
Things I Had to Get Used to Living in Costa Rica
It’ll be my one year anniversary since moving to Costa Rica next month and looking back, I feel like a whole new person. Life is always different in a new country, even the littlest things you never noticed before and it does take some time to get used to. It’s not just about culture shock, […]
Arenal Observatory Lodge – For the Closest Stay Near Arenal Volcano
Want to know what it feels like to be just a couple miles away from the bottom of a volcano? You can find out if you stay at the Arenal Observatory Lodge, a hotel located 1.7 miles from Arenal Volcano. This huge property of 350 hectares offers 7 miles of trails, waterfalls, daily guided hikes, […]
Playa Bonita Costa Rica: Hidden White Sand Beach by Playas del Coco
The province of Guanacaste is full of amazing beaches and it’s one of the best places in Costa Rica for a beach vacation. Even though Guanacaste is touristy, you can still find plenty of undiscovered beaches. Many are boat access only or require a 4×4 which makes it all the more special! Here is one […]