About Costa Rica

Getting a prepaid SIM card in Costa Rica is very easy and not that expensive. We recommend getting a Costa Rica SIM card so you can have a local phone number and data which is very useful in case of emergencies. With that being said, in this article you will learn all about getting prepaid […]

If you’re an animal lover, you will absolutely love Costa Rica. If you want to see Costa Rica wildlife, we’ll tell you where exactly you can spot monkeys, toucans, sloths and more in this post. The best places to see wildlife in Costa Rica are Osa Peninsula, Tortuguero, Manuel Antonio National Park, Uvita, Puerto Viejo, […]

Ever since moving to Costa Rica in 2012, I’ve heard my fair share of wrong facts, impressions and ideas of Costa Rica. As an advocate for responsible travel, I always recommend researching at least the basics about the country you’re going to visit so you aren’t that tourist. So before you come, make sure you […]

When you visit Costa Rica and you want good local food, you have to eat at a soda. Trust me. You haven’t experienced real Costa Rica if you don’t eat at a soda. Oh and no I don’t mean eat next to a pop can! Sodas are what Costa Ricans call their local Costa Rican […]

Taxis in Costa Rica are a common transportation option for locals and tourists. There almost 14,000 units in the country and you’ll see taxis almost everywhere you go in Costa Rica. If you don’t want to take public transportation which at times can be slow and there aren’t routes to everywhere, a taxi can be […]

When it comes to taking the bus, the public transportation in Costa Rica can be a little tricky for travelers. The infrastructure is still developing so it’s not as straightforward as other countries. However, it is a cheap way to get around the country and is a good way to experience local life. We always […]