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Lake Arenal: Water Activities Near La Fortuna
Lake Arenal (Lago Arenal) is the biggest lake in Costa Rica, situated in the Northern Landlands very close to the town of La Fortuna and Arenal…
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Peñon de Guacalillo – An Exciting Stop to Jaco/South Pacific
For those with an adventurous spirit and enjoys going off the main road to, here is one stop that you have to add to your itinerary…
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Arenal 1968: Arenal Volcano Hike, Lava Fields and View Points
One of the best places for an Arenal Volcano hike is the Arenal 1968 private reserve. It’s right next to the national park, offering impressive views…
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Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve: The Lesser Visited Cloud Forest
Although Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is the most popular cloud forest reserve in Monteverde, there is another fantastic option: the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve…
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One Week Costa Rica Itinerary: Adventure, Cloud Forest and Beaches
If you are looking for a pre-set one week itinerary in Costa Rica, this article is for you. This one week itinerary is perfect for families…
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La Fortuna Chocolate Tour: Learn About the Special Cacao
Cacao has always played an extremely important part in the Costa Rican indigenous communities’ culture. The beans were used as currency and festivals were held every…
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Monteverde Night Walk: It is Definitely Worth it!
A night walk is one of the “must do’s” in Costa Rica and lots of people ask us if a Monteverde night walk is worth it.…
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Lago Cote (Lake Cote): Peace and Serenity (and UFOS) at Costa Rica’s Largest Natural Lake
If you’re looking for a more “off the beaten path” place to visit in Costa Rica or if you’re into the more weird and curious destinations,…
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10 Great Hikes in Costa Rica
With over 26 national parks, wildlife refuges and private reserves, hiking in Costa Rica offers incredible experiences exploring the stunning scenery, landscapes and nature. From easy…
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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…
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Cascada El Pavon – A Small but Unique Waterfall
The Costa Ballena (Dominical, Uvita and Ojochal) with its lush and tall mountains and wild beaches is just a couple of the reasons why visitors fall…
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Ram Luna: Beautiful Traditional Costa Rican Restaurant with a Killer View!
If you are looking for a romantic restaurant in San Jose, make reservations at the Ram Luna Restaurant. Ram Luna is a Costa Rican restaurant up…
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