Costa Rica Beach information

Not far from the most popular beaches in Guanacaste is a spectacular under the radar beach: Playa Real. We love visiting these beaches when we feel like going on an adventure and escaping the crowds. If you rented a 4×4 and want to explore Guanacaste, you have to visit this area. Read our guide for […]

Potrero’s affordable lodging options, low key atmosphere and excellent location makes it a wonderful homebase in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. From Potrero, you can visit many beautiful beaches, including this one, Playa Penca. Here is our visit to the local beach, Playa Penca to help you plan your trip. We highly recommend a visit to this […]

If you’re staying in the Flamingo area and have a day to explore, hop in your 4×4 and check out Playa Punta de Pelencho. It’s a local beach in between Flamingo and Brasilito and a great place to get away from tourist crowds. In this post, we’ll help you plan your visit. Location Playa Punta […]

For surfers dreaming of world class waves in a secluded spot in Costa Rica, Witch’s Rock is the place to go. With an impressive ancient rock formation and rolling mountains as the backdrop to nearly year round perfect tubes and barrels, a trip to Witch’s Rock will be one surfers will never forget. If you […]

If you’re staying in the north part of the Guanacaste province around Flamingo, Conchal, Tamarindo, Grande, Potrero, Las Catalinas or Brasilito, one of our favorite things to do is scuba diving at Islas Santa Catalina (Catalinas Islands). These set of islands are just a 30 minute boat ride from the Flamingo marina and offer an […]

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 […]