Costa Rica Beach information

Playa Penca in Guanacaste, Costa Rica has become one of our new favorite beaches but this isn’t the one near Playa Potrero. This is a little hidden beach that we found when Yeison and I went kayaking around the Gulf of Papagayo. It’s actually quite close to Playas del Coco and it’s a beach in […]

With dark sand, beautiful sunsets and a lush jungle backdrop, Playa Hermosa in Uvita is a special one to see for visitors. Joining the ranks of other Playa Hermosas in Costa Rica (Playa Hermosa in Guanacaste, Playa Hermosa by Jaco and Playa Hermosa in Santa Teresa), you won’t be disappointed by this very beautiful beach! […]

For those of you staying in Manuel Antonio or Dominical and want to explore, jump in your 4×4 and head to Playa Linda! This amazing beach near Dominical is a local secret, with only a handful of tourists. It’s the perfect beach to explore, as it’s not incredibly difficult to get to but it does […]

One of the reasons why visitors fall in love with the Costa Ballena area is that there are so many under the radar beaches and natural attractions and isn’t overly commercial. Not far from Ojochal is one of those secluded beaches, Playa Ventanas. The name comes from the caves on the beach that look like […]

Up in the Pacific Northwest corner of Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful and popular places in the country: the Gulf of Papagayo. Tourists love to vacation in the Gulf because of the mesmerizing coastlines, incredible beaches and excellent water sports. So for anyone looking for the ultimate beach vacation, the Gulf of […]

Playa Pelada’s white sand, half moon shaped bay and rocky formations make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Nosara and in the Nicoya Peninsula. If you’re visiting Nosara, we highly recommend taking a day to enjoy Playa Pelada and its beauty. Location Playa Pelada is in the Guanacaste province, 120 kilometers (75 miles) […]