If you’re visiting Costa Rica with a big group or have a big family and want to rent a car, a van is the best option for groups of 6 or more. A very common van to rent in Costa Rica is the Hyundai H1 which can hold up to 12 people. Hyundai H1 Van […]
Costa Rica Travel Tips
Best Hostels and Hotels Near SJO Airport
As SJO Airport is the main international airport in Costa Rica, many visitors have to stay in an airport hotel the night they arrive or before they fly out for their flight. Luckily San Jose has a ton of hotels near the airport for all budgets and many of them offer free airport transfers. So […]
Should I Go To Monteverde Or Arenal? A Detailed Comparison of the Two Destinations
Arenal and Monteverde are two of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica but visitors are often confused as to which one to visit as they both seem similar and are close to one another. And if you’re short on time, you’re probably thinking you can only choose one of the two so this is […]
1 Week Costa Rica Budget: How Much Our Trip Cost
If you’re trying to figure out how much you’ll spend for your one week Costa Rica vacation, this post will help. I will outline how much my 1 week Costa Rica budget was for a trip I took with two friends. We visited Jaco and Playas del Coco, rented a car, stayed in mid-range and […]
How to Save Money Traveling in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is one of the top travel destinations in the world and it brings hundreds of thousands of tourists every year. Just in 2014 more than 2.5 million people visited us and stayed an average of 10 days. (We hope you had a great time here). Although Costa Rica captures the hearts of almost […]
An Incredible Two Weeks in Costa Rica Itinerary: Discover the Caribbean and Pacific
Visiting Costa Rica for two weeks but not sure where to go? This two weeks in Costa Rica sample itinerary will help! We put together this specific trip for some friends who wanted to experience both the Caribbean and the Pacific sides of the country. In this 14 days Costa Rica itinerary, you will be […]
A Helpful Guide to Packing for Rainy Season in Costa Rica
If you’re visiting Costa Rica during rainy season (read our post 6 reasons you should visit Costa Rica in the rainy season), the most important thing about preparing for your trip is to pack properly. You don’t want to get caught in a sudden downpour with nothing to wear except shorts and tank tops up […]
