Costa Rica Travel Tips

The Valle Central, or Central Valley is made up of the metropolitan cities of San Jose, Alajuela, Heredia and Cartago. This is the most developed area in Costa Rica as San Jose is the capital city of the country and Cartago was the previous capital. It is home to San Jose International Airport, the largest […]

One of the major concerns when you travel abroad is if it’s safe to drink tap water. This is one of the most common questions about Costa Rica we get from our readers because you’ll hear different things from different people. So in this article we’re going to talk about water quality in Costa Rica […]

Taking the bus is a cheap way to get around Costa Rica and it can be kinda fun sometimes. Even though taking the bus here isn’t the most straightforward thing, there are some major routes where it is actually pretty simple. Unfortunately bus information isn’t always readily available online since it’s common for the companies […]

Are you looking for an Airbnb in Playas del Coco? Here is our review of one run by our friend Marcy who built a guest house on the second floor of his home. Playas del Coco can feel very Westernized with signs in English and prices in USD so if you are looking for an […]

Costa Rica’s focus on sustainability, renewable energy and conversation puts it at one of the top green countries in the world. The plethora of national parks and abundant wildlife attracts those who love nature and wildlife, especially since it’s one of the best places in the world to see animals such as Resplendant Quetzals, sloths, […]

If you’re looking to experience Costa Rica to the fullest, particularly the nature and wildlife, then something you should strongly consider is guided tours. Even though you may think that you can spot the toucan or see the sloth on your own, Costa Rica (despite the marketing), is not a zoo and for someone who […]