Costa Rica Travel Tips

Spending Christmas in Costa Rica is a dream vacation for many people but it requires a bit more extra planning. If you plan to visit Costa Rica over the winter holidays, here are some very important things to know about visiting Costa Rica during Christmas and New Years. Costa Rica is a Catholic country so […]

One of the things you need to prepare for a trip abroad is travel insurance. I started purchasing travel insurance since my first trip to Costa Rica in 2010 and I also purchase it for our other international travels (which you can read about on Mytanfeet Travels). Nowadays, travel insurance is highly recommended, especially after […]

Although getting gas in a foreign country seems like common sense, it can be a bit intimidating to get gas in a country where you don’t speak the language. Luckily in Costa Rica, it’s very easy since all Costa Rica gas stations are full service. In this guide I’ll show you how to get gas […]

Manuel Antonio is one of the top places to visit in Costa Rica and many people have it as their first destination in Costa Rica after landing at San Jose International Airport. There are many ways to get there and here is our guide on getting to Manuel Antonio from San Jose and other places. […]

If you’re visiting Costa Rica during rainy season, the most important thing about preparing for your trip is to pack properly. Tropical weather is no joke and the rain can come suddenly and quickly so it is important to bring the proper gear to protect yourself and your gear. Therefore, if you’re visiting Costa Rica […]

If you’re visiting Costa Rica for the first time, you probably have a lot of questions and concerns. In this post, I put together the most commonly asked questions about Costa Rica we have received from our readers. We answer them to the best of our knowledge from our perspective: a Costa Rican who has […]