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 in the Guanacaste province. Tourists love to vacation in the Gulf of Papagayo and the Papagayo Peninsula because of its mesmerizing coastlines, incredible beaches and excellent water sports. So for […]
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Hacienda La Chimba: Coffee Field Hike in San Jose
If you have a day or two in San Jose and want to see something besides the classic city tourist spots, then you should plan a trip to Hacienda La Chimba, just 30 minutes from downtown. Hacienda La Chimba is a locally run private coffee farm of 65 hectares in Santa Ana. They offer several […]
Best Day Trips from Dominical
Dominical may be a tiny surfing village, but it’s in a wonderful location to experience rainforest, beach and mountains in Costa Rica whether you’re a surfer or not. If you’re planning to visit, here is our list of best day trips from Dominical as well as best things to do in Dominical. These ideas also […]
Lake Arenal: Water Activities Near La Fortuna
Lake Arenal (Lago Arenal) is the biggest lake in Costa Rica, situated in the Northern Landlands very close to the town of La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano. This man made lake not only provides the country with a massive amount of hydroelectric power but is also a beautiful place for water sports and recreation. If […]
Is Costa Rica Safe? What to Know and Safety Tips from Locals
Costa Rica is commonly stated as one of the safest countries to travel to. However, there are some things to keep in mind so in this post, we will answer your question Is Costa Rica safe? Is Costa Rica Safe for Tourists? Yes, Costa Rica is a safe country to visit. Costa Rica is safe […]
Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve: The Lesser Visited Cloud Forest
Although Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is the most popular cloud forest reserve in Monteverde, there is another fantastic option: the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (La Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena). The Santa Elena Cloud Forest is higher in elevation at 1600 meters (5250 feet) and has 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) of well maintained […]