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April 14, 2023 Sustainable Hotels Costa Rica

Sustainable Hotels in Costa Rica

Jenn and Matt 3 Comments Hotel Guides, Sustainability April 14, 2023

If you’re interested in making your trip to Costa Rica more sustainable, you should know about Costa Rica’s sustainable tourism program. The Certification of Sustainable Tourism allows businesses in the …

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April 7, 2023 Certification Sustainable Tourism Costa Rica

Choosing Sustainable Travel: Costa Rica’s Sustainable Tourism Program

Jenn and Matt 0 Comment Sustainability April 7, 2023

Costa Rica is known as an ecotourism destination, but how do you know your hotel or tour company is truly sustainable? The Costa Rican government has created a formal certification …

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March 31, 2023 vehicle inspection building

Dekra: Costa Rica’s Annual Vehicle Inspection

Jenn and Matt 17 Comments Living in CR March 31, 2023

Costa Rica’s annual vehicle inspection, known as Dekra (previously Riteve), can make even the most carefree person stressed out. Will the car pass easily or will you have to pay …

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March 23, 2023 Coati Kids Saving the Rainforest

Kids Saving the Rainforest

Jenn and Matt 5 Comments Sustainability, Wildlife & Nature March 23, 2023

Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Costa Rica is an ecotourism destination filled with a variety of jungle creatures. But have you ever thought about what happens to these animals when …

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March 18, 2023 dominical beach with green mountains behind

A Locals’ Guide to Dominical

Jenn and Matt 25 Comments Beaches, Destinations March 18, 2023

Last Updated: September 3, 2024 Dominical is a small, laid-back beach town on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific Coast. Here, you will find thick jungle, uncluttered beaches, and just enough amenities …

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March 10, 2023 Cafe Don Emilio Coffee Tour

Cafe Don Emilio: A Family Coffee Farm Near Uvita

Jenn and Matt 4 Comments Coffee Chocolate & Farms March 10, 2023

Last Updated: August 4, 2025 Costa Rica has its fair share of coffee farms, and each offers a slightly different experience. While some well-known plantations like Cafe Britt and Starbucks …

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March 3, 2023 Uvita Waterfall Guide

Uvita Waterfall: Jump, Slide, or Just Relax

Jenn and Matt 13 Comments Waterfalls March 3, 2023

Last Updated: July 7, 2025 Just a few minutes from Uvita’s bustling town center is one of the area’s must-do activities. The Uvita Waterfall (Catarata Uvita) is the perfect mix …

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February 24, 2023 Manuel Antonio Bee Farm

Manuel Antonio Bee Farm

Jenn and Matt 9 Comments Coffee Chocolate & Farms February 24, 2023

Last Updated: August 4, 2025 As one of Costa Rica’s most popular destinations, there’s no shortage of things to do in Manuel Antonio. Wildlife viewing, zip lining, and other adventure …

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February 18, 2023 Hot spring pools set in jungle

Eco Termales Quepos

Jenn and Matt 12 Comments Hot Springs February 18, 2023

Last Updated: July 5, 2025 Most of Costa Rica’s natural hot springs are found in the mountains, close to the country’s volcanoes. However, for those traveling to the central Pacific …

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February 10, 2023 Playa Dominicalito Aerial

Playa Dominicalito: Surf, Splash, or Fish

Jenn and Matt 2 Comments Beaches February 10, 2023

Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast has dozens of almost empty beaches. One hidden gem is Playa Dominicalito near the town of Dominical. This beach has …

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Two Weeks in Costa Rica Owners Jenn and Matt with their kids

Hola! We’re Matt & Jenn, a couple who left Boston to pursue a dream of traveling, living, and starting a family in Costa Rica. It all started about 10 years ago with an amazing two-week vacation . . .Read More

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