Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Remote jungle wilderness is not for everyone. Many people come to Costa Rica looking for a warm, sunny location that has conveniences nearby. In a …
The Sloth Sanctuary at Selvatura in Monteverde
Last Updated: September 3, 2025 Most people visiting Costa Rica want to see a sloth. These adorable creatures are native to Costa Rica but only live in certain regions. Even …
Playa Nacascolo: Calm, Peaceful Water on the Papagayo Peninsula
Last Updated: July 2, 2025 With more surfing than swimming beaches, Costa Rica is not a destination known for glassy, see-through waters. Many beaches are stunningly beautiful but have crashing …
Playa Penca: A Gorgeous Beach in Guanacaste
Last Updated: July 2, 2025 Guanacaste is home to many beautiful beaches. This section of coastline along the northern Pacific coast is carved with inlets and coves. The topography makes …
Playa Ocotal: A Relaxing Black Sand Beach
Last Updated: July 25, 2025 If you are visiting Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Province, you no doubt have beaches on your list. This part of the country has all types. From …
Private Schools in Costa Rica: Part 2, List of Options
In a recent post, we gave some background on private schools in Costa Rica. We explained about the different types of accreditations, options for types of schools, costs, and the …
Traveling to Costa Rica: The Basics
Last Updated: May 7, 2025 If you’re just getting started with your trip planning, you may have some basic questions about Costa Rica. Where exactly is it located? What are …
The Wildlife of Manuel Antonio National Park
Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Costa Rica holds about 25% of its land in protected areas. There are 32 national parks and many more private reserves. These vast stretches of …
Private Schools in Costa Rica: Part 1, General Info
If you’re planning to move to Costa Rica with your kids or just visit for an extended stay, you’re no doubt trying to figure out where to send them to …
First-Time Visit to Costa Rica: Why You Should Go, What to Expect & Tips to Plan
Last Updated: February 28, 2025 We will never forget our first visit to Costa Rica. We were nervous, excited, and didn’t quite know what to expect. After a week of …