Last Updated: July 15, 2025 If you’re coming to Costa Rica to see as much wildlife as possible, there are several ways to do so. Our favorite always has been …
Esterillos Oeste: Surfing, Serenity, and La Sirena
Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast is filled with busy beach towns, but there are still some quiet stretches of sand to be discovered. One such …
Living in Costa Rica: 5 Years Strong
A half decade (yes, five years!) has passed since we first boarded that plane to Costa Rica with our eight mismatched suitcases and twinkles of adventure in our eyes. When …
Renting a Car in Costa Rica: Clearing Up the Confusion
Last Updated: February 12, 2025 If you’ve looked into renting a car for your trip to Costa Rica, you may be uneasy about the details. Maybe you’re unsure about the …
Mosquito-Repellent Clothing for Costa Rica
Post Updated: May 21, 2019 Along with Costa Rica’s gorgeous tropical environment comes some unfortunate pests. Mosquitoes and other biting insects are found throughout the country and are particularly bothersome …
Shuttles in Costa Rica: How They Work and When to Use Them
Last Updated: June 12, 2024 Transportation is one of the most stressful parts of a planning a trip to Costa Rica. There is so much conflicting information about road conditions, …
Cahuita: Culture and Calm on the Caribbean
Last Updated: February 9, 2024 Though humble in size, Costa Rica has distinct differences in its culture from one destination to the next. On the country’s east coast, for example, …
4 Years in Costa Rica: Settling Into the Every Day
Another year update. It seems surreal. When we first moved to Costa Rica in 2013, we counted those first weeks, months, and even years with amazement. “Wow, I can’t believe …
La Fortuna Hotel Guide: Where to Stay Near Arenal Volcano
Last Updated: June 13, 2025 La Fortuna is a destination for almost every type of traveler. It offers a huge selection of lodging that ranges from inexpensive hostels to mid-range …
The Untapped Miravalles Volcano: Hot Springs, Nature, and Zero Crowds
Last Updated: August 12, 2025 If you’ve done some research on Costa Rica, then you have probably read about the country’s famous volcanoes and soothing hot springs. Flocks of visitors …