Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Nestled in a lush valley between two dormant volcanoes is the town of Bijagua. This rural village is probably best known as a stop-over destination …
Paso Canoas: Costa Rica and Panama’s Biggest Border Crossing
Last Updated: October 17, 2022 There are several reasons why you may be planning to cross the border between Costa Rica and Panama. Many people do this just to explore …
Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise – Ocean King
Last Updated: August 1, 2025 If you’re visiting Manuel Antonio on your next trip to Costa Rica, you’re no doubt looking forward to spotting wildlife in the national park, doing …
Atenas: A Glimpse of Authentic Costa Rica
Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Not far from the bustling city of San Jose, you will find the charming town of Atenas. This medium-sized town in the Central Valley offers …
The Famous Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Last Updated: July 18, 2025 Monteverde has several reserves to take in the area’s abundant nature, but the most popular is the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve (Reserva Biologica Bosque Nuboso …
Wilson Botanical Garden at Las Cruces Biological Station
Last Updated: August 4, 2025 Costa Rica is said to hold as much as five percent of the world’s total biodiversity. For such a small country, that means that around …
Manuel Antonio Restaurant Guide
Last Updated: April 19, 2023 Deciding where to eat in Manuel Antonio can be overwhelming. With over 75 restaurants tucked away in town and dozens more in nearby Quepos, knowing …
Playa Arco: A Secret Beach Near Uvita
Last Updated: July 25, 2025 One of the best things about visiting Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast are the many nearly deserted beaches. You can pull off the highway between …
Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste): Costa Rica’s Northern Beauty
Last Updated: August 13, 2025 One of the best places in Costa Rica’s popular Guanacaste Province to relax and unwind is Playa Hermosa. This small community draws repeat visitors year …
10 Daypack Essentials for Costa Rica
Last Updated: February 11, 2025 Whether you are hiking one of Costa Rica’s rugged jungle trails or planning a relaxing walk in a national park, having what you need readily …