With only weeks until our new addition arrives, we thought it was time to start sharing our experience of having a baby in Costa Rica. Moving here, we knew that …
Simple Spanish for Visiting Costa Rica
If you are worried about not speaking Spanish for your upcoming trip to Costa Rica, you’re not alone. We remember those days too and hear from lots of others who …
9 Things to Do in Dominical
Last Updated: August 5, 2025 Dominical is probably best known for its waves, which draw surfers from all around the world. But there’s a lot more to this quirky beach …
The Painted Oxcarts of Sarchi
Last Updated: August 4, 2025 Long before ecotourism vans took to the roads of Costa Rica, there was another much simpler mode of transportation: the oxcart. Brightly painted with intricate …
Money Matters: Currency, Exchanging Money, and Tipping in Costa Rica
Last Updated: May 26, 2025 If you’re a first-time visitor to Costa Rica, you probably have some questions related to money. Maybe you’re wondering about the best way to exchange …
Getting Your Home Ready for a House Sit: 12 Tips for Homeowners
Last Updated: May 10, 2023 When we first moved to Costa Rica, we did house sitting for several years and walked into all different kinds of situations. Sometimes homes and pets …
Best Hotels Near San Jose Airport
Last Updated: August 14, 2025 With crazy flight schedules and lengthy drives between most destinations and the airport, sometimes an overnight near Costa Rica’s San Jose Airport (SJO or Juan …
Whale Watching in Costa Rica
Last Updated: August 1, 2025 Costa Rica is probably best known for its wildlife on land. Monkeys, sloths, birds, and butterflies often steal the show and for good reason. But …
Spotting Costa Rica’s Most Spectacular Wildlife at Sirena Ranger Station
Last Updated: July 21, 2025 One of the things that Costa Rica is best known for is its spectacular wildlife. Just about everywhere around the country you can see a …
Weather in Costa Rica: What You Need to Know
Last Updated: May 21, 2025 So your favorite weather app is telling you that it’s raining every day in Costa Rica. Of course you’re stressed! Before you start canceling plans …