Last Updated: June 16, 2025 Tamarindo is one of Costa Rica’s most popular beach destinations and for good reason. With endless activities vying for your attention and vacation budget, it …
Botanika Osa Peninsula Review: Our Stay in Puerto Jimenez
Last Updated: June 12, 2025 Our family recently stayed at Botanika Osa Peninsula in Puerto Jimenez. We have visited Puerto Jimenez many times during our years living in Costa Rica, …
Hotel Review: Arenal Springs Resort & Spa, La Fortuna
Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Our family recently stayed at Arenal Springs Resort and Spa in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. In this post, we’ll give an overview of what the …
Parador Resort and Spa Review: Our Family Stay in Manuel Antonio
Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Our family recently stayed at the Parador Resort and Spa in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. In this post, we’ll give details of what the property …
9 Best Things to Do in Bijagua (Rio Celeste)
Last Updated: June 16, 2025 Nestled in a lush valley between two dormant volcanoes lies the tranquil town of Bijagua. While many travelers visit this area for the famous Rio …
Getting Mail and Packages in Costa Rica
In this series of posts, we answer common Costa Rica questions. Today, we’re talking about something that confuses many people planning to stay long-term: how to receive mail and packages …
Ants in Costa Rica: Bites and Stings
In this series of posts, we answer common Costa Rica travel questions. Today, we’re talking about those tiny creatures that sometimes crash beach picnics and jungle walks – ants! We’ll …
19 Unique Things to Do in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Last Updated: June 17, 2025 La Fortuna is Costa Rica’s adventure capital, offering an incredible mix of things to do. Whether you want to soak in Arenal Volcano’s famous hot …
Snorkeling Near Manuel Antonio and Jaco
Last Updated: August 1, 2025 In this series of posts, we answer common Costa Rica travel questions. Today, we’ll talk about snorkel spots near Manuel Antonio and Jaco. We’ll cover …
Santa Teresa or Samara for Teen Surf Lessons & Culture
Last Updated: June 14, 2025 In this series of posts, we answer common travel questions about Costa Rica. This question is about whether Santa Teresa or Samara would be a …