If you are looking for the best things to do in San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica, look no further! This misty cloud forest village has quetzal tours, waterfall hikes, bird gardens, and fresh trout on every menu. We’re Sarah…
Alajuela, Costa Rica weather runs on the same two-season rhythm as the rest of Costa Rica, dry from December to April and rainy from May to November, but sitting up in the Central Valley gives it a noticeably milder feel…
Tortuguero National Park is a maze of Caribbean waterways on Costa Rica’s northern coast. It is famous for canoe and kayak tours where you’ll spot monkeys, caimans, sloths, and (if you time it right) nesting sea turtles. It’s one of…
Samara, Costa Rica weather follows the same two-season pattern as the rest of the Nicoya Peninsula. It is hot and dry from December to April, then rainy from May to November, with each season giving a completely different feel. We’re…
Playas del Coco weather splits cleanly into two seasons. It is typically super dry from December to April, and rainy from May to November. Each season really changes what your trip should look like. We’re Sarah and Thomas, and we’ve…
Planning a family trip to Costa Rica and want a resort that actually works for kids? Here are the best family resorts in Costa Rica, picked for kid-friendly amenities, comfortable family-sized rooms, and enough adventure to wear everyone out by…
Are you curious about Costa Rica fun facts? Whether you are deep in trip planning or just love a good rabbit hole, these are the facts that make Costa Rica click. We have lived here in Costa Rica since 2016,…
Birds in Costa Rica are impossible to miss, with over 800 species throughout the country. Whether you’re a total beginner or you’ve got a life list going, this is one of the best places on earth to spot some incredible…
Solo travel in Costa Rica is a really great idea! This is a warm, welcoming country that’s easier to navigate independently than most places in Central America. Plus, Costa Rica has something to offer every kind of solo traveler regardless…
Have you ever eaten gallo pinto? What about a casado or chifrijo? If not, you’re in for a treat. I think that Costa Rican food doesn’t get the attention it deserves. It’s honest, simple cooking which uses ingredients like rice,…