Let’s be real, when a country has two coastlines, jungles everywhere, and a national catchphrase that’s basically “chill out and enjoy your life”, you’d be right to expect tons of awesome beach bars. However, not all beach bars in Costa…
When people think wellness retreats in Costa Rica, they usually picture yoga on a deck somewhere with a green juice in hand. And, there’s nothing wrong with that, but the wellness scene here has grown into something so much deeper…
The sun in Costa Rica is one of those things you might not fully grasp until you’re already red as a lobster by noon on day two. We’ve been living in Costa Rica since 2016, and if there’s one thing…
If you’re looking for honest Costa Rica travel tips, you’ve landed in the right spot. Costa Rica is a beautiful, biodiverse, slightly chaotic little country. There’s a lot to know before you go. I’m Sarah, and my husband and I…
The Montezuma beach walk is one of the best things to do on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula. This scenic coastal hike takes you past hidden beaches, tide pools, and jungle-lined shoreline, all the way to a waterfall that flows directly…
Tamarindo is one of the most popular beach towns in Costa Rica. It’s easy to get to, there’s a ton to do, and it has that classic beach town energy that a lot of people are looking for on their…
One of the nice things about Costa Rica is that it’s actually really easy to get to from the United States. There are direct flights from a surprising number of cities, and even if you don’t live near a major…
San Jose to Liberia is one of the most common travel routes in Costa Rica, especially for people who fly into San José but are ultimately heading to Guanacaste. The tricky part is that this route often takes longer than…
If you are visiting Monteverde, Costa Rica a wildlife night tour is hands-down one of the best ways to experience the cloud forest. Plus, realistically, it’s the only way you’re going to spot most of this wildlife. We’ve done several…
Costa Rica rainy season (also known as green season) runs from late April through early December. I know, this seems like a really long time of rain, but trust me, it does not mean rain every day. We’ve been living…