Anyone else get serious anxiety before flying? I always think I’m going to miss my flight or something. Despite that, I can assure you that flying out of San Jose Costa Rica is always a breeze (or at least it has been for us)! Here is a complete guide to make sure it all runs smoothly for you…. Flying out of San Jose Costa Rica: Arriving at the airport We suggest staying in the city ... View Post
Backpacking Costa Rica – A Complete First Timers Guide
Ah, Costa Rica! The land of pura vida, amazing rainforests, beautiful beaches, cool wildlife, and a bad reputation of being too expensive and filled with tourists. Because of its expensive and touristy reputation a lot of people tend to skip backpacking Costa Rica and head straight to it’s more affordable neighbors Panama and Nicaragua. As two foreigners living in Costa Rica who have ... View Post
Why You Need to Visit Bocas del Toro
Alright I know we are a Costa Rica blog so please don't judge us as we go total fangirl over Panama, but guys, you NEED to visit Bocas del Toro! It is seriously one of the coolest places I've ever been. Here are all the reasons you need to visit Bocas del Toro with pictures. VISIT BOCAS DEL TORO - You take a fun boat ride to get out to the islands I can not get over how clear the ... View Post
Must Have Gear for Costa Rica
Packing for Costa Rica is not always the easiest. You're dealing with a variety of microclimates here. Get ready for the rainforest, cloud forests, beaches, and different rainy seasons depending on where you are traveling. Ugh! For such a small country, it sure doesn't make it easy! Here is our list of must-have gear for Costa Rica which we think all travelers will benefit from ... View Post
The La Fortuna Waterfall – A Must See Spot in Costa Rica
The La Fortuna Waterfall is one of those sites you see in pictures and think it looks pretty, but when you finally see it in real life, you are completely blown away by its epic proportions. This waterfall is (in our opinion) a must-see spot while traveling in Costa Rica. We take every single person who comes to visit us here in Costa Rica to the La Fortuna Waterfall. In fact, it’s gotten to ... View Post
Llanos de Cortez Waterfall – Guide to Visiting
We love the northern Guanacaste region of Costa Rica for its beautiful beaches and amazing day trip opportunities. One of our absolute favorite spots here is the Llanos de Cortez Waterfall. This waterfall is seriously impressive, easy to access, and inexpensive! We visited this waterfall while staying near Playas del Coco. After a few days of non-stop beach action, we were ready for a little ... View Post