Quick Reads
July 10, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
If you’re looking for things to do in Costa Rica that are a little lesser-known, check out the idyllic town of Sarchí just an hour away from San Jose! Sarchí is actually known around the world for its extensive dedication to furniture making and handcrafts. The town is a small municipality within the Valverde Vega […]
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If you’re a fan of tropical beaches that are lined with rocky shores and steep cliffs, you’ll definitely want to visit Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park. It’s also teeming with wildlife, including three different species of monkeys — the mantled howler, squirrel, and capuchin monkeys. You’ll also see iguanas, snakes, bats, and even the […]
July 9, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
If you’re heading to Costa Rica for vacation, be sure to try some of the delicious local cuisine that you cannot miss out on! The country is known for many things, but its cuisine is not normally one of them since the beautiful jungles and beaches usually steal all of the attention! But instead of […]
On July 26th, Jaco Beach in Costa Rica will be featured on the Travel Channel for some bikinis, pirates, and of course, Pura Vida. Last November Travel Channel came to town to film some of Jaco’s most popular activities as well as hear locals tell their stories on what makes it such a special place. […]
July 8, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Have you heard of the Monkey Road in Costa Rica? Even if you haven’t, it sound pretty fun if you think about the adorable little monkeys that populate many areas of Costa Rica. This couple tells their tale about how their hotel concierge recommended the Monkey Road during their vacation in Costa Rica, and how […]
Features
July 8, 2015 / August 11, 2018 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Up close and personal, bull riding in Costa Rica is more daredevil rodeo than Spanish bullfighting. An authentic 'must see' experience!
With two different coastlines and lush jungles in between, it won’t be hard for you to find perfect beaches in Costa Rica. But, to help you out, this article has some tips on where to find some of the world’s most beautiful (and free) beaches, surf spots, and ultimate places to relax and unwind! Not […]
July 7, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Soon people from Peru will be able to travel visa-free to Costa Rica, thanks to their growing friendship and and good relations. That means that Costa Ricans are about to see a lot more Peruvians in their native island paradise, following the successful agreement on visa-free travel between the two countries. Representatives from both countries […]
Posts
You would think that the middle of the year would be most expensive to travel to Costa Rica, but it’s actually when the country will celebrate making it through half a year by taking some time off! That’s right! For many people trying to have fun on a budget in Costa Rica, now is the […]
In case you haven’t already seen the new Jurassic World movie, it happens to use Costa Rica as its fictional back drop. That means that Jurassic World fans, and fans of the lush, tropical atmosphere have been flocking the the area in search of this magical sci-fi scenery. The buzz created by the release of […]
July 6, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
If you love everything about architectural history, you’re going to adore a tour of Heredia in Costa Rica. Take a tour with Club La Nacion and some of their history specialists to discover and explore the Immaculate church, Carmelite church, post office building, railroad, Republic of Argentina School, the “Fortin” and the Central Market. The […]
Is the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica landed a spot in Travel and Leisure, you know it has to be something worth checking out. It’s a place where howler monkeys still rule the rainforest and locals still pan for gold. A truly unique adventure for those who love nature and a bit of a challenge. […]
July 3, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Are you planning or considering having your wedding in Costa Rica? If so, you’ll definitely want to check out this perfect beaches in Costa Rica that would be ideal for a wedding! There isn’t just one that would be the best selection, there’s plenty to explore and compare since Costa Rica has over 1,000 miles […]
If you’re planning a trip to Costa Rica, and wondering what the best beach to visit is, you might end up with quite a long list. But, this article narrows it down to one, which they think should be dubbed the best beach in Costa Rica! It’s called Manzanillo, and the author claims that it […]
With nearly 5% of the entire planet’s biodiversity contained in Costa Rica, there’s no surprise that you’ll see some awesome animals if you go there! Some can be spotted here and there, but others are endangered and incredibly rare. Whatever your reason is for visiting Costa Rica, seeing some of these animals in their natural […]
July 2, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
No matter how many beaches you’ve been to in your life, nothing is probably like the beach in Nosara, a Pacific-beach community on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula. It’s said to be the exact opposite of typical overrun beaches. In fact you can see seabirds diving for fish in the shallows that outnumber the people on […]
Have you used any of your vacation days this year? If you haven’t, or if you haven’t used many, you could use them to go to Costa Rica right now, and these 30 photos will convince you. Costa Rica is a pretty awesome place to be, whether you are looking for ecotourism opportunities like watching […]
With over 1,000 miles of coastline, Costa Rica is bound to have some of the most stunning beaches you’ll ever see! With two coastlines surrounded by lush jungle, Costa Rica has some of the most beautiful beaches in Central America, and offer diversity as well. There’s golden beaches on the Pacific that you can enjoy […]
July 1, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Costa Rica became the first nation to ban hunting in 2012 after Congress unanimously voted to make it illegal to poach wildlife. This is a huge deal because of the opportunities it means for the animals to flourish, but also because of the reported wake of controversy over the poaching of endangered animals. A number of […]
If you’re traveling to Costa Rica but want to see some places that aren’t your typical tourist spots, check out these awesome under-the-radar locations that are worth the adventure! First on the list is Montezuma, which has a beautiful beach as well as awesome waterfalls that you can even jump off of. It plays host […]
The state-run Costa Rican Electricity Institute announced that Costa Rica has got 100% of its electricity from renewable energy for 75 days straight this year. The Central American country hasn’t had to use fossil fuels at all so far in 2015 due to heavy rains that have kept hydroelectric power plants going strong. They have […]
June 30, 2015 by Ricardo | Leave a Comment
Scientists have found a new species of from that looks extremely similar to Kermit the frog! The new species is called the Hyalinobatrachium dianae and has been found in Costa Rica. It’s similar to the glass frog, which also has a bright green-lime color and translucent skin on its underside, but the eyes are what make […]
If you’re looking for a place to stay in Costa Rica that isn’t just your typical hotel, check out Buzzfeed’s list of 12 awesome places to stay that you won’t believe actually exist! First on the list is staying on a working farm and hiking through the hillsides at Finca Rosa Blanca Country Inn, a […]
June 29, 2015 / June 30, 2023 by Ricardo
If you’re looking for some great hiking adventures to do in Costa Rica, check out this article on hiking to the El Santo Statue. Many people think it’s a statue of Jesus, however it is actually the famous San Isidro de El General statue that is locally known as “El Santo”. Not only is the […]
