• Hidden Gems of San Jose for Travelers

    Things to Do in San Jose Costa Rica

    For most travelers, the city of San Jose takes the back seat to Costa Rica’s famous nature and wildlife. However, there is something to be said for the country’s capital and its unique treasures. There are plenty of hidden gems in San Jose to be unearthed by anyone looking for a truly local experience. After […]

  • Best Nicoya Peninsula Beaches

    Best Nicoya Peninsula Beaches

    Costa Rica’s countless beaches are one of the country’s most irresistible features, so it can be hard to pick the right one for you. If you’re planning a Nicoya Peninsula vacation, make sure to read our reviews of Nicoya Peninsula’s best beaches in Costa Rica and our corresponding hotel recommendations. Playa Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa/Mal Pais) Surfers, […]

  • Costa Rica Family Resort Review: JW Marriott

    Costa Rica Family Resort Review: JW Marriott

    Planning a family vacation to Costa Rica yields countless options – SO many options, in fact, that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Planning a family trip anywhere, let alone a foreign country, incites many questions and concerns for novice vacationers and seasoned travelers alike. If you want to minimize stress and maximize your vacation time, […]

  • Andaz Papagayo Resort Redefines Costa Rica Luxury

    Andaz Papagayo Resort Redefines Costa Rica Luxury

    The premiere of the Andaz Papagayo Resort in Costa Rica brought with it the updated concept of resort vacations. Here are 3 reasons why you should consider visiting: Travelers, Not Tourists This Papagayo Costa Rica hotel stands as a shining gem among Guanacaste’s veteran resorts for many reasons, the most obvious being the fresh, modern […]

  • Arenal Volcano: Adventure Capital of Costa Rica

    Arenal Volcano Adventure Capital of Costa Rica

    For the first- time traveler to Costa Rica, our experts nearly always recommend a visit to the Arenal Volcano. For those looking for an adventure vacation, it’s a must. The commanding presence of the volcano and surrounding secondary rainforest foliage is the perfect backdrop for adrenaline junkies in search of their next rush. In 2010, the Arenal […]

  • Pacuare Jungle Lodge Review

    Pacuare Jungle Lodge Review

    Some travelers hesitate to do a rafting adventure in Costa Rica. A Costa Rica Expert explains why the Pacuare Jungle Lodge may make you reconsider.

  • Top Costa Rica Adventure Tours For Active Travelers

    Costa Rica Adventure Tours

    Costa Rica adventure tours have a unique balance of attractions and highlights. It offers all-inclusive resorts and white sand beaches in the north, and wildlife, nature, and rainforest further south. One feature that is consistent throughout the country, however, is the opportunity for world-class adventure. This sets Costa Rica above many other one-trick tropical destinations, proving […]

  • Digital Detox Destinations in Costa Rica

    Digital Detox Destinations in Costa Rica

    The modern world is more technology-laden than ever. Between our smartphones, tablets, and laptops it is nearly impossible to disconnect. It seems like everyone is always texting, Tweeting, Tumbling, Stumbling, or something. It is said that constant multitasking (like browsing your iPad while watching TV) has been linked with shallow thinking, poor concentration, diminished creativity, and […]

  • 6 Ways Costa Rica is Leading Ecotourism

    Ecotourism in Costa Rica

    If the Irish hadn’t claimed green as their national color in the early 1600’s with the birth of St Patrick’s Day, the honor could have easily been given to Costa Rica. With the unique diversity the country offers, it should come as no surprise that Costa Rica promotes tourism that is sustainable in the long run. […]

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