Mangrove Mysteries by Moonlight in Puntarenas

Mangrove Mysteries by Moonlight in Puntarenas

The last streaks of daylight fade over Puntarenas, that long, narrow strip of land that stretches into the Gulf of Nicoya like a finger pointing to the horizon. Streetlights hum to life along the Paseo de los Turistas, the scent of grilled fish drifts from seaside...

Jungle Hike to Pre-Columbian Spheres in Diquís

Jungle Hike to Pre-Columbian Spheres in Diquís

The air was thick enough to drink, heavy with the perfume of wet earth and crushed ginger leaves. Somewhere above, a howler monkey’s guttural roar rolled through the canopy, followed by the metallic call of a toucan. My boots squelched in the deep brown mud as I...

Discover Marbella

Discover Marbella

This 3-bedroom condominium at Los Sueños Resort is the true Costa Ricanexperience. It is the ideal stay for a group of family or friends seeking to explore the wonders of Costa Rica. This luxury condo’s detail and privacy ensures that everyone will enjoy the Pura Vida...

ESCAPE TO LAKE ARENAL

ESCAPE TO LAKE ARENAL

ESCAPE TO THE HEART OF LAKE ARENAL Lake Arenal Hotel is considered beautiful primarily because of its spectacular natural setting and the warm, welcoming atmosphere it offers. It is located overlooking Lake Arenal, providing stunning panoramic views of the lake itself...

Swim, Hike, Repeat: Hidden River Canyons of Turrialba

Swim, Hike, Repeat: Hidden River Canyons of Turrialba

Swim, Hike, Repeat: Hidden River Canyons of Turrialba Where the Wi-Fi dies, but your spirit lives on. What makes the river canyons around Turrialba so special? Turrialba's hidden canyons are wild, water-shaped playgrounds where trails lead to plunge pools and the...

Birding with Binoculars and Bad Jokes in Palo Verde

Birding with Binoculars and Bad Jokes in Palo Verde

Where the birds soar, the mud sucks, and the puns fly faster than the jacanas What makes Palo Verde a top birdwatching spot in Costa Rica? Palo Verde National Park is a wetland wonderland that draws flocks of rare and majestic birds year-round.It’s not just a national...

Whale Tales and Water Trails: Kayaking the Pacific with Giants

Whale Tales and Water Trails: Kayaking the Pacific with Giants

What makes kayaking with humpback whales in Costa Rica so special? Kayaking alongside humpback whales offers a quiet, intimate view of these ocean giants—an experience far more magical than watching from a crowded tour boat. During August and September, Costa Rica’s...

Sleeping Giants and Fiery Beasts: Costa Rica’s Volcanic Soul

Sleeping Giants and Fiery Beasts: Costa Rica’s Volcanic Soul

Introduction to Costa Rica’s Volcanic Landscape The Land of Fire Costa Rica’s beauty is more than skin deep. Underneath its rainforests, cloud forests, and pristine coastlines lies a turbulent geological engine. With over 60 volcanoes, including five currently...

Costa Rica’s Undercover Volcanoes: Tenorio, Miravalles, and Barva

Costa Rica’s Undercover Volcanoes: Tenorio, Miravalles, and Barva

Costa Rica is famous for its volcanic beauty, but most travelers only ever hear about Arenal, Rincon de la Viaja, or Poás. Hidden behind the fame of these popular giants lie lesser-known treasures—Tenorio, Miravalles, and Barva—volcanoes that are just as stunning,...