From Vandará to Rincón Thermals & Adventures: What’s New, and Why This Volcano Day Trip Belongs on Your 2026 List What happened to Vandará—did it close? No—Vandará didn’t disappear; it simply became Rincón Thermals & Adventures, with a new name and updated...
Costa Rica’s magic isn’t just beaches or rainforests—it’s the way wildly different regions sit close enough to sample in one trip, yet distinct enough to feel like separate worlds. That variety is exactly why planning matters: the “perfect” week for one traveller can...
Vandará Hot Springs & Adventure in Guanacaste is the kind of place where you can fly through the rainforest on a zipline in the morning, soak in natural hot springs by the river in the afternoon, and finish the day with a garden-to-table feast. If you book...
If you settle in Guanacaste long enough, there comes a day when paradise and practicality collide. You need something you simply cannot get in Tamarindo, Flamingo or Playas del Coco – a proper garden hose that actually sprays, a fridge that doesn’t smell like burned...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Yes, we are talking about Summer Vacation. It’s not too early to plan, especially when you have kids. In Costa Rica, the school holidays feel long, hot and full of possibility – but most parents still have to work, run...
The #1 appeal of Costa Rica is the diversity of the regions, home opportunities, and adventures to experience. You can find a variety of resources, like Howler Media, to inform yourself of the vast array of choices. I planned my first vacation in 12 years and I was...
[vc_row full_width="full_width"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Scuba Diving in Costa Rica: Where Mantas, Bull Sharks and Volcanoes Meet the Sea Costa Rica may be small on the map, but underwater it feels enormous. Wedged between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea,...
Costa Rica, renowned for its thrilling adventure activities and lush rainforests, also offers a treasure trove of non-adventure experiences for travelers seeking relaxation, cultural enrichment, and indulgence. Beyond zip-lining and surfing, this Central American gem...
[vc_row full_width="full_width"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Diamante 10% Discount Code /Diamante Coupon - Discount Code: HOWLER: I had heard about Diamante Eco Adventure Park even before moving to the Coco area of Costa Rica. Looking forward to my first...
Costa Rica in 2026: Why US Flights Could Be Easier to Score (and How to Plan the Trip Around It) Yes—recent airfare forecasting suggests that getting to Costa Rica from the US could be noticeably easier on the wallet next year, with both major international airports...
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text] Photos: Marian Paniagua Take a Step Back In Time, Twice: There is a place right outside Cañas Costa Rica, where you can be transported not once, but twice, back in time and many would say that you can even have a...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Being Green Matters for Diamante Eco Adventure Park: We came to Diamante Eco Adventure Park on a somewhat unusual mission: to learn about Diamante’s efforts to be recognized by the Certification for Sustainable Tourism (CST). This...