[vc_row full_width="full_width"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] A Costa Rica sunset cruise is the kind of “vacation staple” that somehow feels both effortless and legendary. You show up in flip-flops, step onto a boat that’s already in a good mood, and a few...
If you’re asking what makes Playa del Coco and Playa Hermosa so popular, the simple answer is variety. Calm swimming beaches, world-class ocean adventures, wildlife encounters, waterfalls, and vibrant seaside nightlife all sit within 20–30 minutes of Liberia...
Scroll any travel group right now and you’ll see it: Costa Rica questions everywhere, and answers that swing from “don’t go” to “it’s flawless”. The truth is less dramatic and far more useful—Costa Rica is brilliant, but it rewards travellers who plan with their...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] There are road trips that show you a country, and then there are road trips that introduce you to the country the way it actually behaves—mud included, rivers included, monkey screams at dawn included. The drive around...
“During high water, the ‘Aye, mami!’ rapids become ‘Oh, crap!’ rapids,” my guide informed me — and honestly, that’s the most accurate river forecast you’ll ever get in Costa Rica. Whitewater rafting here is a beautiful contradiction. One minute you’re folded into the...
...historically, humans have regarded paddling small watercraft while standing up as an efficient and ergonomic way to fish and travel in the ocean... Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) looks modern, but the idea is ancient: humans have been standing to paddle small craft...
What’s the smartest way to pick where to stay in Costa Rica? Choose the stay that matches your pace, not the one with the loudest reviews. If you want service and zero decisions, book a hotel; if you want space and flexibility, book a condo; if you want a personal...
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...