Every country has its own distinct regulations, customs, culture, and traditions that set them apart from ours. Costa Rica is no exception to this. Between the tropical beaches, the soaring mountain ranges, and the sloth-filled jungles, Costa Rica has plenty you might want to watch out for. Yes, it’s consistently rated as one of the safest countries on the...
Think Costa Rica, think surf, think lush rainforests, think bird-filled cloud forests, soaring volcanos, and tasty coffee. But there’s another aspect to this tropical haven in the midst of Central America and it starts after the sun’s gone down. Mhmm…the best party destinations in Costa Rica can keep you bouncing and drinking and dancing until the early...
When someone says Jaco or Tamarindo, you may first think of surfing. However, the two coastal towns have a lot more on offer than just surfing opportunities. With vivacious nightlife, plenty of tourist activities, and Costa Rican sun, settling a debate between Jaco vs Tamarindo can be difficult. Both Jaco and Tamarindo are excellent choices for those wishing to party...
Tamarindo has long been a popular beach destination on the Costa Rican Pacific coast. It’s known for having great surf waves, a fantastic west-facing beach, and – perhaps most of all – a vibrant nightlife. In fact, partying is what attracts loads of tourists to this lively town, because, when the night begins, Tamarindo really comes to life. From fancy cocktail...
A place of rugged rainforests and long stretches of sandy coastline, Costa Rica is a jewel in the crown of Central America. With roughly a quarter of the country made up of protected jungle, Costa Rica is teeming with wildlife. In fact, it’s one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, accounting for 5% of the World’s biodiversity. Home to 300,000 species of insects...
Costa Rica is a wonderful place. From the luscious jungles and cloud forests of Monteverde all the way to the shimmering beaches of the Nicoya Peninsula and across to the glinting Caribbean Sea, this country is famed for its gorgeous landscapes and booming biodiversity. But what about snakes in Costa Rica? Yep, they do exist. And there are quite a few of them, too…...
Although not typically thought of as a destination for gourmands, the home of Pura Vida has a surprising depth to its cooking and offers delicious dishes that are well worth sampling. As you’ll quickly notice, Costa Rica food culture is largely centered on the combo of rice and beans, along with farmed chicken or beef, and a whole load of freshly caught fish...
Is San Jose worth visiting? This guide aims to explore all the best things that the first city of Central America’s favorite ecotourism destination has to offer. We’ll show you seven reasons why San Jose shouldn’t be missed on your Costa Rican itinerary. Located in the middle of the Central Valley, one of the main rifts between the mountain ranges...
Despite having a human population of just five million, Costa Rica counts over 800 separate species of bird, over 200 separate species of mammal, and more than 400 separate types of reptiles and amphibians. It’s hardly a surprise that it’s consistently rated as one of the most biodiverse places on the planet! But, along with the resplendent quetzal and...