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Costa Rica Travel Blog is the current traveller, will-be traveller, has-been traveller, and should-be traveller's guide to everything costa rica. Information, stories, news, advice – written by the Pura Vida! eh? Incorporated team – costa rican insiders, outsiders, and everywhere-in-between-siders.
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Costa Rica Is Inspiring! Apparently, We Are Too! Thanks “The Seven Minds” and “Writingrenee’s Blog” For The Very Inspiring Blogger Award!
We think Costa Rica is pretty inspiring, however it is great to learn that our peers within the blogosphere think the same about our writing. A huge thanks to The Seven … Continue reading
Costa Rica All-Inclusive Resort Series – PART 1: Why Costa Rica Is NOT An All-Inclusive Resort Destination
To kick off this post, Why Costa Rica Is NOT An All-Inclusive Resort Destination (Part 1 of our blog series Costa Rica All-Inclusive Resorts), I must admit that Costa Rica is … Continue reading
Which Costa Rica Hanging Bridges Are The Best? Comparing 4 Popular Hanging Bridge Sites in Arenal and Monteverde.
You asked, we answered! As a follow-up to our post “Which Costa Rica Zipline Is The Best? Comparing 6 Popular Canopy Tours in Arenal and Monteverde“, we are delving into … Continue reading
The Best River For Rafting In Costa Rica
We love rafting. Point blank. Given that Ricky was a white water rafting guide and safety kayaker on Costa Rica’s pacuare river for more than 6 years, we are of … Continue reading
Costa Rica Destinations: Common Name & Location Misunderstandings
As we suggest in our blog post Costa Rica Hotel Tip: Can you name your Arenal or Monteverde hotel?, Costa Rica is notorious for using repeat words and phrases to describe … Continue reading
The Buzz! Click Here To Read Client Testimonials And Reviews About Us!
This is what Costa Rica Travel Blog and Pura Vida! eh? Incorporated are all about… ASSISTING TRAVELLERS! “Nikki & Ricky Solano: Pura Vida! eh? Incorporated We were recommended to your … Continue reading
Goodbye 2012. Hello 2013! Where We’ve Been And Where We’re Going
And so ends another year at Pura Vida! eh? Incorporated. We are humbled by the number of travellers who have chosen us as their preferred Costa Rica trip-planning partners throughout … Continue reading
When Is The Best Time Of Year To Travel To Costa Rica?
The below post is now available as an audio recording (ideal for the visually impaired). Click on the video below to play the reading. Like all Costa Rica trip planning, … Continue reading
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Looking for something specific? The following are our blog posts arranged by topic. Looking for something not already written about below? Email us at info@puravidaeh.ca – we would be happy … Continue reading
Where To Go In Costa Rica: Determining the Best Places To Visit During Your Trip
The below post is now available as an audio recording (ideal for the visually impaired). Click on the video below to play the reading. Costa Rica is the Disney World … Continue reading
Honeymooning in Costa Rica? Create a FREE Honeymoon Registry!
BRIDES AND GROOMS! Can’t wait to marry/honeymoon in Costa Rica? Wish your budget was larger than it is? Why not allow your wedding attendants and guests to help? After all, what better … Continue reading
Why You Should Visit La Fortuna (Arenal) During Your Trip To Costa Rica
The below post is now available as an audio recording (ideal for the visually impaired). Click on the video below to play the reading. Most travellers who choose to visit … Continue reading
Costa Rica Transportation: 10 ways to get from point A to point B throughout your trip
When promoting costa rica, we always explain to travellers that two of the best things about the country are its small size (geographically-speaking) and the fact that there is so … Continue reading
Understanding The Practice Of Currency Exchange and Minimizing Loss: USD to Costa Rican Colon
Compared to other currency exchanges around the world, the USD to costa rican colon exchange is an easy one to learn and remember. Most travellers memorize the conversion and use … Continue reading
Costa Rica Creatures Series: INSECTS
As mentioned in an earlier post, Costa Rica Travel Blog is producing a blog series titled “Costa Rica Creatures”. The following article on insects is part of this series. If you … Continue reading
Costa Rica Creatures Series: BUTTERFLIES
As mentioned in an earlier post, Costa Rica Travel Blog is producing a blog series titled “Costa Rica Creatures”. The following article on butterflies is part of this series. If you … Continue reading
25 reasons why trekking or living abroad is an unforgettable, unmatchable, and irreplaceable experience.
Every traveller is different. Some travel to do something, many travel to avoid something, and others travel to become something. Some love it and some hate it. Some even make … Continue reading
5 RED FLAGS to look out for when buying a Costa Rica Vacation Package!
Trips to costa rica are more popular than ever, but do you know how to protect yourself from paying more for your vacation than you should, having a low quality … Continue reading
The most time and cost efficient way to visit Tortuguero and raft the Pacuare River during your time in Costa Rica (Part 1).
Travellers interested in experiencing two of costa rica’s greatest tours – cruises through the tortuguero canals and rafting on the pacuare river – are faced with the challenge of best … Continue reading
Who Likes Free Stuff? Free Coupons For Costa Rica Restaurants, Souvenir Stores, and More!
We love giving away free stuff and we know you love receiving it! For extra costa rica vacation savings, check out our ‘freebie vouchers’ (click on an image below to … Continue reading
Do Your Travelling Pants Have Shallow Pockets? 10 Things To Do In Downtown La Fortuna (Arenal, Costa Rica) For Less Than $5!
If there is anything we are passionate about throughout our work at Pura Vida! eh? Incorporated it is helping travellers save money when planning a trip to costa rica. Our … Continue reading
Adios 2011. Hola 2012! Costa Rica tourism and the year ahead.
To start, thank you to everyone who has made 2011 such an exciting and rewarding year for us at Pura Vida! eh? Incorporated. The past year surprised us with more … Continue reading
Support humble businesses? Visit Monteverde Villa Lodge in Monteverde!
At Pura Vida! eh? Incorporated, we leave our home in La Fortuna/Arenal and travel the country often in order to perform site inspections at the various hotels we offer to … Continue reading
Mountain Biking & Bikes for Rent in La Fortuna (Costa Rica)
La fortuna is fortunately home to more things to do than any other location in costa rica. Mountain biking tours are widely available – some include trips around the volcano, … Continue reading
Free Local Swimming Hole & Tarzan Swing in La Fortuna/Arenal (El Salto)
Travelling throughout costa rica on a budget? Don’t miss the free swimming hole and tarzan swing while in la fortuna! The swimming hole - otherwise known as “El Salto” – is located just … Continue reading
El Silencio Trail (La Fortuna) Hike & Volcano-Viewing Experience
If you are interested in getting up close and personal with the arenal volcano while in la fortuna, el silencio trail is the most popular means of doing so. El … Continue reading
Free Local Hot Springs in La Fortuna/Arenal (Mini-Tabacon)
Travelling throughout costa rica on a budget? Don’t miss the free local hot springs while in la fortuna! Let me start by explaining that there are countless hot spring options in … Continue reading
Spending in Costa Rica – Trip Currencies
Rest assured american travellers… the dollar (american) is widely accepted throughout costa rica! Unfortunately, the canadian dollar, euros (in rare cases), and other foreign currencies are not accepted. Although the local currency is the … Continue reading
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