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How, When, And Where To See Sloths In Costa Rica (15+ Spots)

Everything you need to know about sloths in Costa Rica, including where to see sloths, how to increase your chances of seeing sloths, and when you should visit.

Alajuela, Cahuita, Costa Rica Photography, Drake Bay, Jaco, La Fortuna (Arenal), Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Matapalo (Northern Pacific), Matapalo (Osa Peninsula), Monteverde (Santa Elena), Playas del Coco, Poasito (Vera Blanca), Puerto Jimenez, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Santa Ana, Turrialba, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits

Costa Rica Travel Anxiety: How I Help My Mental Health While Traveling Around Costa Rica

We outline ways to combat Costa Rica travel anxiety related to wildlife, robbery/assault, illness, accidents, orientation, social interaction, and flying.

Extras, Safety and Practicalities

Nikki Solano Talks Costa Rica on Rick Steves’ Europe Monday Night Travel Show

Watch Nikki Solano cover 10 of the most sought-after Costa Rica destinations (and standout experiences at each) on Rick Steves’ Monday Night Travel Show.

Beaches, Caribbean Beaches, Central Pacific Beaches, City Exploration, Costa Rica Itinerary Planning, Costa Rica Photography, Costa Rica Questions and Answers, Costa Rican Culture, Drake Bay, Extras, Featured, Flights to/from Costa Rica, Food and Drink, Guanacaste / Northern Pacific Beaches, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Hot Springs, Introductory Costa Rica Trip Planning Resources, La Fortuna (Arenal), Malpais, Mangroves, Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Monteverde (Santa Elena), Moon Costa Rica (2019), National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Nicoya Peninsula Beaches, Nosara, Osa Peninsula Beaches, Plantations (Food Tours), Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, San Jose, Santa Teresa, Sarchi, Saving Money In Costa Rica, Tamarindo, Tortuguero, Transportation In Costa Rica, Travelers' Costa Rica Questions and Answers, Vegetarian and Vegan, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, Where To Go In Costa Rica, Where To Stay In Costa Rica, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

Learn About Moon Costa Rica, Our Costa Rica Guidebook Published By Moon Travel Guides!

Our Costa Rica guidebook, Moon Costa Rica, is full of tips, recommendations, photos, maps, and itineraries. Learn more!

Accommodation Recommendations, Aerial Trams, Airport Information, Alajuela, Atenas, Bagaces, Bahia Salinas, Bajos del Toro, Beaches, Bijagua, Biking, Brasilito (Playa Conchal), Budget-Friendly Tips, Cahuita, Cano Negro, Canyoneering, Canyoning, and Rappelling, Car Rentals, Caribbean Beaches, Carrillo, Cartago, Central Pacific Beaches, City Exploration, Costa Rica Itinerary Planning, Costa Rica Photography, Costa Rica Questions and Answers, Costa Rican Culture, DIY Costa Rica, Dolphin Watching, Dominical, Drake Bay, Driving Directions, El Castillo, Escazu, Extras, Featured Front Page, Flights to/from Costa Rica, Food and Drink, Free Discount Codes For Costa Rica Hotels, Car Rentals, and Shuttle Services, Gluten-Free, Golfito, Grecia, Guanacaste / Northern Pacific Beaches, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Heredia, Herradura, Hot Springs, How To Choose A Costa Rica Accommodation, How To Save Money In Costa Rica, Internet, Technology, and Electronic Devices, Introductory Costa Rica Trip Planning Resources, Jaco, La Fortuna (Arenal), Las Catalinas, Liberia, Limon, Malpais, Mangroves, Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Manzanillo, Matapalo (Northern Pacific), Matapalo (Osa Peninsula), Monteverde (Santa Elena), Montezuma, Moon Costa Rica (2019), National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Nicoya Peninsula Beaches, Nosara, Nuevo Arenal, Ojochal, Orosi, Osa Peninsula Beaches, Our Donation Project, Packing and Travel Prep, Papagayo, Pavones, Plantations (Food Tours), Playa Flamingo, Playa Grande, Playa Hermosa (Central Pacific), Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste), Playa Junquillal, Playa Negra (Guanacaste), Playas del Coco, Poasito (Vera Blanca), Potrero, Puerto Jimenez, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Punta Uva, Puntarenas, Recipes, Rincon de la Vieja, Safety and Practicalities, Sailing, Samara, San Gerardo de Dota, San Isidro de El General, San Jose, San Ramon, San Vito, Santa Ana, Santa Teresa, Sarchi, Saving Money In Costa Rica, Shopping and Souvenirs, Sierpe, Siquirres, Snorkeling, Spanish Language, Spending Money In Costa Rica, Tamarindo, Tambor, Tilaran, Tortuguero, Tour Transportation, Transportation In Costa Rica, Turrialba, Uvita (Bahia), Vegetarian and Vegan, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Weather Information, What To Do In Costa Rica, Where To Go In Costa Rica, Where To Stay In Costa Rica, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Zarcero, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

75 Photos That Will Make You Want To Go To Costa Rica ASAP

Are you dreaming of Costa Rica? Let this personal collection of our favorite Costa Rica photos spark your wanderlust today!

Costa Rica Photography, Extras

Costa Rica Wildlife Photography

View our collection of Costa Rica wildlife photography, which features photos of birds, animals, and more taken during our Costa Rica travels!

Costa Rica Photography, Extras, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits

This Is Why I Love Costa Rica

Ricky and I have spent more than a decade exploring Costa Rica together. Want to know why I love Costa Rica so much? Here’s your answer!

Costa Rican Culture, Extras

4 Lessons Worth Sharing On Our 10-Year Business Anniversary (2018)

We reflect on the top four lessons we’ve learned about owning and operating a business over the past decade we’ve explored Costa Rica.

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How The Blind See Costa Rica (A Tribute To My Dad)

Our visually-impaired dad saw Costa Rica in the most beautiful way. Learn more by reading our personal tribute to the blind in Costa Rica.

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Feliz Día de la Madre (Happy Mother’s Day) To Costa Rican Mamás And Moms Who Are Tica At Heart

A quick post to acknowledge and thank our sweet and loving moms on Costa Rica’s Día de la Madre (Mother’s Day Costa Rica)

Costa Rican Culture, Extras

Independence Day In Costa Rica

Want to spend Independence Day in Costa Rica? We outline events to catch, celebration logistics, and ways you can celebrate from home!

Costa Rican Culture, Extras

Costa Rica Futbol World Cup Qualifying Game Shines A Light On One Of The Country’s Darkest And Most Destructive Weeks

Our reflections on the week that tropical storm Nate hit Costa Rica and the week that the Costa Rica futbol team qualified for the World Cup.

Costa Rican Culture, Extras

Coronavirus In Costa Rica: COVID-19’s Impact On Tourism & Travelers

What you need to know about coronavirus in Costa Rica including how the virus has impacted tourism and whether you should cancel your trip.

Coronavirus, Extras

Free Costa Rica Trip Planning Help Amid The Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic

If you’re self-isolating or are in quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic, we’re available to answer your questions about Costa Rica trip planning via free Twitter chats.

Coronavirus, Extras

The Buzz: Client Testimonials And Reviews

Last updated on June 25th, 2019 at 08:13 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)28,728 WORDS OF AWESOMENESS AND COUNTING… “Pura Vida! eh? was amazing to work with, from the quick response to my initial emails to booking activities through them. Their informative blog was so useful …

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Costa Rica Sloths: Meet Rapida, Our Friendly Surprise Houseguest

Love Costa Rica sloths? Meet “Rapida” (photos and video)–the Costa Rican sloth that paid us a surprise visit at home one day. Pura vida!

Extras, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits

Tourism Competition In Costa Rica: The Haters Gonna Hate, Hate, Hate… But We’re Gonna Shake It Off

Last updated on July 4th, 2019 at 06:53 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)Competition is a diversely understood word. For some, it can spark friendship, such as for a group of University friends who partake in a game of flag football or frisbee golf after class. …

Extras, Introductory Costa Rica Trip Planning Resources

Most Costa Rica Tourism Companies Are Awesome. Here’s Why We Think So. We’re Sure You’ll Agree.

We work with the best Costa Rica tourism companies. Here’s 75+ of them, and an explanation of why they’re awesome!

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Where Is Your Happy Place? This Is Ours In Costa Rica…

Choosing our ultimate happy place in Costa Rica was as difficult a task for us as a Lays-lover being challenged to eat just one salty, crispy, delicious potato chip. If you bet we couldn’t do it, you were right. We thought long and hard about …

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International Sunrise and Sunset Around the World Day: Mourning Loss And Celebrating Life Has Never Been More Beautiful

Last updated on May 29th, 2017 at 08:54 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncSpwtqc6js&w=640&h=360] Grunt. Pout. Sulk. This one’s going to be a tough one to get through. Today I am reminded of why we celebrate birthdays. We don’t do it for the cake (well, maybe some of …

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Our 2023 Moon Costa Rica guidebook (third edition)

Our 2022 Moon Best of Costa Rica guidebook (first edition)

Our 2021 Moon Costa Rica guidebook (second edition)

Our 2019 Moon Costa Rica guidebook (first edition)

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How, When, And Where To See Sloths In Costa Rica (15+ Spots)

Costa Rica Travel Anxiety: How I Help My Mental Health While Traveling Around Costa Rica

Nikki Solano Talks Costa Rica on Rick Steves’ Europe Monday Night Travel Show

Learn About Moon Costa Rica, Our Costa Rica Guidebook Published By Moon Travel Guides!

75 Photos That Will Make You Want To Go To Costa Rica ASAP

Costa Rica Wildlife Photography

This Is Why I Love Costa Rica

4 Lessons Worth Sharing On Our 10-Year Business Anniversary (2018)

How The Blind See Costa Rica (A Tribute To My Dad)

Feliz Día de la Madre (Happy Mother’s Day) To Costa Rican Mamás And Moms Who Are Tica At Heart

Independence Day In Costa Rica

Costa Rica Futbol World Cup Qualifying Game Shines A Light On One Of The Country’s Darkest And Most Destructive Weeks

Coronavirus In Costa Rica: COVID-19’s Impact On Tourism & Travelers

Free Costa Rica Trip Planning Help Amid The Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic

The Buzz: Client Testimonials And Reviews

Costa Rica Sloths: Meet Rapida, Our Friendly Surprise Houseguest

Tourism Competition In Costa Rica: The Haters Gonna Hate, Hate, Hate… But We’re Gonna Shake It Off

Most Costa Rica Tourism Companies Are Awesome. Here’s Why We Think So. We’re Sure You’ll Agree.

Where Is Your Happy Place? This Is Ours In Costa Rica…

International Sunrise and Sunset Around the World Day: Mourning Loss And Celebrating Life Has Never Been More Beautiful

The Pacuare River Family

DIY Costa Rica Morpho Butterfly Costume

DIY Costa Rica Three-Toed Sloth Costume

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