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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)

How Much Does It Cost To Go To Costa Rica? Costs Of Activities, Hotels, Food, Transportation Services, And More!

Our helpful charts illustrate the cost to go to Costa Rica according to activities, hotels, transportation services, meals, souvenirs, and more!

Costa Rica Itinerary Planning, Featured, Food and Drink, How To Save Money In Costa Rica, Saving Money In Costa Rica, Spending Money In Costa Rica, Transportation In Costa Rica, What To Do In Costa Rica, Where To Stay In Costa Rica

Where To Go In Costa Rica: 70+ Costa Rica Destinations (In Photos)

See our master list of Costa Rica destinations for photos of 70+ places to consider when narrowing down where to go in Costa Rica.

Alajuela, Atenas, Bagaces, Bajos del Toro, Beaches, Bijagua, Brasilito (Playa Conchal), Cahuita, Cano Negro, Caribbean Beaches, Carrillo, Cartago, Central Pacific Beaches, Dominical, Drake Bay, El Castillo, Escazu, Featured, Featured Front Page, Golfito, Grecia, Guanacaste / Northern Pacific Beaches, Herradura, Jaco, La Fortuna (Arenal), Las Catalinas, Liberia, Limon, Malpais, Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Manzanillo, Matapalo (Northern Pacific), Monteverde (Santa Elena), Montezuma, Nicoya Peninsula Beaches, Nosara, Nuevo Arenal, Ojochal, Orosi, Osa Peninsula Beaches, Papagayo, 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, Rincon de la Vieja, Samara, San Gerardo de Dota, San Jose, San Ramon, Santa Teresa, Sarchi, Sierpe, Siquirres, Tamarindo, Tambor, Tortuguero, Turrialba, Uvita (Bahia), Where To Go In Costa Rica, Where To Stay In Costa Rica, Zarcero

Costa Rica Off The Beaten Path: Where To Go And What To Do

We detail (with photos!) which destinations and beaches to pick, and things to do if you want to experience Costa Rica off the beaten path!

Alajuela, Atenas, Bajos del Toro, Beaches, Bijagua, Cahuita, Carrillo, Cartago, City Exploration, Drake Bay, Featured, Golfito, Grecia, Hot Springs, Matapalo (Osa Peninsula), National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Nosara, Nuevo Arenal, Ojochal, Orosi, Pavones, Playa Hermosa (Central Pacific), Playa Junquillal, Playa Negra (Guanacaste), Poasito (Vera Blanca), Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, San Gerardo de Dota, San Ramon, San Vito, Santa Ana, Sarchi, Tambor, Tilaran, Turrialba, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, Where To Go In Costa Rica, Zarcero

Must-Know Info About Monteverde Costa Rica From Seasoned Visitors

Our free Monteverde city guide (Santa Elena) covers everything we’ve learned from exploring Monteverde Costa Rica for years.

Accommodation Recommendations, Aerial Trams, City Exploration, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Monteverde (Santa Elena), National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Plantations (Food Tours), Where To Go In Costa Rica, Where To Stay In Costa Rica, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

Must-Know Info About La Fortuna Costa Rica From Longtime Residents

Our free La Fortuna city guide covers everything we’ve learned from living in and exploring La Fortuna Costa Rica for years.

Accommodation Recommendations, Aerial Trams, Canyoneering, Canyoning, and Rappelling, City Exploration, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Hot Springs, La Fortuna (Arenal), National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Where To Go In Costa Rica, Where To Stay In Costa Rica, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

80+ Costa Rica Beaches (In Photos) And Where To Find Them

See our master list of Costa Rica beaches for photos of 80+ beaches in Costa Rica to help you decide which one(s) to visit!

Bahia Salinas, Beaches, Brasilito (Playa Conchal), Cahuita, Caribbean Beaches, Carrillo, Central Pacific Beaches, Dominical, Drake Bay, Featured, Guanacaste / Northern Pacific Beaches, Herradura, Jaco, Las Catalinas, Limon, Malpais, Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Manzanillo, Matapalo (Northern Pacific), Matapalo (Osa Peninsula), Montezuma, Nicoya Peninsula Beaches, Nosara, Ojochal, Osa Peninsula Beaches, Papagayo, Pavones, Playa Flamingo, Playa Grande, Playa Hermosa (Central Pacific), Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste), Playa Junquillal, Playa Negra (Guanacaste), Playas del Coco, Potrero, Puerto Jimenez, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Punta Uva, Puntarenas, Samara, Santa Teresa, Tamarindo, Tambor, Tortuguero, Uvita (Bahia), Where To Go In Costa Rica

Costa Rica Food Guide: 30+ Things To Eat In Costa Rica & Where And When To Eat Them

We detail the top things to eat in Costa Rica, including where and when to eat them, and how to pronounce them!

Costa Rican Culture, Featured, Food and Drink, Gluten-Free, Recipes, Vegetarian and Vegan

30 Popular Things To Do In Costa Rica And Where To Do Them

We detail the 30 most popular things to do in Costa Rica (with photos) and describe the attractions, beaches, cities, and towns that offer them!

Aerial Trams, Alajuela, Bijagua, Biking, Brasilito (Playa Conchal), Cahuita, Canyoneering, Canyoning, and Rappelling, Carrillo, Cartago, City Exploration, Dolphin Watching, Dominical, Drake Bay, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Heredia, Herradura, Hot Springs, Jaco, La Fortuna (Arenal), Las Catalinas, Liberia, Limon, Malpais, Mangroves, Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Monteverde (Santa Elena), Montezuma, National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Nosara, Papagayo, Plantations (Food Tours), Playa Flamingo, Playa Grande, Playa Hermosa (Central Pacific), Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste), Playas del Coco, Poasito (Vera Blanca), Puerto Jimenez, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Rincon de la Vieja, Sailing, Samara, San Gerardo de Dota, San Jose, Santa Teresa, Sarchi, Siquirres, Snorkeling, Tamarindo, Tortuguero, Turrialba, Uvita (Bahia), Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

Costa Rica Highway Conditions By Route

We compare and contrast Costa Rica highway conditions by design, terrain, pace, traffic, flow, tolls, river crossings, and 4×4 requirements.

Alajuela, Atenas, Bagaces, Bahia Salinas, Bajos del Toro, Bijagua, Brasilito (Playa Conchal), Cahuita, Carrillo, Cartago, Dominical, Drake Bay, Driving Directions, Escazu, Featured, Golfito, Grecia, Heredia, Herradura, Jaco, La Fortuna (Arenal), Las Catalinas, Liberia, Limon, Malpais, Manuel Antonio (Quepos), Manzanillo, Matapalo (Northern Pacific), Matapalo (Osa Peninsula), Monteverde (Santa Elena), Montezuma, Nosara, Nuevo Arenal, Ojochal, Orosi, Papagayo, Pavones, 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, Rincon de la Vieja, Samara, San Gerardo de Dota, San Jose, San Ramon, San Vito, Santa Ana, Santa Teresa, Sarchi, Siquirres, Tamarindo, Tambor, Tilaran, Tortuguero, Transportation In Costa Rica, Turrialba, Uvita (Bahia), Zarcero

Self-Guided Adventures: 20 Things To Do In Costa Rica Without A Guide

Want to experience Costa Rica without a guide? We outline which tours and activities do and do not allow for unguided adventures. Learn more!

Biking, City Exploration, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Hot Springs, National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Snorkeling, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits

Costa Rica Tours And Activities: Should You Book In Advance Or Wait?

We explain when and why you should (or shouldn’t) reserve Costa Rica tours and activities in advance, with recommendations month by month.

Aerial Trams, Biking, Canyoneering, Canyoning, and Rappelling, City Exploration, Dolphin Watching, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Hot Springs, Introductory Costa Rica Trip Planning Resources, Mangroves, National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Plantations (Food Tours), Sailing, Snorkeling, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

How To Plan A Trip To Costa Rica For Free Step By Step

Aerial Trams, Biking, Canyoneering, Canyoning, and Rappelling, City Exploration, Dolphin Watching, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), Hot Springs, Mangroves, National Parks, Hiking, and Walking, Plantations (Food Tours), Sailing, Snorkeling, Volcanoes, Waterfalls, What To Do In Costa Rica, White Water Rafting, Wildlife Spotting, Gardens, and Exhibits, Ziplining (Canopy Tours)

Best Hanging Bridges in Costa Rica: Comparing 4 in Arenal and Monteverde

We compare the most popular hanging bridges in Costa Rica and offer discounts for hanging bridge tours and entrance fees!

El Castillo, Featured, Hanging Bridges (Suspension Bridges), La Fortuna (Arenal), Monteverde (Santa Elena), What To Do In Costa Rica

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

How Much Does It Cost To Go To Costa Rica? Costs Of Activities, Hotels, Food, Transportation Services, And More!

Where To Go In Costa Rica: 70+ Costa Rica Destinations (In Photos)

Costa Rica Off The Beaten Path: Where To Go And What To Do

Must-Know Info About Monteverde Costa Rica From Seasoned Visitors

Must-Know Info About La Fortuna Costa Rica From Longtime Residents

80+ Costa Rica Beaches (In Photos) And Where To Find Them

Costa Rica Food Guide: 30+ Things To Eat In Costa Rica & Where And When To Eat Them

30 Popular Things To Do In Costa Rica And Where To Do Them

Costa Rica Highway Conditions By Route

Costa Rica Tours And Activities: Should You Book In Advance Or Wait?

How To Plan A Trip To Costa Rica For Free Step By Step

Costa Rica Trip Reservations: Booking In Advance, How Much Time Is Needed?

15 Things To Do In San Jose Costa Rica (And 3 Things To Skip Doing)

Renting A Car In Costa Rica: Should You Do It?

How Not To Fall For Costa Rica Car Rental Scams

Costa Rica Safety Guide: Is Costa Rica Safe? Yes, If You Do This.

50+ Common Questions About Costa Rica And Our Answers To Each!

How To Decide Between La Fortuna / Arenal or Monteverde (or Why You Should Visit Both)

Best Hot Springs In Arenal: We Compare All 12 La Fortuna Hot Springs

Costa Rica Transportation: 15 Ways To Get Around Costa Rica

Costa Rica Guided Tours: Are They Necessary, Valuable, And/Or Worthwhile?

Best Hanging Bridges in Costa Rica: Comparing 4 in Arenal and Monteverde