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

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

We compare and contrast La Fortuna / Arenal and Monteverde, plus offer a quiz, photos, and discounts for both areas to help you decide!

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How To Make A Day Trip To Monteverde From La Fortuna / Arenal (Or Vice Versa)

How To Make A Day Trip To Monteverde From La Fortuna / Arenal (Or Vice Versa)

We outline three ways to make a day trip to Monteverde from La Fortuna / Arenal (or vice versa) and explain why doing so isn’t a good idea.

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Mistico Park or Sky Walk/Adventures: Which Arenal Hanging Bridges Are The Best?

Mistico Park or Sky Walk/Adventures: Which Arenal Hanging Bridges Are The Best?

Looking for the best Arenal hanging bridges? We compare and contrast the Mistico Park bridges and the Arenal Sky Walk bridges.

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Award-Winning Blue Flag Beaches In Costa Rica (Photos & Map; Most-Recent Winners)

Award-Winning Blue Flag Beaches In Costa Rica (Photos & Map; Most-Recent Winners)

We explain Costa Rica’s ecological blue flag program, describe 25 exemplary beaches, and list 40 notable others so you can select the eco-friendly beach that’s best for you!

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Costa Rica Destinations: Common Name And Location Misunderstandings

Costa Rica Destinations: Common Name And Location Misunderstandings

Avoid confusion, frustration, and travel mistakes by learning how to correctly identify similarly named Costa Rica destinations, including towns and beaches.

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Visiting Vandara—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica

Visiting Vandara—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica

We describe the most memorable aspects of Vandara in Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.

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Visiting The Rio Negro Hot Springs—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica

Visiting The Rio Negro Hot Springs—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica

We describe the most memorable aspects of the Rio Negro Hot Springs in Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.

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Visiting Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center (ZooAve)—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Alajuela, Costa Rica

Visiting Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center (ZooAve)—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Alajuela, Costa Rica

We describe the most memorable aspects of the Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center (formerly ZooAve) in Alajuela, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.

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Visiting The El Toledo Coffee Farm—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Atenas, Costa Rica

Visiting The El Toledo Coffee Farm—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Atenas, Costa Rica

We describe the most memorable aspects of the family-run El Toledo Coffee farm in Atenas, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.

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Visiting The Monteverde Orchid Garden—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Monteverde, Costa Rica

Visiting The Monteverde Orchid Garden—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Monteverde, Costa Rica

We describe the most memorable aspects of the Monteverde Orchid Garden in Monteverde, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.

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Visiting The Carara National Park—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Tarcoles, Costa Rica

Visiting The Carara National Park—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): Tarcoles, Costa Rica

We describe the most memorable aspects of the Carara National Park in Tarcoles, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.

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Which Costa Rica Airport Is The Best To Fly To? Comparing The San Jose (SJO) And Liberia (LIR) Airports

Which Costa Rica Airport Is The Best To Fly To? Comparing The San Jose (SJO) And Liberia (LIR) Airports

Wondering which Costa Rica airport you should fly to? We compare SJO vs LIR based on location, size, dining, design, airlines, tax, parking, and WiFi access.

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Is Tortuguero Worth Visiting?

Is Tortuguero Worth Visiting?

Is Tortuguero worth visiting? We detail the experience, what you can expect, who should visit, and who should skip the area altogether. Learn more!

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Why You Should Visit La Fortuna (Arenal) During Your Trip To Costa Rica

Why You Should Visit La Fortuna (Arenal) During Your Trip To Costa Rica

Most travellers who choose to visit Costa Rica do so with the intent to immerse themselves in a culture different than their own. With tourism booming in Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean, part of Costa Rica’s appeal is its rawness, evidenced by its many pristine …

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Santa Elena Costa Rica: Is It Different Than Monteverde?

Santa Elena Costa Rica: Is It Different Than Monteverde?

Going to Monteverde? You may be visiting Santa Elena Costa Rica instead. We separate the two and help you decide which is the best to stay in and why.

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The Most Time And Cost Efficient Way To Visit Tortuguero And Raft The Pacuare River During Your Time In Costa Rica (Part 1).

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 incorporating both activities into their trip plans without wasting precious vacation time and money. Although …

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