FOR YOU, FOR FREE: 17 years' worth of firsthand Costa Rica trip planning and travel advice compiled into hundreds of articles, plus exclusive discounts. Created by a Costa Rican and a four-time published Costa Rica guidebook author. Welcome, amigos, and as we say in Costa Rica, pura vida!
We describe the most memorable aspects of the Tortuguero National Park (Cerro Tortuguero Sector) in Tortuguero, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
We describe the most memorable aspects of the Tortuguero National Park’s Cuatro Esquinas Sector in Tortuguero, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
Not sure whether La Pavona or Cano Blanco is the best dock to use to get to Tortuguero? We compare and contrast the two docks and provide photos from our visits to each!
We describe the most memorable aspects of Costa Rica’s National Theater in San Jose, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
We describe the most memorable aspects of the traditional Hacienda Doka Coffee Farm near Alajuela, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
We list the Costa Rica hours of operation for national parks, biological reserves, wildlife refuges, and other attractions!
We describe the most memorable aspects of the Monteverde Orchid Garden in Monteverde, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
We provide photos of Playa Tropical Costa Rica (Nicoya Peninsula), plus info about beach features, safety, location, parking, and more!
We describe the most memorable aspects of the Carara National Park in Tarcoles, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
We describe the most memorable aspects of the family-run El Toledo Coffee farm in Atenas, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
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.
We describe the most memorable aspects of Vandara in Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
We describe the most memorable aspects of the Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center (formerly ZooAve) in Alajuela, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
Looking for the best Arenal hanging bridges? We compare and contrast the Mistico Park bridges and the Arenal Sky Walk bridges.
Want to visit one of the Osa Peninsula beaches in Costa Rica? Don’t miss these noteworthy beaches!
Want to visit one of the Caribbean beaches in Costa Rica? Don’t miss these noteworthy beaches!
In honor of Costa Rica’s bicentennial (200-year) birthday, we compiled 100 photos and 100 top experiences to have in Costa Rica. Enjoy, amigos!
Our helpful charts illustrate the cost to go to Costa Rica according to activities, hotels, transportation services, meals, souvenirs, and more!
See our master list of Costa Rica destinations for photos of 70+ places to consider when narrowing down where to go in Costa Rica.
Our free Monteverde hotel guide explores hotels we’ve stayed at in the Monteverde region.
We provide photos of Playa Herradura Costa Rica (Central Pacific), plus info about beach features, safety, location, parking, and more!
Our free La Fortuna hotel guide explores hotels we’ve stayed at in the Arenal region.
Everything you need to know about all-inclusive resorts in Costa Rica (and non-all-inclusive resorts) that deliver a luxury travel experience.
We provide photos of Playa Blanca Costa Rica (Central Pacific), plus info about beach features, safety, location, parking, and more!
September 2024 edition
