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!
Want to know where to stay in Monteverde Costa Rica? We recommend the Monteverde Country Lodge and we offer a free discount promotion code for the hotel too!
Use Costa Rica tour transportation to save time and money! We list tours that provide transportation between two destinations, and offer discounts for them too!
Want to know where to stay in Samara Costa Rica? We recommend Hotel Leyenda and we offer a free discount promotion code for the hotel too!
Want to know everything there is to know about flying to Costa Rica? We breakdown the information by airline so you can quickly find what you need.
Want to know how to save money on Costa Rica tours? Use our tips and sample itineraries to pay less for tours and activities in Costa Rica!
Want free Costa Rica discount codes? We’ve got plenty, including discounts for Costa Rica hotels, shuttle services, and car rentals!
We explain when and why you should (or shouldn’t) reserve Costa Rica tours and activities in advance, with recommendations month by month.
Need to make your own diy sloth costume? Costa Rica inspired us to pull off this three-toed sloth project with little time, money, and materials. Learn more!
Want to learn about the Pacuare River in Costa Rica? We are part of the Pacuare River family and we describe why the river is a community–not only a tourist spot. Learn more!
Everything you need to know about spending money in Costa Rica, including cash (USD and colones), credit cards, and travelers’ cheques.
Everything you need to know about the internet, electronic devices, and SIM cards in Costa Rica, including the 10 steps to getting a SIM card in Costa Rica!
Everything you need to know about gluten-free Costa Rica, including gluten-free food in Costa Rica, gluten-free restaurants in Costa Rica, and more!
Want to know where to stay in San Jose Costa Rica? We recommend Hotel Robledal and we offer a free discount promotion code for the hotel too!
Learn which Costa Rica car rental agency we use, why we use them, and gain access to a 25%-50% discount off your Costa Rica car rental!
Is Tortuguero worth visiting? We detail the experience, what you can expect, who should visit, and who should skip the area altogether. Learn more!
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. It can also act as a source of motivation, both pushing people …
Wondering about Costa Rica car rental insurance? We cover mandatory insurance in Costa Rica and provide cost examples for different options.
View photos of our personal collection of 60+ Costa Rica souvenirs and learn tips for buying the best souvenirs in Costa Rica!
Wondering which Costa Rica volcano is the best to visit? We compare Costa Rica’s top 5 volcanoes, outline ways to visit each, and answer popular volcano-related questions!
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.
Want to plan a trip to Costa Rica? Follow our steps for free and easy Costa Rica vacation planning help!
Curious about Costa Rica trip reservations? Here’s when you should book hotels, tours, transportation services, rental cars, and restaurants.
Avoid hotel regret! Prioritize location and keep these recommended considerations in mind when choosing a Costa Rica hotel!
We answer the question “Is San Jose worth visiting?” and detail 15 things to do in San Jose Costa Rica if you make the trip!
September 2024 edition
