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!
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 work with the best Costa Rica tourism companies. Here’s 75+ of them, and an explanation of why they’re awesome!
We compare and contrast La Fortuna / Arenal and Monteverde, plus offer a quiz, photos, and discounts for both areas to help you decide!
Looking for the best La Fortuna hot springs in Arenal Costa Rica? We compare and contrast all 12 and offer discounts for hot springs passes!
La Fortuna Waterfall details including who should visit, hike difficulty, facility / viewpoint info, and discounts for waterfall tours!
Interested in a Manuel Antonio sailing tour? We outline who should go, what to see, tour logistics, and offer a free sailing tour discount too!
We compare/contrast 15 types of Costa Rica transportation, plus offer free discounts for shuttles and car rentals. Learn more!
Want to protect yourself from Costa Rica vacation package scams and red flags? We outline what to be aware of and watch out for.
Everything you need to know about vegan and vegetarian food in Costa Rica, including what to eat and other tips!
Curious if you need a tour guide in Costa Rica? We explore whether Costa Rica guided tours or unguided tours are better, and why.
Want to know where to stay in La Fortuna Costa Rica? We recommend Royal Corin and we offer a free discount promotion code for the hotel too!
We describe the most memorable aspects of the Arenal Springs Resort & Spa in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
Want to know where to stay in La Fortuna Costa Rica? We recommend Silencio del Campo and we offer a free discount promotion code for the hotel too!
Want to know where to stay in La Fortuna Costa Rica? We recommend La Pradera del Arenal and we offer a free discount promotion code for the hotel too!
Want to know where to stay in La Fortuna Costa Rica? We recommend the best hotels in La Fortuna and offer free discount promotion codes for each!
Want to skip the Costa Rica all-inclusive resort? Great! Here’s how to do so without sacrificing your “inclusive” vacation. Learn more!
Interested in the mangrove tour Costa Rica? We outline who should go, what you’ll learn, which guides to trust, and offer a free mangrove tour discount too!
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!
Want to know where to stay in San Jose Costa Rica? We recommend Hotel Buena Vista and we offer a free discount promotion code for the hotel too!
Looking for all-inclusive resorts in Costa Rica? We list some, but we also explain why the country is not an all-inclusive resort destination. Learn more!
We compare the most popular hanging bridges in Costa Rica and offer discounts for hanging bridge tours and entrance fees!
As a child growing up in Costa Rica, Ricky worked as a bean-picker on a Costa Rica coffee plantation. Learn about his experiences here!
Want to know which is the best river for rafting in Costa Rica? We compare and contrast a number here, and offer discounts and savings for each!
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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September 2024 edition