Tag: travel tips

How Is DIY Costa Rica Different From The Costa Rica Travel Blog?

How Is DIY Costa Rica Different From The Costa Rica Travel Blog?

Wondering how our DIY Costa Rica project differs from our Costa Rica Travel Blog? We outline the differences and provide examples here!

Spending Money In Costa Rica: What To Know About USD, Colones, Credit Cards, And More!

Spending Money In Costa Rica: What To Know About USD, Colones, Credit Cards, And More!

Everything you need to know about spending money in Costa Rica, including cash (USD and colones), credit cards, and travelers’ cheques.

Technology, Devices, And The Internet In Costa Rica: Tips For Travel

Technology, Devices, And The Internet In Costa Rica: Tips For Travel

Want to know about technology, cell phones, devices, SIM cards, signals, and the internet in Costa Rica? We outline need-to-know tech tips for travel!

Gluten-Free Costa Rica: Everything You Need To Know

Gluten-Free Costa Rica: Everything You Need To Know

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!

Travel Brain: How To Maintain A Level Head Throughout Your Costa Rica Trip

Travel Brain: How To Maintain A Level Head Throughout Your Costa Rica Trip

Last updated on June 19th, 2019 at 05:22 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)Your vacation time is precious. You probably don’t get it all too often, you work incredibly hard to afford it, and it creates opportunities for you and your loved ones to make once-in-a-lifetime 

San Jose Hotel Recommendation: Hotel Robledal; An Alajuela (SJO Airport) Hotel That Offers The Most Bang For Your Buck

San Jose Hotel Recommendation: Hotel Robledal; An Alajuela (SJO Airport) Hotel That Offers The Most Bang For Your Buck

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!

1,000,000 Richer Than You May Think

1,000,000 Richer Than You May Think

Last updated on July 4th, 2019 at 06:52 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)For all the things that money can buy, we are far more rich because of all that it can’t. What can we afford? To work hard and humbly accept whatever success comes our 

This Is The Costa Rica Car Rental Agency We Rent Cars Through

This Is The Costa Rica Car Rental Agency We Rent Cars Through

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?

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!

Our Craft On Tap For 2016.

Our Craft On Tap For 2016.

Last updated on July 4th, 2019 at 06:53 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)Whew! Is it just me or did last year seem to fly by? It feels like it was only yesterday when we were discussing our future plans for 2015, and here we are 

Tourism Competition In Costa Rica: The Haters Gonna Hate, Hate, Hate… But We’re Gonna Shake It Off

Tourism Competition In Costa Rica: The Haters Gonna Hate, Hate, Hate… But We’re Gonna Shake It Off

Last updated on July 4th, 2019 at 06:53 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)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. 

Costa Rica Car Rental Insurance Information

Costa Rica Car Rental Insurance Information

Wondering about Costa Rica car rental insurance? We cover mandatory insurance in Costa Rica and provide cost examples for different options.

Costa Rica Souvenirs: Buying Tips And Photo Galleries

Costa Rica Souvenirs: Buying Tips And Photo Galleries

View photos of our personal collection of 60+ Costa Rica souvenirs and learn tips for buying the best souvenirs in Costa Rica!

How To Experience The Best Costa Rica Volcanoes: Arenal, Poas, Rincon De La Vieja, Irazu, And Turrialba

How To Experience The Best Costa Rica Volcanoes: Arenal, Poas, Rincon De La Vieja, Irazu, And Turrialba

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!

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.

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

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

Want to plan a trip to Costa Rica? Follow our steps for free and easy Costa Rica vacation planning help!

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

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

Curious about Costa Rica trip reservations? Here’s when you should book hotels, tours, transportation services, rental cars, and restaurants.

Choosing A Costa Rica Hotel: Are You A Knowledgeable Traveller Or An Informed One?

Choosing A Costa Rica Hotel: Are You A Knowledgeable Traveller Or An Informed One?

Want to know how to choose a Costa Rica hotel based on its location? We’ve gathered the best resources to make choosing a Costa Rica hotel easy!

Re-Living Costa Rica Through You And A Liebster Award Too!

Re-Living Costa Rica Through You And A Liebster Award Too!

Last updated on June 25th, 2019 at 08:12 pm GMT-6 (Costa Rica time)Work is busy. Almost always. If you’re in your own business (or you work for someone in their own business) you already know this. The growing pile of unreviewed papers and/or unanswered emails are 

How The Manuel Antonio National Park Is Different Than Other Costa Rica National Parks

How The Manuel Antonio National Park Is Different Than Other Costa Rica National Parks

Over two decades, we’ve visited the Manuel Antonio National Park in Costa Rica several times. In this article, we explain what keeps us going back.