Travel blog, tips and advice for
Costa Rican travelers 

Hidden in the lush hills above Montezuma lies more than just a patch of protected forest—it’s the legacy of two dreamers whose love for...

The Nicoya Peninsula is home to some of Costa Rica’s most rugged, unspoiled beauty, and one of the most spectacular hidden gems you can hike to is El Chorro Waterfall . Tucked away just north of Montezuma , El Chorro is one of the few waterfalls in the world that cascade directly into the ocean . Getting there is an adventure in itself, involving a long coastal hike that passes through several pristine beaches, jungle trails, and even a nature reserve. We completed this hike

Planning to travel from Nosara to Santa Teresa? While these two surf towns lie along the Nicoya Peninsula ’s Pacific coast, the journey...

Are you planning a family vacation to Costa Rica and wondering where to stay that’s fun for both adults and kids? Look no further than The Gilded Iguana in Nosara . While Nosara is often known as a surf and yoga haven, it also happens to be a fantastic destination for families, thanks to thoughtful places like The Gilded Iguana’s Kids Club. In this guide, we will introduce you to everything you need to know about the Kids Club at The Gilded Iguana and why this hotel should be

Santa Teresa and Samara are two of Costa Rica’s most beloved beach destinations, each offering its own slice of tropical paradise. While...

When planning your trip to Costa Rica, you’ll likely think of lush rainforests, volcanoes, surf beaches, and rich biodiversity. But what many travelers don’t realize is that one of the most surreal and magical experiences awaits after the sun goes down. Welcome to the world of bioluminescence in Costa Rica —a nighttime light show performed by nature itself. And there’s no better place to witness it than Paquera , in the Gulf of Nicoya. We recently had the chance to experience

Traveling between two of Costa Rica’s most beloved beach towns, Samara and Tamarindo, offers several transportation options, each with...

Manuel Antonio and Quepos are among Costa Rica’s most popular destinations, known for stunning beaches, rich biodiversity, and the...

The Tambor ferry from Puntarenas to Paquera is a cruc ial route for travelers heading to the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica and plan to...