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Visit our Blog Posts to learn about the great destinations, natural attractions and towns in Costa Rica.
Coco Beach Guide: Beaches, Markets & Areas to Stay (2025)
Coco Beach is just 30 minutes from Liberia International Airport, making it the closest beach town to Costa Rica's northern airport. I've been coming to Coco for years and it's always my first stop when I land in Guanacaste. The town runs along a curved bay with...
Exploring Manuel Antonio: Beaches, Parks, and Everything Between
I've been to Manuel Antonio a few times, and it never gets old. This small stretch of Costa Rica's Pacific coast somehow fits nice beaches, jungle covered hills, and one of the country's most popular national parks into just a few miles. Whether you're into...
Osa Peninsula Adventure: Puerto Jimenez, Gold Panning Tour & Hidden Beaches
Puerto Jimenez is the primary town in Costa Rica's wild Osa Peninsula, giving adventure lovers a great home base for exploring one of the country's most wildlife-rich regions. This coastal port connects you to empty beaches, gold panning adventures, and amazing...
Explore Orosi: Historic Church, Mountain Viewpoints & Coffee Culture
Orosi offers one of the most rewarding day trips from San Jose, located just 35 kilometers southeast of the capital in the green Orosi Valley. This historic town combines colonial architecture, coffee culture, and spectacular mountain scenery - without the crowds...
Winged Wonders: Discover Costa Rica’s Butterfly Diversity
Costa Rica hosts over 1,200 butterfly species, accounting for approximately 18% of the world's known butterfly varieties within its small geographic area. This incredible diversity makes the country a premier destination for butterfly enthusiasts and casual visitors...
Monkey Trail Costa Rica: Short Route From Coco To Potrero
The Monkey Trail, also known as Route 911, stretches between Playas del Coco and Potrero along Costa Rica's Pacific Coast. This rugged shortcut offers a direct connection for travelers heading between Liberia Airport and popular destinations like RIU Guanacaste, Las...
Map Of Costa Rica
Check the map to show locations we’ve visited in during our travels. This map shows the two main airports – Liberia and San Jose.
You will also find links to blog posts for popular towns like Tamarindo & Jaco. Check the posts for great activities like waterfalls, beaches and markets as well.
Once you’ve figured out your travel itinerary, visit our Packing List for gear you can use while you travel.