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Visit our Blog Posts to learn about the great destinations, natural attractions and towns in Costa Rica.
Clear Water Snorkeling: Hermosa and Penca Beaches
Just off the beaches of Hermosa and Penca, clear Pacific waters offer some of Guanacaste's best snorkeling spots. Both beaches provide protected coves where calm waters and rocky points create natural fish habitats. Playa Hermosa's long curved bay has snorkeling areas...
Playa Ocotal: Costa RIca Clear Water Snorkeling
Playa Ocotal's protected cove creates some of Guanacaste's clearest waters for snorkeling, just minutes south of Playas del Coco. The black sand beach curves between rocky points where tropical fish gather in the calm, clear water. The best snorkeling spots lie at...
What’s In Costa Rica? Beaches, Rivers and Cool Towns
Costa Rica's diverse landscapes stretch from Caribbean mangroves to Pacific surf breaks, with cloud forests and volcanic peaks filling the spaces between. Each region offers distinct experiences, from hidden waterfalls in mountain valleys to protected beaches where...
Playa Blanca: Quiet White Sand Beach Near Riu
A hidden stretch of white sand beach curves along Guanacaste's Pacific coast, offering clear waters and natural shade areas. Playa Blanca connects with Matapalo Beach to the north, while the RIU Guanacaste resort marks its southern end. Access starts through the small...
Puntarenas Tourism: Ferry and Fishing Town
Puntarenas stretches along a narrow peninsula into the Pacific, where cruise ships dock and fishing boats bring in daily catches. The city serves as both a working port and gateway to Nicoya Peninsula, with regular ferries crossing the gulf to Paquera and Naranjo. The...
Independence Day Parade In Costa Rica
Costa Rica celebrates its Independence Day on September 15th, marking the day in 1821 when the Act of Independence was signed in Guatemala City, freeing Central America from Spanish colonial rule. The news of independence took nearly a month to reach Costa Rica by...
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.