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Visit our Blog Posts to learn about the great destinations, natural attractions and towns in Costa Rica.
Excelsior Ocean Cruise: Awesome Day Trip
Visiting Costa Rica? A very popular excursion is to charter a boat and check out some cool beaches in the area of Playas del Coco. For this trip, we jumped on the Ocean Excelsior trimaran. This boat is very unique, as it has three hulls to keep it very stable on the...
Top Beaches In Costa Rica: From Surfing To Relaxing
Costa Rica is known for its beautiful beaches, which are some of the best in the world. The country has a long coastline on the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, and its tropical climate makes it a perfect destination for beach-goers. Costa Rica’s beaches are also...
Jade Museum: Beyond the Green Stone
The Jade Museum rises six stories above downtown San Jose, housing Central America's largest collection of pre-Columbian artifacts. More than jade carvings, the museum reveals how ancient peoples lived, worked, and celebrated across Costa Rica's diverse regions....
San Jose: Costa Rica’s Largest City
Walking around in downtown San José, Costa Rica is a must-do for any visitor to the city. With its charming colonial-style architecture, vibrant culture, and bustling streets, downtown San José offers something for everyone.One of the best ways to experience downtown...
Liberia Shopping: Big City Costa Rica
Liberia is a medium sized city in Costa Rica, Guanacaste. It’s a 10 minute drive from the International Airport. If you’re heading to Playas del Coco or Tamarindo, Liberia is a great location to go shopping for some supplies and gear to get the best out of your...
The Monkey Trail: Adventure Driving
Most of the roads in Costa Rica are paved and well maintained. You can reasonably expect to visit many beach towns and other locations with ease during your vacation. There are some roads that are a little rougher, and require a versatile vehicle. The Monkey Trail is...
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.