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Visit Playa Ocotal: Black Sand Beach 30 Minutes from Liberia Airport

Visit Playa Ocotal: Black Sand Beach 30 Minutes from Liberia Airport

by admin | Feb 9, 2026 | Costa Rica, Posts

Playa Ocotal is one of my top favorite beaches in Costa Rica. It’s close to the very popular tourist town of Playas del Coco, where you can find a lot of amenities for your vacation. I’ve been here multiple times and never seen it crowded like the main...
Costa Rica Entry Requirements: Visa, Return Ticket & Immigration Guide (2026)

Costa Rica Entry Requirements: Visa, Return Ticket & Immigration Guide (2026)

by admin | Jan 31, 2026 | Costa Rica, Guides

When you arrive in Costa Rica, immigration will ask you three things: your passport, proof of where you’re staying, and proof that you’re leaving the country. Most travelers focus on booking their accommodation and forget about that third requirement until...
Porter Airlines Costa Rica to Toronto: Complete Flight Review & Guide (2026)

Porter Airlines Costa Rica to Toronto: Complete Flight Review & Guide (2026)

by admin | Jan 17, 2026 | Costa Rica, Guides

I flew Porter Airlines from Toronto to Liberia Just a few weeks after they launched this route. This flight started in December 2024 with service to Costa Rica. This is Porter’s first flight to Central America, and I wanted to see how it stacked up against Air...
Driving Guanacaste to Caribbean Coast: Complete Road Trip Guide

Driving Guanacaste to Caribbean Coast: Complete Road Trip Guide

by admin | Jan 15, 2026 | Costa Rica, Trips

In this post we’ll talk about the trip from Guanacaste’s Pacific beaches to the Caribbean coast. The drive takes about 7 hours on well-maintained highways. This route avoids San José traffic completely by using Highway 4 north of the capital. You’ll...
Playa Hermosa Guanacaste: Complete Beach Guide for 2026

Playa Hermosa Guanacaste: Complete Beach Guide for 2026

by admin | Dec 10, 2025 | Costa Rica, Posts

Playa Hermosa ranks as one of the best beaches near Liberia Airport in Costa Rica. Located just 30-45 minutes from the airport, this protected bay delivers calm swimming conditions, clean sand, and clear water. The beach stretches wide with plenty of space even during...
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