If you are traveling to Costa Rica, it is important you take a few minutes to read up on the best ways to communicate with Costa Ricans. If you already know some of the most important Spanish Phrases in Costa Rica, you will be in good shape. But what about being seen as a nice [...]
Costa Rica is a popular destination for people who wish to learn Spanish. Americans top the list of people who go to Costa Rica to learn Spanish, followed by Canadians and then Germans. Some language schools partner up with post secondary education institutions to offer courses that are recognized by them. Other Spanish schools try [...]
Great news for those who have a heavy foot. The Costa Rica government has decided to freeze all fines dished out by their new Speed Camera Systems that were installed around the country, and in particular, in the Central Valley.
If you’re traveling in Costa Rica between the months of May and November, you may find yourself in your hotel room looking out the window watching the rain and asking yourself; “What the heck at we going to do now?”. Well worry no more friends, as there is plenty to do when the sun decides [...]
When we rated the top beaches in Costa Rica, We came up with both Manuel Antonio and Espadilla Sur. These beaches are actually located within Manuel Antonio National Park, near the town of Quepos, and about 3.5 hours from San Jose. This is a high traffic tourist location and there is a wide range of [...]
Hotel Bosque del Mar, also known as Hotel Playa Hermosa is located right in front of the beach at Playa Hermosa. Don’t confuse this Playa Hermosa with the one located next to Jaco. This Playa Hermosa is located in Northern Guanacaste. This smaller hotel offers an intimate and charming style that blends in perfectly with [...]
There is no question that La Fortuna is still one of the top spots when it comes to travel destinations to Costa Rica\. Although many people travel to Arenal to see the volcano, many of them never get to see it. Due to the almost always constant clouds, the tip of the Arenal volcano is [...]
Ah, the good old border run. This term may mean little to you, the reader, but for us living in Costa Rica, this is something we must deal with if we wish to stay in Costa Rica. At present, Costa Rica law allows for 90 day Visas for Canadians and Americas who come to visit [...]
Many people travel to Costa Rica for the World class surfing that can be found. Some of the more popular destinations include Jaco Beach, Montezuma and Tamarindo Beach. But for those who consider themselves true surfers in search for the biggest and best waves go to one of two places; Witch´s Rock in northern Guanacaste, [...]
Corcovado National Park is widely considered the crown jewel in the extensive system of national parks and biological reserves spread across the country. The ecological variety is quite stunning. Getting to Corcovado however is not the easiest of tasks. If you are planning to visit this amazing destination, ensure you know what you are getting [...]