Many of the people who visit me ask me to take them to a Costa Rican market. This is one of the few requests I actually don’t get tired of fulfilling, as I really do enjoy the out of this world experience of going to a local market. I usually hit up the [...]
Sitting on an isolated rise just north of downtown San Jose is one of the best examples of why Costa Rica is so different from other Latin American countries. The Children’s Museum of Costa Rica was not just the first of its kind in Central America, but its location was specifically chosen to send a [...]
Created and run by the National Biodiversity Institute, INBio combines the features of a museum, educational center and nature park. Two large pavilions outline Costa Rica’s natural wonders and biodiversity, and hiking trails re-create the ecosystems of tropical rain forest, dry forest, and premontane forest. Dedicated to natural research in the country, INBIO’s achievements have [...]
Home to one of Costa Rica’s most famous clubs, Club Sport Heredia. It is also the third largest stadium that houses a soccer team in Costa Rica. The best matches to go see are when they play heated rivals Saprissa and La Liga. Things can get a little out of hand, [...]
This is one of my favorite churches in the country. It is also one of the most sought after churches by Costa Ricans for them to get married in. It is located in beautiful San Joaquin, about twenty minutes from the airport. I wanted to take a peak inside but it [...]
Paseo de las Flores Mall is becoming one of the largest malls in the country. I have yet to figure out how these malls make any money at all, as they are often larger and more luxurious than the malls back home. They are often busy here, but it is quite rare [...]
La Sabana park in downtown San Jose in Costa Rica is the country’s version of Central Park in New York, albeit, a much simpler version. Many festivals are held here throughout the year, including a very popular arts festival that is held yearly. La Sabana will also be home to the new [...]
If you ever wanted a true Costa Rican experience, than a visit at the local market is what is needed. Although San Jose has the biggest one in Costa Rica, it is not the safest option. We suggest visiting the local market in downtown Heredia, located only 25 minutes from downtown San [...]
Heredia Park is the busiest area in all of Heredia. Most of the people who hang around in this park are students, as many schools surround this area. This park has a beautiful fountain and is a great place for families during the weekend.
Saprissa Stadium is named after the owner of the most famous team in Costa Rica, Saprissa. Saprissa has been by far the most successful team in the country, and has even qualified for the World club championship in Japan back in 2005, finishing third. Saprissa Stadium is also the largest stadium in [...]