Traveling to Costa Rica means figuring out how to handle money—whether it’s cash, credit cards, ATMs, or cryptocurrency. The local …
8 Amazing San José Day Tours for Families in Costa Rica
Planning a family trip to Costa Rica and wondering how to make the most of your time in San José? …
Los Chorros Waterfall: Swim and Hike in Costa Rica’s Rainforest
Hidden away in Costa Rica’s Tapantí National Park, Los Chorros Waterfall—often called Orosi Waterfall—is a stunning cascade that draws nature …
Costa Rican Folkloric Dances: History, Moves, and Cultural Significance
Costa Rica’s folkloric dances—Punto Guanacasteco, Suin Criollo, La Yeguita, Danza de los Diablitos, and Chorotega—are vibrant stories of the country’s …
Fiesta de Los Diablitos: A Costa Rica Indigenous Celebration
The Fiesta de los Diablitos is a Boruca festival in Costa Rica’s Puntarenas Province, held annually from December 30 to …
Costa Rica’s Musical Instruments: A Cultural Soundtrack
Costa Rica’s music is a lively mix of Spanish, African, and Latin American influences, woven into its cultural identity. From …
Costa Rica’s Top 5 Archaeological Sites and Ruins
Costa Rica’s beaches, volcanoes, and rainforests steal the spotlight for most travelers, but its archaeological sites and ruins hold stories …
Should I Buy Travel Insurance When Traveling to Costa Rica
Planning a trip to Costa Rica? Travel insurance isn’t required, but it’s a smart way to protect yourself from unexpected …
Yigüirro: Costa Rica’s National Bird, the Clay-Colored Thrush
Costa Rica’s national bird, the Yigüirro, or clay-colored thrush (Turdus grayi), holds a special place in the nation’s culture. This …
Best Diving Spots on Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast: Your Ultimate Guide
Imagine yourself gliding through crystal-clear waters, surrounded by coral reefs and schools of tropical fish darting like living jewels. That’s …
Guide to Tapantí National Park: Costa Rica’s Rainforest Haven
Located in the Orosi Valley, Tapantí National Park—formally Tapantí-Macizo de la Muerte National Park—covers 58,495 hectares of tropical rainforests and …
A Guide to Bullfighting in Costa Rica: Toros a la Tica and Fiestas de Zapote
Costa Rica, a huge draw for wildlife and ecotourism, surprises visitors with a unique cultural tradition: Toros a la Tica, …