Costa Rica is world-famous for its rain forests—lush, green sanctuaries filled with life, mystery, and beauty. Although the country is small, roughly the size of the U.S. state of West Virginia, it contains nearly 5 percent of the world’s biodiversity. This astonishing fact alone explains why Costa Rica’s rain forests are considered among the most […]
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Squirrel Monkeys are found in in Costa Rica. This is a lowland primary rain forest located on the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica , with few roads and almost no development of the land and little invasion by man. Tourist come here to Corcovado National Park but not in large numbers because it is […]
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Costa Rica is home to an astonishing variety of wildlife, but few animals capture the attention and affection of visitors quite like the white face monkey, also known as the white-faced capuchin (Cebus capucinus). Agile, curious, expressive, and remarkably intelligent, this monkey is often considered one of the most intelligent mammals in the Costa Rican […]
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If I could be a monkey, I know exactly which one I would be. I would be a Howler Monkey, living high in the rain forest of Costa Rica, and my name would be Curious George. I would choose the tallest tree I could find and make my home right at the very top, where […]
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Many travelers and retirees from the United States assume that their Medicare insurance will cover them if they need medical care while visiting Costa Rica. Unfortunately, this is a costly misunderstanding. The simple and important answer is no—Medicare insurance does not provide coverage outside of the United States. If you are traveling in Costa Rica […]
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One of the most enjoyable parts of traveling to Costa Rica is discovering its food culture. Visitors often ask, “How much should I budget for meals?” or “Where do locals eat?” The answer to both questions is simple: eat at a Costa Rica soda. A soda in Costa Rica has nothing to do with soft […]
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Every year on September 15th, the people of Costa Rica celebrate Independence Day, a national holiday filled with parades, music, food, and the joyful sounds of school marching bands. While the celebrations bring color and excitement to every town and village, this day is also an opportunity to pause and reflect on Costa Rica’s long […]
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Every year, as the September rains begin to soften and the landscape deepens into its most intense shades of green, a palpable energy sweeps through Costa Rica. On the 15th of September, the nation erupts in a symphony of patriotic fervor, celebrating the anniversary of its independence from Spain in 1821. More than just a […]
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Costa Rica’s humpback whales are true performers of the ocean and have earned the poetic nickname “Songsters of the Sea.” This name comes from one of their most fascinating and mysterious traits: they sing. These songs are not random noises but complex, hauntingly beautiful compositions created by male humpback whales during mating season. When you […]
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Traveling to Costa Rica’s South Pacific coast during the months of January through mid-April? If so, you may be in for one of nature’s most unforgettable experiences—seeing humpback whales in the wild. These giant marine mammals migrate thousands of miles from the cold polar regions to Costa Rica’s warm tropical waters for one primary purpose: […]
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Rancho Margot, A Self Sufficient Working Ranch near the Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica located near the in Costa Rica is home to one of the most exciting development projects in the country. It is the brainchild of Juan Sostheim who came to Costa Rica from Chile to , but instead created Rancho Margot, a […]
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Traveling to Costa Rica and looking for budget-friendly accommodations in a central and convenient location? If your plans include spending time in downtown San José, and you value a peaceful, respectful environment over loud parties and late-night noise, Casa Ridgeway Hostel is well worth considering. In an era when travelers are increasingly mindful of both […]
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