One of the very first questions travelers ask when planning a trip to Costa Rica is deceptively simple: Which international airport should I fly into? The answer depends largely on where you plan to travel within the country, how much time you have, and whether you want to minimize driving after arrival. Although Costa Rica […]
Rancho Margot, Costa Rica
Let’s travel to Costa Rica and journey into the lush, rain-soaked countryside near Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal, where one of the most inspiring and unique eco-projects in the country quietly thrives. Tucked away in rolling hills and dense rainforest is Rancho Margot, a self-sustaining organic farm that offers travelers far more than a place […]
Internet Cafes Costa Rica
Traveling to Costa Rica is often associated with lush rainforests, pristine beaches, volcanoes, and a slower, more relaxed pace of life. Yet even in this tropical paradise, most travelers eventually need to connect to the outside world. Whether you are checking email, contacting family back home, uploading photos, managing a business, or simply looking up […]
Great Web Site for Beach Vacation Home Rentals on Northwest Pacific Coast of Guanacaste, Costa Rica
If you are planning a Costa Rica vacation and dreaming of waking up to ocean views, warm tropical breezes, and unforgettable sunsets over the Pacific, then finding the right beachfront home is key to creating the perfect experience. I’d like to share a great website for anyone looking to rent a beachfront vacation home on […]
Pacuare Nature Reserve Tortuguero, Green Turtle nesting
Pacuare Nature Reserve in Costa Rica is one of the country’s most important and inspiring conservation success stories, especially when it comes to the protection of endangered sea turtles. Remote, pristine, and largely untouched by modern development, Pacuare is not a destination for luxury tourism or crowded beaches. Instead, it is a place for travelers, […]
Jan Yatsko's "Explore and Create in Costa Rica" Tour
Costa Rica has long been known as a destination for lush rainforests, dramatic volcanoes, pristine beaches, and extraordinary biodiversity. Yet beyond its natural beauty lies a rich cultural soul expressed through art, tradition, food, music, and the daily rhythms of life. Jan Yatsko’s “Explore and Create in Costa Rica” Tour is a unique travel experience […]
Brief History of Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a small tropical jewel located in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south. Though modest in size, the country has a rich and fascinating history shaped by indigenous cultures, Spanish colonization, agriculture, democracy, and an enduring respect for peace and nature. Understanding Costa Rica’s past helps […]
La Amistad Biosphere Reserve, Southern Costa Rica
Let’s travel to Costa Rica, a small country in Central America that has earned a worldwide reputation for being a giant in conservation, sustainable development, and ecotourism. While Costa Rica occupies less than 0.03% of the Earth’s surface, it contains nearly 6% of the world’s biodiversity, a remarkable achievement that reflects decades of environmental commitment. […]
The Red Eyed Tree Frog, Tropical Rain Forest Costa Rica
If I could be a frog, I know exactly what kind I would choose to be. I would be a red-eyed tree frog, living high in the lush tropical rain forests of Costa Rica. I would be beautiful—perhaps even the envy of all the other frogs that share my rainforest home. My skin would be […]
Traveling to Costa Rica, Visit Rincon de La Vieja National Park, Costa Rica
If you are traveling to Costa Rica and want to experience something truly unique, beyond beaches and rainforests, then Rincón de la Vieja National Park should be high on your list. This article is part of a series designed to introduce travelers to some of Costa Rica’s most remarkable natural destinations, and Rincón de la […]