Don’t let the eyelash viper scare you! Yes, we encountered one along a hiking trail in Arenal Volcano National Park, almost brushing past it as we walked. Perfectly camouflaged in the jungle bushes, the snake was lazily soaking up the morning sun, completely unbothered by our presence. That moment alone captures what makes Arenal Volcano […]
Jade Museum, San Jose Costa Rica
On a rainy afternoon in San José, Costa Rica, there is truly no better way to spend a few hours than visiting the Jade Museum. Calm, fascinating, and deeply educational, this museum offers visitors a journey through thousands of years of human history, symbolism, and artistry—all centered around one of the world’s most revered stones: […]
Tortuguero Village, and the "Green Sea Turtles"
When people speak of Tortuguero, Costa Rica, they almost always mention the Tortuguero Canals—the winding waterways, the dense jungle, the wildlife-filled boat tours. What is mentioned far less often, yet is just as captivating, is Tortuguero Village itself. Quietly nestled between the calm banks of the Tortuguero River and the vast blue waters of the […]
Costa Rica Culture and Traditions
Costa Rica is often described as a land of lush rain forests, volcanoes, and pristine beaches, but beyond its extraordinary natural beauty lies something just as captivating: its culture and traditions. These traditions are deeply rooted in family, faith, community, and a strong sense of national identity. To truly understand Costa Rica, one must look […]
Eight Days Traveling in Costa Rica, Where Should I go?
Planning an eight-day trip to Costa Rica can feel overwhelming at first. This small Central American country packs an astonishing amount of biodiversity, landscapes, and experiences into a compact area. Volcanoes, rain forests, cloud forests, waterfalls, beaches, wildlife, adventure sports, and laid-back coastal towns all compete for your attention. The big question becomes: how do […]
Weather in Guanacaste Northwest Pacific Beaches in the Rainy Season
If you are planning a vacation to Costa Rica’s Northwest Pacific beaches in July, you are not alone. Many travelers ask the same question before booking their trip: “What is the weather like in Guanacaste during the rainy season? I hear it rains a lot.” The short answer is no, it does not rain a […]
Weather at Arenal Volcano National Park in June, July August?
If you are planning a vacation to Arenal Volcano National Park and the La Fortuna area in June, July, or August, one of the first questions you will probably ask is: What is the weather like during those months? This is a very smart question, because weather plays a major role in how you plan […]
Costa Rican Food Specialities, Tamale Memories
Many people ask me, “What is the food like in Costa Rica?” or “What are some traditional Costa Rican specialties?” Almost inevitably, the next question follows: “Is Costa Rican food like Mexican food?” The answer is no, not really, even though both cuisines share indigenous roots and some common ingredients such as corn, beans, and […]
The Poison Dart Frog of Costa Rica
Did you ever wish for a tiny, brilliantly colored orange frog as a pet? Something cheerful, exotic, and straight out of a tropical fairy tale? Well… you definitely do not want this one. Despite its small size and jewel-like beauty, this frog is extremely poisonous. Its name is the Poison Dart Frog, and no—sadly—it will […]
Costa Rica's Farmer's Markets
What’s my favorite thing to do in Costa Rica? I can give you a long list—walk on an empty beach at sunrise, listen to howler monkeys at dawn, soak in a hot spring near Arenal—but if I really narrow it down to something that never gets old, something I look forward to every single week, […]