Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse countries on Earth, and that is not an exaggeration. Although it covers only about 0.03% of the planet’s landmass, it is home to nearly 6% of the world’s biodiversity. For travelers who love nature, wildlife, and authentic outdoor experiences, vacation planning to Costa Rica naturally leads […]
"Pura Vida" Costa Rica's Motto
If you spend any amount of time in Costa Rica, you will hear the phrase “Pura Vida” everywhere. It is spoken as a greeting, a farewell, an expression of gratitude, a way of saying “everything is fine,” and even as a philosophy for living. Visitors quickly realize that “Pura Vida” is far more than just […]
Costa Rica's Amazing Diversity
Costa Rica, though small in size, is one of the most biologically and geographically diverse countries in the world. Nestled in the heart of Central America, this tiny nation spans less than 20,000 square miles, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the south, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the Caribbean Sea […]
Costa Rica's Treasure-It's National Parks
Costa Rica, a small country in the heart of Central America, is widely recognized for its remarkable dedication to conservation and the protection of its natural resources. Despite covering less than 20,000 square miles, Costa Rica has set aside over 25% of its land for national parks, wildlife refuges, and biological reserves, preserving some of […]
Osa Peninsula Costa Rica, Poor Man's Paradise
Osa Peninsula Costa Rica, Poor Man’s Paradise NO TELEVISION, NO INTERNET, NO GUNS AND NO CRIME-CHILDREN RUN AND PLAY FREELY. Is there a place like this left in the world? Yes, and the name given is , located on Costa Rica’s . (Southern Pacific). We boarded a small boat in Sierpe and it took one […]
COSTA BALLENA COSTA RICA'S SOUTHERN PACIFIC COAST
Costa Ballena, located on Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific Coast, is one of the country’s most pristine and biodiverse regions. Stretching approximately thirty miles from Dominical in the north down to Ojochal in the south, this coastal corridor offers a unique combination of lush tropical rainforest, rugged mountains, serene rivers, and miles of sandy beaches. The […]
Poor Man's Paradise, Osa Peninsula
Imagine a place where time seems to slow down, where modern distractions fade away, and where life is lived in rhythm with the sea, the forest, and the sun. Imagine a small coastal village of fewer than 600 residents whose bloodlines trace back to Costa Rica’s indigenous peoples—people who have always lived off the land […]
What Do the Real Costa Ricans do To Celebrate The New Year?
“Pura Vida” – Celebrating Life and Family in Costa Rica.New Year’s Eve in Costa Rica is unlike any other celebration in the world. While tourists flock to popular resorts and organized parties, the real Costa Ricans, or ticos, celebrate the arrival of the new year in ways deeply rooted in tradition, family, and community. It’s […]
Costa Rica Spotlight: Unusual Flowering Plants of the La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Costa Rica
When most people hear the name La Paz Waterfall Gardens, their minds immediately picture dramatic cascades of water plunging through lush rainforest, mist rising from the forest floor, and stone paths winding past roaring waterfalls. While all of that is certainly true—and breathtaking in its own right—there is another side to La Paz Waterfall Gardens […]
Great Restaurant Poas Volcano area. Fredo Fresas is a Treat!
There are moments while traveling when everything comes together just right—the scenery, the people, the food, and that unmistakable feeling that you have discovered something genuine. Not flashy. Not manufactured for tourists. Just real. Fredo Fresas, located along the scenic route to Poás Volcano National Park, is exactly that kind of place. If you are […]