Costa Rica is a photographer’s paradise. With its dramatic volcanoes, lush rainforests, pristine beaches, colorful wildlife, and vibrant culture, this small Central American country offers endless opportunities for capturing stunning images. Whether you are a professional photographer or an enthusiastic amateur, Costa Rica has diverse locations that cater to all kinds of photography—from landscape and […]
Costa Rica Spotlight: Like to Take a Trip on the African Queen "Down the Tortuguero River"
Let’s travel to Costa Rica and take a journey that feels lifted straight from a classic film—not down the Amazon, and not aboard the famous African Queen, but drifting gently down the Tortuguero River, through the Tortuguero Canals and into Tortuguero National Park, which runs parallel to the Caribbean Sea on Costa Rica’s northeastern coast. […]
Guayabo National Monument, Costa Rica
Ceremonial Platform, Excavated at Guayabo, 1968. If you are traveling to Costa Rica and have a special interest in archaeology, ancient civilizations, or pre-Columbian history, there is one place that deserves a spot on your itinerary—even though it remains largely unknown to mainstream tourism. Guayabo National Monument, located near the town of Turrialba, east of […]
Costa Rica's Rain Forest , Our Precious Trees, Necessary for Human Survival-Save the Rain Forest!
Costa Rica’s rain forests are more than just a spectacular natural wonder—they are essential to human survival. These lush, green ecosystems, teeming with life, are the lungs of our planet, absorbing carbon dioxide, producing oxygen, and regulating climate patterns both locally and globally. Protecting them is not just a matter of conserving wildlife; it is […]
Costa Rica's Rain Forest
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 […]
Humpback Whales Can Be Seen in Costa Rica!
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: […]
Costa Rica Spotlight: Best View of Arenal Volcano, Which Hotel?
When travelers ask, “Where can I get the best view of Arenal Volcano?” there is one answer that consistently rises above all others: Arenal Observatory Lodge. For anyone visiting the Arenal region of Costa Rica, this lodge is not just a place to stay—it is an experience, a front-row seat to one of the most […]
Costa Rica Road Maps, Find them at costa-rica-guide.com
Planning a trip to Costa Rica is exciting, but for many travelers—especially those planning to rent a car—one of the most common questions is: Where can I find good road maps of Costa Rica online? Over the years, many readers have asked me exactly that. After searching through many options, I found a reliable and […]
Greencoast.com A great web site for information on the Southern Caribbean Regions of Costa Rica
Costa Rica is often celebrated for its Pacific beaches, cloud forests, and famous national parks, but tucked away on the southern Caribbean coast lies a region that feels very different from the rest of the country—the canton of Talamanca. This is a place of lush rain forests, uncrowded beaches, vibrant cultures, and a slower, more […]
Refuge National de Vida Silvestre Gandoca Manzanillo , on Costa Rica's Southern Caribbean Coast
If you are searching for a destination in Costa Rica that feels untouched, wild, and deeply connected to both nature and local culture, then Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca Manzanillo may be exactly what you are looking for. Located on Costa Rica’s southernmost Caribbean coast, this refuge is one of the country’s most remote […]