Getting Around San José, Costa Rica: Airport Transfers, Walking, Taxis and Trains
Plan the airport journey separately, group the central sights and choose each transfer for the time of day and the luggage you have.
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Where to Stay in Arenal and La Fortuna: Town vs. Volcano Lodges
Stay in walkable La Fortuna or out by the volcano? How to choose your base in Costa Rica’s Arenal area, from town hotels to hot springs resorts.
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Monteverde, Costa Rica: A Cloud Forest Guide
Misty reserves, hanging bridges, night walks and a shot at spotting the quetzal: what to know before you visit Monteverde’s cloud forest.
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Best Time to Visit Costa Rica: Dry Season vs. Green Season
Dry season sunshine or green season lushness? How Costa Rica’s weather works on the Pacific and Caribbean sides, and how to pick your months.
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Two Days in San José, Costa Rica: Culture, Coffee and Local Design
Give the capital two unrushed days: one for the central city’s cultural sights, another for coffee, design and a dinner worth planning around.
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San José Coffee, Restaurants, Markets and Costa Rican Design
A coffee-led morning, a market lunch and an evening in a historic house: a selective guide to San José’s food and design scene.
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San José, Costa Rica, for First-Timers: Where to Stay and What to See
Give Costa Rica’s capital a city break of its own: historic architecture, thoughtful coffee and neighborhoods that reward a slower look.
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Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica
The Nicoya Peninsula is one of Costa Rica’s most soulful coastal escapes — where pristine Pacific beaches blend with lush dry forests, and a laid-back pura vida pace invites enduring wellness and rejuvenation. Notably, this region is recognized as a global “Blue Zone” — one of only five places in the world where longevity is part of everyday life thanks to a nutrient-rich lifestyle, warm community, and connection with nature.
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Mountain Biking in Costa Rica: Rainforest Trails and Volcano Views
Discover the thrill of mountain biking in Costa Rica, where lush jungle trails wind through tropical rainforests and lead to breathtaking volcano vistas. From Arenal’s misty slopes to the emerald hills of Monteverde, every ride promises adventure, nature, and the soul of pura vida.
