Planning a Trip to Costa Rica

Leatherbacks : A Close to Home Concern

The leatherback sea turtle is the largest of all surviving turtle species. It's also the fourth heaviest reptile, with three species of crocodile weighing more. Leatherbacks are differentiated from...

Braving Salsa Brava

Salsa Brava is a surf spot that is not for the faint of heart or those lacking advanced-level skills. It is renowned as Costa Rica's most perilous break, attracting challenge-seeking surfers from...

Cruising in Style to Isla Tortuga

Cruising in Style to Isla Tortuga: Luxury-Infused Adventure Outside of Jacó. Just like the desktop wallpaper image of a dreamlike tropical island, Isla Tortuga may surpass the most exotic limits of...

Just Seven Days? San José Says You Can

Starting and ending your visit to Costa Rica from the country's busiest arrival and departure point, Juan Santamaría International Airport is about 20 minutes from the heart of the capital city, San...

Snorkeling on Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast

Costa Rica's Caribbean has hidden gems underwater that can be enjoyed snorkeling or diving. Plan your trip and experience it. Snorkeling can be done by almost anyone. Even those who cannot swim or...

Tarcoles River Trip

The Tarcoles River begins on the southern slopes of Costa Rica's Cordillera Central volcanic range and flows southwest to the Gulf of Nicoya. It flows 69 miles through an area famous for the large...