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Costa Rica

Centering yourself on a surfboard or yoga mat, descending into bat-filled caves or ascending misty volcanic peaks – relax and enjoy the ride of Costa Rica.

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Best Things to Do
From water sports and mountain hikes to rainforest wildlife watching and cloud-forest birding, these are the best things to do in Costa Rica.
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Transportation
If you're wondering how to navigate Costa Rica's roads, airports, and ferry terminals, here's the scoop on getting around this impressive country.
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Visa Requirements
Visa requirements for Costa Rica vary depending on your nationality, reasons for travel, and how long you want to stay. Here's what you need to know.
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Traveling with Kids
Costa Rica is the easy way to dive into Central America with kids in tow. Here are our top family adventures, from surf beaches to volcano hikes.
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Best Road Trips
Renting a car in Costa Rica is costly and can even be dangerous if you're not prepared for what's to come. It’s also ridiculously good fun.
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Ak'bol Yoga Retreat and Eco-Resort in Ambergris Caye and Rio Celeste Waterfall In Costa Rica

Tips & Advice

Belize vs Costa Rica: which Central American gem is right for you?

Jun 6, 2023 • 7 Min read

We asked two expert writers to make the case for each of these dreamy Central American countries.

Destination Practicalities
Visa requirements for Costa Rica
Apr 19, 2023 • 3 Min read
Visa requirements for Costa Rica vary depending on your nationality, reasons for travel, and how long you want to stay. Here's what you need to know.
Public Transport
The 9 best day trips from San José, Costa Rica
Mar 29, 2023 • 6 Min read
The region surrounding San José, Costa Rica's capital, is full of engaging, easy-to-reach destinations, perfect for a day trip.
Hiking
7 of the best hiking trails in Costa Rica
Feb 9, 2023 • 9 Min read
From popular jaunts through the coastal rainforest to arduous climbs to mountain peaks, Costa Rica has vibrant and varied landscapes that offer endless…
Activities
The 16 best things to do in Costa Rica
Feb 7, 2023 • 9 Min read
From water sports and mountain hikes to rainforest wildlife watching and cloud-forest birding, these are the best things to do in Costa Rica.
Tips & Advice
What to eat and drink in Costa Rica
Oct 24, 2022 • 5 Min read
Expect comfort food made with the country’s fresh and plentiful produce.
Hiking
Wildlife watching away from the crowds on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula
Aug 29, 2022 • 4 Min read
To hike in Corcovado National Park is to experience nature in all its blissful glory without the overwhelming crowds.
Beaches
Costa Rica vs Panama: which Central American country is right for you?
Jun 28, 2022 • 7 Min read
Costa Rica and Panama offer a wealth of wildlife, untamed nature, and stunning beaches. So how do you choose which to visit? We can help you decide.
Activities
The best things to do with kids in Costa Rica, from surf beaches to jungle hikes
Jun 28, 2022 • 10 Min read
Costa Rica is the easy way to dive into Central America with kids in tow. Here are our top family adventures, from surf beaches to volcano hikes.
Hiking
The top national parks in Costa Rica for hiking, volcanoes, wildlife and more
Apr 27, 2022 • 11 Min read
Whether you're looking for beaches, hikes, volcanoes or wildlife, here are 15 of the most majestic parks in this popular Central American country.