Your First Costa Rica Trip: How to Choose Your Destinations
The country is small on a map but slow on the road. Picking two or three bases well matters more than seeing everything.
Returning to Costa Rica? Plan a Different Kind of Vacation
Coming back is the best way to see a different side of Costa Rica. Here are four ways to change the trip.
How to Combine Beach Time with Nature Experiences
The best Costa Rica trips usually mix sand and forest. These pairings keep the travel time sensible.
Choosing Day Trips from Your Vacation Base
A good day trip spends more time doing than driving. Use these checks to pick well.
A Relaxed One-Week Costa Rica Itinerary
Two bases, one long transfer, and plenty of unscheduled time.
Planning a Costa Rica Vacation Around Your Interests
Start with what you love, then choose the regions. It is the easiest way to make a return trip feel new.
Private or Shared Tours: What to Consider
The same park or boat trip can feel very different depending on the group. Here is how to choose.
What to Check Before Booking a Day Excursion
Read the listing carefully. These are the details that most often surprise travellers.