Costa Rica information. Your guide to what’s going on and basic info about Costa Rica before you Travel
I’ll never forget the stories I heard from a guy I met in a hostel who had rented a motorcycle in Canada. Yes, the guy had rented a motorcycle in Canada and rode it all the way to Costa Rica. But, his trip wasn’t ending there! He actually had plans of going as far South as he possibly could go. The guy had some awesome stories. Come to find out, a lot of bike enthusiasts make this sort of trip in some form or fashion. If …
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The city of Quepos is located in the Puntarenas Province which is in central Costa Rica and is surrounded by rainforests. This small town populates about fourteen thousand people and still preserves its laid back and modest establishments, despite tourism being the city’s main employer with rapid growth in restaurants, bars, art galleries, and etc. But how do you get from city to city?
By Plane
There are several websites online that will give you cheap flights from San Jose to Quepos. If you’re worried about your flight being a hit-or-miss, then you needn’t worry. There are always two flight carriers that …
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It is really easy to relax in a place like Costa Rica. After all, what isn’t relaxing about being able to sit on the beach all day drinking one dollar beers? Even better than that is that the above mentioned activity is social acceptable, if not expected. But, if by some chance you get tired of soaking up the sun and booze, perhaps one of the amazing spas in Costa Rica will offer a nice change of pace. These spas are great at any point in …
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If you have looked through any magazines or websites that list the top tropical honeymoon destinations, no doubt you have seen Costa Rica on a number of those lists. There is good reason for this. Costa Rica is an ideal honeymoon location because it has something for everyone. And when I say everyone, I mean every type of budget, personality, and every type of traveler. From relaxing in luxury mountain villas, to all inclusive beach side resorts; Costa Rica truly has it all.
Finding the Best Deals
Because Costa Rica is such a popular tourist destination, it …
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The Asis Project Costa Rica is interestingly place to visit for vacation in or to perform environmental based volunteer work, relax, or learn about Costa Rican culture. There are not many places in the world where you can experience life with a local family, learn the language from native speakers, and see local wild animals. People of all ages can come and experience the paid tours and learn from the Costa Rican people.
There is a special wildlife preservation area, at the Asis Project Costa Rica that visitors can visit and contribute …
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If you are anywhere outside of San Jose, it might seem like you are always on an off road trail! But if you are looking for something a little more exciting than an unpaved road that is riddled with potholes, don’t worry, there are plenty of great off road trails for both motorbikes and other off road vehicles. Some of these trails are for experienced riders and drivers only. Otherwise, you run the risk of getting stranded in the middle of the jungle, which is no good. Not …
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Discovered by Sir Francis Drake in 1579 during his circumnavigation of the globe, Drake Bay is a tiny town that lies on the northern end of the Osa Peninsula in Puntarenas province. Drake Bay is actually one of the most inaccessible places in the entire country of Costa Rica. Therefore traveling possibilities are limited, but well worth the effort you have to make to get there. Here are some travel tips on getting from San Jose to Drake Bay.
By Plane
NatureAir offers one of the only direct flights from San Jose to Drake Bay. These cost of these flights range …
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Costa Rica doesn’t have to be all about pinching pennies and staying at hostels. If you are planning a honeymoon to Costa Rica or just want a to plan a luxury vacation, then these hotels might be just what you want. From five stare hotels with a award winning golf course, or just a luxury hotel that rests in the middle of the jungle, Costa Rica has a luxury hotel in any setting you can imagine.
Paradisus Playa Conchal
Built on 1.5 miles of pristine white sand beach in Costa Rica’s …
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Volunteering is a great way to get a very unique vacation experience. While backpacking and traveling cross country can be fun, some want a little more meaning out of their travel time. If this sounds like something you are looking for, you can find plenty of it in Costa Rica. there is a wide selection of volunteer jobs and opportunities all over the country. No matter what sort of work you are looking to do, you can probably find it here in Costa Rica.
Often, volunteering can be much …
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Manuel Antonio is probably the most popular tourist destination in Costa Rica, but it is about a three and a half hour drive to the city from San Jose, where the international airport is located. There are several options of how to get to Manuel Antonio from San Jose, and each way is a totally different tourist experience.
By Air
The first way to get to Manuel Antonio is to take a short flight from the San Jose airport. High end tourists who want to frequent the spas and four star hotels of Manuel …
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