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Rain in Costa Rica is inevitable in certain seasons, but it can seem like a downer if you’ve planned your whole vacation outdoors. However, if you plan it right, moving your vacation indoors might make for some of your best memories. A rainy day can be a soothing break from the sun that lets you

Whether you want to be inspired, informed, or simply entertained, you can find a Costa Rica book out there for you. Read these books while you’re dreaming of visiting, while you’re on the plane over, or while you’re lounging in your private poolside chair at Casa Teresa Luxury Villa 1. Lonely Planet Costa Rican Spanish Phrasebook

The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t over, and traveling isn’t quite back to normal yet. Even when borders open and cases dwindle, travel isn’t likely to be exactly the same. There are likely to be more rules in place to stop a future spread from happening again, and travel changes that impede Americans from visiting anytime soon.

If you’ve ever dreamed about visiting Costa Rica, there is more than enough incredible photography out there to inspire you to get out and live the Pura Vida. We’ve assembled our ten favorite Costa Rica photos (and a few fun facts) that will make you want to hop on a plane and come stay with

Ecotourism is one of the most profitable and important industries in Costa Rica. The unparalleled natural beauty and rich biodiversity make the country one of the most incredible ecotourism destinations in the world.  Done right, visiting these locations can be great for globalization, environmental awareness, education, and sustainability. But done wrong, popular parks become cluttered,

Want to psych yourself up for anCosta Rica vacation before you visit in person? We’ve compiled five movies about Costa Rica or movies that use beautiful Costa Rica scenery as their backdrop to get you excited for your visit. Get inspired! 5 Movies About Costa Rica After Words (2015) Director: John FeldmanStars: Marcia Gay Harden,

Warm water, secluded beaches, and some of the most renowned coffee in the world make Costa Rica a paradise for surfers of every level. Prime surfing destinations in Costa Rica can be found right down the Pacific coast. Grab your board and join us as we share some information basics for surfing in Costa Rica.

Photo by @georginajeremiah (Instagram) It’s 6pm and you’re sitting out on the veranda sipping on a glass of red wine after a relaxed day of sunbathing and shopping at the local organic market. “Ahh… pura vida,” you sigh, with a feeling of contentment that you haven’t felt in a very long time.  Spanish for “pure

Biodiversity is the variety of all living things in the world, including plants, animals, and even bacteria. According to the Embassy of Costa Rica in Washington D.C., Costa Rica takes up only 0.03 percent of the earth’s surface area but contains nearly 6% of the world’s biodiversity! If you’re lucky enough to visit Costa Rica,

Photography is the best way to capture and preserve memories of your holiday in Costa Rica. Maybe you have a killer Instagram account and you need to keep your followers updated, or maybe you just want to post your adventures to Facebook for your relatives back home to enjoy. Whether you’re a tourist or a