Last Updated: May 19, 2025 No time to read up on the entire history of Costa Rica? These ten very short, very simple facts will help you learn some of the basics and deepen your appreciation of the country and people who live there. Costa Rica’s History 1. The Original Costa Ricans – Costa Rica […]
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Last Updated: May 19, 2025 If you are like most people visiting Costa Rica for the first time, you only have so many vacation days to burn before rushing back to the demands of work and school. To help you use your time wisely, this guide lists all places to go in Costa Rica, what’s
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Last Updated: May 19, 2025 First things first…Do you need a car in Costa Rica? No. You do not. You can see the best of Costa Rica without the stress of renting and driving a car yourself. But, renting a car will give you more flexibility with where you go, where you stay, and access
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Last Updated: May 19, 2025 If you search a booking website for hotels in Monteverde, you will get back several hundred results. This guide will help you find the best hotels in Monteverde, with tips on how to narrow your search, know the best locations in town, what features are worth paying for, and common
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Last Updated: May 19, 2025 If you only have a few days in Monteverde, it can be overwhelming to choose from so many different tours and activities. This guide will help you find the best things to do with kids in Monteverde, where to do them, and which provider gives you the best experience. If
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Last Updated: May 22, 2025 This Costa Rica itinerary shows you the most efficient way to see the best places in the country in 7 to 10 days. It’s fast-paced but perfect for families and kids of all ages. This itinerary starts and ends at San Jose airport (SJO). It takes you to La Fortuna,
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Last Updated: May 20, 2025 As parents and caregivers, there is nothing more important than keeping our kids safe. So it’s entirely natural that you want to make sure Costa Rica is truly safe for your family. In this guide, I break down the important statistics and safety rankings, scams you need to avoid, and
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Last Updated: May 20, 2025 If you are like many families, then you want to travel during summer vacation months when it’s wet season in Costa Rica. If you’re worried about too much rain, this guide will help you understand how this might affect your travel, what to see, and what to skip. It will
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Thank you for subscribing to my email list. Here you can find helpful downloads and printables for your next family trip Costa Rica Wildlife Spotting Guide for Kids – A list of some of the most common animals and birds you are likely to see in Costa Rica with fun facts on each of them.
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Last Updated: May 20, 2025 If you have a stop at Nassau on your cruise, or if you are visiting the Bahamas on your own, skip the paid walking tours and go on this fun, free, self-guided walking tour of Nassau with kids. It works great for kids of all ages – even preschoolers, toddlers
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