The answer is, Yes. Google Maps works in Costa Rica. For many travelers, navigating around in a foreign country can be overwhelming and confusing. Looking at new places and surroundings can mess with your sense of direction. And when that happens, you might want to ask someone, look at the map, or relying on the…
Christmas is the best time of the year in Costa Rica. Right when the school year is over and holidays start. People of all ages waiting for it and looking to celebrate it with friends and family. It’s very common to see people decorating their houses before Christmas. They usually decorate their house with tropical…
If we didn’t have to deal with COVID-19 in Costa Rica, this is how we would celebrate New Year’s Eve in Costa Rica. New Year’s Eve is coming and if you’re in Costa Rica, you should celebrate to the fullest. In Costa Rica, New Year’s Eve is always fun and exciting. And there are plenty…
The answer is yes. You can. In Costa Rica drinking tap water is a normal thing to do. Hundreds of thousands of people do it every day. It’s a huge privilege. Although I must admit that, for most Latinos, drinking tap water is synonymous of poor hygiene. It is very easy to imagine a thousand…
Yes, they are. Specially if you compare it to other countries in Central America. Costa Rica is a naturally diverse, very attractive, and beautiful country in Central America rich in long rivers, lakes, and waterfalls. Due to the natural beauty and a developed tourism sector of this country, it attracts millions of tourists across the…
Mosquitoes are small, can fly really fast, and breed like there’s no tomorrow. They are a massive problem worldwide and way too many are affected by them. The main problem is the female mosquitoes with their long and sharp mouthpiece, which they can use to suck blood. Mosquitoes bites may cause several diseases that could…
To Provide Better Education and Social Security To Promote Peace and Order To End Political Violence To Distribute Wealth to Costa Rican Entities To Attract Foreign Investment To Promote Jobs Locally To Improve the Quality of Service To Protect Nature Parks Every country has an army or armed forces who undergo training and equipping itself…
These are some of the top complains about living in Costa Rica. Keep in mind that these statements were encountered by different people in different situations, it may or may not be suitable for you to experience. Life is not as cheap as expected Costa Ricans are cold and unwelcoming The roads and highways are…
Let them have yours and the hotel number Watch out for freshwater diseases Struggles in eating Do not set expectations Drowning Search for nearby attractions and activities Educational tours are only for adults Rent a car Hire a Guide Create your to-do list lightly Take cash and credit/debit cards Book a hotel with laundry service…
Tamarindo Backpackers Tamarindo Backpackers is located in the heart of Tamarindo. They are just 3 minute away from one of the best surfing beaches in Costa Rica. They offer surfboards to rent and have their own private surf instructor, who offers lessons cheaper than the shops. The staff can help you book any activities you…