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Costa Rica Travel Planning
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items Thinking about a trip to Costa Rica? Take advantage of my packing guide, FAQs, and activity lists to make planning easy!
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Hotel Reviews
Guanacaste Adventures
La Fortuna Adventures
Pre-Trip Planning
Rincon de la Vieja
Gear Recommendations
Hotel Reviews
Looking for an eco-friendly stay in the heart of La Arenal, Costa Rica? I highly recommend Montana de Fuego, and Eco-Resort and Spa at the foot of the volcano!
Why I Didn’t Want to Leave Montana de Fuego Hotel | Costa Rica
Make your stay in Guanacaste, Costa Rica perfect by booking a hotel at the gorgeous Papagayo Golden Palms! Full details inside!
You Should be Booking a Stay at Papagayo Golden Palms Right Now!
Guanacaste Adventures
Planning a beach day in Guanacaste, Costa Rica? Check out this collection of black, white, brown, gray, and pink-sand beaches!
3 Popular & 3 Hidden Beaches in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
If you’re interested in seeing some of Costa Rica’s incredible wildlife up close while supporting conservation, the Diamante animal sanctuary is a must-visit!
Diamante Eco-Adventure Park: The Best Animal Sanctuary I’ve Ever Visited
La Fortuna Adventures
Calling all coffee & chocolate addicts! Want to know more about the processes behind your favorite treats & eat/drink your fill? This tour is for you!
Addicted to Coffee & Chocolate? You’ll Love This Tour!
Planning a trip to La Fortuna? Don’t miss the iconic hanging bridges at Mistico Hanging Bridges Park! Here’s everything you need to know…
Everything You Need to Know about the Mistico Hanging Bridges
A visit to La Fortuna is incomplete without a trip through the rainforest canopy! Check out this incredible zip line & rappel experience from Go Adventure!
An Exciting Zip Line & Rappel Tour in La Fortuna |
See sloths, toucans, monkeys, & more in Sloth’s Territory! Check out this amazing reserve where Costa Rica’s incredible animals live safe from deforestation!
Into the Rainforest: A Trek Through Sloth’s Territory
Pre-Trip Planning
Before you go to Costa Rica, you need to do your research! Here are 11 important facts & 11 fun ones about this beautiful country!
11 Important Things to Know Before You Travel to Costa Rica
Headed to Costa Rica but not sure what to bring? Make sure you’re fully prepared for all your adventures by packing these 10 essential items!
How to Make Your Costa Rica Trip a Success: A Packing Guide
Rincon de la Vieja
Rincon de la Vieja National Park is one of the most visited places in Costa Rica! Explore its most exciting sides with the Guachipelin Adventure Tour!
The Ultimate Adventure Tour in Rincon de la Vieja
Gear Recommendations
I bring this backpack on pretty much every trip because it's so easy to store when I'm not using it. I love the large capacity, waterproof exterior, and all the pockets. It's great for hiking and other active outdoor adventures!
ZOMAKE 30L Lightweight Packable Backpack
Microfiber towels are just soooo convenient for packing and quick drying. I've had this one for several years, and it's still working and looking great!
Elite Trend Microfiber Beach Towel 78x35
This stuff WORKS! We've used it in Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Mexico and I honestly don't think we've gotten a single bug bite.
Repel 100 Insect Repellent, 4 oz, 10-Hour
I don't take any tropical vacations without this in my suitcase! It's lightweight and packable yet works even in Amazon rainstorms!
Avoogue Women's Lightweight Waterproof Raincoat
This is my husband's go-to for tropical vacations! It's lightweight and folds down to practically nothing for easy packing but works great in heavy rain.
COOFANDY Men's Packable Rain Jacket Waterproof