Have Only 4 Nights in La Fortuna? Here’s exactly what I did

As the motto goes, “Pura Vida!” If you like to hike, swim, and meet people, you can find all those things in La Fortuna! Check out my other blog post about all the things you can do in La Fortuna! Day 1: Experiencing the Rainforest and Arenal Volcano on the Hanging Bridges and Arenal 1968 […]

Why is Costa Rica so Expensive, and How It Doesn’t Have To Be

Arenal Volcano

Why is Costa Rica so expensive, and how it doesn’t have to be The Reasons: Safety and Popularity When you think of Costa Rica, do you think of it as one of the safest Latin American countries? Is that one of your top reasons for traveling there? If yes, then you are among millions of […]

Is Tamarindo Worth Visiting? An Honest Guide

2 Nights and a Broken Rib: Tamarindo, New Years Eve 2022-2023 If you are considering visiting Tamarindo, here is my complete 3-day experience as a solo traveler. I had a great time in Tamarindo, but little did I know I would leave with a broken rib.  I left La Fortuna on a shuttle bound for Tamarindo on […]

How Traveling to Costa Rica Can Change Your Outlook on Life

Most people know that traveling changes you. Visiting new places and being immersed in new cultures, customs, and ways of thinking are developmental for people. I visited Costa Rica for a week, and my experiences changed me for the better. 1. Developed nations like the U.S., Canada, and most of Europe are so freaking rich, […]