Here in Costa Rica, we have thousands of Expatriates who call this beautiful country home; many of these ex-pats carry on special American traditions, like Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is one of the most celebrated American holidays in Costa Rica. Every year many ex-pats and even locals celebrate the traditional Thanksgiving festivities. The Fall Feast is enjoyed […]
As soon as you arrive in Costa Rica, you’ll hear the words Pura Vida all the time. Keylor Navas, the famous Costa Rican goalkeeper uses pura vida all the time. Costa Rica might be famous for its nature, the beaches, and its coffee, but everyone is learning about pura vida. Many expats and digital nomads […]
Select MonthJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember or see when to go summary May can be fantastic. The low season is kicking in, there are no crowds, prices are down and although the rains start in May it’s usually nothing like the downpours in September and October… What’s the Weather Like in May in Costa Rica? May marks the transition […]
Select MonthJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember or see when to travel? Our favorite time to travel is when it’s cold up north and many of our “Best Trips Ever” were in the first part of the year. The tropical beaches are a sure cure for cabin fever! April Weather in Costa Rica April is the end of the Costa […]
Select MonthJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember or see best time to travel summary Early March is definitely a good time for a Costa Rica vacation (see our favorite routes). The most popular destinations have hot dry weather and many hotels and lodges have some rooms available even a couple of weeks ahead. Later in March Spring Break travel may […]
Best Time to Travel? Select MonthJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember or see when to travel summary February might just be the best time there is for a Costa Rica vacation. The weather is hot and dry in the most beach popular destinations and it’s when we discovered many of our “Best Trips Ever.” It’s almost as popular than January […]
The last three weeks of January is one of the best times for a Costa Rica vacation. New Years is also great from the perspective of weather but it’s crowded and peak season surcharges make it one of the most expensive weeks of the year. All the best tours and activities are going full blast […]
Expats have been moving to the Central Valley of Costa Rica for years and it’s easy to see why. The spring-like climate, central location, and the ex-pats community are just a few of the reasons more and more ex-pats are continuing to make the Central Valley their overseas destination. The Valley’s altitude of 3,000 to […]
Many expats and digital nomads are increasingly choosing Costa Rica as their new home. A beautiful country in the middle of the Carribean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, newcomers are attracted to the tropical food, white-sand beaches and warm weather. One of the coolest things about its location is that people can watch the sunrise […]
Veggie burgers seem to be a new trend among major fast food restaurants. Burger King now offers a veggie burger that is low in calories and packed with real vegetables. And apart from being a healthier alternative to a regular beef burger, it’s also incredibly tasty. Presently, it is only offered at a limited number […]