Hola 👋 The La Fortuna Waterfall is a must-do activity when you're visiting the area. Anna and I were driving up to the park entrance when it began downpouring. We sat there for a few minutes wondering if it was worth it in the rain, not because of the water, but...
Hola 👋 Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the most visited and recognizable destinations in Costa Rica. Rising above the town of La Fortuna, this classic cone shaped volcano has become a symbol of adventure travel in the country. It's an active and moody andesitic...
Welcome to La Fortuna Hola, and welcome to our Ultimate Guide to La Fortuna and Arenal. This small town and majestic volcano create a remarkable duo that's perfect for travelers seeking both adventure and tranquility. Below are many of the area’s popular restaurants,...
Cody & Anna
We’re Cody and Anna. We’ve spent the past decade exploring Costa Rica, and this is where we share what we’ve learned. These days we live in Playa Flamingo, where we also run a small rental and tours company, Colibri Hospitality. Pura Vida 🤙
Hola 👋 There are so many beautiful places in Costa Rica that it’s surprisingly easy to keep pushing some of them down the list. That’s exactly what happened with Rio Celeste for us. When we finally made the trip, it just so happened to be during the two days that...
Hola 👋 Welcome to our Ultimate Guide to San José, Costa Rica. This guide looks a little different than our other Ultimate Guides, simply because San José is HUGE compared to most destinations we cover on Ultimate Pura Vida. Instead of our standard format, we’re...
Welcome to our Ultimate Guide to Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Brasilito. Planning a trip is already hectic enough, so we’ve done our best to highlight the most helpful details of some of Costa Rica’s best northern beach towns.
Welcome to Puerto Viejo Thinking about planning a trip to Puerto Viejo? Do it! We finally branched out from the Pacific Coast for our first time in August 2023, and love going back whenever we can. Puerto Viejo is an under-the-radar beach town on the Caribbean side of...
Hola 👋 Renting a car in Costa Rica is hands down the best way for most travelers to explore the country. It gives you the freedom to go at your own pace while avoiding the hassle and cost of taxis or shuttles. In this guide, we’ll break down key cost considerations,...
Hola 👋 Getting ready for your trip to Costa Rica and not sure what to bring? We’ve got you covered. Packing for Costa Rica might seem a bit challenging at first. After all, this tropical paradise offers a range of climates and unpredictable weather. We’ve put together...
