Hola 👋 Planning a trip to Manuel Antonio? We’re here to help. Manuel Antonio holds a special spot in our hearts. I've been coming to Costa Rica for almost 2 decades, but Anna and I set off on our very first trip to Costa Rica together in 2021. Guess where we headed?...
Hola 👋 Nestled in the lush rainforests, Manuel Antonio is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. As former kayak tour guides, there's one adventure activity that Anna and I can't get enough of every time we visit. And that's river rafting in Manuel Antonio! It's home to some...
Hola 👋 The coastline of Manuel Antonio is full of little hidden beaches and coves. We were staying at Tulemar and saw a little strip of sand on the other side of the bay. Naturally, I had to go investigate. It turned out to be Playa Biesanz, a popular spot for...
Hola 👋 Manuel Antonio National Park is a special place in Costa Rica, but it may frustrate you if you're not prepared. For example... buy your entry tickets before you get there! It's all digital now unless you've pre-booked a tour. This Pacific Coast park is full of...
Hola 👋 Manuel Antonio is internationally recognized for its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and abundant wildlife. I visited for the first time in 2012 and immediately fell in love with the town. To help you plan the perfect getaway, we've curated a list of the...
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...
