COSTA RICA
Rainforests, Caribbean beaches, and wildlife around every corner : Costa Rica is a destination that rewards those who take the time to explore beyond the resorts. From hidden nature reserves to jungle-backed coastlines, this is Central America at its most lush and alive.
Top things to do in Costa Rica
Tucked away from the tourist crowds, Valle Escondido is a hidden gem of Costa Rican biodiversity. This private nature reserve offers an immersive encounter with tropical wildlife : sloths, toucans, poison dart frogs in a setting that feels genuinely untouched. The kind of place that reminds you why people fall in love with Costa Rica in the first place.
The best way to experience Puerto Viejo’s Caribbean coast is on two wheels. Rent a bike and cruise through palm-lined roads, stop at deserted beaches, and discover local soda restaurants at your own pace. Laid-back, affordable, and completely at your rhythm : this is the Puerto Viejo experience no tour bus will ever give you.
Manuel Antonio is one of the most biodiverse national parks in the world but without a guide, you’ll walk right past a sleeping sloth or a camouflaged iguana without ever knowing it. A guided tour unlocks the full picture: wildlife spotting, forest trails, and some of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica, all with the context that makes them unforgettable.
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Costa Rica is emerging as one of the must-visit destinations for 2025. I’ve traveled there three times over the past two years, and in this article, I’ll explain why you absolutely cannot skip Manuel Antonio National Park. I’ve visited the park twice: once as a backpacker, and again more recently during a trip with my partner : two very different experiences that revealed just how special this place...