la fortuna waterfall
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Why Chachagua Is One of the Best Places to Stay Near Arenal and La Fortuna, Costa Rica

When travelers start planning a trip to La Fortuna, the first things that usually come to mind are hanging bridges, waterfalls, and the iconic Arenal Volcano. But if you’re looking for a place to stay that combines rainforest immersion, wildlife, hot springs, and easy access to the region’s top experiences, there’s one place I keep…

Three white faced monkeys on a tree branch preening each other
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7 Best Places to See Monkeys in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is home to 4 different types of monkeys – and they can be easily spotted in most parts of the country. From howler monkeys in Guanacaste to spider monkeys and white-faced monkeys in Manuel Antonio, here are the best places to see monkeys in Costa Rica.

samara beach in costa rica
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Costa Rica Pacific Beaches: 12 Stunning Beaches You Can’t Miss

By Jennifer LaCharite From white sand to black volcanic rocky shores, the beaches on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast are as beautiful as they are unique. With 1,016 kilometers (631 miles) of coastline, there are hundreds of stunning, popular, and secluded beaches to discover. It can be hard to choose which beach(es) to visit, so here’s…

Close-up of a brewery taproom interior featuring copper pipes and beer taps. Ideal for beverage industry visuals.
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12 Best Breweries in Costa Rica

By Jennifer LaCharite Thanks to the explosion of craft breweries in the past decade, Costa Rica is much more than Imperial and Pilsen beer. There are several large and small-scale craft breweries creating everything from popular IPAs to fruit and coffee-infused brews. Microbreweries have become so popular in recent years that there is a unique…