By Geoff McCabe on July 10, 2012
Puntarenas Province, Southern Nicoya

Costa Rica is a Central American country situated on the coasts of the Panama, Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea and has the Nicaragua on its north. It is famous for its sandy beaches and surfing spots. Santa Teresa Santa Teresa is a beach village located on the southern Nicoya Peninsula. This beach has the best surfing […]
By vincent on June 28, 2012
Islands, Marine Reserve, Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas Province, Scuba Spots

Caño Island is one of the very best scuba diving spots in Costa Rica, and avid divers who visit the country will usually make it a “must see” destination. Located 20 minutes by boat from Drake Bay, or 80 minutes from Uvita, Isla de Caño is fairly small, but covered in lush jungle. Apparently it […]
By Sam on February 17, 2012
beach nearby, Beachfront, bird watching, gardens, guided nature trails, Ocean View, river, snorkeling, surfing, waterfall
Puntarenas Province, Southern Pacific Hotels, Uvita

Nestled opposite the Parque Marino Ballena at Uvita de Osa, Puntarenas, Whales and Dolphins beautifully merges Costa Rica’s natural rainforest treasures and its splendid marine ecology with top notch service and world class amenities. The surrounding areas of this remarkably diverse marine park include everything from isolated beaches to wilderness personifying jungles, picturesque waterfalls and […]
By Sam on February 16, 2012
beach nearby, bird watching, guided nature trails, rafting, river, rural countryside
Cartago Province, Eco Lodges

Hacienda Tayutic is an unpretentious and unassuming little Tayutic Valley gem, which offers guests a natural rural style experience and comfortable stay options. Housed within a verdant valley, all elements from the lodge’s rural structure to its mysterious looking gardens to its home-cooked food and intimate hospitality are geared towards offering visitors a homey, countryside […]
By Costa Rica Journeys on September 30, 2011
Caribbean, Limon Province, Puerto Viejo, Surfing

Surfing predominantly makes a significant portion of Costa Rica’s tourism industry and Salsa Brava is one place in this coastal country that keeps surfers drawn to this beautiful paradise. Because of the surfing vibe of this beach, it’s no wonder even non-surfers love it. It’s a small town in this side of Puerto Viejo, Limon. […]