I will always choose mom & pop restaurants, or sodas, in Costa Rica instead of fast food, but I’m the first to admit I enjoy McDonald’s in Costa Rica. Did you know they serve the old-fashioned deep fried pies? Here’s what else I love about McDonald’s in Costa Rica.
If you’re coming to Costa Rica and don’t know what to do about phone service, here are instructions on how to get a Kolbi SIM card (or chip) and how to use it. Remember, you must have an unlocked phone and here’s what to do from start to finish.
Never been to Costa Rica? No problem! If you’re a beginner, here are some of the most very basic facts about the Land of Pura Vida!
If you’ve ever traveled to Costa Rica, then you know the coffee is simply delicious! There are many reasons this specific brew is so tasty. Here’s why Costa Rican coffee is so gosh-darned good.
If you grew up in the 70’s like me, you had Tang in orange and grape. In Costa Rica, Tang is alive and well with some really different flavors!
With a trip to Costa Rica always in the future, I thought I’d compile a list of things the girls should consider when packing for Costa Rica. Packing for any destination is less stressful if you keep things simple. You’ll be much happier you did, and you’ll have more room in your suitcase for souvenirs! … Read more
What? Me using slang? Who would’ve thought! I’ve been using Costa Rica slang and dichos since I was an exchange student in 1984 giggling with the rest of my schoolmates (who used to set me up to say bad words I didn’t understand). Here’s a LONG list of my favorites.
My first trip to Costa Rica was as an exchange student with AFS in 1984. We were a group of about 30 students, 15 from the United States and another 15 from Europe. We had a short orientation in Miami, Florida before heading to Club Campestre La Gloria outside of Alajuela. There were kids from … Read more
Inevitably, your trip to Costa Rica will come to an end. Ah, I totally feel your pain. Just as you were getting comfortable, too. I hope you loved every minute of your trip and are anxious to plan your return! Soon you’ll be heading to the airport and flying back to your home. As with … Read more
What do squirrels look like in Costa Rica? And why do they like hanging out at the beach? Here’s what happened when we encountered a coconut-loving squirrel on the shores of Playa Mantas.