This beach town is renowned for its killer surf, attracting a lot of tourist and ex-pats alike, but if you aren't hitting the waves then there isn't much else to do here, especially in the dead season. We also read warnings about the problems with theft in Puerto Viejo, we obviously didn't take enough precautions,... Continue Reading →
White Water Rafting in Turrialba
Costa Rica is known for its brilliant white water rafting if you've got the time and money to do it. Head to Turrialba, the white water rafting capital of the country. Personally, I preferred La Ceiba in Honduras, it was better and cheaper, but this place would be great in the right season. Getting to... Continue Reading →
Flying through a cloud forest in Monteverde
After a few cheap weeks in Nicaragua, Costa Rica was a bit of a shock. It definitely wasn't my favourite place in Central America... but the twin villages of Santa Elena and Monteverde are a great first destination. It's the place to be if you want to soar through cloud forests and rainbows on zip... Continue Reading →