Originally published on November 14, 2013. If you’ve never been to Costa Rica, you’re never going to fully understand the essence of ¡Pura Vida!, which literally means Pure Life (or simple life). I learned that it is more than just experiencing ‘pure life’, but it is basically Costa Rica’s way of life, as well as…
Category: Central America
Road Trip: Costa Rica
One of the craziest road trips I’ve ever experienced was in Costa Rica. And to think, my friends and I didn’t even drive. We hired a private shuttle on both road trips and I’m glad we did! The roads in cities like San José was ok but those in the rural areas do not run perpendicular…
How To Spend A Day On A Private Island In Belize
On my fifth Caribbean Cruise, instead of going to another adventurous excursion, I decided to spend the day on a private island doing nothing. Yes, NOTHING! Usually, I would urge cruisers to go on an exciting excursion to make most of their island experience…but there’s nothing wrong with choosing to slow down and “waste” a…
Beginner’s Guide to Arenal Volcano
The beautiful and active Volcán Arenal in La Fortuna, Costa Rica is truly a sight to behold. The drive from the city of San Jose was about three hours long and I must say the roads were unbelievably steep and winding. I recommend flying to Liberia Airport which is a closer option especially if you decide…