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Easy guide to visa and passport requirements for Costa Rica

If you’re visiting Costa Rica and you’re a citizen of the United Staes it’s pretty easy to get into the country. There’s no special visa required. You just have to have a valid U.S. passport (recommended that it’s valid for a minimum of 6 months after your last day in Costa Rica). Before you land in Costa Rica you’ll receive two forms to fill out: 1. Registro Migratorio (Immigration Registry) This form is pretty straightforward. “Appellidos” is your last name.…

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Where to find the cheapest liquor and beer in Costa Rica

If you’re traveling to Costa Rica, odds are you’re not coming down here for work. You’re coming down here to party! And with that partying you’ll most likely be consuming a large amount of adult beverages. But, if you’re ballin’ on a budget, you need to know where to find the cheapest liquor and beer for your Costa Rica getaway. Fortunately, the party can start the moment you land. Both San Jose and Liberia airports in Costa Rica feature duty…

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5 ways Costa Rica changes your soul

Costa Rica is not just a place, it’s a state of mind. Pura Vida. Gallo Pinto. Mae! A visit to Costa Rica changes your soul. Deep down. It gets to you… Here are 5 ways Costa Rica changes your soul 1. In tune with nature A photo posted by Casas Capitan (@casascapitan) on Sep 6, 2016 at 10:45am PDT Your bare feet hit the sand. A wave crashes over your body. Your soul awakens to the sensation of nature all…

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Costa Rican Expats happiest in the world

A recent survey from Expat Insider put expats living in Costa Rica at the top of the list when it comes to personal happiness. Costa Rica also came in 5th place when it comes to overall quality of life. Only Spain, Japan, Austria, and Taiwan beat out Costa Rica in the overall quality of life category. It makes sense that Costa Rican expats are the happiest in the world. There’s even a book titled “Happier Than Billionaires in Costa Rica”…

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The ultimate Costa Rica packing list

There’s a million packing lists floating around the internet on what you need to bring to Costa Rica, but this is the ultimate packing list. It requires no extra bags, and is easy to lift. And it’s completely free. This list is not long, but it’s super important. So, without further ado, the ultimate Costa Rica packing list. 1. Patience Costa Rica is NOT New York City and it’s certainly not like anywhere you’ve ever travelled. This is a good…

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Top 5 reasons Costa Rica is better than Las Vegas for bachelor parties

Las Vegas is one of the top destinations for bachelor parties in the United States. Gambling, high end nightclubs, fancy hotels, and a “what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” culture attracts the bachelor party crowd from around the states and the world. But, Costa Rica is quickly becoming a top bachelor party destination. Here are the top 5 reasons to choose Costa Rica over Las Vegas for you bachelor party. 1. Inexpensive Flights Weekend flights to Las Vegas are…

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How to get from the Liberia Airport to Tamarindo

Getting from the Liberia Airport (officially known as Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport) to Tamarindo is a pretty simple process. There are 5 main options for the trip depending on your budget and how much time you have. 1. Shuttle A shared or private shuttle is the best deal you’re going to find. You can book them directly through the links below with Viator (Booking through these links helps the Weekly Crawler, thank you!). https://www.partner.viator.com/widgets/custom.jspa 25339 en 0 2 Liberia Airport…

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