28th Jul 2023

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25. Playa Dominical

DOMIONICAL BEACH One of the best-known surfing destinations in the world, there is much more to Playa Dominical than waves and nomad surfers. The beach has also become a top family destination and the perfect…

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7th Jul 2023

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21. Playa Ventanas beach clean-up

YOU CAN’T ESCAPE TRASH While the above heading can be applied to many areas of life, I mean it in the most literal: garbage is everywhere. Middle of the ocean, deserted arctic islands, highest mountain…

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20th Jan 2023

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13. A TRIP TO GARZA ISLAND

SOMETHING DIFFERENT While still incredibly scenic, clean, natural and safe, the numerous beaches lining the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica can, at times, get a little busy. Locals, expats and tourists flock to these natural…

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20th Jan 2023

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12. COSTA RICA’S DARK BEACHES

Why are most Costa Rican beaches dark? Most people who ask this question get the standard answer – the sand is ‘volcanic’. But there is so much more to this story and to the details…

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13th Jan 2023

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3. PLAYA VENTANAS (VENTANAS BEACH)

PLAYA VENTANAS This is the first blog in the ‘beaches’ category and, fittingly, I will introduce you to one of the best beaches in Costa Rica, which also happens to be a 5-minute drive away…

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