🇨🇷 Cost of Living in Costa Rica: A 2025 Comparison with Regional Standards

Costa Rica has long been recognized for its political stability, biodiversity, and high quality of life. However, its cost of living has been steadily increasing over the past decade. For people considering relocating, retiring, or investing, understanding the real cost of living — in relation …

Costa Rica Tourism News 2025: New Flights & Sustainable Travel Trends

Publication Date: September 26, 2025 Despite a complex global context, Costa Rica’s tourism sector is optimistic for the end of 2025. Backed by record investment in promotion and a reinforced sustainable tourism model, the country anticipates a strong recovery during the high season, supported by …

Adventure Tour Safety in Costa Rica: The Ultimate Guide to Preventing Accidents & Injuries

Costa Rica is a world-renowned playground for adrenaline seekers. From ziplining through cloud forests to rafting down raging rivers, the opportunities for extreme adventure are boundless. However, the thrill of adventure should never come at the expense of safety. At Visit Nuevo Arenal, our mission …

Costa Rica Moves to Protect Public Beaches and Water Rights: New Laws Target Gentrification and Privatization

San José, June 20, 2024 — Costa Rica’s Broad Front Party (Frente Amplio) has unveiled two landmark bills to address mounting concerns over coastal gentrification and foreign control of critical water resources. The proposals, backed by grassroots protests and legal reforms, aim to safeguard public access …

Explore Cahuita: a Charming Town and Amazing National Park

Welcome to Cahuita, on the South Caribbean coast of Costa Rica! We recently spent a few days exploring this area, and this was out first real stop. Cahuita is located less than an hour south of Puerto Limón, the province’s capital. It’s a small, laid-back …

Frequently Asked Questions About Traveling to Costa Rica

Costa Rica travel can seem confusing, and we know first hand how overwhelming planning a vacation to a new country can get. With this in mind, we’ve put together this section with frequently asked questions and useful (and/or interesting) information about Costa Rica, which will …