Costa Rica

PURA VIDA

It’s not just a phrase, it’s a greeting, a way to show respect for the land & culture, and a way of life. From the mountains to the beach, the ethos is felt in every aspect of life here. The warmth of the people, the freshness of the cuisine and the beauty that surrounds you. Every year we take a July birthday trip as our birthdays are eight days apart, and this year, we chose Costa Rica! Because there are only nonstop flights offered on Saturday, we decided to extend our trip by a few days and stop in Miami for two nights on our way there. Once in Costa Rica, we decided to split our time spending half in the mountains, in Perez Zeledon, and half by the beach, in Nosara. Below you’ll find our Costa Rica overview with need to know information. View our three other blogs for more in depth information on our escapes to Miami, Nosara & Perez Zeledon.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

December to April; Rainy Season is May - November (note: we visited in July and it only rained for a few hours each day)

OFFICIAL LANGUAGE

Spanish

CURRENCY

Colón is the official currency, but the US dollar and credit cards are widely accepted at tourist-friendly resorts and establishments

PLUGS

Type A, same as the US

TRANSPORTATION

Depending on your plans, you may want to rent a car as travel can be long, rugged, and expensive - plan accordingly

TRAVEL NOTES

The only nonstop flights available to/from Chicago O’Hare were on Saturday. For regional travel between locations, charter or private flights are available and often a more convenient option.