La Fortuna was our first destination in Costa Rica, and it really set the tone for the rest of the trip: coconuts straight off the tree, hanging bridges over the forest, and hot springs at the end of a very long day. If you’re planning a trip to La Fortuna, Costa Rica, here’s everything we …
The Basics Hacienda Alsacia is Starbucks’ first and only coffee farm, and it doubles as their global agronomy headquarters. The guided tour walks you through the tree nursery, wet mill, drying patio, and roaster, ending with a coffee tasting in the visitor center. See what they are doing to empower farmers, promote sustainable practices, and …
The Basics Mistico Park has 16 total bridges. Six of them hang and sway above the canopy. The rest are sturdier, bolted-in bridges. The full loop covers about 3.2 km and takes roughly 2.5 hours with a guide. It’s kind of a must-do when visiting La Fortuna. A guide isn’t required. You can do a …
The Basics The ride starts at Finca La Yolanda and winds through forest and farmland with views of Arenal Volcano along the way. You’ll cross a suspension bridge, then dismount for a short walk down to the waterfall itself, where you can swim before heading back. Our Experience My friend Kat and I LOVE horses. …
Some of the most useful things we learned in Costa Rica weren’t in any guidebook. Here are our Costa Rica travel tips, the practical stuff and a few food surprises, from our own 9-day family trip. Money and Cash Bring some cash. Most places in Costa Rica accept American dollars right alongside colónes, so you …
