Costa Rica Day 8–10: Sarapiquí River Wildlife, Machaca Fishing & a Toucan at Our Door
Sarapiquí delivered river wildlife, unexpected fishing for machaca, night walks, and a keel-billed toucan feeding just meters from our room.
Costa Rica Days 5–7: Cahuita Wildlife, Caribbean Evenings, and When the Body Says No
Travel doesn’t always unfold as planned. Between Caribbean evenings, unexpected illness, and a rainforest walk that finally came together, these days in Cahuita were a reminder that some of the best moments happen when you slow down and adapt.
Costa Rica Days 3–4: Caribbean Arrival, Jungle Living, and Adjusting to Reality
Jungle bungalows, constant rain, poison dart frogs, and river paddling marked our arrival on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast — and the start of real adjustment
Costa Rica Days 1–2: San José Streets and Whitewater on the Pacuare River
From gritty San José streets to the raw power of the Pacuare River, our Costa Rica journey began with effort, teamwork, danger, and unexpected humor
Costa Rica Wildlife Primer: What You Actually See, Where It Happens, and What Surprised Us
Costa Rica’s wildlife is extraordinary but unpredictable. Based on 21 days on the ground, this primer covers what we actually saw — from sloths, toucans, and poison dart frogs to snakes, spiders, and the bucket-list Jesus Christ lizard — before the day-by-day stories begin.
Trip Planning Essentials for a 21-Day Costa Rica Journey
Planning a 21-day Costa Rica trip taught us quickly that enthusiasm isn’t enough. From rain and insects to footwear mistakes and unexpected realities, this post covers what genuinely mattered.
Costa Rica in 21 Days: A Trip Built Around Experiences
A deliberately planned 21-day journey through Costa Rica, built around activities and experiences rather than destinations — with distances, effort, and recovery all part of the design.
A Reset, and What Comes Next
After an unexpected pause and a life reset, I’m returning to travel writing with a renewed focus on long-form storytelling, genuine experiences, and the journeys ahead — starting with Costa Rica.
🗞️ Update: What’s Ahead, Free Tools
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🌴 Best Winter Getaways : Warm Destinations to Escape the Cold
Escape the cold this winter with sunshine, adventure, and smart travel tools. From Costa Rica’s rainforests to Thailand’s islands, explore the best warm getaways —plus trusted links for flights, stays, tours, and insurance to plan your trip with confidence.
