From the Field

Costa Rica Travel Blog

Honest, local stories to help you plan a better, deeper, more affordable trip.

Where to Find Sloths in Costa Rica (and How to Watch Them Like a Local)

A local's guide to spotting two- and three-toed sloths in the wild — the best parks, best times of day, and how to do it respectfully.

From the famous La Fortuna falls to a secret cascade my abuelo showed me as a child — here are the waterfalls worth the hike.

Olive Ridleys, Leatherbacks and Green turtles all nest on Costa Rica's beaches. Here's how to witness it without disturbing them.

Salsa, reggaeton, beach bonfires and cold cervezas — a local's tour of the best nightlife on the Pacific coast.

Wake up to howler monkeys and the smell of fresh coffee. These are the lodges I send guests when they want pure quiet.

The five hikes every visitor should know about — with honest notes on difficulty, crowds, and what to actually pack.