I have to say... I loved the food in Costa Rica! It ticked all the boxes. Fresh and flavorful ingredients - tick. Generous portions - tick. Casual dining - tick. Healthy options that still taste amazing - tick. If there's one thing I recommend, it's to try as much as you can while you're there. That's part of the fun of traveling anyway, isn't it? Here's my guide on where to eat in Puerto Viejo with all the great local spots you don't want to miss.

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Let's get started on planning that trip to Costa Rica! Here's my guide on how to plan a trip to Puerto Viejo which is an amazing little beach town on the Caribbean side. This post is going to give you the overview and planning basics, and I've also linked my other detailed guides which will nail down the smaller details. Between all this you should have everything you need to plan and prepare for your trip!

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Your trip planning just got a whole lot easier because today I'm sharing a detailed guide on the best things to do in Puerto Viejo. These are the things that made my time there as amazing as it was. You'll find a mix of culture, nature, and wildlife activities, and as always supporting local businesses as much as possible. If you have any questions, just let me know. Otherwise, I hope it helps!

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Well slap me silly and call me Mowgli, have I found a treat for you. If you ever dreamed of escaping to the jungle to live like George (you know, of the Jungle), then you'll probably love it. This is where those dreams come true. Today I'm sharing an epically cool eco-friendly jungle treehouse in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica. Here's everything you need to know to prepare for your trip.

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Costa Rica is a place where a little bit of preparedness goes a long way when it comes to your packing. It doesn't mean it has to be overly complicated though. I was able to pack in carry on only and still have everything I needed for an amazing trip. There are a few things that really made the trip as awesome as it was, so in today's post I'm sharing those as well as an overall look at what I took with me. Here's my guide on what to pack for a trip to Costa Rica. If you have any questions, just let me know.

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So you're ready to plan your trip to Costa Rica. First of all, great choice. It's a very popular destination for solo female travel and am amazing place to unwind and connect with nature. However, it's not without problems and there are some things you need to be aware of. Here's my guide on solo female travel in Puerto Viejo with practical tips to help you prepare for a fun (and safe) vacation.

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I think Le Cameleon is a fantastic choice for many travelers, not only solo travelers. While I was visiting I saw everyone from families, to friend groups, and older travelers. Somehow they've successfully created a space that is suited to all kinds of travel styles without diluting the experience for any one of them, and for that they deserve a lot of credit. Here's a real talk review of Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel and why I think it's the best hotel in Puerto Viejo for solo travelers.

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Truth be told, I'm scared of horses. There's no real reason for it. They've never done anything to me. I've just never liked them. Maybe because they can read minds? I don't trust large creatures with superpowers. Anyway, so why do a horse riding tour? Well, I like to do things like this every now and again to remind myself that these little fears are crazy. Riding a horse on the beach in Costa Rica sounded pretty amazing so I figured this would be the perfect location. Now I'm here to help you prepare for your own tour. Here's my guide on how to book an epic horse riding tour in Puerto Viejo with everything you need to know before you go.

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