Category: Family Travel

Packing for Costa Rica can feel overwhelming especially when you’re traveling with kids and moving around the country. Simpler if you’re staying in one spot, but not many do. Rainforest, beaches, volcanoes, heat, humidity… and then sudden rainstorms.The good news? You don’t need specialist gear just smart, practical essentials that make travel easier and more…

One of the most common questions people ask when planning a trip to Costa Rica is:“How easy is it to get around?” The honest answer?It’s doable but it’s not always smooth, and flexibility is key. We travlled across Costa Rica using a mix of buses, taxis, and boats, moving between multiple destinations without hiring a…

Manuel Antonio National Park is one of Costa Rica’s most famous destinations and one that appears on almost every itinerary. But when traveling as a family, the big question is:Is Manuel Antonio National Park actually worth visiting with kids? We visited as part of our Costa Rica journey, and while it’s incredibly beautiful, it’s also…

If you’re traveling along Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast, chances are Uvita will pop up on your itinerary often as a recommended overnight stop. We did stay in Uvita, but only for one night and honestly?If we were planning the trip again, we wouldn’t stay overnight at all. That doesn’t mean Uvita isn’t worth visiting…

If you’re planning a visit to Dominical, you’ll quickly realise it has a very different vibe to places like Jacó or La Fortuna. Dominical is slower, greener, and far more nature-led and choosing the right place to stay here is key, especially when traveling as a family. During our time on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast,…

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When planning a stay near Jacó, choosing the right accommodation can make or break your experience. Jacó itself is lively, busy, and energetic, great for surf, nightlife, and day trips but when traveling as a family, we wanted somewhere: That’s exactly why staying at Los Sueños, just outside Jacó, turned out to be one of…

Corcovado & Drake Inn If you’re planning a trip to Drake Bay, chances are you’re looking for something very different from a typical Costa Rica resort stay. Drake Bay is remote, wild, and wonderfully untouched and choosing the right accommodation here can completely shape your experience. Traveling as a family, we wanted somewhere that felt:…

If you’re planning a trip to La Fortuna, you’ll quickly realise there are a lot of accommodation options which include eco-lodges, luxury resorts, budget hostels, and everything in between. When traveling as a family, though, the requirements are different. You want: After spending time in La Fortuna with our children, Confort Arenal turned out to…

Thailand is one of the most diverse travel destinations in Southeast Asia. From golden temples and lush mountains in the north to palm-fringed beaches and turquoise waters in the south, this country has something for every kind of traveler. But if you only have limited time, you might be wondering: should you explore northern Thailand or…