Of all the places I visited in Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio was possibly my favourite thanks to one delightful animal encounter after another and some spectacular beaches.
Manuel Antonio
Monteverde: El Trapiche coffee tour
This family-run farm runs two-hour guided tours showing visitors how they grow and produce coffee, chocolate and sugar cane.
Monteverde
With swathes of cool, misty cloud forest and exceptional biodiversity, Monteverde is a great place for hiking and wildlife watching.
Tárcoles River safari
The Tárcoles River is home to one of the world's largest crocodile populations, as well as a host of wading birds.
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park… and the bike ride from hell
A morning bike ride near the shores of Lake Arenal and the genteel Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, home to six hanging bridges that look out over the rainforest below.
Arenal Volcano National Park
Standing at 1,670m tall, it's impossible to miss Arenal Volcano. The slumbering giant is the largest active volcano in Costa Rica.
Costa Rica: Top tips
If you're planning a trip to Costa Rica, here are some of my top tips to help you make the most of your visit.
Costa Rica
Lush green rainforests, golden sandy beaches and active, lava-spewing volcanoes are just some of Costa Rica's diverse landscapes.
Little Old World 