b"#157: Costa Rica expert Javier Echecopar shares the amazing experiences the country has to offer. He provides insider tips for the ideal times to visit, where to find the best beaches, mountains and wildlife, and different adventurous activities like visiting the Arenal volcano. He also offers recommendations for food, unique lodging, the best ways to get around the country, and much more.\\nJavier Echecopar is a co-founder of Journey Costa Rica, a travel company dedicated to creating high-end travel experiences in Costa Rica. He has over 15 years of experience in luxury adventure travel, including founding his own photography-focused travel company in Chile and 11 years working in multiple positions for Abercrombie & Kent.\\nLink to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/javier-echecopar-costa-rica\\n\\nPartner Deals\\nVuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn\\nGelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth\\nFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to:\\xa0allthehacks.com/deals\\n\\nResources Mentioned\\nJavier Echecopar: Journey Costa Rica | Instagram | LinkedIn\\nThings to do in San Jose:\\n\\nCoffee Tours\\n\\nSikwa Restaurante\\n\\n\\nMuseo del Oro (Gold Museum)\\n\\n\\nMuseo Nacional de Costa Rica (National Museum)\\n\\nCosta Rica Domestic Airline: SANSA\\nVolcano: Arenal Volcano\\nTidal Pools: Santa Teresa\\nBest Wildlife: Osa Peninsula\\nSloth Tour: La Perica\\nTallest Mountain in Costa Rica: Cerro Chirrip\\xf3\\nHiking Trail: Camino de Costa Rica\\nLoding:\\n\\nUnique Experiences: Pacuare | Tabac\\xf3n\\n\\n\\nCoffee Farm and Inn + Coffee Tours: Finca Rosa Blanca\\n\\n\\nBest Eco Lodges: El Remanso | Lapa Rios\\n\\n\\nFundaci\\xf3n Bosque Vivo\\n\\nFull Show Notes \\n(02:02) How to Structure Your Trip to Costa Rica\\n(06:24) Unique Lodging in Costa Rica\\n(09:43) Best Times to Visit Costa Rica\\n(12:24) Misconceptions About Costa Rica\\n(14:53) The Food in Costa Rica\\n(16:21) Traveling to Costa Rica with Kids\\n(19:15) Getting Around Costa Rica: Transport & Guides\\n(23:19) Flights to Costa Rica\\n(24:45) Things to Do in San Jose\\n(27:45) Types of Adventures in Costa Rica\\n(30:14) How to Spend Time Around the Volcano\\n(32:23) Beach Lodging\\n(37:08) Using Taxis in Costa Rica\\n(39:40) Beach Activities\\n(40:57) Wildlife in Costa Rica & Osa Peninsula\\n(45:14) Hiking, Mountains & Waterfalls in Costa Rica\\n(47:08) Journey Costa Rica\\n\\nConnect with All the Hacks\\nAll the Hacks:\\xa0Newsletter\\xa0|\\xa0Website\\xa0|\\xa0Membership\\xa0|\\xa0Email\\nChris Hutchins:\\xa0Twitter\\xa0|\\xa0Instagram\\xa0|\\xa0Website\\xa0|\\xa0LinkedIn\\n\\nEditor\\u2019s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post."