A Brief Guide to Surfing in Playa Grande: Play by the Rules
Know the basic rules of surfing before you go surfing in Playa Grande, Costa Rica.
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Do You Know About Costa Rica’s Third Season?
While it is common knowledge that there are two main seasons in Costa Rica, the third one flies a bit under the radar. If you’ve experienced Costa Rica’s Indian summer or are lucky enough to be here when it happens, you know or will soon know how truly special it is.
The Crown Jewel of Fruit in Costa Rica
Did you know that Costa Rica is the world’s top pineapple producer? Roughly 111,200 acres of the country is devoted entirely to pineapple plantations and over 100,000 jobs in Costa Rica are created, directly and indirectly, by this world-favored tropical fruit. Almost three million tons of pineapple are harvested and sold domestically and internationally every … Read more
Product Guide: The Most Effective Reef and Environmentally-Friendly Sunscreens for Your Trip to Playa Grande, Costa Rica
Did you know that every year between 4,000 and 6,000 tons of sunscreen washes into reef areas around the world? Did you also know that most of that sunscreen contains oxybenzone, a toxic ingredient that has been linked to coral bleaching and widespread coral reef destruction? This has become such an issue that Hawaii actually … Read more
Safety and Wellness Tips to Follow While in Costa Rica
To ensure that you have the best possible getaway in Costa Rica, follow these safety and wellness tips. A few precautions, avoidances, and small efforts can make the difference between a positively memorable vacation in Costa Rica and a would-like-to forget one. Wear Sunscreen ALWAYS. Trying to get a base tan the first day … Read more
Follow These Six Steps to Have the Perfect Sunday in Playa Grande
While every day in Playa Grande has the potential to be perfect, there is just something extra special about Sundays. Sundays tend to signify a day of rest, relaxation, rejuvenation, and reward. Here’s how to have the most restful, relaxing, rejuvenating, and rewarding Sunday while staying at or near the RipJack Inn in Playa Grande. … Read more
An Essentials Packing Guide for Visiting Playa Grande During the Green Season
The idea of visiting a destination that is almost destined to have rain during your vacation might seem a bit off putting. However, the rainy season, or more colorfully referred to as the green season, is actually a fantastic time to visit Playa Grande, as long as you pack the proper clothes and gear. The … Read more
