On Episode 5, we welcome Canadian Tico, Cody Nikolaychuk- our Costa Rican expert. 

Cody maintains residency in Costa Rica, where he spent 6 years living and running his families hotel in Samara. Samara is a village located on the pacific coast. You’ll find out why this special place is one of Kourtni’s favorite destinations and why Cody chose to plant roots in this friendly, good vibes, beach town. Kourtni’s Aunt Shelly & cousin Cody own Colina Del Mar, a boutique hotel located on a hill overlooking the jungle and ocean, in the midst of the howler monkeys and toucans..we promise you won’t regret going! 

Is Costa Rica safe? Yes! Be a mindful & responsible traveller.  What are the people like? Friendly! How can you get around? Avoid the chicken buses and rent a car. What’s the food like? Beans & rice or rice & beans? Stop by a ‘Soda’ and find out. 

Costa Rica is a beautiful country with diverse terrain, tropical beaches, mountainous regions, volcanoes, lush forests & a ton of wildlife. There’s something for every type of traveller and with so many places to visit, depending on what part of the country you want to cover. Some recommendations in this episode include Samara, Nosara & the Nicoya Peninsula, Arenal Lake, Rincón de la vieja, La Fortuna, San Jose, Puerto Viejo, Monteverde. 

Fun fact and another reason to visit Samara & the Nicoya Peninsula ... it’s one of the world’s blue zones. Where more people than average live to be over 100, and in general are happier & healthier, with a better sense of well being. 

If you want further advise on Costa Rica, look up Cody on insta, he’ll be glad to help. 

@cody_niko 

www.colinadelmarcr.com