I’m Marcus, 35, from Atlanta, and I headed down to Jaco Beach, Costa Rica for a solo surf and adventure escape that turned into one of my favorite trips ever. I’d heard that Jaco was a great place for intermediate surfers, with consistent waves and a laid-back vibe, and it really hit that sweet spot… Read more: Costa Rica Jaco Getaway – Marcus, 35, Surf and Adventure from Atlanta

I’m Emily, 26, from Chicago, and I just got back from a girls’ trip to Jaco Beach, Costa Rica that honestly exceeded every expectation. We wanted somewhere warm, fun, and relatively easy to reach, and Jaco turned out to be the perfect choice. The drive from San José through the mountains to the coast was… Read more: Jaco Vacation Review – Emily, 26, Girls’ Escape from Chicago

My name is Ethan, I’m 29 and from Denver, Colorado, and this was my first time visiting Jaco Beach in Costa Rica. I’d heard for years that the Pacific coast of Costa Rica was the perfect mix of surf town energy, good nightlife, and lush rainforest, and Jaco absolutely lived up to the hype. From… Read more: Jaco Beach Trip Report – Ethan, 29, Long Weekend from Denver

I’m Andrew Bailey, 42, and I chose Jaco Beach not just as a destination, but as a launchpad to see more of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific. I wanted a lively town with good food and nightlife that also made it easy to reach places like Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Jaco did that perfectly. I stayed… Read more: Andrew Bailey — Jaco as a Launchpad to Manuel Antonio and Beyond

I’m Madison Howard, 29, and I chose Jaco Beach because I wanted a relaxing trip with little bursts of adrenaline built in. I didn’t want to go full extreme-sports, but I also didn’t want to just sit by a hotel pool for a week. Jaco struck that balance perfectly. I stayed in a Stylish Jaco… Read more: Madison Howard — Relaxing Jaco Trip with Just Enough Adrenaline