I’m Matthew Young, 45. I took a simple approach—book a Central Jaco Airbnb Vacation Rental, walk to the beach, and say yes to what felt fun.

I stacked: Savegre River White Water Rafting, Visited Manuel Antonio National Park, Ridiculous Burgers Restaurant, and Jaco Vice Nightclub. Locals made decisions easy with practical, friendly advice.

Herradura, Playa Hermosa, Esterillos—short hops that added color and calm. Taxis and Ubers were fast; the bus was easy and safe.

Someone steered me to a coffee spot I would’ve missed—lifesaver after rafting.

At night I split time between a beach bar and a little casino flutter, then strolled home in warm air.

Jaco handed me an uncomplicated good time. I’m sold.