I’m Patricia Walker, 35. I booked a Stylish Jaco Beach Airbnb Apartment and practiced saying yes: yes to the ocean, yes to the green hills, yes to dessert. Four picks: Street Art and Graffiti Walking Tour, Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park, Peppers Grill and Seafood, and a sun-drowsy afternoon at Jaco Blu Beach Club. People…

I’m Thomas Lewis, 55. I stayed in a Contemporary Airbnb Apartment near Jaco Beach and gave myself a simple assignment: listen to the ocean more than my email. My week: Birdwatching on beach, Isla Damas Mangrove Tour, Hartley Ranch Prime Steakhouse, and a relaxed night at Mynt Lounge Jaco. People were helpful without hovering—my favorite…

I’m Sarah Thompson, 32. I booked a Beach-Side Airbnb Apartment in Jaco and let the week teach me how to be on vacation again. Four picks: Ziplining through Rainforest, Jaco Blu Beach Club, Lemon Zest Restaurant, and a curious stop at the Tarcoles Crocodile Bridge. People were patient and kind at every turn. I drifted…

I’m Joseph Harris, 46. I took a Central Jaco Airbnb Vacation Rental so I could walk more and plan less. My four: ATV Jungle Ride, Visited Nauyaca Waterfalls, Green Room Restaurant, and slow browsing at Tico Pod Art house & Gifts Store. Every conversation felt like a recommendation from a friend. Herradura, Playa Hermosa, and…

We’re Andrew Jackson (33) and Michelle White (31). We booked a Stylish Jaco Beach Airbnb Apartment and built a routine we didn’t want to break. Our four: Paddle Boarded in Ocean, Jungle Crocodile Safari Tour, Amara Costa Rica Cocina Mediterranea, and a smooth late stop at Mynt Lounge Jaco. People everywhere were welcoming and helpful.…

I’m Jennifer Martin, 29. I stayed in a Modern Airbnb Vacation Apartment in Jaco Beach and let the town set the tempo: coffee, sand, repeat. Four things shaped the week: Took a Surfing Lesson at the Jaco Surf School, Miro Mountain Hike, Koko Gastro Pub, and an hour of happy people-watching at Jaco Walk Open…

I’m Joshua Moore, 38. I booked a Downtown Jaco Beach Airbnb Apartment and promised myself I wouldn’t overschedule. The beach did most of the work—soft gray mornings, then honest sunshine. My four anchors: Surfing on Jaco Beach, Jaco Walk Open Air Shops, Graffiti Restaurant, and a slow wander over the Tarcoles Crocodile Bridge. Everyone seemed…

I’m Jessica King, 26. I booked a Beach-Side Airbnb Apartment in Jaco and promised myself a week of sun and “sure.” My four: Ziplining through Rainforest, Visited Carara National Park, TacoBar Restaurant, and a celebratory stop at Cocal Casino for Gambling. Every person I met—from drivers to vendors—made the week feel easy and safe. I…

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…

We’re Anthony Lee (27) and Emily Hall (25). We chose a Stylish Jaco Beach Airbnb Apartment and let the week collect small, beautiful routines. Our four: Miro Mountain Hike, Jaco Walk Open Air Shops, el Hicaco Restaurant, and a cheerful spin through Croc’s Casino Hotel for Gambling. People were welcoming and proud to point out…