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Sunset on Santa Teresa Beach

Top 10 Free Things to Do in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Santa Teresa has many fun activities to explore! Such as surf lessons, yoga retreats, snorkelling, fishing, bioluminescence tours, horseback riding and ATV rides. The problem is that many of these activities come with a hefty price tag. Santa Teresa, Costa Rica is overall an expensive destination to visit, so money-saving hacks can make a huge difference in reducing your budget. So here are my top free activities to explore on your next vacation to Santa Teresa, Costa Rica.

Ruins of a church in Antigua, Guatemala

Your Ultimate Guide to Visiting Antigua, Guatemala

In 1979 UNESCO declared Antigua a World Heritage Site, recognizing its historical significance and colonial architecture. Today Antigua has become a popular tourist destination and attracts visitors from all over the world. Not only has Antigua become a foodie paradise, with over 300 restaurants and cafes to choose from, but it is also an important piece of Guatemalas history. 

Picture of the fountain in Antigua Central Park. People are seen in the background.

31 Best Things to Do in Antigua, Guatemala

On top of being a foodie haven, Antigua Guatemala has many fun activities and historical sites to explore. Whether you prefer the outdoors, museums, shopping or learning about Mayan culture, Antigua has it all! 

Woman and man standing on top of a volcano. The ground is black and the sky white.

Guide To Acatenango Overnight Hike

Hiking a Volcano is usually at the top of travellers bucket-lists when visiting Guatemala. There are many different volcano hikes available. Depending on the region you visit, the difficulty level can vary. In Antigua there are two main volcano hikes, Acatenango and Pacaya.

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Lake Atitlán 

Lake Atitlán is located in the Guatemalan Highlands of the Sierra Madre mountain range, approximately a 3 ½ hour drive from Guatemala City. Fed by two nearby rivers, Lake Atitlán is situated in a volcanic crater and is famous for being the deepest lake in Central America. In 1955 the area around the lake was labelled a National Park, and tourism started to be encouraged in the surrounding Mayan villages. Today Lake Atitlán has become a popular tourist destination for international and local travellers. Visitors and locals are able to access the villages by public boat from the dock at Panajachel, and learn about the local Mayan culture and customs.