For many travelers planning a Costa Rica itinerary, the first accommodation decision happens before the trip even begins: Should you stay in Alajuela near the airport — or in San José, the capital city? Both…
Most travelers don’t plan to “visit” Alajuela — they land there. Home to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), Alajuela is often treated as a convenient overnight stop before heading to La Fortuna, the Pacific Coast,…
A Practical Gateway to Volcanoes, Coffee Country, and the Central Valley Most travelers technically begin their Costa Rica journey in Alajuela — even if they don’t realize it. Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is located…