Navigating Costa Rica with Jen Ruiz

Costa Rica’s signature phrase, pura vida, captures the spirit of the country and its many adventures: coastlines where monkeys swing through the trees, zip lines stretching across iconic cloud forest canopies, and gorgeous views of volcanoes. Costa Rica’s natural beauty is unmatched, and it keeps travelers coming back.In this episode, host Angie Orth is joined by Jen Ruiz, a travel journalist who recently completed a road trip across Costa Rica. Her work has appeared in outlets including The Washington Post, AFAR, and Condé Nast Traveler. She’s also the author of several books, including The Solo Female Travel Book and You Need a Vacation! How to Travel with a Full-Time Job. Beyond her writing, Jen is a three-time TEDx speaker known for championing the power of solo travel.Jen recounts her cross-country trip, highlighting Costa Rica’s must-see destinations and sharing tips to make the most of your experience. From navigating potholes to hiking through the rainforest and finding the best zip line, she covers the essentials for every type of traveler seeking to explore the country.What You’ll Learn:3:45 What makes Costa Rica special and why people love coming back17:41 Why Treetopia is one of the best places to zip line in Costa Rica20:17 The must-see small town that’s filled with exciting activities25:51 What to know before visiting the national parks34:04 The best way to plan your Costa Rica tripConnect with Jen Ruiz:Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenonajetplaneX: https://www.twitter.com/jenonajetplaneFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenonajetplaneYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUhkH8oFJZxsJCxu6nGVcLQWhat’s on your Costa Rica bucket list? Zip lining, rainforest hikes, volcanoes? Tell us about it in the comments!Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesPodcast: TravelingWithAAA.com