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DIY Costa Rica Planning  –
in collaboration with pura vida moms

At Costa Rica for Kids, we specialize in full-service family vacation planning—taking care of every detail from hotels and transportation to tours and special experiences.

But we know some families love the thrill of planning their own trip—researching hotels, comparing options, and building their own itinerary—yet still want the peace of mind that comes from expert guidance.

That’s why we’ve partnered with Christa from Pura Vida Moms, a trusted Costa Rica expert and bilingual mom, to help families who want to plan independently but still want guidance they can trust.

Christa from Pura Vida Moms and Vanessa from Costa Rica for Kids

Christa offers personalized Costa Rica travel consultations for families who prefer a DIY approach but want a professional’s insight before booking. During a one-on-one session, she’ll help you:

  • Map out the best routes and destinations for your family
  • Choose kid-friendly hotels and activities
  • Avoid common travel pitfalls
  • Get insider tips from a mom who has lived and traveled extensively in Costa Rica.

If you’re the kind of traveler who loves to plan your own trip but wants expert input along the way, a Pura Vida Moms consultation is the perfect fit.

A Perfect Complement to Costa Rica for Kids

Already booking a package with Costa Rica for Kids? Christa´s consults can complement your trip by:

  • Helping you decide which CRFK tour or itinerary is the best fit for your family.
  • Preparing you with logistics that packages don’t always cover—like packing lists, navigating cultural differences, food tips, and more.
  • Giving you insider strategies that make your trip even smoother.
Family with young children walking on a green boardwalk through a lush Costa Rica rainforest

How Christa Can Help

One-on-One Travel Consults – Personalized video calls.

Custom Itinerary Suggestions – Tailored to your kids’ ages, interests, and budget.

Insider Cultural Tips – From driving tips to casados.

Kid-Specific Insights – What really works at each age.
Christa Jimenez smiling, family travel expert and founder of Pura Vida Moms

Why Work with Christa

Costa Rica is an incredible destination but planning a family trip here can feel like a lot. I combine real-world travel experience, local knowledge, and years of helping families navigate the country with confidence.

Working with me means you get:

  • Up-to-date, practical advice

  • Honest feedback based on real family travel

  • Recommendations shaped by experience, not trends

  • A supportive mom-friend who has done this many times

You plan it your way, with the confidence of having local insight and family-tested advice by your side.

What Parents Say

Booking sessions with Christa from Pura Vida Moms was the best decision we made while planning our Costa Rica trip! We never would have realized the impact of Holy Week on our travel plans without her guidance. Christa’s expert tips on excursions, traveling with kids, and car rentals were invaluable. Her insights truly set us up for an amazing adventure!  — Lisa

I really appreciate how you gave honest feedback—what’s actually good for kids versus what just looks good online. I was so overwhelmed with all the options, and you just made it feel manageable. You clearly know Costa Rica and have done this a lot—it shows. This saved me so much time.
 — Michelle R

Two Great Options, One Trusted Source

Costa Rica for Kids specializes in all-inclusive packages where everything is handled for you.
Pura Vida Moms is here for families who want to DIY with confidence—or complement their package with extra insight.
Either way, you’ll have expert support for the Costa Rica family adventure you’ve been dreaming about.

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