Costa Rica Opens for ALL U.S. Travelers Nov 1, 2020

Escape and Distance in Paradise!

Costa Rica's a wide open country with big smiles, natural spaces where you can get away from crowds and the strife in the USA; true get away from it all. Strict health protocols are mandated to ensure your safety.

Many airlines have announced that they will resume flights into both LIR and SJO. Mandatory Covid screening has been dropped.

TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE IN

THE NEW TRAVEL ECONOMY™

WE'RE WITH YOU!

"Vida Experiences"

Have Fun, Do Good, Guilt Free

Authentic, Sustainable, Carbon-Neutral Travel

Made with Locals ~ Supporting Local Direct Trade

Sustainable

For a cleaner planet and guilt-free experience, Fly Carbon Neutral on our V-flights to select destinations.

Local, direct-sourcing is our commitment to Social Responsibility and Community Development that makes great sense.

Getting Around

Your enjoyment, safety and security is our #1 priority.

We know the routes and methods to get you where you need to be, when you need to be there.

A portion of your trip might include river or water-taxi so getting there is as much fun as your destination!

Find Your Way

Why travel in the pack when your heart says unique and exclusive?

Being different by design, we work with you to design Your Vision of perfect; not ours.

Be in touch with the land, nature and its people all the while supporting Responsible Tourism and Local Cultures.

Personal Service

From Meet & Greet to a local's review your detailed plans; you will be current with tips and whats happening now.

Let us show you how private day trips may be the most economical, safe and enjoyable.

Never miss an exciting moment.

LIFESTYLE

DESTINATIONS

We provide unique experiences because we focus exclusively on what we know well...

ACTIVITY & ATTRACTIONS

Aventurgo - Hand-crafted adventures

Cozumel SCUBA ATV Dive-Play
Bocas Dreams Panama
Maya Life Cenotes y Pyramids

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Dolphin Discovery
Diamante Guanacaste
Fish with a Heart Cabo
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Feb 21, 2018

by Linda Wyatt, Ontario, Canada on Vida Travel Group

You Rock!!

Was your travel consultant knowledgeable about your destination?: Completely.

Was your trip fairly priced and a good value?: Knows everyone!

Did we work hard to earn your recommendation and referrals?: Thats why I write this.

What can I say! If you are travelling Jerry's crew is an encyclopedia of knowledge. They make travelling super easy and fun. I recently came back from Costa Rica. Jerry was amazing as always ensuring all the details were taken care of. I will never travel without him. Stay amazing Jerry! You Rock!!

Jul 25, 2017

by Shaun G., San Marcos, CA on Vida Travel Group

Pura Vida round 2

Was your travel consultant knowledgeable about your destination?: Beyond accurate

Was your trip fairly priced and a good value?: Perhaps they were born there they know it so well.

Did we work hard to earn your recommendation and referrals?: We have already recommended because there is no better way to go than with these guys.

A friend told us about Jerry and April at Vida Travel last year when we were getting ready to plan our first trip to Costa Rica. She had used Vida Travel for more than one trip and raved about them. We are grateful for her advice and so thrilled to have received their amazing and invaluable guidance!

There are two main things that stand-out to us about Jerry & April: First, they REALLY KNOW (and love) Costa Rica! The depth and breadth of their firsthand knowledge and experience, and endless connections down there, are beyond impressive. Second, these guys really enjoy helping travelers find authentic experiences and connect with "real" people in genuine ways that you won't find with anyone else. They're a breeze to work with because they're so familiar with the country, and, because they seem to be able to tune into the types of places we wanted to go and the things we wanted to do. All of the details (down to turn-by-turn driving maps) were provided!

We just got back from our second trip down to CR in May with extensive help from Vida and we already can't wait to go back again! Not only was it fun, but we always felt safe... and always felt like guests, not tourists.
Both trips have been exactly what we wanted, very budget-friendly, and beyond expectations. Pura Vida! 5.0 star rating 7/25/2017

Jul 24, 2017

by Tasha D. Del Mar, CA on Vida Travel Group

As Good As It Gets

Was your travel consultant knowledgeable about your destination?: Of course

Was your trip fairly priced and a good value?: He knows Croatia very well

Did we work hard to earn your recommendation and referrals?: I already have.

"As good as it gets": that is what I would say about Jerry Puda and Vida Travel Group. I have traveled in a variety of ways my entire life, but I must say that the day I decided to "go" with Jerry Puda was a lucky day, indeed. Jerry goes far more out of his way to help and ensure his clients get the best trip of their lives than anyone else I have ever encountered. He drives the trip (so to speak) with energy, experience, wisdom and creativity. When you think you don't need anyone representing you Jerry comes forth with ideas even I had not imagined. He truly cares about you and he shows it in his every day efforts to make your trip great. I highly recommend him and Vida Travel Group. 5.0 star rating 7/24/2017

Mar 7, 2017

by Theresa S., Ontario Canada on Vida Travel Group

Pura Vida from Ontario Canada

Was your travel consultant knowledgeable about your destination?: Completely

Was your trip fairly priced and a good value?: Seems like they know everyone in Costa Rica ;)

Did we work hard to earn your recommendation and referrals?: Of course! I was recommended by a friend of mine and very grateful.

I can't thank Vida Travel team enough for helping me plan my trip to Costa Rica with my two kids (23 and 26 years old). He took a tremendous amount of time with back and forth emails and a lengthy phone call to explain all of the excursions I wanted to do with my kids. He customized them so that our days were full and that we saw much more than if we took traditional excursions offered by the airlines/hotels. He really came through and even emailed while we were in CR to see if all was was ok. Everything from the drivers he booked for us to the tour guides, who greeted us personally upon arrival, was top notch and we felt completely safe and well taken care of. The RIU Palace was a gas. Thank you Jerry! I will definitely recommend you and the Vida Travel team to fellow travellers. I'll be in touch when I travel next. :). Pura Vida from Ontario, Canada. Theresa and family.

Oct 11, 2016

by Chris M on Vida Travel Group

Cataratas Nauyaca

Just wanted to take a moment and say thank you for the recommendation; we went to Nauyaca Falls today and had an amazing trip. We were able to jump off the falls and had a great meal and a pleasant horse ride. Thank you for the recommendation. I even have a video of the guide jumping off of a much higher point in a perfect swan dive, amazing!