The Journal
Four years of paying attention to this stretch of coast, sorted by what you’re actually here for. Pick a topic and start reading.
Surfing Adventures
Where to learn, where to paddle out on your own, and what the swell actually does at this beach — from someone who watches it from the balcony.
Water Activities
Beyond surfing — the tide pools, the boat trips, and everything else this stretch of Pacific coast is good for.
Adventure Tourism
Zip lines, waterfalls, volcano day trips — the adrenaline side of Jacó, for when lying on the beach stops being enough.
Nature and Wildlife
Scarlet macaws at the south end, a sloth if you're patient at the north end, and everything else Jacó's edge of the rainforest puts on display without trying.
Local Cuisine
Where we actually eat — the sodas, the beachfront spots, and the food that never makes it onto a 'best of' list.
Cultural Experiences
Street art, local shows, and the parts of Jacó that aren't built for tourists but are worth finding anyway.
Family-Friendly Activities
What actually works with kids in tow, from a host who built a second bedroom around exactly that.
Nightlife and Entertainment
What Jacó's nightlife is really like, and why staying on the quiet south end doesn't mean missing it.
Wellness and Retreats
What 'Zen' actually means here — slow mornings, real quiet, and the places around town that take it seriously.
Accommodations and Lodging
Honest notes on staying in Jacó — what actually matters when you're picking a place, beyond what any listing photo can tell you.