<p>Tamarindo remains one of the best-known beach towns on Costa Rica's north Pacific coast. The town is roughly an hour and a quarter by road from the international airport in Liberia, which makes it an easy first stop for many travellers.</p>

<p>The beach is long and sandy, with waves that are often beginner-friendly. Dozens of surf schools offer lessons every day.</p>

<p>Just north of town, Playa Grande is part of a protected marine park, known for nesting leatherback turtles.</p>

<p>The dry season usually runs from December through April, while May to November is greener, quieter and cheaper. read more here </p>