Episode 8 - "Pura Vida on a budget in Caribbean paradise" Our budget challenge is getting harder in this touristy country because this is the MOST expensive country of the trip by far! Costa Rica has a wealth of beauty both in tropical nature and it's amazing people. From San Jose to Limon, we hitchhike and set our eyes on the caribbean sea. Enjoying swimming in the blue waters and white beaches in this backpacker hotspot.