One Renegade Family’s Month-Long Trip Through Costa Rica

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A family of four poses with silly faces on the beach in Costa rica

Sure, you can book an all-inclusive beach vacation and call it a day. But is that truly travelling?

Of course not. It’s an easy way to take some time off, but it’s not immersing you and your family in the lands, culture, and special places that truly make a destination worth visiting.

EFA contributor Matt Maddaloni went with his family to Costa Rica in March 2025. Not one to take the conventional route, Matt and his crew set out for adventure in the mountains, jungles, and beaches of Costa Rica. They decided to do something a bit different, and documented the trip through their eyes. The result is the above half-hour special dedicated to exploring Costa Rica and what makes it special.

Have a watch, and remember to follow them on YouTube for even more adventures!

About the author

Steve

Steve is a father of two who tries to get outside as much as possible. He’s doing his best to leave a positive mark on the planet through educating people and his children on how to live an adventurous life that is in sync with Nature. A local of the sea-to-sky region of British columbia, Steve enjoys the ocean, the mountains, flow states, music, and photography. As a CAA Avalanche educator, backcountry guide, and photographer, he loves sharing the beauty and awe of nature to the world.

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