Last but not least, there is Playa Conchal, a popular haven for visitors to Costa Rica’s Gold Coast. What makes this beach unique is the thousands of broken shells that wash up on shore. To get here, you walk south from Playa Brasilito until you reach this beautiful inlet. The water is usually calm for swimming and snorkeling. You can even rent a canopy and chair, which isn’t very typical in my experience of Costa Rican beaches. #beach #costarica #swimming (Photo by Lindsay Loucel/Unsplash)