The CIA *never* engages in nefarious activities like drug and gun trafficking, election rigging, coup planning or assassinations. Because of that, you absolutely cannot enjoy a meal and then a party in a CIA owned…
THE 8 CLIMATES OF COSTA RICA Most people would tell you Costa Rica has a ‘tropical’ climate with a ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ season, which is grossly overgeneralized but, in general, correct. But did you know…
THE MASKS AND BORUCA PEOPLE You’ve probably ran into the colourful masks that seem to permeate our area – homes, shops, pubs, restaurants, and medical and real estate offices proudly display the vibrant artisan creations….
A VERY UNUSUAL PARK Did you know that two very unique parks sit right across from each other in Palmar Sur? Both parks hold a collection of mysterious pre-Colombian stone spheres while the smaller park…
NOT A RUN IN THE PARK! The Coastal Challenge, one of the world’s most grueling, scenic, and exciting long distance stage races takes place in our backyard – showcasing the area’s rich biodiversity, stunning scenery,…
GETTING TO SAN JOSE A trip from our South Pacific towns to San Jose can be a long ordeal; 4 hours when the going is good and much longer when there is traffic, construction, landslips,…
FERIA TINANAMSTES If you are on the lookout for cool souvenirs, organic produce, artisan crafts, alternative medical products, homemade canned goods and hot sauces (and MUCH more) you MUST check out FERIA TINAMASTES. Every Tuesday…
YOU CAN’T ESCAPE TRASH While the above heading can be applied to many areas of life, I mean it in the most literal: garbage is everywhere. Middle of the ocean, deserted arctic islands, highest mountain…
TREX RESTAURATE Y SODA Did you know that Steven Spielberg included Costa Rica in the Jurassic Park script and the movie assumes that the action takes place here, on an island off our South Pacific…
WHAT IS A ‘VACATION WITH BENEFITS’? A simple tropical vacation just doesn’t cut it anymore. A rapidly increasing number of people visit Costa Rica not only for the wildlife, beaches, nature, or thrilling activities –…
25th Nov 2023
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