[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]When searching for different Central American beverages, Fresco de Chan stands out for its simplicity and refreshing qualities. This traditional drink,...
Is Noise Pollution Eroding Pura Vida?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This scenario is totally dependent on where you live in Costa Rica. For those areas where the noise level is steadily rising, is it just the way of “progress” or “culture” or is it just another unwanted invasion of the new reality?...
Pura Vida on the Waves: Surfing Costa Rica’s Philosophy of Life
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]As the sun casts its golden glow over the Pacific, surfboards dot the horizon like vibrant strokes on a painter’s canvas. In Costa Rica, surfing isn’t...
The Impact of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election on Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] How the Presidential Election in November 2024 in the United States Affects Costa Rica The upcoming U.S. presidential election in November 2024 holds...
Headlines November 2024
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/3" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] Costa Rica is the #1 exporter of medical devices The 7% growth in exports of goods in the cumulative January – August 2024 is not the only reference...
Surf’s Up at Sunrise: Best Early Morning Surf Spots in Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]There’s a sacred moment just as dawn breaks when the world is painted in hues of soft pink and gentle blue, and the ocean whispers invitations to those...
Yoga Retreats: The Ultimate Experience for Mind, Body, and Spirit
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the fast-paced whirl of daily life, finding a sanctuary for calm and rejuvenation becomes essential. Yoga retreats, offering serene settings and...
Chayote Chronicles: How a Fruit Masquerades as a Veggie in Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Chayote: Costa Rica's Culinary Chameleon Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s the chayote—a produce aisle puzzle that has both fruit and...
Road Rage in Paradise: Why Does Everyone Drive Like They’re Late for a Surf Session?
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Navigating the roads of Costa Rica can often feel like an unplanned adventure, mimicking the nation's lush, untamed landscapes in both beauty and...
Costa Rican Literature: Voices of the Rainforest
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rican literature is a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of the country’s lush landscapes, rich history, and diverse cultural heritage....
Beyond the Buffet Line: Weighing the Pros and Cons of All-Inclusive Resorts in Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]All-Inclusive Resorts in Costa Rica: Paradise Packaged or Missed Opportunities? Imagine arriving in Costa Rica, a land of stunning natural beauty, rich...
Gallina de Palo: The Mushroom That Tastes Like Chicken
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the diverse culinary landscape of Costa Rica, one intriguing ingredient stands out for its unique taste and versatility—gallina de palo. Known for...












