[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica, a gem nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, is a haven for surf enthusiasts. Each coast boasts its own personality,...
The Green Room: Costa Rica’s Most Iconic Barrel Spots
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the lexicon of surf culture, the "green room" is that almost mystical space inside a perfectly formed wave—a cylindrical sanctuary painted in shades...
Banana Drama: The Tumultuous History of Banana Exports in Costa Rica and Its Soap Opera-Worthy Twists
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the verdant lands of Costa Rica, bananas are more than just a fruit; they’re the stars of a dramatic saga filled with more twists than a telenovela....
Mythical Creatures and Where to (Not) Find Them: A Playful Exploration of Costa Rican Folklore
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Nestled between the whispers of leaves and the secretive rustle of underbrush in Costa Rica’s lush landscapes, lurk creatures of legend so enigmatic,...
The New Face of Paradise: Gentrification and Its Impact on Costa Rican Communities
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica, renowned for its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and biodiversity, has become a paradise for both tourists and expatriates. However,...
Manic Dawn: The Shocking Misadventures of My Bipolar Dad
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]On March 9, 1995, an extremely animated American man was causing a disturbance at the public phones in Palmar Sur, Costa Rica. A policeman approached...
Restorative Yoga: The Art of Slowing Down
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the hustle and bustle of modern life, where the drumbeat of the daily grind often drowns out the gentle hum of tranquility, there lies a sanctuary...
Blockchain and Real Estate Transactions: Opportunities and Realities in Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Blockchain technology, commonly associated with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, is revolutionizing various industries with its capability...
Eating Right for Your Age: Nutritional Needs from 20s to 60s+
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]As you transition through various stages of life, your body's nutritional requirements also evolve. Understanding these changes can help you maintain...
The Strategic Timing of Your Morning Coffee: An Investigation
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Each morning, countless individuals are awakened by the shrill call of their alarms, and instinctively, many reach for the soothing embrace of a fresh...
Health and Wellness Products: From Nature’s Lab
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Nestled between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, Costa Rica is a verdant paradise that has become a fertile ground for a burgeoning industry...
What Makes the Blue Zones Conducive to People Living Over 100 Years?
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]For a little over two decades, Dan Buettner has been making known some places where people lived longer, many of them enjoying enviable health, doing...