[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Lizano salsa! That delightful, zesty concoction has tantalized taste buds and sparked culinary controversies for decades. Let's embark on a saucy...
Around the World in 40 Days, Kakadu National Park
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Our last destination in Australia as part of our around the world trip was Kakadu National Park. We transferred from the ship to the airport where we...
Beyond Appearances: Uniting ‘Esse Quam Videri’ and ‘Pura Vida’ in Pursuit of Genuine Happiness
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The Latin motto "Esse quam videri," which translates to "To be, rather than to seem," resonates deeply with the Costa Rican ethos of "Pura Vida." Both...
Museums of Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_column_text]Not surprisingly, Costa Rica’s abundance of nature-infused riches tends to eclipse its indoor attractions. This leaves much about the nature of Costa Ricans themselves undiscovered behind the walls of history in museum...
Pack Light, Play Hard: The Gentleman’s Guide to Tropical Travel
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Embarking on a tropical holiday is a bit like playing Tetris with your suitcase. The goal? To pack light, but not so light that you're mistaken for a...
The Magic of Music
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1693776675499{background-color: #18b7be !important;}"][vc_column width="1/4"][vc_column_text]I had the good fortune to grow up with music. From singing in the kid's choir to leading worship at my church. I have been known to sing some Billy...
Walk on the Wild Side: Espadrilles as Your Ultimate Travel Buddy
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Picture this: You're strolling down a sun-drenched beach in Costa Rica, waves gently lapping at your feet, a cool tropical breeze playing with your...
Dengue in the Tropics: Costa Rica’s Battle Against a Growing Threat
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Dengue fever has seen a significant surge in Costa Rica, a concern that demands attention. Here's a detailed look into this important health topic....
Discovering Costa Rica’s Coolest Bohemian Surfing Towns
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Searching for the ultimate Bohemian surf town in Costa Rica – it's like trying to find the perfect wave: elusive, thrilling, and a bit of a mystical...
Surf’s Up! From Gnarly to Gentle: Surf Waves Decoded
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Surf's up, wave riders! Let's talk about the gnarly world of surf waves. You know, those watery rollercoasters that make surfers' hearts sing and...
Playa Hermosa Jacó Costa Rica Surf Spot
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Playa Hermosa Jacó: While Costa Rica has several beaches named Playa Hermosa, only one is home to the most powerful and consistent beach break in the country. That Playa Hermosa is a seven-kilometer stretch of black sand...
The Empanada Expedition: Tracing the Cultural Roots of a Culinary Classic
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