[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]In Howler’s April 2021 issue, we brought you the story of “Gyrocopter Girl,” the social media handle for Switzerland native Cornelia Hajdinyak. We featured her images of Costa Rica from the air, taken while flying around...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]With the dry season in Costa Rica’s northwest region near the Pacific coast, there's one thing that remains green in the brown and drought-ridden hillsides: cacti. Usually, when you think of the tropics or Central...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Swedish massage is one of the most popular types of massage therapy found around the world. It is a holistic form of bodywork that focuses on enhancing the relaxation of the entire body. Swedish massage is a gentle and...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]I saw a cartoon recently with this caption: "Why does my car have to be inspected to ensure it’s good enough for use on the roads, when the roads look like this?" The picture depicted some typical Costa Rica roads, marred...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica is a tropical country with a unique climate. It has two main seasons, the dry season and the rainy season. In the rainy season, there's an increased amount of humidity, which can be difficult to deal with,...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]During the COVID-19 pandemic, people sought refuge in secluded and secure locations. The pandemic prompted individuals and families to reassess their lifestyles and prioritize their quality of life. The desire for...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]As the world becomes increasingly reliant on information technology, it’s essential to ensure that cybersecurity is given adequate attention. Costa Rica, a small but quickly growing country, must take action to minimize...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Coffee, a common beverage choice, particularly in the morning, has become a staple in many people's daily routines. However, as much as coffee may be the perfect pick-me-up when feeling sluggish, it also carries health...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]“No sweat … that’ll be easy,” said no writer ever who would know better undertaking an overview of coffee in Costa Rica. With so much information from a world of knowledgeable sources — including experts outside Costa...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]We will get to the nuts and bolts of what it costs to live in Costa Rica in just a minute…. But maybe the real question should be… WHAT IS THE COST OF NOT LIVING IN COSTA RICA? Where you are living right now is definitely...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Spanish Terms for Visiting a Soda If you want to eat like a local, going to a soda is the right way to do it. Here are some helpful words in Spanish when visiting a soda in Costa Rica. arroz con camarones — shrimp rice served with...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Hi, my name is Robin, and I am a member of the Tres Amigos Realty Group here in the Papagayo Peninsula where there has been considerable growth since I moved here in 2017. I obtained my Real Estate license with the Costa...