In the quiet hum of a backstrap loom, in the rhythmic dance of hands guiding vibrant threads, a story unfolds—one woven with tradition, resilience, and artistic expression. Across Costa Rica, indigenous communities are reclaiming their textile heritage, blending...
When people think of Costa Rica real estate, their minds often drift to beachfront properties with stunning ocean views and the sound of waves crashing against the shore. However, savvy investors are turning their attention inland, where the true potential for...
The Mighty Miniature: Costa Rica’s Tiny but Powerful Shrews In the lush, vibrant landscapes of Costa Rica, where howler monkeys echo through the canopy and resplendent quetzals flash their brilliant colours, a tiny yet mighty mammal diligently scurries beneath the...
April in Costa Rica: Blooming Beauty and Protecting Our Bees Why is April the best month to experience Costa Rica’s floral beauty? April marks a spectacular transition in Costa Rica, bridging the dry season's end and the rainy season's onset, resulting in vibrant...
Jaco Beach, Costa Rica – One thing for sure is Los Mojados needs a bigger stage! What started as a brother-and-sister guitar-duo 21-years-ago has evolved full circle into a musical journey few other bands ever experience. Sheer determination, guts and a vision for...
Britt Nelson, 75, came to Costa Rica in 2011 from Florida. He is a retired, multi-award winning photo journalist, reporter and news editor for the New York Times Company. He has been published thousands of times on the front pages of American newspapers. He is...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the crystalline waters off Costa Rica's expansive coastline, there exists a scene that seems plucked from a surrealist's dreamscape. Here, the manta...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_column_text]The birds of Costa Rica offer a fascinating glimpse into the incredible diversity and beauty of the country's avian population. With over 900 species calling Costa Rica home, it is no wonder that birdwatching has become a...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]After living here for over three years, I was looking forward to this trip to gaze at the beauty of this region of Guanacaste, via air. The gyrocopter was blue like the sky above us. The pilot did the pre-flight checklist...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Tropical gar, an intriguing and vital species in aquatic ecosystems, is a fascinating topic, especially for those interested in Costa Rica's diverse...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Eagle rays, with their distinctive and elegant appearance, are one of the ocean's most mesmerizing sights, especially in the biodiverse waters of Costa...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica is a treasure trove of biodiversity, home to 5% of the world's species despite making up just 0.03% of the Earth's surface. While tourists...