Costa Rica’s Migratory Bird Season Takes Flight What makes Costa Rica’s wetlands a hotspot for migratory birds?Costa Rica’s wetlands serve as critical rest stops and breeding grounds for migratory birds, offering an abundance of food, mild weather, and diverse...
If Costa Rica had a national reflex, it wouldn’t be flinching from a football—it would be smiling at a stranger and saying “buenas.” Whether you’re stepping into a pulpería, passing a neighbour on a gravel road, or waving from a bus seat, the simple act of greeting in...
It starts with a toe in the sand. Then it’s a short stroll across warm flagstones. Before long, you're ordering a smoothie in a beach café with absolutely nothing between your feet and the earth. Going barefoot in Costa Rica isn’t just acceptable—it’s a badge of...
Long before coffee became a lifestyle, Costa Rica was already perfecting the art of the bean. Its volcanic soil, rich rainfall, and high-altitude farms set the stage for some of the smoothest, most complex coffee in the world. But in an era where a flat white is as...
Buying a slice of paradise in Costa Rica sounds like the dream—and for many, it is. But before you pack your bags and wire your funds, there’s a less glamorous side to the process: paperwork. While Costa Rica is welcoming to foreign investors and property buyers, its...
Everyone’s heard about the beachfront villas and surfside condos—but Costa Rica’s inland real estate is the country’s best-kept secret. While coastal regions draw the spotlight, there’s a quieter, more authentic lifestyle waiting to be discovered just beyond the...
Topic: How to Buy Land in Costa Rica Without Regret Want to buy a slice of paradise? Here’s what you need to know first. There’s something wildly seductive about owning land in Costa Rica. Maybe it’s the thought of waking up to toucans in the trees or building your...
By Captain Paul Watson On July 22nd, 2025, Interpol informed me that the Red Notice against me was cancelled. I suppose I should have felt relieved, but in truth, I was simply tired. I had been on the run for thirteen years as a fugitive from Interpol, from Japan and...
The forests of Costa Rica have always been a source of life, sheltering jaguars, feeding sloths, and purifying the air. But now, the rainforest is colouring our clothes. Across the country, a growing number of artisans and eco-conscious designers are reviving the...
When most people picture Costa Rica, they think of misty volcanoes, chirping toucans, and sloths in the treetops. But if you ask any angler worth their salt, they’ll tell you the real Costa Rica magic happens offshore, where the ocean boils with life, and the thrill...
Joan McDonald Vernon has cast a long line of influence across sportfishing in Central America and beyond. For over two decades, she’s been the driving force behind some of the most respected billfish tournaments in the region — from laid-back “fishing rodeos” to elite...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Discover why Tres Amigos Realty remains the top seller to SATISFIED clients in Costa Rica. Research our agent's stories, why they love our region and their joy in working with people to find their Costa Rica "home"....