The Mystery and Myths Behind Semana Santa in Costa Rica

The Mystery and Myths Behind Semana Santa in Costa Rica

Semana Santa, or Holy Week, is one of Costa Rica’s most sacred and culturally rich celebrations, blending religious traditions with folklore and superstitions that have been passed down through generations. While the week is best...

The Mystery and Myths Behind Semana Santa in Costa Rica

Semana Santa, or Holy Week, is one of Costa Rica’s most sacred and culturally rich celebrations, blending religious traditions with folklore and superstitions that have been passed down through generations. While the week is best...

The Animal Art of amy pink

The Animal Art of amy pink

The animal joy series of art captures the animal's light, spirit, and energy. Animal joy was born through Amy Pink's world travels after it became very clear that animals were attracted to her in all kinds of crazy ways that positively delighted her. When not...

Los Mojados: Jaco’s Most Astonishing Band

Los Mojados: Jaco’s Most Astonishing Band

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...

EXpat writer britt nelson

EXpat writer britt nelson

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...

Chasing the Elusive Escamoles: Costa Rica’s Ant Caviar

Chasing the Elusive Escamoles: Costa Rica’s Ant Caviar

[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the diverse and vibrant culinary landscape of Costa Rica, a peculiar delicacy stands out for its rarity and unique flavor: escamoles. Often referred...