[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_column_text]A Similar Fate May Be Coming to a Town Near You! I have fond memories of Lahaina. I first visited the town in 1976 when I was First Officer on Greenpeace VII. We were warmly received and the people of Lahaina generously...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]You know, lots of folks dream about living in a paradise-like spot, with beautiful beaches, amazing landscapes, and just living carefree. It's like a perfect postcard picture. But real life might have a few more twists...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]We are lucky to live in Costa Rica, one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world, with rainforests, cloud forests and mangrove swamps, as well as 12 different climate zones. Costa Rica makes up just 0.03%...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Ethics is a concept that can be quite complex and confusing for many people. It’s not always easy to understand what is and is not ethical, especially since everyone has different beliefs and values. However, the...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]My editorial this month addresses safety when traveling, and can be applied if living abroad. Costa Rica is said to be safe and the people are friendly. Well, the reality is that Costa Rica is part of the world, and is...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Those who live in Costa Rica, or have recently traveled here, have seen the increases in traffic and the rising prices of rent, food, and fuel. I hear people expressing shock at how expensive it is to live and travel...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Over the past couple of years, Costa Rica has had a large increase in the number of people moving here from around the world. The ability to work remotely has fueled this influx into what many refer to as “paradise.”...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Hello readers, We appreciate all the loyal readers who engage with us on a monthly basis. As Howler is soon entering our 27th year of publishing, we are grateful to our readership and for the support of our...
[vc_row css=".vc_custom_1672091368400{background-color: #ffffff !important;}"][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Happy New Year to all! Reflecting on 2022, it certainly seems that it just flew by, we blinked and now it's 2023. Recently I have had the...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]I made an observation early in the year, noting the volumes of travelers: I predicted that the off-season — September through November — would be much stronger in Costa Rica. As it turns out, I was using the right magic...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]What are you seeing the environment and ecology of our world becoming in the next 30 years? Are conferences doing anything for the present situations we are facing? Over the years, Howler editorials and articles...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]With all of Costa Rica’s natural wonders and friendly people, why would you pick another place to be? Yes, there are drawbacks to living here. Convenience is not a word that translates. Things that we are accustomed to in...