Lake Arenal and volcano Arenal
Festival Madre Tierra 2025: Pollinating Knowledge and Cultivating the Future
Festival Madre Tierra celebrates its fifth edition with a renewed vision: to strengthen the connection with the communities around Lake Arenal and Monteverde. We’ll do this through small but meaningful activities that plant the seeds of awareness and action for the...
Festival Madre Tierra 2025: Polinizando Saberes y Cultivando Futuro
El Festival Madre Tierra llega a su quinta edición con una visión renovada: fortalecer la conexión con las comunidades del Lago Arenal y Monteverde. Esto lo haremos a través de pequeñas y significativas actividades que siembran conciencia y acción por el planeta....
Get Your Pura Vida Back: How AI Is Transforming Costa Rica’s Tourism Businesses
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] In the breathtaking landscapes of Costa Rica, where "Pura Vida" isn't just a saying but a way of life, tourism has long been the heartbeat of the...
Coco the Brave Little Hermit Crab
As the day winds down and the sun dips below the unspoiled shoreline of Las Baulas National Marine Park in Costa Rica, its shimmering rays cast a warm glow on the vibrant shells scattered along the beach. Amidst these shells, one may catch a glimpse of the elusive...
The Forgotten Connection: Costa Rica’s Indigenous People, the Mayans, and the Sacred Melipona Honey
Throughout history, bees have played a vital role in shaping civilizations, particularly in Mesoamerica, where the sacred stingless Melipona bee was revered by the Mayans. While Costa Rica and the Mayan heartland of Mexico and Guatemala may seem worlds apart, the...
Gunnera Insignis: The Dinosaur of the Plant Kingdom
If plants held a contest for "Most Likely to Belong in Jurassic Park," Gunnera insignis would win, hands down. Also known as the poor man’s umbrella, this plant sports gigantic leaves that can reach up to 10 feet across. Imagine walking through a forest and stumbling...
Mindfulness and Meditation: Yoga’s Spiritual Journey
How Can Yoga Enhance Mindfulness and Meditation? Yoga, a centuries-old practice originating in India, enhances both physical and spiritual health by integrating mindfulness and meditation into everyday life. Beyond mere physical exercise, yoga fosters inner peace,...
Caring for Senior Dogs and Cats: Essential Tips for Their Well-Being
As our beloved pets grow older, their needs change, requiring special attention and care to ensure their quality of life. Dogs and cats are considered seniors around the age of 7, although this varies by breed and size. In this article, we’ll explore the most...
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Ehrlichiosis in Pets: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW!
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] Ehrlichiosis is a serious tick-borne disease caused by the Ehrlichia bacterium, primarily affecting dogs but also seen in cats. This illness can lead...
From the Gods to the Present: The Mystical Power of the Cacao Ceremony
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] The Sacred Cacao Ceremony in Costa Rica: Tradition, Healing, and Spiritual Connection What Is a Cacao Ceremony? A cacao ceremony is a sacred ritual...