[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Planning a vacation early has a number of benefits. First and foremost, it gives you plenty of time to research and book affordable flights, hotels, and activities. Booking early may also allow you to take advantage of...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]In Howler’s April 2021 issue, we brought you the story of “Gyrocopter Girl,” the social media handle for Switzerland native Cornelia Hajdinyak. We featured her images of Costa Rica from the air, taken while flying around...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]With the dry season in Costa Rica’s northwest region near the Pacific coast, there's one thing that remains green in the brown and drought-ridden hillsides: cacti. Usually, when you think of the tropics or Central...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]When it comes to planning your travel, there are several ways you can go about it. One option available to you is using a travel agency. Deciding whether or not to use a travel agency can depend on several factors, such...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica is a small country in Central America that boasts a lush tropical jungle and pristine beaches. Its varied landscape Costa Rica is home to some of the best whitewater rafting in the world. And what better time...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica’s impressive reputation for biodiversity was boosted recently when the research findings for two new plant species were published in scientific journals. Investigations led by National Museum botanist Alexander...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Overview So, have you ever heard of kitesurfing or kiteboarding? These adrenaline-pumping water sports involve using a board to ride the waves while simultaneously being propelled by a large kite. It's an intense and...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]“I’ve seen enough,” said no one ever about Costa Rica’s enchanting coastal landscapes. Believing there’s no such thing as too many ways to showcase as many as we can in Howler, we’re always on the look-out for beautiful...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica is a country known for its exotic flora and fauna, beautiful beaches and lush rainforests. Some might assume that it is not the best vacation spot during the rainy season, which lasts from May to November....
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Flamingo, Costa Rica, is a crown jewel in the realm of sportfishing, gaining global acclaim for its diverse marine life. Nestled on the northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica, this tranquil beach town serves as a gateway to...
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]I am a retired cop from New York. I started kayak fishing about 15 years ago in the Hamptons, for both striped bass and bluefish. Kayak fishing is now, finally, exploding around the world. It is quite a different...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Paragliding pilots from around the world gathered in Rivas, Perez Zeledon, to participate in the Open Rivas 2023 Paragliding Competition, March 4, 5 and 6. It was the fourth year the event has been held, organized by...