Why do so many people dream of Costa Rica? People come to Costa Rica chasing beauty, wildlife, and the mythical ease of “Pura Vida.” Before I ever boarded a plane to Costa Rica, the country existed in my imagination as a place of endless green. It was sloths in trees,...
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...
There was a time—not too far in the past—when uttering the F word would’ve gotten you kicked out of class, scolded at the dinner table, or labeled a degenerate. It was the linguistic equivalent of chewing with your mouth open in church. Now? It’s in bestselling books,...
🌍 A Planet Built on Fire Beneath our feet, the Earth never sleeps. From the steaming jungles of Central America to the icy plains of Kamchatka, volcanoes are constantly shifting, groaning, and—when they’ve had enough—exploding in spectacular displays of raw energy....
There’s a universal truth about time that unites schoolchildren and pensioners alike: nobody experiences it the same way. Ask a child in the middle of the school term when Christmas is coming, and you’ll hear dramatic sighs, exaggerated eye-rolls, and complaints that...
There’s something timeless about exploring Costa Rica’s pristine beaches on horseback. The gentle rhythm of hooves against the sand, the whisper of palm trees, and the glimmer of endless blue water create a dreamlike journey. There’s something timeless about exploring...
“The Last Resort” by the Eagles is a haunting and deeply reflective song that critiques humanity’s tendency to destroy the very things it claims to cherish. Written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey, the track appeared on the Hotel California album in 1976 and is often...
Lake Arenal and volcano Arenal
April in Costa Rica: Blooming Beauty and Protecting Our Bees Why is April the best month to experience Costa Rica’s floral beauty? April marks a spectacular transition in Costa Rica, bridging the dry season's end and the rainy season's onset, resulting in vibrant...
Costa Rica’s government has allowed its once-pristine reputation to be dragged through the mud of lawlessness, corruption, and incompetence. The country that once stood as an oasis of peace in Central America is now a paradise lost to crime. And while Costa Ricans...
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Hummingbirds are one of nature’s most mesmerizing creatures, blending speed, agility, and beauty into a tiny, iridescent package. Costa Rica, with its...
My Journey Through Prostate Cancer: A Life-Changing Experience in Costa Rica I am a very private person and generally don’t share much outside of my very close circle. However, after my recent experience, I thought it was important to share my experience as well as...