[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Bioprospecting in Costa Rica: Balancing Promise and Ethical Practice Bioprospecting in Costa Rica, situated at the heart of Central America's...
The Marina Flamingo: A Catalyst for Economic Growth in the Guanacaste Region, Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Nestled along the pristine Pacific coast of Costa Rica, Marina Flamingo has emerged as a cornerstone of economic development and tourism in the...
Single-Use Plastic Ban in Costa Rica: Progress or Pretense?
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica's bold initiative to ban single-use plastics by 2021 was hailed as a groundbreaking step towards environmental sustainability. This policy...
Why Costa Rica in 2025?
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]To kick off 2025, Howler has created a decision-making tool to assist you when it comes to considering Costa Rica for whatever your intention. Based on...
A Year of Resilience: How 2024 Shapes a Hopeful 2025
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Reflections on 2024 and Looking Forward to a Hopeful 2025 As 2024 draws to a close, we find ourselves at a poignant moment—a time to pause, reflect,...
The Power of Water
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]From the November flooding of Costa Rica to the abundant thermal springs, waterfalls, and coastline, we've all experienced the extremes of water. For...
Is Noise Pollution Eroding Pura Vida?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This scenario is totally dependent on where you live in Costa Rica. For those areas where the noise level is steadily rising, is it just the way of “progress” or “culture” or is it just another unwanted invasion of the new reality?...
Road Rage in Paradise: Why Does Everyone Drive Like They’re Late for a Surf Session?
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Navigating the roads of Costa Rica can often feel like an unplanned adventure, mimicking the nation's lush, untamed landscapes in both beauty and...
The New Face of Paradise: Gentrification and Its Impact on Costa Rican Communities
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica, renowned for its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and biodiversity, has become a paradise for both tourists and expatriates. However,...
What Makes the Blue Zones Conducive to People Living Over 100 Years?
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/2" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]For a little over two decades, Dan Buettner has been making known some places where people lived longer, many of them enjoying enviable health, doing...
The Pura Vida Predicament: Too Laid Back for Its Own Good?
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Is Costa Rica’s beloved "Pura Vida" lifestyle its Achilles' heel or its secret superpower? This mantra of 'pure life' might sound like a dream come...
Through the Lens 2024
We share the beautiful photography of Costa Rica because it's simply awe-inspiring! The lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and diverse wildlife make for incredible snapshots that can transport you to a tropical paradise. By sharing these photos, we are able to...