Caribbean Side Surprises: Salsa Brava’s September Punch
If you’ve ever stood on the sand in Puerto Viejo and stared out at Salsa Brava, you’ll know it’s not a wave for the faint-hearted. This reef break, with its raw Caribbean power and shallow coral shelf, has humbled even the most experienced surfers. September, often...
Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point: September’s Secret Season
If surfing had a whisper rather than a roar, it would sound like September at Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point. Forget the packed line-ups of peak summer. This is the month when the Santa Rosa coastline feels like your own private playground. The long boat rides from...
Green Mango with Chilero: A Zesty Costa Rican Favourite
What is green mango with chilero? Green mango with chilero is a classic Costa Rican street snack made from unripe mango slices topped with a vinegar-and-chilli mix. This tangy, spicy treat balances sourness from the mango with the heat of the chilero, creating a...
Sounds of the Soul: Traditional Marimba in the Modern Era
There’s a sound in Costa Rica that can stop you mid-step. It’s warm, earthy, and somehow both simple and complex—like sunshine poured into music. That sound belongs to the marimba, the country’s national instrument, whose wooden keys have echoed through village...
Discover the Business-Friendly Vibes of Costa Rica
Costa Rica is far more than a postcard paradise. Behind the palm-lined beaches and emerald rainforests lies one of Latin America’s most promising environments for building and scaling a business. With its prime geographic position, political stability, skilled...
Fins in the Fjord: Dolphin Encounters in Golfo Dulce
Why is September the best month for dolphin watching in Golfo Dulce? September brings calm seas, warm waters, and an abundance of food, making it the perfect month for dolphin encounters in Golfo Dulce. The reduced wind and glassy surface improve visibility and...
Fireflies, Fairytales, and the Nights That Glow
From May to September, when the air in Costa Rica feels as soft as silk and the earth exhales the scent of rain-soaked leaves, a quiet magic takes hold. At first, it’s subtle—a single flicker near the hedgerow, another glint by the riverbank. Then, as twilight...
Tropical Brews: Costa Rica’s Craft Beer Infusion with Passionfruit, Guava, and Pineapple
In Costa Rica, the craft beer revolution isn’t just about hops and barley—it’s about bottling the country’s vibrant landscapes into every pour. While classic IPAs, pale ales, and wheat beers are gaining loyal followings, local brewers are taking things a step further...
Why Guanacaste’s Commercial Market Is Poised to Explode
What is fuelling Guanacaste’s commercial property surge? Guanacaste is on the cusp of its biggest commercial boom in decades, powered by a rare blend of surging tourism, deep-pocketed foreign investors, and a chronic shortage of business-ready spaces. The result?...
Festival Fashion: Dressing for Costa Rica’s Most Colourful Celebrations
Costa Rica doesn’t just celebrate—it explodes with colour, rhythm, and tradition. From the spirited cowboy festivals of Guanacaste to the kaleidoscopic Caribbean carnivals of Limón, the country’s cultural calendar is alive with energy. But attending isn’t just about...