What Circle Of Hell Is This?
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text The circle of life so lovingly narrated on nature documentaries plays out daily in Costa Rica. Toucans raid nests like feathered burglars. Iguanas—those smug, sunbathing “vegetarians”—will absolutely nibble the wrong...
The Tigrillo (oncilla) of Costa Rica: A Secretive Wild Cat You’ll Rarely See
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Costa Rica creature feature oncilla: Oncilla, often referred to as the little spotted cat, or in Costa Rica as the tigrillo. This Costa Rica cat is the smallest species of wildcat in this country. Living in the mountain forests at...
Costa Rica Whitewater Rafting Guide: Which River Should You Choose (and When)?
“During high water, the ‘Aye, mami!’ rapids become ‘Oh, crap!’ rapids,” my guide informed me — and honestly, that’s the most accurate river forecast you’ll ever get in Costa Rica. Whitewater rafting here is a beautiful contradiction. One minute you’re folded into the...
Protecting One Species at a Time
Protecting One Species at a Time. The theme of Earth Day 2019 is “Protect our Species.” With over 500,000 wildlife species in Costa Rica, it is vital to keep the biodiversity alive and thriving in this Central American isthmus. Thanks to the preservation efforts of...
What Brings People to Live In Costa Rica
Costa Rica living – what draws people to this country? Let’s look at just a few of the many things that make people decide Costa Rica is where they want to call home. 1. Sand and sea Because the country is so small, you’re never too terribly far from one of its...
Chasing Costa Rica’s Green Flash: The One-Second Sunset Secret
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] What is the green flash? The green flash is a brief burst of green light that can appear on the very top edge of the sun for roughly one to three seconds as it meets the horizon. It’s most often spotted at sunset over...
Costa Rica Cacao and Dark Chocolate: A Local Story With Global Flavour (and Real Health Perks)
Cacao in Costa Rica isn’t just “the ingredient before chocolate” — it’s a living thread that runs through rainforest ecology, Indigenous heritage, smallholder livelihoods, and the modern obsession with seriously good dark chocolate. If you’ve ever snapped a square of...
Visiting the Fruit and Vegetable Stand
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Visiting the Fruit and Vegetable Stand. It’s the little things that make Costa Rica so special, and the taste of fruits and vegetables is one of those things. The difference between eating fresh vine-ripened and shipping-ripened...
Can a Foreigner Acquire a Beachfront Property Interest in Costa Rica?
Yes—but it depends on whether the land is private titled property or part of Costa Rica’s Maritime Terrestrial Zone (ZMT), where the rules are completely different. The confusion usually starts with one simple fact: many “beachfront” listings are not fee-simple...
Chocolate: A Superfood? Unveil the Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate!
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_column_text]Hey chocolate lovers! Grab a bar of your favorite dark chocolate, and let's chat about something utterly delightful. You know that heavenly treat we often crave? Well, guess what? It's not just a guilty pleasure....