Costa Rica: 10 Ways the Country Inspires Art and Imagination
Costa Rica is a small country with a huge creative pulse. Artists here draw from rainforest light, volcanic silhouettes, ancestral stories and the everyday humour of street life. Whether you paint, sculpt, film or simply love looking at art, these ten concepts explain...
Costa Rica Trip Planning Guide: How to Choose the Right Region, Stay, and Adventure Mix
Costa Rica’s magic isn’t just beaches or rainforests—it’s the way wildly different regions sit close enough to sample in one trip, yet distinct enough to feel like separate worlds. That variety is exactly why planning matters: the “perfect” week for one traveller can...
Why Vandara Hot Springs Is a Must-Do in Guanacaste (and How to Get 10% Off with HOWLER)
Vandará Hot Springs & Adventure in Guanacaste is the kind of place where you can fly through the rainforest on a zipline in the morning, soak in natural hot springs by the river in the afternoon, and finish the day with a garden-to-table feast. If you book...
The San José Run: Turning Capital Chores into a Costa Rican Mini Break
If you settle in Guanacaste long enough, there comes a day when paradise and practicality collide. You need something you simply cannot get in Tamarindo, Flamingo or Playas del Coco – a proper garden hose that actually sprays, a fridge that doesn’t smell like burned...
Planning Your Summer Vacation Game Plan
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Yes, we are talking about Summer Vacation. It’s not too early to plan, especially when you have kids. In Costa Rica, the school holidays feel long, hot and full of possibility – but most parents still have to work, run...
Cancer-Fighting Superfoods
Munching on an ounce of walnuts a day may yield the best benefits, research found. Cancer-Fighting Superfoods You Can Add To Your Plate Today If you are searching for everyday foods that quietly support your body’s defences, broccoli, walnuts, garlic and beans are a...
Water Availability
Building a house in Costa Rica: why water comes first, not last When you picture your dream home in Costa Rica, you probably imagine ocean breezes, howler monkeys in the distance and a lush green backdrop. You probably do not imagine queuing at a municipal office...
My First Vacation in 12 Years
The #1 appeal of Costa Rica is the diversity of the regions, home opportunities, and adventures to experience. You can find a variety of resources, like Howler Media, to inform yourself of the vast array of choices. I planned my first vacation in 12 years and I was...
Choosing Between One-Piece and Two-Piece Bikinis on Costa Rica’s Beaches
Costa Rica’s beaches aren’t just backdrops for your holiday photos – they’re places where sun, salt and style meet. From surf towns to sleepy coves, you’ll see everything from sleek one-pieces to barely-there bikinis. The trick is choosing what makes you feel...
Hyper-Attachment in Dogs: How to Prevent Your Dog from Suffering When You’re Away
By Dr. Sharine Alice, VMD (CMVCR1117) What Is Canine Hyper-Attachment? Canine hyper-attachment, also known as Canine Separation Anxiety (CSA), is a behavioral condition in which a dog experiences anxiety, distress, and emotional discomfort when separated from their...