Jungle Mushrooms—And the Chefs Who Can’t Get Enough
Costa Rica’s Rainy-Season Fungi Frenzy, From Gourmet Delights to Glow-in-the-Dark Oddities When Costa Rica’s skies open and the forest floor turns spongy, something strange and wonderful begins to stir—mushrooms. Not the sad white ones in plastic wrap. We're talking...
When Frogs Rule the Night: Costa Rica’s Rainforest After Dark
How amphibians turn June’s jungle nights into a love-fuelled chorus of croaks, chirps, and colour What happens in Costa Rica’s jungles when the rain starts to fall? As soon as the rainy season begins in June, the forests of Costa Rica explode with amphibian life. The...
Captain Paul Watson on the Urgent Mission of the UN Ocean Conference 2025
Another United Nations Conference, Opportunity or not? By Captain Paul Watson – Co-founder of Greenpeace, Founder of Sea Shepherd, and Founder of the Captain Paul Watson Foundation I've been attending international environmental conferences since the 1972 United...
Food That Only Appears in Floods: Nature’s Secret Menu of the Wet Season
Flood season foods in Costa Rica When the rivers overflow and fields transform into shimmering lagoons, Costa Rica’s flood season reveals a little-known culinary bounty. It’s not just about survival—it’s about flavour, tradition, and knowing where to look when the...
Strange Things fallings from the Sky in Costa Rica’s Rain Season
Yes, it sometimes rains worms—welcome to the rainforest’s most bizarre season. When it comes to Costa Rica’s rainy season, most people imagine lush green jungles, rushing waterfalls, and dramatic afternoon thunderstorms. But those who’ve spent enough time in the more...
Is Buying Costa Rica Property in the Rainy Season a Good Idea? What to Watch For
See the Real Deal—While It’s Underwater Thinking about buying property in Costa Rica during the rainy season? It might sound a little crazy—muddy boots, soggy roads, surprise rivers where driveways should be—but for savvy buyers, it’s exactly when you want to show up....
Why Everyone Wants to Own a Coffee Farm Now: The Next Big Property Boom
There's a new buzz brewing in the real estate world, and it's not coming from Wall Street—it’s coming from the highland slopes of Costa Rica and other coffee-rich nations. Buying a coffee farm has become the latest dream for investors, entrepreneurs, expats, and...
Why June Is the Best Time to Buy a Haunted House in Costa Rica
Real Estate Meets Rainstorms... and the Occasional Ghost Looking to buy property in Costa Rica? Come June, you might get more than a good deal—you might get a ghost. While most people are dodging puddles and power outages during the rainy season, others are leaning...
New POA Requirements for 2025 BCCR Filing
‼️ Important Reminder for CR Corporations and CR LLCs‼️ As of the latest government resolution (MH-DGT-RES-0020-2024), all previous Special Powers of Attorney (POAs) for BCCR filings are no longer valid. Each company must now grant a new POA to complete this year’s...
Ehrlichiosis in Pets: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW!
Ehrlichiosis is a serious tick-borne disease caused by the Ehrlichia bacterium, primarily affecting dogs but also seen in cats. This illness can lead to severe health complications if not detected and treated early. Here’s a concise guide to help you protect your pet....
