Discover how fascinating and spectacular butterflies and bugs can be! Amazing Costa Rica insects are being studied by scientists at Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge. Article by Shannon Farley Usually we just complain about bugs — how they annoy us, bite us, sting us, and crawl on us. And a lot of...Read More

Rincon de la Vieja National Park now protects nearly 5,000 acres more dry tropical forest and wildlife habitats in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Article by Shannon Farley The Rincon de la Vieja National Park in Costa Rica has expanded nearly 5,000 acres to protect more dry tropical forest, wildlife habitats and...Read More

Come for a yoga retreat or complete your relaxing vacation with beachfront yoga in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica at Hotel Tropico Latino. Article by Shannon Farley Whether you’re an experienced yogi looking for your next yoga retreat, or just want to relax on summer vacation, beachfront yoga in Santa Teresa,...Read More

It’s easy to feel at peace doing yoga at Pranamar Villas in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica when the Yoga Shala looks like a majestic Balinese temple. Article by Shannon Farley The sense of peace is palpable here. So is the feeling of being awestruck. It’s like walking into a majestic...Read More

Taking a vacation is probably more important for your mental health than anything. Costa Rica is the perfect place for a healthy vacation! Article by Shannon Farley Almost daily we are bombarded with messages in the media telling us about the importance of exercise and a healthy diet to improve...Read More

See authentic Costa Rica cowboy traditions at the weekly Saturday Cowboy Show at Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin in Guanacaste. Article by Shannon Farley Incredible horse riding skills, exciting bull riding, Costa Rican folkloric music, and a traditional Costa Rican oxcart – see them all on Cowboy Saturdays at Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin...Read More