Walking around downtown San Jose, Costa Rica, is an outing full of bright surprises thanks to an outdoor art exhibit centered on the message of peace. Seventy vividly painted larger-than-life doves perch here and there throughout the downtown area’s main boulevards, plazas and parks in the “Peace Parade.” Made of fiberglass and standing 2 meters...Read More
Twisting yourself into a pretzel is what many people think of when they hear the word “yoga.” Yoga is the “in” thing in the western world over recent years as people look to ease stress, find ways to relax and live healthier lifestyles. Yoga, though, is actually more than just the physical; it is a...Read More
News flash! The Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Awards for 2012 are just in, and Costa Rica captured 11 out of 25 spots in the Top 25 Hotels in Central America list!!! Pranamar Villas and Yoga Retreat Hotel at Santa Teresa Beach is one of these spotlighted hotels – the only hotel in Playa Santa Teresa...Read More
Lounging on a tropical beach is probably one of the all-time most popular daydreams. Picture it … soft, cushy white sand, rhythmic deep blue waves rolling onto shore, soft breezes wafting playfully over you as you lounge in the shade of palm trees, sipping cold coconut juice and snacking on chilled, juicy, sweet pineapple. Surfers...Read More
A quick and easy day trip from Costa Rica’s capitol city of San Jose is to the Botanical Gardens at CATIE (the Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center) in Turrialba. Just an hour and a half from the Central Valley, you’ll be in a tropical plantation paradise. Nature lovers, get your cameras ready! Stroll...Read More
I remember the first time I visited Volcano Irazu. It was my first year living in Costa Rica. A friend of mine and I rented a car to drive around and explore this magical country we now called home. We set out in the morning from San Jose, a hot and bright sunny day. We...Read More
Did you ever want to fly through the air like Spider Man? Or demolish the bad guys like Superman or The Hulk? Now’s your chance to meet, or maybe even to BE, one of these fantastical comic book heroes! For the first time in Central America, comics and animation stars and their creators will be...Read More
Costa Rica is fast becoming one of the world’s top destinations for cycling and mountain biking. The annual Vuelta Ciclista a Costa Rica (Tour of Costa Rica) . The 12-day-long stage race is Costa Rica’s own version of the world-famous Tour de France, and has been steadily attracting international competitors over the past 40 years....Read More
Santa Teresa Beach is just by itself one of the most beautiful places I´ve ever been to, and this seems to be, not only my perception, but Forbes Magazine perception too, since this year was named one of the top ten most beautiful beaches in the world. Being here is just enough to say, you...Read More
El hotel Tucano Resort and Spa se encuentra ubicado en Aguas Zarcas de San Carlos, a tan solo 15 minutos de Ciudad Quesada. Este hotel ofrece diversión, relajación y contacto con la naturaleza, siendo apto para familias, parejas o grupos de amigos. Su propiedad cuenta con una variedad de piscinas de aguas termales minerales, provenientes...Read More
Last week I went on a trip to La Fortuna, home of the very popular and stunning Arenal Volcano. I arrived on a Thursday and left the next day, even though it was a quick trip, I truly enjoyed it. I left San Jose in the early morning, going straight to Ciudad Quesada, since in...Read More
To do´s in Tamarindo Jardin del Eden Hotel, Tamarindo Beach, Costa Rica Erick Hidalgo Summer time delivers with it warmth and mugginess. The time of year also provides the chance for heat weary folks to escape to beaches for a properly deserved rest. In Costa Rica, Tamarindo beach really worth visiting; nine leading things to...Read More
Turrialba Valley is located in east side of Cartago Province, just one hour and thirty minutes away from San Jose. During the past few years, the wealth and beauty of this area has been discovered by the increasing number of visitors every year. Here you can find a unique charm and essence, very different to...Read More
Costa Rica offers to its visitors a wide range of activities and attractions, spread out all over the country; from coast to coast our visitors can find lots of options and destinations to explore in our country. Tortuguero is one of the highlights, very popular among the nature lovers; this national park offers wide biodiversity...Read More
Last month took place the World Rafting Championship 2011 in Costa Rica. An event full of adrenaline, mixed emotions and the natural settings that only Costa Rica could have given! Definitely the rafting championship was an adventure from the beginning to the end. Competitors, staff, public and organizers had the chance to live a once...Read More
San Jose downtown is known for many features, offering different options for its visitors. The museums and National Theatre make up some of the most important attractions in the area. Right in the downtown within walking distance you can find three different museums; one of them is the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum. The Pre-Columbian Gold Museum...Read More
Puerto Viejo can be called the main tourist destination of the Caribbean side of Costa Rica. The town is located in Talamanca Canton in the province of Limon, in the southeastern coast of the country, close to the Panamanian border. The magic of this place is a combination of different reasons such as white sand...Read More
The World Rafting Championship 2011 is just around the corner. International teams have been arriving since last week and are already training at the renowned Pacuare River. For third time Costa Rica will be hosting this important event, the first experience came in 1991 as the first World Rafting Championship, then again in 1998. The...Read More
Last time on the article Body and Mind in balance: Yoga! I had the chance to highlight the number of benefits yoga can bring to our lives and how wonderful is to combine it with a perfect vacation in a secluded paradise beach in Costa Rica as it is Santa Teresa. Santa Teresa beach offers...Read More
In Costa Rica you can find many national parks and protected areas; being these, the main tourist highlights of each area. The most visited tourist destinations in the country are very close or into a national park area, for example Manuel Antonio with its national park, Monteverde with the cloud forest reserve and Fortuna with...Read More
Last month I had the chance to visit an exceptional place in Costa Rica. It was my first time in the area but definitely not the last. I packed my stuff and got ready to start this new adventure with direction to South Pacific, specifically in Osa Peninsula. My journey began at the SANSA Terminal...Read More
Pick a color… red, blue, green, yellow… any color! Pick a contrast, pick a scenery, pick nature, pick beauty… all this elements will be available anywhere you head your lens and shoot. There’s no reason to doubt and many reason to confirm Costa Rica as a perfect set for nature photography. This small tropical country...Read More
Manuel Antonio is cataloged as one of the main tourist destinations in Costa Rica. One of the most usual itineraries chosen by tourists is the Arenal-Monteverde-Manuel Antonio, having this last one as the perfect choice for their beach part of the trip. This popularity has been gained thanks to the number of elements composing this...Read More
The summer has almost finished and many memories were left behind. For some people it was the perfect time to relax at the poolside, enjoy the sun and warm weather, for some others was the chance to experience some new adventures and when I said ¨adventures¨ I really mean it. Summer vacations are one of...Read More
