In honour of International Dog’s Day I wanted to share a special event held recently with my little dog in mind. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to have my first author reading and book signing for my first …
"Tito's Soft World" is a children's book about a sweet but spoiled miniature schnauzer. It is meant to be a lighthearted look at how we personify our “fur babies” – our beloved pets.
They say there’s no place like home for the holidays, but have you ever considered a Costa Rica Christmas vacation? For most, Christmas is a time to spend with family, and nothing brings the family together quite like trying new …
While the store owners of typical souvenir shops and buskers at the beaches are hard-working locals who deserve all of our support, sometimes you just want to bring home something a little more authentic to the place you’ve travelled. Something …
When people hear the term “rainy season”, they picture cloudy days and nights, torrential downpours, mudslides, and floods, but the Costa Rica rainy season varies from coast to coast and inland to coastal locations. The real Costa Rica weather during …
From beach bars to Air B&B’s, owning a business in paradise has its appeal, but what does it really take to buy and sell a Costa Rica business? MLS Costa Rica does not exist, so finding a business for sale …
Playas del Coco is a popular beach thanks to its great location – only a half an hour drive from Liberia International Airport! It also has many amenities and a large expat community. But popularity can also mean it gets …
Whether you’re renting a car in Costa Rica or planning to get around on the cheap, it is definitely possible to get to the best surf spots around Tamarindo and beyond. With over 1,000 kilometers of coastline and unrivaled waves, …
Like the rest of the world, Costa Rica was hit hard by COVID in 2020. The country shut its borders for many months and tourist towns like Playas del Coco felt the struggle of losing tourism overnight. But, the town pulled …
People often wonder what to expect when they come to Costa Rica, particularly about the weather. Will it be hot all the time? Will it be raining every day? Do I need a jacket and pants or will I live …
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