I write this post with the idea of warning those who are looking for action and are thinking about doing the hanging bridges tour in Arenal or Monteverde. Don´t do it! Now, I can understand how someone can enjoy this activity, such as a bird watcher or a complete nature lover, but this [...]
The Lunar Eclipse was just as striking in Costa Rica as anywhere else in the World.
What made the sight so spectacular was the absolutely clear night sky. These pictures were taken from the Central Valley, close to Heredia. The peak hour to watch the eclipse was at 9:26pm local time.
A referendum on October 7, 2007 confirmed that Costa Ricans have officially decided on approving a free trade agreement with the United Status. The vote was close, just as everyone expected, with a margin of victory of just 4%. What this means for Costa Rica, according to the Yes campaign, are more jobs [...]
Right away I want to warn all of those afraid of hights of structures that are not the most solid to stay clear of this activity. I have witness many people freak out in the trees wishing they could be anywhere else but here. As for myself, I can´t get enough of this [...]
Costa Rica has recently selected it´s very own seven natural wonders.
Guanacaste has recently experienced massive flooding that has recently been declared a national disaster. Many of the roads in the region have been affected and many of the local homes have been destroyed.
Luckily for Costa Rica, China has just stepped in and donated $48 million to assist in the rebuilding and recovery. This [...]