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HIGH SEASON SPORTFISHING HERE WE COME!
HIGH SEASON SPORTFISHING HERE WE COME! AUTHOR: CAPTAIN WILLY ATENCIO Hello from beautiful Drake Bay, Costa Rica. The Reel Escape and the Reel Time were pulled out of the water at the beginning of October, […]
Marine Conservation and Education Center
We are incredibly excited to share the news about our Marine Conservation and Education Center (MCEC) opening in Ojochal, Costa Rica. The and many materials used to create the MCEC are recycled and repurposed to […]
Comprehensive Magazine #81, South Pacific Costa Rica, Cultural Heritage
Ballena Tales is an essential guide and digital comprehensive magazine for travelers, residents, and investors covering Costa Ballena in the Canton of Osa in the South Pacific region of Costa Rica. It is a fully bilingual, bi-monthly, and full-color digital magazine.
Roosterfish and Tuna Galore
Roosterfish and Tuna Galore AUTHOR: Captain Willy Atencio Hello from beautiful Drake Bay, Costa Rica. It’s a shame we have fewer tourists this time of year versus in the dry season. While I understand […]
One picture shows more than 1000 words
One Picture Shows more than 1000 Words AUTHOR: Denisse Cattano Have you ever wondered why social networks like Instagram and TikTok have millions of users and keep growing every day? And what can you do […]
Pulseandola bonito – Working with Love
Pulseandola bonito – Working with Love AUTHOR: Dagmar Reinhard Caro and Gabi arrived 13 years ago from the Central Valley (Cartago) where, after their academic studies, they managed their greengrocery store. Looking for a new […]
At the age of 66, that’s when life begins!
Life: The band took a short break. Now the strings of the Casal quartet sound again and put all their skills to the test. Guests of the Hotel Cristal Ballena listen to the sounds of the musicians against the impressive backdrop; ocean and mountains surround the phenomenal atmosphere of the hotel.
Which Of Costa Rica’s Animal Totems Best Represents You?
Which Of Costa Rica’s Animal Totems Best Represents You? Author: Alexandra Luty Costa Rica is world-famous for its distinct wildlife, each with its own temperament and preferred way of life. Which of these Costa Rica […]
Botox
Botox Author: Dra. Mónica Alfaro Boulinum toxin type A (Botox Ò, Nabota) is a relaxing protein or a substance produced by Clostridium botulinum that has different medical and aesthetic uses. This protein relaxes the contraction […]
The Wahoo Are Biting!
The Wahoo Are Biting! AUTHOR: Captain Willy Atencio Hello from beautiful Drake Bay, Costa Rica. Presently, it is one of my favorite times of the year as the temperatures begin to cool off and the […]
Dominical Surf School
When I visit Dominical, one of my favorite people to see in town or the water is Debbie Zec., owner of Dominical Surf School I have known her since she was nine years old, and in that time, I’ve seen her grow into an outstanding woman and member of the Costa Ballena community.
Naturalistic vivariums at Parque Reptilandia
Naturalistic vivariums at Parque Reptilandia AUTHOR: Roel de Plecker Sometimes in our exhibits, it can be hard to spot our beloved reptiles and amphibians to show them to our visitors. At Parque Reptilandia, we pride […]
