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Being surrounded by nature, beautiful waterfalls, beautiful beaches, spectacular sunsets, are ingredients that contribute to good healthy people who visit or live in Costa Ballena, South Pacific of Costa Rica.
This section is dedicated to YOU! Your body, your mind, your soul - your life! Costa Ballena is a good place to improve your health - the humidity in the air balances the percentage of water in your body, fruits and vegetables grow abundantly and there are plenty of opportunities to do yoga or other sports. Furthermore, most of the hotels around here have Spas of outstanding quality. Costa Ballena is waiting to cosset you!
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Southerners of Strain and Heart
There is nothing more important than learning to be well with one’s self and others in order to live together and be happy. We see that natural balance exemplified in Mother Nature, who is wise […]

Giant Snakes at Reptilandia
We all hear stories and see fake photos on social media about the enormous snakes that slither around in the world’s tropics, snakes that swallow whole cows and are lifted by huge cranes. Well, I […]
Things to Do in Dominical: Rainy Season
By Trevor Brown During the rainy months of the year, Dominical generally receives less tourism. The rain is usually viewed as undesirable by many tourists. While I understand that may be true in cooler climates, the […]
Ecological Blue Flag for Marino Ballena National Park: A recognition for the Community
Ecological Blue Flag for Marino Ballena National Park, Prize is given to places and institutions, it is due to a constant process of improvement and responsibility with the environment.

Manakins, The neotropical birds
These little manakins are a family of Neotropical birds that represents eight species in Costa Rica that are recognized by their rounded shape. The males have bright colors that often contrast with black. They’re famous […]
A delightful dish: What can you surprise me with today?
Searching for a romantic spot to have an amazing meal? Look no further! TikiVillas at Playa Hermosa introduces Las Velas restaurant. Chef Germán encourages diners to request whatever they crave. Ask him “What can you […]
Surfing: 7th Dominical Semana Santa Classic
The Dominical Semana Santa Classic has become a big and completely nonprofit community event. Justin Hague the organizer and head judge came to Dominical in 2005. Originally, he was a realtor from California who found […]
Nature Sanctuary: Educating about Wildlife
As a Canadian veterinary technician student, I spent the past 2 and a half years learning all about animal medicine. With Canada’s long winters and hot summers, we have a large variety of wildlife. However, […]
South of Costa Rica
Writing is something that I am passionate about. I understand that through writing a lot of knowledge is acquired, which is powerful when used positively. Knowledge breaks the chains of slavery of any kind. In […]

The largest mammal in Central America: The Tapir
Weighing upwards of 300 kilos Baird’s Tapir (Tapirus bairdii) is the largest land mammal in Central or South America. Tapirs are still found in at least eight national parks in Costa Rica, but are locally […]

GastroPub Batsú & Panes La Estrella
A delicious place in Perez Zeledon Sous-chef Anthony To find a GastroPub in the magnificent Chirripo’s mountain skirts was quite a surprise. Meeting David, the owner of the successful establishment along with his large family, […]
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