Professional Home Decor & Landscaping

Fossiel Petrified Wood Design

 

Home furnishings made of petrified wood, about 25 million years old. A blend of organic, rustic, and modern luxury – incredibly rare, unique touches. Finest quality products at competitive prices. Raw materials from privately-owned lands – sustainability and ethics code.

Shop Address: 13-14 Plaza Ventanas, Ojochal, Costa Rica
Shop Hours: 9-5 Monday through Friday, 9-3 Saturdays, Sunday by appointment
Contact: +506.8659.1284, inquiries@fossiel.com

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RECHERCHÉ is all about the experience and their unique items. Not just furniture. Not just home décor. But exquisite “things” that make your heart joyful.

Visit RECHERCHÉ Store on the Costanera, a few minutes south of Ojochal. You are invited to experience a different amazing adventure!

 

The importance of spay and neuter

Total costs, including medications, range from $22 to $45, depending on the size of the animal, and if it is in heat or if there are other complications. These clinics are for Costa Ricans who cannot usually afford to spay or neuter their pets.

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New Corporation Law

As of September 1st, significant corporate changes go into effect for SA and SRL corporations, among others. The President, Manager, or anyone with a general power of attorney has to report shareholders with 15% of a corporation to the Costa Rican government.

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From all over the Globe

Sometimes acting on impulse can work out fine; if you want to emigrate to a foreign country, it helps to do a little research. The documents required to apply for residency in Costa Rica take time and effort to accumulate and are only valid for six months from the date of issue.

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The Whales are back

They use a unique way to hunt, called bubble net feeding. A group of whales swims in a shrinking circle blowing bubbles below a school of prey. Some whales blow the bubbles, some dive deeper to drive fish toward the surface, and others herd prey into the net by vocalizing.

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Physical Training

To achieve the desired level of performance, training in a gym starts from the genetic potential of the person. It is a planned process that seeks to create favorable conditions for the progress of the individual through the use of body exercises and mental preparation.

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Pejibaye Spread Recipe

Pejibayes are one of the staples of nutrition in Costa Rica.
These iconic fruits from palm tree native of the wet zones have been regarded with amazing nutritional and health benefits.
They are full of vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin E. Each fruit also contains 2.6 grams (about a tenth of an ounce) of protein.

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Our natural paradise

Tourism in Costa Rica is one of the main sources of economic activity and therefore of social welfare. The country strategy is based on the promotion of its natural wealth.

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What to do, Where to eat and Where to stay…

South Pacific Costa Rica Beaches

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Need help planning your next trip to Costa Rica? We look forward to help you!

Email: carlos@ballenatales.com
Phone: +(506) 8946 7134 or +(506) 8914 1568