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Indrek Tammoja
Indrek Tammoja, a self taught guitarist and composer arrived in the area a few months ago and says he’s pleased to find such a diverse musical community and interesting personalities. Of particular interest for Indrek […]
The Bonecarrier Caracara (Caracara cheriway)
This beautiful bird of prey can weigh one kilogram and reach 120 cm wingspan. They like to glide over open areas such as fields and a street, looking for dead animals, as their diet mainly […]
The Porcupine
The skin is surrounded by real spines, although, it is possible to find some fine hairs among them. The spines are actually modified hair, evolved as a defense mechanism. The face, belly, and tail tip […]
Work is Love Made Visible
When I got out of school, I felt I had to find a ‘good job’ and work hard to become successful, which at the moment translated into getting a high-paid job, well recognized by others, […]
AE = Altos Exodus, a film produced in the South Pacific of Costa Rica!
Storyline: When things went really-bad on Earth and there was fear of an alien invasion, a group of humans left on board a space ship to outer space. They were put to sleep, and finally; […]
Ojochal Restaurant Week
Week of April 16 -26 Ojochal Restaurant Week Presented by “El sabor de Ojochal” All restaurants will have a fixed menu at a fixed price (table d’hôte). Culinary contests and events to be announced during […]
Boruca, Ash from Burnt Tree
An hour from Palmar, following the course of the majestic Térraba River, is the entrance to the village of Boruca. The road winds uphill, leaving the view completely free over the river and the ridges […]
Surf Tournament at HermOsa Beach – Uvita
Ranchos Remo, located on the heights of Playa Hermosa, decided to organize a surf tournament at HermOsa Beach, near to Uvita. The purpose of the event was to raise funds to equip the beach with […]
Ben Fagan becoming a neighbor of San Salvador
He is from Charleston – South Carolina. He has come to this country eight times, and played at many local bars, sometimes with JamiSun. This last February his band, The Holy City Hooligans participated at […]
JamiSun and The Naked Version
The talented guitar player and singer from South Carolina has played at Jolly Roger, Tortilla Flats, the Roadhouse, the Flutterby House and at the recent Best Fest Festival. Recently, he released his latest CD, Naked […]
Full Moon Party at Playa Ventanas
The first of many full moon parties was held at Playa Ventanas, 5 km North of Ojochal de Osa and 10 km South of Uvita of Costa Ballena de Osa, last Saturday January 26th, 2013. […]
Hacienda Coopeagri
400 metros Sur entrada Playa Chamán Uvita, Costa Rica (506) 2743 8081, (506) 2743 8400 hotel@ns.coopeagri.co.cr Find them on Facebook: HaciendaCoopeagri
Pancito Café
Bakery, Pastry Shop and French Specialties Breakfast and Lunch available Plaza Delfin, 25 metros de l’entrada de Ojochal Ojochal de Osa, Costa Rica (506) 8729 4115 pancitocafe@gmail.com 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Pancito Café is […]
The "Blue Note del Sur" Trio
“The Blue Note Del Sur” trio is integrated by Bédard Lyne, singer and guitarist, Jean-Luc Danis, bassist and voice, both are from Canada, and Vincent Resta, who came from France many years ago, is expert […]
The Girl Who Sings to the Whales – Samanta Duarte
At her young age, only eight years old, Samantha Duarte Picado from San Josecito, Uvita, has a clear picture of what is important in her life: the whales. She goes to the local school, and […]
Rescuing Animals on the Road
We recently received an ocelot at the Clinic showing no vital signs. It had been run over by a car. According to a witness, the perpetrator got off his car, took out his cell phone […]
The World's Fastest Animal is Visiting
It lives mostly along mountain ranges, river valleys, and coastlines in Polar Regions. In regions with a mild winter, it often becomes a permanent resident; however, some of them, especially adult males, may remain in […]
Why Yoga & Surfing?
Yoga & Surfing retreats are becoming very popular in this country and around the world. For those who wonder why that is happening, here you have a brief explanation: Yoga has a meaning that is […]
The Shamans of the Bribri Tribe
The Shamans of the Bribri Indigenous Tribe at Cordillera de Talamanca The Bribri Indigenous Tribe from Cordillera de Talamanca is one of the few remaining indigenous groups in Costa Rica. The Cordillera of Talamanca is the […]
CAP News
Those of us, who live here in Costa Ballena year-round, are seeing the pleasing uptick in visitors and part-time residents. Welcome to everyone! And of course, the return of the dry season means the return […]
Driver’s License
With all the scuttlebutt, rumors, and gossip about the effects of the new traffic laws, especially pertaining to driver’s licenses, we thought we would present one factual experience of an actual visit to the MOPT […]
In Memorandum of Woody Dyer, a Great Free Spirit
Indian Poetry In memory of Woody Dyer, a great free spirit from Bella Vista Lodge, Escaleras-Dominicalito. He did wonders for his community, A role model! He will always be there … always! When I […]
What to do in case of RIP TIDES
Locals understand and heed the risks while many visitors do not because of lack of information, lack of lifeguards at many of the most popular swimming spots and lack of signs. Ocean currents on both […]
What to do in case of EARTHQUAKE
During Remain calm and act in the safest, quickest way. Encourage others to do the same. Stay away from heavy objects and other items that may fall Move to previously identified safe […]