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SUD: An Unconventional Restaurant
~ by Dagmar ReinhardThis place is quite big, well ventilated, has several levels, and is in a very lush garden. There is a lounge, a library, a multipurpose area, and a beautiful bar. You will definitely find your own […]
How to Spend more Time in a Hammock?
~ by Dagmar ReinhardTwo weeks before the Envision Festival, we picked Stephen Brooks up at the venue in Uvita. He was extremely busy coordinating between the different working-groups onsite, and mostly supervising the planting of an ever-growing forest of […]
Imagine Yourself Being “Pure Life!”
~ by John BisnerWhy do Costa Ricans use the term “Pura Vida” so often? The expression has been present in their feelings and language for the last 50 years. For the Ticos, the meaning of “pura vida” is […]
Fresh At The Feria: Salt
~ by Luba NikolayevSalt, the magical ingredient that makes flavors come alive, was once called “White Gold” by the Romans and for good reasons. Every cell in our body needs salt to function, and giving the body […]
Keep your Distance…
by Vet. Fernando Riera S.The skunk is always associated to its penetrating and fetid smell, as well as the Pepe le Pew cartoons, the Casanova skunk from the 1950s. The skunk’s “perfume” is its defense method against predator […]
Scorpions
~ by Cesar Barrio AmorósWe live in a natural environment that has been modified for some time. Luckily, there is still native fauna living here and sharing space with us (animals do it reluctantly, though). Many of […]
Sibu’s beer
~ by Carlos LeónHere in Uvita, capital of Costa Ballena, in Costa Rica’s South Pacific, there is a very special place called Sibu Restaurant and Coffee House. Mariana and Atila, its owners, are craft beer lovers and wanted […]
They gave it all up…
~ by Dagmar ReinhardThey gave it all up……and made it happen when they recently moved to Costa Rica with their family. Shopi still remembers that moment, 13 years ago, when he made a decision to change his […]
Observing Wild Animals from a Distance
~ by Ella HookAt the Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary, a community of people work hard to ensure the health, happiness, and safety of animals of all species like turtles, squirrels, and monkeys. There is a foundational respect for the […]
Ant-Opia
~ by Perry GladstoneOf all the creatures in the jungle, it’s the tiny, mysterious ghost ants (Tapinoma melanocephalum) I am most impressed with. Appearing out of nowhere, no other creature seems to find food faster (while they love sugar, […]
South Pacific Costa Rica Real Estate
At South Pacific Costa Rica Real Estate, we are committed to helping you find the home of your dreams, land for your future development, or a lot to build..
Sibu Restaurant and Coffee House, Novelties in the menu
Sibu Restaurant and Coffee House In Uvita, is a restaurant that is much visited by locals and tourists. In this place, with a unique and charming atmosphere full of positive vibes, it is possible to…
Pura Vida Restaurant
The Pura Vida! Restaurant and Bar at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel and Spa provides the perfect place to spend a sunny day or end a relaxing evening. The surrounding gardens are a paradise for birders and a naturally beautiful backdrop to enjoy a freshly prepared meal, or to make a day of it enjoying pool, beautiful mountain and ocean views.
Green Leaf Realty, a boutique real estate company
At Green Leaf, we are cognizant that, throughout the world, there are only a handful of very special places that are destined, over time, to become truly spectacular communities. We feel that Dominical carries this destiny, and we intend to be an integral part of its responsible growth and development.
We Sell Paradise, Costa Rica Real Estate Services
You can trust WE SELL PARADISE will ensure the transaction is completed competently and professionally. As your REALTOR®, we will take care of all the details.
Osa Tropical Properties, Real Estate Costa Ballena Services
Osa Tropical Properties is your real estate specialist in the Southern Zone of Costa Rica (Costa Ballena). We are proud to be a local company with an expert team that is knowledgeable in all aspects of handling your real estate transaction in Costa Rica. The company has a history of more than twenty years of successful operation.
Uvita, South Pacific Costa Rica, the most reliable real estate companies
Find your key to paradise in Costa Rica. Here are the best real estate offers in Costa Ballena (Dominical, Uvita, and Ojochal) and Costa Rican South Pacific region.
Happy Tourists
~ by Susie AtkinsonIn Costa Ballena, we are at the height of the tourism season from Christmas to Easter. For people wanting to escape the snow and freezing cold, where is best place to go? The tropics! Whale […]
Vultures
In Costa Rica, we can find four different kinds of vultures. The famous Black vulture, the Turkey vulture, the King vulture and the Yellow-lesser vulture.
Surf Board Shapers
Surf Board Shapers ~ by Trevor Brown Thousands of people coming from all regions of the country for contests and events have made surfing one of Costa Rica’s most popular sports. However, surfing is much more than […]
Meaningful Experiences in Nature
If you ask a group of nature lovers if they have experienced memorable events in the presence of a plant, an animal, or an ecosystem, there is a good chance, they will tell you they […]
FLYING MAMMALS ~ Biodiversity Among Bats
~ by Jack EwingAs a kid growing up in Colorado I remember catching glimpses of dark forms darting back and forth across the summer sky. “Those are bats,” commented my dad. “They eat insects.” Many years later, living at […]
The Gentle Giants of Parque Reptilandia
~ by Roel de PleckerParque Reptilandia is home to a big variety of native and exotic species. One of these exotic species is our African spurred tortoises (Centrochelys sulcata). They are Africa’s largest mainland tortoises with a carapace length […]
The Talamanca Range: a wall and a protective sanctuary
~ by Luis Gutiérrez Galera Christened with a Spanish name, the Talamanca Range was praised as a highly religious site by Costa Rican indigenous people such as the Bribri and Cabécar, who had lived there for a […]
The Golden Tennis Ball
The Silky Anteater, the golden tennis ball at Hacienda Baru By Jack Ewing Photos by Jack Ewing We started a list of species for Hacienda Barú and the surrounding areas in 1987. By 1994, all […]
Alexander Skutch, birds and much more
~ by Susana GarcíaAlexander Skutch was the most famous Neotropical ornithologist of the 20th century. After traveling to many Central and South American countries, he settled on a farm in Santa Elena de General that he called Los Cusingos. Here […]
Interview with a Biologist Specialized in Birds
~ by Dagmar ReinhardWhat’s your occupation, Susana? — “I’m a biologist specialized in zoology.” Are you a specialist in birds? — “Yes. I carry out censuses and monitoring; I develop workshops for specialized guides and others for the public, and […]
Chamber of Tourism Meeting
~ by Dagmar Reinhard In February, the 49th Business Meeting, organized by CATUOSA (Osa Chamber of Tourism) and chaired by Mr. Luis Centeno, was held at the PZ Country Club Hotel in San Isidro. Right in the heart of Pérez Zeledón […]
Duo Aurélie Riant & Anthony Gómez
~ by Dagmar Reinhard Aurélie is a young girl from Nova Scotia (Canada) with a remarkable voice. She received her first classical singing lessons when she was eight years old, followed by guitar and keyboard classes. When she […]
Have Fun and Be Safe on the beach!
~ by Nate Bright The Costa Ballena region is famous for its beautiful beaches, and we hope you take full advantage of them! Here are some great safety tips to keep in mind as you play in […]
Yoga Philosophy ~ Part VI
~ by Pilar Salazar The 8 Limbs of Ashtanga The Niyamas The second limb of Ashtanga Yoga is the “Niyamas”; they represent guidelines to be aware of in our daily lives. The first one is “Sauca”, which […]
Boruca Gallery Gift Shop
Boruca Gallery Gift Shop~ by Susie AtkinsonLooking for a unique souvenir of your trip to Costa Rica – something that is a true representation of the local folklore and does not have that “Made in China” stamp on […]
Our senior pets
When our beloved pets become geriatric, they require special attention since their bones and muscles are not strong anymore.
And Who’s Peter?
~ by Dagmar Reinhard Peter Marschall, the son of a German father and a Hungarian mother, who also speaks English and Spanish, came to Costa Ballena in the South Pacific of Costa Rica, for the first time […]
An Unfortunate but Happy Scarlet Macaw
~ by Mike Graeber Meet Ruby, one of our two scarlet macaws here at Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary (AWS). This beautiful, young bird has had a very painful life because of things done to him by heartless human beings. Ruby […]
Uvita, Fresh from the Feria: Papaya
~ by Luba NikolayevPapaya is a well-known, healthy, tropical fruit that is both delicious and full of advantages. In Costa Rica, papayas are easy to grow and abundant year round. When ripe, the fruit has sun-kissed, […]
