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Ballena Tales Magazine and Travel Guide contain everything you need to know about Costa Ballena and Osa in the South Pacific of Costa Rica. They also include information about tours, local artists, events, and Hotel and Restaurant.
Ballena Tales is an essential free digital magazine in Costa Rica, valid for travelers, residents, and investors covering Costa Ballena in the Canton of Osa in the South Pacific of Costa Rica. It is a fully bilingual, bi-monthly, and full-color digital magazine.
The magazine introduces the reader to the life of the local community, with interviews of pioneers, writers, and artists, as well as extensive information on restaurants, hotels, experiences, natural attractions, and wildlife of the South Pacific of Costa Rica.
We are not just a magazine; each edition (print and digital) is linked to a robust web platform; the editions are published online, and the advertorials are included in our blog and the brand in the commercial directory. We also add links to the advertising company's website and social networks. At this time, the openings of digital publications in all their expressions exceed 80 thousand openings, and the advertised brands have a global reach.
We have a loyal audience of over 8,000 readers in the South Pacific's Costa Ballena region who will view your news in each printed edition.
We prioritize our readers' satisfaction by delivering a variety of engaging content while showcasing the value of our advertisers' brands.

Wellbeing Chef Mayron Q Peraza
Meet the wellbeing chef Mayron and his delicious menus at the nFusion Bistro on the terrace of the Villas Alturas hotel, with its incredible views.

Mother Nature Did It
When we leave the land to Mother Nature, she transforms it back into a wild state so that it provides food for countless species of living things.

Seeds – The Heritage of the Last 800 Generations
Seeds are at the heart of all food systems. Currently, processes are being initiated that would take away this heritage. We cannot allow this!

Architecture 101 – How NOT to Build a House
Want to build a house but don’t know much about architecture? Architect Jose Roberto Guillen Vargas explains what steps are to be avoided.

RECHERCHÉ – Your Costa Rica Adventure Continues
With RECHERCHÉ furnishings you can bring the unexpected into your home and make it an exceptional place for your family, friends, and yourself.

How to Learn to Surf
Surfing can be a great way to relax and escape life’s everyday stress. Discover here some helpful tips that will help you start enjoying the waves.

The Luxury of Minimalist Living in Costa Ballena
Those of us who moved to Costa Ballena seeking a simpler, purer life find that we are blessed with a luxury lifestyle beyond what money can buy.

A Pond Is a Great Way to Increase Biodiversity
We have created two ponds on our land to increase biodiversity. They provide a home and both food and water for many animals.

S.O.S. Our Environment is in Danger!
Osa Vive is dedicated to ensuring local development under Costa Rican environmental laws. Please help us protect our land. Costa Rica is worth it!

Single Mom: Our Journey in Costa Rica
When I found out I was pregnant, I almost gave up and returned to the US. Single mom in a foreign country, me?! Learn how I took on and overcame this challenge anyway.

Love of Friends, Family, and Horses!
After living in Costa Rica, coming back to the United States is like a reverse culture shock. Yet, there was much love from friends, family, and horses!

Can a Cat be Good for your Health?
Did you know that cats have healing abilities? Find out how that works and adopt a cat at el Refugio in Uvita! It will drastically improve your life!
What to do, Where to eat, and Where to stay…
- Activities and Tours
- Whale Watching Tour
- Natural Attractions
- Marino Ballena National Park
- Restaurants
- Hotels and Accommodations
South Pacific Costa Rica Beaches,
Looking for business directories, maps or other printouts? We’ve got that too!
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Email: carlos@ballenatales.com
Phone: +(506) 8946 7134