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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.

Oilbird (Steathornis caripensis)
There are just 11 official records of the Oilbird in Costa Rica, including my report. The spectacular Corcovado National Park was sending me the best birding vibes ever. There is no research about this bird distribution or natural history in the Osa Peninsula.

Price Auto Sales Now in Uvita!
The owner shares: In less than two years, Price Auto Sales have become the favorite pre-owned car dealer amongst ex-pats and long-time visitors.

The Catch & Relax Yacht
Navigating around the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park is spectacular. Enjoy the rich coastline in search of dolphins or whales, or sneak a stunning sunset from Tulemar Bay is magic.

Does your pet have fleas?
Fleas are dark reddish-brown insects and once on your pet, they begin to feed immediately by ingesting your pet’s blood, usually within 3 minutes!

THE BONE BREAKERS
Por Jack Ewing tells us about the beauty of the caracaras, a bird that is also known as “the bone breaker”. Wether or not that is true, let’s find out!

The silent ones have arrived
Rutas Eléctricas have brought electric cars to Costa Rica. Our author Dagmar Reinhard was there and is thrilled!

Monitor your Health at UvitaLab!
UvitaLab is located in the new “VITA PLAZA” Medical Center. The atmosphere is friendly and the laboratory has state-of-the-art technology.

Hacienda Barú – Nature²
Visit Hacienda Barú and connect with your natural side. Zip through the canopy, explore our trails with local guides or hike the self-guided trails.

FOSSIEL- Petrified Furniture in Costa Rica
After Jamie O`Brian was already very successful with his fossil furniture pieces in Boston, he has now recently opened his new store “FOSSIEL” in Costa Rica.

Sun Damage or Photoaging
Sun Damage or Photoaging AUTHOR: Dra. Mónica Alfaro 03.01.2023 Your skin is constantly exposed to a variety of components in the environment that can damage the skin or cause photoaging. 70% of the aging […]

The Costa Ballena Lifeguards safe Lives every Day
The Costa Ballena Lifeguards save Lives every Day AUTHOR: Brad Dean 03.01.2023 Guardavidas de Costa Ballena Lifeguards is a Costa Rican non-profit association comprised of volunteers. Created as the first public-private partnership in Costa Rica, […]

Pain and Pleasure of Living in Osa
Alexandra Luty talks about Pain & Pleasure of Living in Osa. She tells you about advantages and disadvantages of living in the South Pacific.
What to do, Where to eat, and Where to stay…
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- Whale Watching Tour
- Natural Attractions
- Marino Ballena National Park
- Restaurants
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