Travel Guide Costa Rica South Pacific

Ballena Tales is a Magazine and Travel Guide for the South Pacific region of Costa Rica, based in Uvita on the Costa Ballena since 2008. It connects companies of Costa Ballena and Osa - South Pacific with the rest of Costa Rica and the world. We are a multilingual, multidisciplinary team and are proud of our open, long-standing cooperation with national and international partners.

In Ballena Tales Magazine & Travel Guide, you will find useful and entertaining information about sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, lifestyle, wildlife, and adventure of the Osa Peninsula and Costa Ballena.

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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.

Kayak Tour through the Mangroves

Recently, I had the unique opportunity to go on a Kayak tour through the mangroves in the river Terraba.

Dealing with Disappointment

The gift of disappointment brings us into reality so we don’t get stuck in how things might have been.

Safe Holidays

You want to stay safe during your holidays in Costa Rica? Adhere to the following rules, then nothing more can happen.

Magic Hands Spa

In addition to the improvement in lifestyle that comes from living in an environment surrounded by friendly people, you can also enjoy a massage offered by Magic Hands Spa.

Looking Back – Inventions in the Feline World

It may be interesting to know a little background of a couple of feline advances over the years in North America.

Birds Fly in a V

Like birds flying in a “V,” when we feel the presence of others moving alongside us, there is little we cannot accomplish

Mission: Saving Dogs and Cats

hanks to our volunteers, donors, and supporters, through the years, we have been able to help many dogs and cats in our Costa Ballena region with community outreach, spay-neuter clinics, rehabilitation, sheltering, and adoptions into loving homes.

Fractional Plasma

Fractional plasma is a skin rejuvenation treatment used to improve various skin conditions. Dr. Monica Alfaro tells us more.

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Why is there no MLS in Costa Rica?

When searching for their perfect bit of real estate in Costa Rica, many potential buyers need to contact several realtors to get an accurate view of the available properties. Many companies have tried to create an official Costa Rica MLS (Multiple Listing Service).

UVITA COMMUNITY LIBRARY

Now is the perfect time to head to the Uvita Community Library and get a great book to read!

The Magic Moon and the Plants

The moon is a mirror that reflects the sunlight which causes variations in the behavior of the plants. Farmers know that lunar phases influence the movement of plant sap, germination and growth.

Green Ibis

The images wouldn’t have won any awards, but they were good enough to identify the bird as a Green Ibis (Mesembrinibis cayennensis). The species wasn’t seen again until November 2022, ten years later.

The Coastal Challenge

The Coastal Challenge (05-10 February), one of the world’s most grueling, scenic, and exciting long-distance stage races, takes place in our backyard – showcasing the area’s rich biodiversity, stunning scenery, and unspoiled beaches.

Tumeric

Turmeric works best in conjunction with fat and black pepper. You can also buy it capsulated at the pharmacy, but I prefer it fresh from the farmers market or from my own garden, where it grows and thrives.

The Moon, Part 1

Something subtle yet magical about the Moon makes us wonder and marvel at its presence. The Moon in astrology represents our emotions and how we process them, our ancestry and our past, the subconscious and deeper aspects of our psyche.

Boruca: Baile de los Diablitos 2023

We went to the annual Baile De Los Diablitos of the indigenous tribe of the South Pacific in Costa Rica: the Boruca. Marie takes you on the journey.

How to Cross the Border

Some of us need to cross the border in order to be able to stay in Costa Rica. It’s more straightforward than it sounds in the first place.

Give your pineapple a second life and DO THE TWIST…

Pineapples are easy to get and served on many occasions. But let’s first focus on the facts – some of them sadly will leave a bitter taste in your mouth. Coco from the Vegan Pirates tells us a short story about pineapples in Costa Rica.

Free Digital Magazine in Costa Rica Ballena Tales #88

Ballena Tales is an essential free digital magazine in Costa Rica, helpful for travelers, residents, and investors

Don’t let your Neighbors go Hungry Tonight!

The Family Support Center of Ojochal cares about families distress and hungry children. And they have some ideas how you can help as well!

ITCZ – Intertropical Convergence Zone

It sneakily snakes her soggy way around the globe, bringing storms, floods, mudslides, misery and also, life-giving rains and reprieve to many areas around the tropical and sub-tropical world. This is the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ).

How to stay and experience Uvita

Lara Klüter used every minute in Uvita, since she came here as a trainee for Ballena Tales. She knows where to go, what to eat and what you definetly shouldn´t miss, when you come to Uvita!

Welcome to Dominical, your surf dream!

Dominical is the gateway to Osa, Costa Rica’s southern pacific. Crossing the bridge over the Baru opens a portal to an alternate universe of fun and excitement. Especially surfing brings attention to Dominical.

How to build your house and not die trying

Jose Guillen knows how to build houses. What´s his most important learning after being an architect for years? Let´s talk about it!

TREASURY WILL CHARGE TAXES TO AIRBNB

The list of cross-border digital services on which the tax rate of 13% value added tax (VAT) must be applied was updated as of November 1st. The new services included in the list are hosting services: Airbnb, Homeaway and Vrbo.

The Importance of a Regulatory Plan

We would like to tell you why the regulatory Plan is an important instrument for the developement policy in Costa Rica and many other things…

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.

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.