There is a Craft beer in Costa Rica called La Segua which has a fun and fascinating story behind its name… The male species is bewitched – men are helpless to resist her beautiful face and seductive voice. It is said that in Costa Rica and Cartago to be precise, men that are unfaithful to …
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Semana Santa in Costa Rica (what we call Easter week) is a big event here. A strongly Catholic country, the Ticos (Costa Ricans) celebrate the holiday with traditions and festivities that last not just during Easter day, but for the entire week leading up to Easter Sunday. In Costa Rica, many of the festivities occur …
Many of our clients who stay with us in Costa Rica are beginners. After falling in love with surfing, they often ask for our advice on buying a new surfboard. Purchasing a board can be a bit overwhelming. There are so many options nowadays. We put together a short guide to buying a board in …
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Surfing is one of the best sports in the world. However, the ocean can be a dangerous place. There needs to be a harmony and balance between surfers and the ocean. In the spirit of keeping everyone’s surf experience safe, let’s get into some quick etiquette tips for beginner surfers. Don’t Ditch Your Board Try the …
While we have consistently good surf year round in Costa Rica, the best surf on Costa Rica’s northwest pacific shore can be found between the months of March and September. This is when we get the best waves of the year for perfect, fun filled days of surfing. Air temperature is warm, ranging from 80-100F …
When it comes to understanding different countries and their cultures, one of the ways to get an idea of a culture and its history is through exploring their currency. In the case of Costa Rica, looking into the history of their currency, known as colones, can give you insight into important historical and current cultural …
