Health and wellness in Costa Rica

Costa Rica has a serene countryside environment. With very little fear of water and air pollution, the population enjoys a clean and healthy environment. The social circles, unlike the urban setups, also helps to facilitate health and wellness in Costa Rica. The social and cultural practices allow a continued healthy upbringing, with the populace enjoying …

A must do for your Costa Rica surf trip: the Farmers Market

Many people enjoy heading to their local weekend farmer’s market and picking up some fresh fruits and vegetables, but visiting a farmer’s market in Costa Rica can be a whole different experience for many travelers. You’ll find many farmers markets throughout Guanacaste with vendors and merchants eager to sell and teach about their fares. From …

Surfing Serenity: Finding Zen in the Waves

How do surfing and spirituality relate? Many surfers, from those just starting out to the intermediate and committed, have asked this very question, time and time again, exploring the realm of using surfing as a means of tranquility, spiritual truths, and even, to some, salvation. Though not all surfers may go so far as to …

The difference between bananas and plantains (and other tropical fruits of Costa Rica)

During your Costa Rica surf trip, you are sure to encounter many types of tropical fruits. We have them all here…mangoes, papayas, bananas and then some that maybe you aren’t familiar with. These other tropical and exotic fruits may be intimidating at first, but don’t hesitate to jump right in and enjoy the tasty and …

Yoga for surfing

How surfing and yoga are similar Yoga supplements surfing flawlessly as it builds strength, adaptability and balance. These are key when out in the water. In particular, it’s a good foundation for building of core, stamina, mental focus and better breathing strategies. The mental focus and the breathing help to diminish stress, which is exceptionally …

Benefits of spending time outdoors

You know spending time outdoors is good for you, but sometimes your backyard just isn’t enough. You want to go somewhere amazing, somewhere with wide open spaces and sunny beaches. Then come for a surf trip in Costa Rica! The sun, the sand, the fresh sea air. You know you love the beach, the sound …