on Monday, June 22, 2009 by Rayna Levin  After living here awhile, things that are unique to Costa Rica begin to stand out. Here are a few things that come to mind when I think about how great Costa Rica is. Arenal Volcano - one of the most active volcanoes in the world and when there are no clouds, you can often actually see lava flow Natural Hot Springs - these are located near the active volcanoes (Arenal and Rincon de la Vieja... read more.

on Friday, June 19, 2009 by Rayna Levin  How do Costa Rican's celebrate birthdays? Very sweetly! I wanted to share the impressive dessert menu from a traditional birthday celebration in Costa Rica. For starters,  a traditional meal might consist of rice with chicken or shrimp, accompanied by beans (of course, no meal is complete in Costa Rica without beans!) and a fresh fruit beverage, or Coca Cola. Any other typical dish ... read more.

on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 by Rayna Levin  Enter to win a FREE week in Costa Rica and help support a good cause while your at it. All proceeds go to help remodel a school in Quepos.  The drawing for the winning ticket will be on June 21 for a free week at Villas Tranquilas in Quepos / Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Tickets are $20 each Buy five tickets get one free Dear Friends: Our trip to remodel the school in Quepos Costa Ri... read more.

on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 by Rayna Levin  Rockin´ the Rainforest 09 Costa Rica will be rockin June 19, 20 and 21 as Puerto Jimenez (a small town on the Osa Peninsula) hosts a 3 day music extravaganza. It is a benefit event to support conservation, education and regeneration of the Osa Peninsula´s endangered forests and resources. For more info vist the Rainforst Aid 2009´s website and for a complete music line-up... read more.

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on Sunday, April 19, 2009 by Rayna Levin  We just updated our Costa Rican Festivals, Events and Holidays page: Check it Out!   ... read more.

on Sunday, April 19, 2009 by Rayna Levin  I just uploaded some pics a friend shared with me: Their travels took them to the beaches in Guanacaste and to Tortuguero. ... read more.

on Monday, April 13, 2009 by Rayna Levin  Easter in Costa Rica is not just a Sunday holiday. Costa Ricans begin to celebrate Easter on the Wednesday before Easter Sunday. The holiday is marked with parades re-enacting the crucifixion of Jesus and his historic walk thru Jerusalem to his death, attending mass, special prayer services and family time.  Traditionally from Wednesday until Sunday elaborate meals are not cooked nor prepar... read more.

on Monday, April 13, 2009 by Rayna Levin  Easter in Costa Rica is a very religious holiday for many Ticos. One of the most traditional events is the Easter parade. San Joaquin's parade used to be the most popular and widely attended, but after it became too commercial, the priests decided to scale it down. Here is a snapshot video of what transpired this past Friday. ... read more.

on Wednesday, April 08, 2009 by Rayna Levin  The Osa Peninsula is one of the most remote and undeveloped regions of Costa Rica. Towns like Puerto Jimenez and Drake Bay and places like Cano Island and Corcovado National Park are some of the hot spots where thousands of people come every year hoping to see whales, dolphins, tapirs, scarlet macaws and many other unique animals who call the Osa Peninsula their home. Traveling 'eco style&... read more.