on Sunday, January 13, 2013
by Rayna Levin
Yes YES it's true! Another music festival in Costa Rica... Best Fest is a 2 day music FIESTA!
Get ready to shake it down....
This international music festival will take place near the southern Pacific quaint town of Uvita, aka Costa Ballena (about 1hr south of Manuel Antonio) on February 9th and 10th 2013. To one side lies the warm vibrant waters of the Pacific ocean and Marino Ba...
read more. on Saturday, December 29, 2012
by Rayna Levin
Thats the title of Deena Hoagland's recently published book. Its a true story about Deena's life and her son Joe.. and how the Island Dolphin Care (IDC) came to be. IDC is a dolphin therapy program for children with special needs. It's a place where they can find joy and inspiration by swimming with dolphins.
I have the honor of hosting these wonderful people in a rental house I m...
read more. on Wednesday, December 05, 2012
by Rayna Levin
yes its true!
January 17, 18, 19 and 20th at the Dolce Lunas Hotel in Jaco, here's the Jungle Jam webpage and info!
The Jungle Jam takes place at the Hotel Doce Lunas in Jaco, Costa Rica from January 17-20, 2013.
The festival is put together by the band Max Creek and their manager Eric Freitas. The following bands perform at Jungle Jam:
Max Creek (from Connectic...
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on Sunday, August 26, 2012Sunset Catamaran Cruise with
Iguana Tours!
Manuel Antonio is famous for packing an incredible amount of beauty into a tiny little fishing village. The road to paradise is flanked by the turquoise, idyllic Pacific Ocean on one side and acres of jungle on the other. Wondering what the best way to take full advantage of all that blue is? It can be quite the conundrum with surf lessons, parasail...
read more. on Saturday, August 25, 2012Guided Tour of Manuel Antonio National Park with Iguana Tours
It’s entirely possible to experience the full Manuel Antonio experience in one weekend. Visiting the Manuel Antonio National Park is a must, and guests of the Villa Bosque Hotel are in luck – the hotel is only a few steps away from the entrance.
National Geographic ranks Costa Rica’s smallest (geog...
read more. on Saturday, August 25, 2012
Costa Rica may be small in geography, but it makes up for it in (bio)diversity. Manuel Antonio neighbors the small fishing town of Quepos along the Pacific coast. Most travelers come from San José, so it’s important to note that there (seems to be) two routes of travel. One is slightly shorter and a favorite of GPS systems that winds drivers across a mountain range. I highly sugges...
read more. on Thursday, August 23, 2012Giddy UP!
Getting on a horse and feeling that steady sway beneath you is a favorite activity for vacationers. However, a lot of the time, the ride doesn’t really take you anywhere. What’s the point of a loop or simple trail ride when you could go somewhere truly amazing?
Costa Rica is known for its majestic waterfalls and this tour delivers travelers directly to the La...
read more. on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
by Rayna Levin
Its humpback whale season in the southern Pacific of Costa Rica until about the end of November... its almost guaranteed to see whales!
Read more about whales in Costa Rica
Thank you Eric Murillo Barrera (Drake Bay diving guide and instructor) for the video!!!!
Oh and by the way.. the 6th Annual Dolphin & Whale Festival wil be held the 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 and 16th of...
read more. on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Costa Rica is synonymous with paradise and a leisurely lifestyle. It’s no secret that La Fortuna has a sheer treasure trove of attractions centered on the abundance of natural beauty. For the vacationer seeking the ultimate in relaxation, coupled with a dash of adventure, this is a prime combination. I know what you’re thinking – a night hike of a volcano? Isn’t th...
read more. on Sunday, May 06, 2012
Want to do something a little different?
Quick, name the first few things that come to mind when you think of Costa Rica. Beaches, rain forests, jungles, zip lines, diving and snorkeling probably top
most people’s lists. And it’s true – it’s an incredibly beautiful, bio diverse country and these kinds of activities are definitely a must. However, for those who li...
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